Resume Helper

• Have you been searching for an online resume helper? 
• Do you need to revamp your resume to get back in the workforce? 
• Have you been trying to write a resume for a new field but need help?
• Since you've been a mom, have you had many temp jobs but don't know how to present them on your resume?
• Have you been looking for a job for some time but have not gotten any interest?  Do you suspect it is your resume?

If you answered yes, to any of these questions, you have come to the right place.  Whether or not you are working with Smart Moms, having a professional resume and cover letter are vital to your job search success.  It is your calling card and the first impression hiring managers see of you.  It must be concise, easy to read and full of pertinent information to get you to the next step - an interview. 

We are currently searching for resume services that will caters to and are intimately familiar with moms who are re-entering the work force. Please continue to check back often for a list of those we have found to be dedicated enough to be designated as our  "Recommended Resume Helpers". 

Resume Helper #1

Dick Hart has been helping individuals write and rewrite their resumes for the last 5 years.  Many of the 4000 + resumes he’s written are for women and mothers returning to the workforce or making a career change.  He is currently an instructor at Wake Tech Community College teaching several classes including one titled, “Make Your Resume Talk?” Smart Moms had an opportunity to speak with several of his past clients. The women all commented on his ability to extract information from their past experiences and help formulate the essentials to capture the reader’s attention.  Also they marveled at his passion for helping others succeed.  He has agreed to be one our Designated Smart Moms Resume Helpers.  We believe he has the experience and skills to help our moms create resumes that get results. 

There are two ways that Dick can help you. 

Option 1:

If you are in the Raleigh/Durham Area, you are encouraged to take his class, “Make Your Resume Talk”, sponsored by the ESC and Wake Tech.  The enrollment fee for this class is dependent on your employment status but in some cases may be free.  To learn more details about the class schedule  click here.  To sign up for this class and others in the career series contact Pat Taylor at 919-747-0206

Option 2:

For $150 you can work with Dick to create a resume, cover letter, mini-resume business card.  To begin working with Dick Hart on creating a resume click here and attach your resume.  Email Dick Hart and he will call you to discuss the next step.