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The NRWA is a volunteer, member-driven nonprofit organization. Established in 1997, we have led the charge to drive excellence in resume writing through commitment to upholding the highest ethical and professional standards. The NRWA continues to expand globally, with member experts in diverse industries, professions and careers.

The resume experts at the NRWA are committed to ongoing professional development utilizing industry leading webinars, training programs, resources and conferences. This allows NRWA professionals to stay abreast of changes in the careers industry to best serve you – our clients and business partners.

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The qualifications of a “professional resume writer” can vary greatly – along with the services and quality provided. NRWA members are true resume experts committed to upholding the highest ethical and professional standards. The resume experts at the NRWA stay abreast of changes in the resume writing industry and are committed to your success. You can be confident partnering with a trusted NRWA resume expert to develop a strategy for achieving your career goals.

The resume experts at the NRWA are committed to ongoing professional development utilizing industry leading webinars, training programs, resources, and conferences. This allows NRWA professionals to stay abreast of changes in the careers industry to best serve you – our clients and business partners.

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Many people develop their own resumes but are frustrated by the process. Employers’ requirements and expectations are constantly changing, and that change has been accelerated by technology advancements in how resumes are stored, processed, and reviewed. If you are not getting the results you want, it may be time to work with a professional resume writer.

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I’m a laid off federal employee now looking for a role in the private sector. How should I adjust my federal resume?

QUESTION: I’m a laid off federal employee now looking for a role in the private sector. How should I adjust my federal resume?

 

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Camille Roberts, CC Career Solutions

Remove the 22 items that differentiate federal resumes from private-sector resumes. Trim excess federal jargon and government-related acronyms. Drop outdated jargon. Translate your federal work into clear business-focused messaging. Highlight your results, leadership, and impact. Align your resume to each role with the organization’s needs, priorities, language, and what you bring to the table.​

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Laura Fontenot, Masterwork Resumes

Swap out GS levels and lengthy duty statements for clear business lingo like budget management, team leadership, and process improvements—backed by numbers whenever possible. Research your target job descriptions to weave in private sector keywords. Keep it to 1–2 pages with a clean, ATS friendly layout. A federal-to-private shift can feel tough—but your skills travel with you wherever you go!

 

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Listing Multiple Roles with the Same Company

Listing Multiple Roles with the Same Company

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I’m a laid off federal employee now looking for a role in the private sector. How should I adjust my federal resume?

QUESTION: I’m a laid off federal employee now looking for a role in the private sector. How should I adjust my federal resume?

 

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Camille Roberts, CC Career Solutions

Remove the 22 items that differentiate federal resumes from private-sector resumes. Trim excess federal jargon and government-related acronyms. Drop outdated jargon. Translate your federal work into clear business-focused messaging. Highlight your results, leadership, and impact. Align your resume to each role with the organization’s needs, priorities, language, and what you bring to the table.​

v||divi||400

Laura Fontenot, Masterwork Resumes

Swap out GS levels and lengthy duty statements for clear business lingo like budget management, team leadership, and process improvements—backed by numbers whenever possible. Research your target job descriptions to weave in private sector keywords. Keep it to 1–2 pages with a clean, ATS friendly layout. A federal-to-private shift can feel tough—but your skills travel with you wherever you go!

 

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If you’re looking for more information on how to write a great resume – or get an expert to help you with yours – you’ve come to the right place! This site was created by the National Resume Writers’ Association (NRWA), a US-based non-profit association with members from around the world who are dedicated to learning about and providing expertise in resume writing to all job seekers.

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5 Questions to Ask Your Professional Resume Writer

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Westminster, CO 80234

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