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.
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Things You'll Need
- Computer with Internet access
- Laser printer
- Typist chair
- Adjustable long-arm lamp
- File cabinet
- Phone line
- Thesaurus
- Dictionary
- Business cards
Instructions
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Get Started
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Fill out business registration forms as required by federal, state and city offices.
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Set up your home office in a comfortable and quiet section of your home.
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Generate a client questionnaire geared to help you tailor each resume to individual needs.
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Get a website. Shop around for the best deal. The website site should be user friendly and allow file uploading and downloading.
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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
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Have each client fill out the questionnaire.
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Schedule an interview with the client.
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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.
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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.
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Call the client in to verify and approve the resume and cover letter.
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Charge the client for the resume and cover letter.
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