Do you want to build a 6-figure business out of your resume writing or career coaching skill set? Breaking that annual $100,000 point is a key goal I've been hearing for over 25 years from the majority of resume writers and career coaches I meet. So what exactly does it Read More >
Easily Get Your Passive Email List to Buy Resume Writing & Career Coaching Services (Video Tip)
Chances are you've put in the effort to develop a solid prospect email marketing list for your resume writing and/or career coaching services, but you aren't seeing much return on investment (ROI) from it. In a services industry where sales specials aren't the norm, just how can you get these Read More >
How to Share Quotes that Close Resume Writing & Coaching Sales (Video Tip)
When (and how) should you present your quote to a job seeker prospect for resume writing and/or career services? If you've tried to close a 4-figure (or less) package on the phone, you've probably found that you're overwhelming prospects and losing them. This may have led to you lowering your Read More >
Use Show & Tell to Up Close Rates on Resume & Career Service Sales (Video Tip)
Would you like to close 94-97% of your resume writing and career services prospects on 4-figure sales? In this 7-minute video I discuss how to make it happen by: Moving prospect perception from DIY or high-priced luxury to "necessity". Using three step-by-step ways to easily incorporate visual elements into your Read More >
Recruiter Pet Peeves to Avoid When Resume Writing
What may be a simple resume misstep by your client can be a major pet peeve to a recruiter, resulting in instant rejection. With recruiters reading through piles of resumes every day, it’s important that your clients are aware of common issues that can land their resume in the shredder! Read More >
CDI Is Accepting Nominations for Kick Butt Award + President’s Thank You
Are you a career professional who kicks butt? Or do you know one who does? We are now accepting nominations and self-nominations for the second annual Pat Schuler Kick Butt award. The criteria for the award is simply based on recognizing someone who best represents what Pat stood for: Fearless Read More >
8 Ways to Leverage Update Your Resume Month for Business Growth
September is officially registered as International Update Your Resume Month (UYRM)! This means resume writers and other career professionals can piggyback on the month-long holiday as a way to: Build awareness, acceptance, and visibility for your specialized services. Drive new business to your company and services. Gain publicity through Read More >
Tips to Avoid Burnout for Career Industry Entrepreneurs (Video Tip)
Hey entrepreneurs: Burnout isn't out there lurking in the shadows waiting to sneak up on you like some horror movie monster. It doesn't have to, because it knows you will do all the heavy lifting to wear yourself down and burn yourself out. We want you to thrive in your Read More >
Tools, News & Hacks for Career Pros & Resume Writers – July 2019
I hope your summer business has been sizzling just where you want it! Here are some more great tools, resources, and news you can use courtesy of CDI leadership and the Education committee. I’ve also included one of CDI's resources that every entrepreneur who isn’t finding time for vacation may Read More >
Easily Get Testimonials That Close Sales on Your Website (Video Tip)
Are you innocently collecting and posting testimonials to your website that don't sell for you? Done right, your client testimonials should get prospects excited and convinced to buy before they ever speak to you. Even better, you can train your clients to excitedly share with you their hard-hitting testimonials without Read More >
