{"id":19144,"date":"2022-08-10T14:30:15","date_gmt":"2022-08-10T18:30:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hireheroesusa.org\/?p=19144"},"modified":"2022-08-10T14:30:15","modified_gmt":"2022-08-10T18:30:15","slug":"career-coaching-resume-writing-services-is-it-worth-the-cost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hireheroesusa.org\/career-coaching-resume-writing-services-is-it-worth-the-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"Career Coaching & Resume Writing Services: Is it Worth the Cost?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Career Coaching & Resume Writing Services: Is it Worth the Cost?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Building your resume to highlight your career is an essential component for success as a job seeker. On average, a resume can cost up to $400<\/a><\/span> with a professional resume writer<\/span> and you\u2019ll apply to <\/span>10<\/span><\/a>+ jobs each day before you accept that next job offer. Many professional resume writers package their services to include career coaching which increases the cost to you. While they provide expertise in the job search process, the guidance is typically not for a specific role. Some industry professionals will provide assistance with cover letters and social media optimization but this often depends on what career or industry you are interested in, what level of the role and even location.<\/span><\/p>\n

The question many job seekers ask is should you pay for resume services? In my experience as a professional resume writer who has assisted thousands of veteran and military spouse job seekers in finding successful employment, the answer is situationally dependent. \"\"Below I will outline some questions to ask yourself to determine if the return on investment is worth the cost.<\/span><\/p>\n

1.) Are you a Veteran or military spouse?<\/b><\/p>\n

Currently, there are hundreds of nation-wide veteran service organizations that are committed to providing transition services. Hire Heroes USA is the most effective veteran and military spouse employment nonprofit in the country, and our impact is demonstrated by our results. So far, we\u2019ve confirmed over 70K veterans and military spouses hired. <\/span>Register for our free assistance here.<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

2.) Are you resourceful and a strong networker?<\/b><\/p>\n

A quick Google search for \u2018resume help\u2019 will open doors to fillable templates, YouTube videos, LinkedIn Learning tutorials and sample language you can use in drafting your resume. This is how I personally learned tactics in drafting my own resume. Networking also has a value with a high return on investment by connecting with the right people, asking for advice and getting tips on how to obtain employment with specific companies. You may discover in this process that resumes aren\u2019t the only component of a successful job search. Learn how to be effective at networking by reviewing this <\/span>Networking Success Guide<\/span><\/i><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

3.) Still need career direction?<\/b><\/p>\n

Paying for a resume may not be necessary if you have the tools and guidance to create your own, but there are times when outsourcing this service is valuable. <\/span>C<\/span>areer coaches can offer insight, encouragement and inspiration to help you fulfill your career dreams. Most coaches charge <\/span>$75 to $250<\/span><\/a> per hour and will ask for a three-to-six-month commitment to ensure your success. Professional career coaches are helpful with:<\/span><\/p>\n