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With potentially hundreds of applicants vying for each job opening, recruiters spend an average of 6 seconds skimming each resume before deciding whether to put in in the "maybe" pile.

So, not only are the odds stacked against you, but you also have to make it past a strict screening algorithm (the dreaded ATS), AND pass the six-second test, for you to be considered for an interview. Even then, you may find yourself competing with dozens of highly qualified candidates. That's why every advantage you can give yourself, gets you one step closer to your dream career.

The Secret

The key to writing a perfect resume is a carefully calibrated combination of the following:

  • Knowing what to include, and where to include it.
  • Knowing what not to include.

 

That's why it makes sense to outsource the painstaking task of resume writing to professionals. Our certified experts know what to include, what to leave out, and how to pass the six-second test with flying colors. 

 

Looking Ahead

If this all sounds daunting, don't worry. We founded Ampresume with the singular intent to do it for you, to make your resume easy to update, and to teach you how use it effectively. We'll collaborate with you to craft the perfect resume orCV tailored to your goals and aspirations, and teach you how to use it to its full potential.

After all, we've been doing this for years, and doing it well. Check out our samples here.

And if you ever need some friendly advice, don't hesitate to reach out to us at: info@ampresume.com. We would love to hear from you!

Think of it this way. You use your resume to reach out to recruiters, and recruiters use your LinkedIn profile to reach out to you. That's why it's essential to have both optimized: they each serve different purposes. Even if you're not actively looking for new opportunities, a recruiter may still approach you with an offer you can't refuse (as has happened countless times with our clients).

Did you know that:

  • 85% of people who start new employment did not get the job by submitting an application, but by using networking tools like LinkedIn.
  • 94% of all recruiters will check your LinkedIn profile during the hiring process.
  • A strong LinkedIn profile increases interviews by 71%.
  • LinkedIn is the single largest job board for executive positions.
  • A professional profile builds credibility when (not if) employers look you up.
  • A strong profile helps you leverage a reliable network when you are ready for a new job. 
  • A well written profile helps people find your services and products.

 

Your profile was never meant to be a rehash of your resume. Rather, it is your chance to differentiate yourself, make a profound impression, and inspire contact. That’s why we’ve hired the best writers in the business to craft an elaborate story and design a sensational cover photo. Check out some samples here. We work hard to complement your resume, hook your readers, and leave recruiters eager to learn more.

Questions? Don't hesitate to reach out at: info@ampresume.com. We would love to hear from you!

Studies found that 90% of hiring managers surveyed said it is acceptable to use AI in job application materials.

An MIT Sloan study of roughly 70,000 job seekers from the US revealed that job applicants who used AI tools to help write their resumes were 8% more likely to be hired, received 7.8% more job offers and earned 8.4% higher wages.

The truth is that AI tools can be a powerful and exciting way to refine resumes. But they can be easy to misuse without the right knowledge base, industry experience, and nuanced prompt engineering skills.

For example, AI-generated resumes or CVs are usually non-specific, riddled with clichés, and lack the personality or authenticity they need to stand out.

Moreover, AI-generated bullet points might look fine at first glance but can end up sounding robotic or uninspired. Ultimately, they will blend in with all the other bullet points that the hiring manager has been reading all day.

AI tools also process input data without understanding the full context of your experience. This can lead to inaccuracies or overgeneralizations that don’t align with your actual skills or responsibilities.

Additionally, seasoned recruiters can spot when a resume has been overly polished or lacks authenticity. A resume that raises red flags may lead them to question your genuine qualifications and communication abilities.

At Ampresume, we encourage our writers to embrace AI tools, training them in prompt engineering techniques and best practices to ensure that each resume is written in the client’s personal voice, conveys authenticity, and portrays an accurate representation of their skills and experiences.

Your writer may use AI tools for the following:

  • Creating impactful resume headlines or refining existing ones.
  • Extracting keywords from job descriptions, and adapting resumes for these job descriptions.
  • Refining resume copy and professional summaries.

 

At Ampresume, AI-engineered content can make up 5% to 10% of finished resumes.

Our writers leverage years of industry experience and expertise to effectively capitalize on the benefits of AI while skillfully avoiding the risks, challenges, and potential drawbacks inherent in these tools.

We train our writers to incorporate crucial context, candidate soft skills, and the PAR method into each AI prompt to elicit value-added resume content that reads like it was generated by humans, for humans.

Typically the process takes no later than five business days for the first draft. However, the checkout page does allow you to fast track the process, bringing the delivery time down to 8-48 hours.

Our writing process is set up for speed, efficiency, and quality. While we will communicate with you by email 24/7, we have chosen a streamlined, online business model so we can focus on what matters most: your resume.

Adding the infrastructure for taking calls 24/7 would add another layer of complexity – and cost – to our products. Rather than passing that cost on to our clients, we prefer to maintain a seamless business model that highlights quality and value. That way, our attention is focused where it is needed the most.

That said, we recognize that effective resume writing is a collaborative effort. Our writers work with you via email to draft the perfect resume, then give you three rounds of revisions on top of the first draft – so your feedback is always incorporated into the finished product.

Questions? Reach out at: info@ampresume.com. We would love to hear from you!

Ampresume also caters to CV clients with the same level of passion and commitment as our resume clients. Our CVs and resumes have helped hundreds of people land the job they deserve. While CVs may be longer than resumes, their pricing structure is identical. Check out our packages for both here.

All our sales are final. If you are unsatisfied with our product, you are guaranteed 3+ rounds of revisions. We promise to work with you until you are completely satisfied with your finished product.

