How to Start a Resume Business

If you're looking for a cheap and easy home-based business, then starting a resume writing business may be right for you. In today´s business world, competition and a changing economy have forced workers to change jobs more often than in past decades. This has made the resume writing business a very lucrative industry. Learn more on how to get started.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer with Internet access
• Laser printer
• Typist chair
• Adjustable long-arm lamp
• File cabinet
• Phone line
• Thesaurus
• Dictionary
• Business cards

Get Started

1. Fill out business registration forms as required by federal, state and city offices.
2. Set up your home office in a comfortable and quiet section of your home.
3. Generate a client questionnaire geared to help you tailor each resume to individual needs.
4. Get a website. Shop around for the best deal. The website site should be user friendly and allow file uploading and downloading.
5. Run an ad in your local newspaper if your budget allows. Opt for a 6- or 12-month contract versus a shorter term contract.

Operate From Home

6. Have each client fill out the questionnaire.
7. Schedule an interview with the client.
8. Interview each client in person or by phone prior to writing the resume. The meeting should be relaxed and allow the client to do most of the talking.
9. Interpret your interview notes and use the information from the client questionnaire to write the resume and cover letter. When done, print both out on regular bond paper.
10. Call the client in to verify and approve the resume and cover letter.
11. Charge the client for the resume and cover letter.