not your typical review

Welcome! My name is Kristina, and I’m so excited you’re here! Since I started recruiting 6 years ago, I’ve scanned thousands of resumes, and I created Resume Resolved to give you REAL results. Anywhere you look, you’ll find services pushing out the same formula- handover your resume, and receive a shiny new version. But is this really an upgrade? Adorning your resume with decorative words and starting every other bullet point with “successfully”? Sure, perhaps your work history IS articulated a little better. But in far too many cases, this is more harmful than helpful. How? Let me explain.

why resume reviews?

What makes a good resume is not taking your job description and dressing it up with extra words to make you sound like a fancy upper echelon. It’s not  even about showing “proof” that you really are a “dedicated, hardworking, results oriented team player”. It’s a matter of presenting your accomplishments, and letting those adjectives speak for themselves through your bullet points. This isn’t something anyone can turn out for you, because only you know your accomplishments. That’s why I focus on consultation sessions, to ask the right questions to help you find the answers. This can be easier said than done, but the results will prove to be far worth the brief brain power it’ll take to get you there. You’ll also gain a deeper understanding of your value and skills, which will significantly benefit during your interview as well.

Now back to why some resume services can do more harm than good. If your resume uses too many run on sentences, hard to prove descriptors, or unnecessary words, all your amazing accomplishments are going to drown out in the frills. With so many resumes, there is limited time to scan to see if you’re fit for the “consideration” pile. A good resume is all about brevity, specifically pertaining to your personal career experience. Not a verbose report of your job description. Unfortunately, there is no computer or turnout service that can hand this to you. Fortunately, I’m excited to show how you can make your resume as amazing as you are! Ready to start? Checkout the short intake form here.

a little about me

After college I spent a year as a project team lead in Americorps traveling for work across the south. Nothing was off limits, but part of my work included interviews and assisting the career advisor. After my term, I started my role as a recruiter with a global recruiting company that I’ve been with ever since. During all this time, I’d seen a few doctors, but had no idea I had cancer until a late stage 4B diagnosis. So in addition to recruiting, I’ve also spend the past 6 years battling a very aggressive form of lymphoma. There were periods I needed time off for treatment, but I continued to review resumes by helping friends and family with theirs. They soon started referring me to their friends, and I really enjoyed that.

Finally, one referral said, “You should really get a website!” I thought, “Sure, that should be easy, I can figure that out this weekend.” Of course I laugh at the thought now. It took me many months and a few frustration headaches. Along the way I thought I’d grab an email domain,  plus a blog couldn’t hurt, and I may as well secure some social media handles. Before I knew it, I was creating a small (very tiny) but albeit, a business. 

I’m very happy that I ended up here. Beyond my interest in learning about you and your career, is a passion to see you aligned in a role that’s a great fit. I believe that the world is a better place when talented people are working in positions they enjoy, because that’s where they excel. It’s a win-win for the employer, the candidate, and the public. Nothing truly makes that easier than a resume that works for you. I’m so grateful I can contribute. Ready to start? Checkout the short intake form here.

But less than ideal resumes have their benefits too! Checkout some fun moments below from unusual things I’ve seen over the years. 

just for fun

most memorable qualification listed on a resume

"I possess the ability to smile and laugh"

this sole bullet point listed under community service

"Donated clothes in 2007"

most memorable nickname requested on a job application

"Big Tank"