Your job hunt can be nerve-wracking but deciding to make a change and take your next step up the career ladder is always an exciting prospect.
Sometimes, working with a professional CV writing company can be an ideal way to put your best foot forward. Leaving your documents in the hands of an expert frees up your time and energy, as you know you will receive a first-class CV that will delight your recruiter.
But with so many options out there, it can be hard to determine which CV writing company to choose.
With that in mind, here are some tips to help you review a Professional CV writing company and whether they will be able to meet your needs on your job search.
Can you communicate with your writer?
Having clarity over the working process is key when reviewing a CV writing company. This starts with the boundaries they have set for communication. Do you have one dedicated writer? If so, how can you contact them?
Generally, CV writing companies will use one of these communication methods:
- Questionnaire – you fill it out, and your CV writer creates your document based on the information you have provided
- Email – This is a more collaborative approach, where you have the option to contact your writer with additional information or questions if needed.
- Telephone – Typically used for those looking for senior positions, an in-depth phone call will take place to cover your career history, aspirations and much more.
A higher cost is usually associated with a more personal and time-intensive form of communication. You should choose the CV writing company that suits your preferred communication style and make sure you check this is case.
Can you have changes made to your documents?
Many CV writing companies will include unlimited amendments to your documents to ensure that you are happy with them. This could be for a defined period – generally 12 months – or you might only get a few days to make the changes required.
When you review a CV writing company, make sure you understand these terms. If you only get one or two revisions included in the original price – how much will each additional round cost after this? And is it a price you are willing to pay?
Can you find their reviews?
Customer reviews are critical for you to understand the experience of working with a particular CV writing company.
Look and see if they have a profile on a third-party website, such as Trustpilot, or have a Google My Business listing. Both platforms are objective and allow customers to leave both positive and negative reviews based on their experience. Check these are “verified” purchases where suitable and also how recent those reviews are.
If the only reviews you can find are on the company website, they are going to be overwhelmingly positive and won’t paint the full picture of what the process could entail.
You should also observe how the company responds to feedback. This will give you an indication of how they interact with their customers in both positive and negative situations and will enlighten you to if they are someone you want to work with.
How up-to-date is their online presence?
In today’s digital age, a website is a company’s virtual shopfront. So have a browse through each professional CV writing company’s online presence. If there is out-of-date information, spelling mistakes, or a lack of content, it might indicate a lack of attention to detail
If they use social media – when was the last time they posted? Are they engaged and responding to comments? What is the average wait time to get a response if you send them a direct message? All of this will help you understand what the experience of working with them could be like.
Can you ask someone that you trust?
As long as it isn’t going to impact your current employment situation negatively, we recommend confidentially reaching out to people in your network, either by Facebook or LinkedIn, to ask if they have had any experience with Professional CV Writing Companies.
If they have a recommendation or got a great result from a particular company, they could be worth looking at.
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We hope this blog has given you some tips on how to review a Professional CV Writing Company.
Here are a couple of other blog resources that might be helpful when making your decision:
How to choose a Professional CV Writing Service
Should you work with a professional CV Writing Company
If you have any questions about the CV writing process, then please don’t hesitate to reach out – we’d be happy to help! Why not check out our free CV review service to get feedback on the key strengths and weaknesses of your CV? Or get in touch with us to discuss your requirements.