David Barnes

Resume writer · Warrenton, VA · virtual

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"Helping job seekers in the federal sector since 2012." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Federal Resume Services for Current Federal Employees
current federal employees		 identify accomplishments · support application · strengthen case for promotion or advancement on request
Promotion Resume Update and Advice
federal employees seeking promotion		 update resume with current skills and accomplishments · advise on documenting performance for self-assessment and promotion application on request
Resume Assistance for Transferring to Another Federal Agency
federal employees transferring agencies		 identify KSAs for job · craft resume with key words and accomplishments on request
Leadership and Senior Executive Service Resume Assistance
federal employees seeking leadership or SES positions		 document leadership and management skills · quantify and document leadership and technical skills on request
USAJOBS Resume Help for New Federal Job Seekers
new federal job seekers		 translate private-sector, nonprofit, military, or state and local government experience into federal resume · tailor resume to job announcement · show experience matches required qualifications on request
Federal-to-Private Resume Writing for Transitioning Federal Employees
transitioning federal employees		 introductory call to identify goals and documents · review resumes, position descriptions, performance reviews, questionnaire · identify responsibilities and accomplishments · identify technical, leadership, communication, transferable skills · translate federal jargon to private-sector language on request

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

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Where they fit

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

How they work

Process
introductory call to identify goals and documents · review current resumes, position descriptions, performance reviews, questionnaire · identify responsibilities and accomplishments · identify technical, leadership, communication, transferable skills · translate federal jargon to private-sector language · develop accomplishment-focused content
Before coaching
journalist, government communication; congressional aide; federal employee (25 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.

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Questions to ask before hiring

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

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