Gladly. Simply send your resume or CV to: support@ampresume.com and we will get back to you in 24 hours.

linkedIn Makeover

Think of it this way: You use your resume to reach out to recruiters, and recruiters use your LinkedIn profile to reach out to you. That's why it's essential to have both optimized: they each serve different purposes. Even if you're not actively looking for new opportunities, a recruiter may still approach you with an offer you can't refuse. Your LinkedIn profile is your lead magnet – and your chance to make a strong first impression. Make every word count.

Did you know that:

  • 85% of people who start new employment did not get the job by submitting an application, but by using networking tools like LinkedIn.
  • 94% of all recruiters will check your LinkedIn profile during the hiring process.
  • A strong LinkedIn profile increases interviews by 71%.
  • LinkedIn is the single largest job board for executive positions.
  • A professional profile builds credibility when (not if) employers look you up.
  • A strong profile helps you leverage a reliable network when you are ready for a new job. 
  • For freelancers and entrepreneurs, a well written profile helps people find your services and products.

 

Your profile was never meant to be a rehash of your resume. Rather, it is your chance to differentiate yourself, make a profound impression, and inspire contact. That’s why we’ve hired the best writers in the business to craft an elaborate success story and complement with a terrific cover photo. Check out some samples here. We work hard to complement your resume, hook your readers, and leave recruiters eager to learn more.

Questions? Don't hesitate to contact us at: info@ampresume.com. We would love to hear from you!

Typically the process takes no later than five business days for the first draft. However, the checkout page does allow you to fast track the process, bringing the delivery time down to 8-48 hours. Need it even faster? Send us an email to check our availability. If we have the available bandwidth, we'd be happy to help.

Our comprehensive questionnaire was designed to elicit your skills, goals and expertise while allowing you to communicate what’s important to you. Your answers, along with your old resume, will guide your writer in a collaborative effort to rewrite your profile from the ground up.

Your writer will collaborate with you by email – where you will be able to view drafts of your resume, CV or LinkedIn profile and communicate with your writer to suggest changes.Our writing process is very much a collaborative effort between both parties. Your writer will rely on your questionnaire answers, resume, and ongoing feedback to craft a distinctive LinkedIn profile. 

the writing process

After checking out, just attach your old resume or CV. After evaluating your resume, your writer will email a short questionnaire to elicit more information about your career goals, hard and soft skills, and other information while also allowing you to communicate what’s important to you. Your answers, along with your old resume, will guide your writer in a collaborative effort to transform your resume and elevate your career prospects. 

Once you fill out the questionnaire and email it back to the writer, they will provide a first draft in under five days. 

This process is very much a collaborative effort, and your writer will constantly be in touch via text or email. 

After receiving the first draft, you’ll have another week to provide feedback. You get three rounds of revisions, so use them to your advantage until you are fully satisfied. 

Studies found that 90% of hiring managers surveyed said it is acceptable to use AI in job application materials.

An MIT Sloan study of roughly 70,000 job seekers from the US revealed that job applicants who used AI tools to help write their resumes were 8% more likely to be hired, received 7.8% more job offers and earned 8.4% higher wages.

The truth is that AI tools can be a powerful and exciting way to refine resumes. But they can be easy to misuse without the right knowledge base, industry experience, and nuanced prompt engineering skills.

For example, AI-generated resumes or CVs are usually non-specific, riddled with clichés, and lack the personality or authenticity they need to stand out. Moreover, AI-generated bullet points might look fine at first glance but can end up sounding robotic or uninspired. Ultimately, they will blend in with all the other bullet points that the hiring manager has been reading all day.

AI tools also process input data without understanding the full context of your experience. This can lead to inaccuracies or overgeneralizations that don’t align with your actual skills or responsibilities.

Additionally, seasoned recruiters can spot when a resume has been overly polished or lacks authenticity. A resume that raises red flags may lead them to question your genuine qualifications and communication abilities.

At Ampresume, we encourage our writers to embrace AI tools, training them in prompt engineering techniques and best practices to ensure that each resume is written in the client’s personal voice, conveys authenticity, and portrays an accurate representation of their skills and experiences.

Your writer may use AI tools for the following:

  • Creating impactful resume headlines or refining existing ones.
  • Extracting keywords from job descriptions, and adapting resumes for these job descriptions.
  • Refining resume copy and professional summaries.

 

At Ampresume, AI-engineered content can make up 5% to 10% of finished resumes.

Our writers leverage years of industry experience and expertise to effectively capitalize on the benefits of AI while skillfully avoiding the risks, challenges, and potential drawbacks inherent in these tools.

We train our writers to incorporate crucial context, candidate soft skills, and the PAR method into each AI prompt to elicit value-added resume content that reads like it was generated by humans, for humans.

Our questionnaire was designed from the ground up to elicit your skills, goals and expertise in as little as 10 minutes while also allowing you to communicate what’s important to you. Your answers, along with your old resume, will guide your writer in a collaborative effort to transform your resume and enhance your career prospects.

Your writer will collaborate with you primarily by email – where you will be able to view drafts of your resume, CV or LinkedIn profile and communicate with your writer to suggest changes.

Our writing process is very much a collaborative effort between both parties. Your writer will use your questionnaire answers, existing resume, and feedback as a guide, collaborating to craft a high-impact resume. 

Our writing process is set up for speed, efficiency, and quality. While we will communicate with you by email 24/7, we have chosen a streamlined, online business model so we can focus on what matters most: your resume.

Adding the infrastructure for taking calls 24/7 would add another layer of complexity – and cost – to our products. Rather than passing that cost on to our clients, we prefer to maintain a seamless business model that highlights quality and value. That way, our attention is focused where it is needed the most.

We recognize that effective resume writing is a collaborative effort. Our writers work with you via text and email to draft the perfect resume, then give you three rounds of revisions on top of the first draft – so your feedback is always incorporated into the finished product.

Questions? Reach out at: info@ampresume.com. We would love to hear from you!