Joseph Buss

Resume writer · virtual

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"Competitive Edge Resume Services improves and composes resumes, CVs, cover letters, online profiles, and more." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Resume Revision and Optimization review existing resume · rewrite resume · identify common mistakes $75
Basic Resume Composition compose new resume · meet and discuss job experience · emphasize value to employer $90
Curriculum Vitae Resume
technical professions such as academia, medicine, and engineering		 advanced resume · technical professions $90
Federal Format Resume resume in federal format · standard structure for federal agencies $90
Online Setup set up Resume Profile on Indeed, ZipRecruiter, Glassdoor, Career Builder, USA Jobs, Monster · provide password · basic tutorials $20
Cover Letters compose basic cover letter template · short and effective · easily modified $10
LinkedIn Profile Development review LinkedIn profile · optimize LinkedIn profile · help set up LinkedIn profile · find best format for personal branding $20
Thank You Letter Template compose thank you note for after interview $10
Resume Workshop
groups, free to Church and Veteran Groups		 PowerPoint presentation on common resume errors · free review of resumes for interested participants on request

As published on their website, read Sep 30, 2026.

How they compare

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Where they fit

StudentsEarlyMidManagerDirectorVP / C-suite
Resume and LinkedInyesyesyesyesyesyes
Interviews and offersnononononono
Job search strategyyesyesyesyesyesyes
Career direction and changeyesyesyesyesyesyes
Leadershipnononononono
Personal brandnononononono

How they work

Process
review existing resume or discuss job experience · identify common mistakes and keywords · emphasize accomplishments and skills · compose or revise resume · provide electronic and hard copy formats · optional tutorial
Before coaching
Staff Sergeant, Army (6 years); Logistics Manager, manufacturing and distribution (20 years)

Do it yourself, or hire a coach?

Doing it yourselfUsually enough whenA coach earns the fee when
Resume4 to 8 hours for a strong base, then about 30 minutes per posting. Callings can tailor it to each job.You are staying in the same field and level and have recent results to cite.You are changing field or level, coming back after a long break, or many applications brought no interviews.
Job searchA target list, a weekly plan and steady outreach. Callings builds the weekly plan and tracks every application, free.Interviews are coming in.Three months without traction, or a senior search that runs on your network.
Career directionWeeks of reading and conversations about roles that fit. Callings can show your strengths and the pay for each role.You already have two or three target roles.You do not know what comes next, or you want structure and a formal assessment.

Times are our estimates. Try Callings.

Questions to ask before hiring

  1. Do you write it yourself, how many revision rounds are included, and do I keep editable files? (done-for-you writing)
  2. What are your cancellation and refund terms? (no refund terms on their site)
  3. Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)

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