At Career Directors International we are constantly asked by professional resume writers if the resume is really dead. They want to know: Is our profession going to end soon? Will we become obsolete? So, as part of our volunteer Board of Directors met in Orlando, FL last week, this is Read More >
How to Design ATS-Friendly Graphic Resumes (Video Master Class)
Wouldn't you like to be able to create graphically-enhanced professional resumes without worrying about ATS? Now you can! Here at CDI we are so excited that Marie Plett has extended this critically important presentation, which has been called “super informative,” “mind blowing,” and “practice transforming” by past learners, into a Read More >
Certified Graphic Resume Architects (CGRA) – Certified Resume Writers
These individuals are recognized for their ability to write and design beyond a well-written and laid out resume to embrace graphic elements such as color, images, graphs, charts, and call out boxes to better draw the eye and highlight content. In a time where images are king, this lets job Read More >
Should You Hire a Professional Resume Writer?
The decision as to whether to hire a professional resume writer is one that leaves many people confused. So I’m glad you stopped here because this is SO IMPORTANT! I’m going to approach this in two pieces, since there is a growing understanding of professional resume writing services, but many Read More >
Resumes for Dummies, 8th Launch + Contributor Recognition
I'm very excited and pleased to announce that Resumes for Dummies, 8th edition is now available for purchase! This new edition is packed with updated content plus new chapters on creating graphic resumes, more resume samples, and a whole chapter of TORI award-winning resumes. If you are a job seeker, Read More >
Why You Should Invest in a Professional Resume Writer
Outlaying time and money to consult with industry experts in the field of professional advancement has often proven advantageous to an individual’s career. This includes investing in career coaches to better understand your strengths, talents and ambitions, and how you can achieve professional goals, as well as resume writers to Read More >
TORI Award-Winning Resumes Now Online for Viewing
It's finally that time: The TORI award-winning resumes are now online and ready for viewing! You can see them now on our award's page. The judges and award's director had intimated that it was a difficult decision this year with so many amazing entries. Frankly, I had no idea Read More >
Master Career Directors (MCD)
CDI's Master Career Directors have distinguished themselves within their career discipline, be it resume writing, career coaching, career assessment, recruiting, job placement, outplacement, career counseling or human resources. They have done so by meeting and maintaining CDI's criteria. The following 10 individuals have earned this credential. They are Read More >
Master Military Resume Writers (MMRW)
CDI no longer offers the MMRW course but does recognize those individuals who have earned the credential. These individuals are skilled in the art of converting complex military jargon and career data into civilian speak coupled with effective formats for helping their clients to achieve successful miltary-to-civilian transition. The following Read More >
Certified Resume Specialists (CRS)
The CRS is a unique credential for those professional resume writers who provide resume writing to niche industries as their specialties, or for those who want to demonstrate their expertise across a variety of specific industries. There are currently 19 different categories of the CRS. Job seekers looking for a Read More >