Brandon Mitchell
President & Chief Resume Writer

Instructor

The resume writing business, estimated at $50 billion, has been around for decades and shows no signs of slowing down. Resume writers are typically the gatekeepers between a job seeker looking for employment and all the red tape that stands in between.


Unlike what most people think.


You don’t need a website, a fancy laptop, or a ton of computer programs to get started.


I started back in 2015 with just a regular laptop and Microsoft Word. I struggled with understanding how to make sales, efficiently write resumes, and grow my business.


Course curriculum

  • 01

    Course Introduction

    • Setting the Stage

    • Course Flow and Expectations

    • Course Checklist

  • 02

    Setting Yourself Up for Success

    • Chapter 1 Introduction

    • Module 1: Understanding the Applicant Tracking System

    • ATS in Action

    • Module 2: Designing a Resume Writing Process

    • Activity: Developing a Resume Writing Process

    • Module 3: Understanding Your Strengths

    • Key Takeaways

  • 03

    Resume Foundations

    • Chapter 2 Introduction

    • Module 1: Resume Formatting and Style

    • Resume Review: Critiquing Format and Style

    • Module 2: Optimizing Resume Content

    • Activity: Identifying Keywords

    • Module 3: Reviewing Client Information

    • Resource: Resume Templates

    • Key Takeaways

  • 04

    Gathering Additional Client Information

    • Chapter 3 Introduction

    • Module 1: The Basics of Gathering Additional Information

    • Module 2: Developing Effective Follow Up Questions

    • Resource: Follow Up Questions Template

    • Developing Follow Up Questions

    • Resource: Insight for Follow Up Questions

    • Key Takeaways

  • 05

    Developing Resumes

    • Chapter 4 Introduction

    • Module 1: Document Organization

    • Resources: Executive Resumes

    • Module 2: Writing Effective Bullets

    • Module 3: Writing Client Summaries

    • Module 4: Proofreading Resumes

    • Additional Resume Types

    • Writing a Resume

    • Activity: Writing a Resume for a Mock Client

    • Key Takeaways

  • 06

    Resume Writing Tools

    • Chapter 5 Introduction

    • Module 1: Resume Writing Tools

    • Resume Worded Introduction

    • Workable Introduction

    • Activity: Using Tools While Writing a Resume

    • Additional Resume Writing Tool: WriteSea

    • Key Takeaways

  • 07

    Communicating with Clients about Concerns

    • Chapter 6 Introduction

    • Module 1: Building Trust with Clients

    • Resource: Guide for Jobseekers

    • Module 2: Maintaining Clients' Trust

    • Activity: Developing a Communications Plan

    • Key Takeaways

  • 08

    Exchanging Documents and Communications

    • Chapter 7 Introduction

    • Module 1: Exchanging Documents and Communications

    • WriteSea Client Testimonial

    • Key Takeaways

  • 09

    Generating Consistent Sales

    • Chapter 8 Introduction

    • Module 1: Client Consultations

    • Sales Consultation Fundamentals

    • Sales Audio Script

    • Using Calendly to Manage Consultations

    • Module 2: Resume Writing Fees

    • Module 3: Payment Processing

    • Using PayPal to Manage Invoices

    • Module 4: Generating Leads

    • Using ProFinder to Generate Leads

    • Using Thumbtack to Generate Leads

    • Using Upwork to Find Clients

    • Selling Yourself

    • Chapter 8 Activity

    • Key Takeaways

  • 10

    Optimizing LinkedIn Profiles

    • Module 1: The Basics

    • Guidelines for Optimizing LinkedIn Profiles

    • Module 2: Accessing the Template

    • Module 3: Using the Template

  • 11

    Final Steps

    • Capstone Project

    • Final Quiz

    • Resource Vault

FAQ

  • How Long Do I Get Access To The Course

    You get access to the course for 6 months from your date of purchase. If you would like to more time in the course, Linkedin group, or q & sessions, you can upgrade for a small monthly fee of $99/month

  • How Long Will It Take Me To Finish The Course?

    The Art of 5-Star Resume Writing has approximately 6 hours of video footage, plus pdf downloads, the Linkedin group, activities, final project, and live Q & A sessions. We suggest you take 2-3 weeks to sift through the online course and then join us for coaching and community in the Linkedin Group.

  • Is This Course Online or In-Person?

    This course is online only.

  • What If I Need Additional Support?

    You can email our help desk if you need assistance. There will also be LIVE monthly Q&A calls hosted by our 5-Star Resume Writing instructors via the Linkedin Group.