HOUSTON OUTPLACEMENT

Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) 

Certified Employment Interview Professional (CEIP)

Striking Resumes that Emphasize Your Accomplishments and What Makes YOU Unique while Placing Strategic Keywords to be Picked Up by Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

 WHY Bridget Batson, CPRW, CEIP? 

Why Bridget Batson, CPRW, CEIP to Compose Your Resume? 

There are many resume writers and career coaches to choose from. There are the large resume writing firms that send the same critique to each person they speak (yes, that is true. In most cases they send the same critique to each person), outsource your resume to someone you haven't worked with, and want to charge you $600-$1200 for your resume. On the flip side, there is the new resume writer that will charge you to simply format it and put some bullets in your resume. Either way, you are not getting the best value for your dollar.

 I personally work with each client individually. I do not outsource my projects to other writers. You hire me and I personally compose your documents. I gather your accomplishments and what you were resonsible for at each position. Then, I conduct extensive research. I research open positions that are in line to what you are seeking across the nation to capture the most current key words. I place these key words strategically throughout your resume so that your resume has a leading edge. And, yes, I will even send you open positions I find that you might be interested in.

With all of this information, I compose a rough draft of your resume that emphasizes your accomplishments, implements  the correct keywords, and showcases a summary of your work history.  I send it to you for you to see all of your professional work history, keywords, summary,and accomplishments in a new light. In most cases, that will even "jog" your memory and you might even remember some new achievements to add. Together, we go over the rough draft for any additions, deletions, and changes. Finally, I proofread your resume and supply the final copy in both a PDF and Word format.

I can gather all of your accomplishments via phone/email and I work with both Houston clients as well as clients across the globe, from entry level to C-level executives at Fortune 100 companies. Or, if you prefer an in-person meeting, I do schedule appointments in my office. 

 Whichever method you prefer to work with me, I truly look forward to working with you.

 Bridget Batson

713.502.0614

bridgetbatson@houstonoutplacement.com

  Did you know that a well-written resume should be composed for two audiences?

As Many as 75% of Resumes are Rejected by Applicant Tracking Systems

Resumes need to be written both for computer scanning (Applicant Tracking/ATS) softwares (resume databases) as well as individual Human Resource and Hiring Managers. Top resumes are written both for a computer and an actual person.

Many companies (especially the larger ones) utilize resume databases to store applicant information. Have you noticed that when you apply to positions, you are actually uploading your resume for them? These databases lookfor keywords. If you don't have enough, your resume will be overlooked or simply "not picked up" for the job in which you fit the bill perfectly. Too many, and your resume will lose focus and not attract the attention of the individual reader reviewing the resume after the computerscanning/resume database picks it up.

I compose resumes using both the right balance of keywords and your unique accomplishments (what makes you stand out above the rest of your competition) to attract the attention of both computer scanning software searches and the individual person/hiring manager/reader/HR representative who is reviewing your resume. When you possess a well-written resume, you can land the interview for the job of your dreams.

Fully Customizable Interview & Career Coaching Sessions for Clients in Houston and Across the Globe

Delivered In-Person, Phone, or Skype

By Bridget Batson, CPRW, CEIP

Coaching Services are by the Hour and Can Include Any of the Following (Depending on Client Needs and Time)

Interview Coaching

Types of interviews/interviewers and how to succeed with each one. Identify the personality of the interview, match your skillset to their needs, and position yourself as the candidate of choice.

Development of Organizational Message Chart (OMC™) to showcase your value to employers in a clear and consise manner and leave employer with a comprehensive understanding of why they should hire you.

Defining the three components to a successful interview and how you can capitalize on them to get your desired job.

Delivering your “presidential message” during the interview -- #1 reason employers should hire YOU and not your competition.

The Performance Storytelling Formula (to further engage the interviewer in your accomplishments).

Successfully responding to interview questions, including high-stress interview questions.

High tech/long distance interviewing and how to ensure a seamless interview in the age of technology.

Salary Negotiation

Salary Myths.

Development of a compensation model to find a competitive salary point and successfully answer the dreaded "how much are you seeking" question.

Optimal time to negotiate an offer and employment contracts to gain the most from your employment offer. 

Career Coaching

Development of your skills model.

Transitioning your skills and passions into a new career. 

Possible career paths
Transferrable skills, markets/industries, and job sourcing.

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