I was really disappointed with my experience working with Fern. I reached out for resume help and…read morewas prepared to pay $335 for the service. Before finalizing payment, I simply asked to see a sample of her work, which is a reasonable request when hiring someone for resume services. Instead of responding professionally, she abruptly told me we weren't a good match and refused to continue helping me. In addition, During our communication, she also mentioned that I was asking the same questions, but I was only reiterating to make sure I understood everything clearly before paying. Fern doesn't live in my area, so communication was difficult -- she often didn't get back to me right away, and her process appears to take around three weeks to complete a resume after payment. I found her response rude and unprofessional, especially after I had already spent time communicating and providing my background. When paying several hundred dollars upfront, I think it's fair to expect transparency, courtesy, and timely communication. There are plenty of other career counseling services that charge far less and offer a much faster turnaround time. I even found one that includes a cover letter for just $220 -- much more reasonable than $335.

I was retired for several years, very bored, and didn't know what to do about work. I was a…read moreprofessional arborist which is physically demanding and can be very risky. I didn't feel up to it but it also really bothered me that I wasn't being productive. I was feeling pretty bad about it. I also didn't know how to get back out there. Most of my contacts were gone. I got in touch with Fern because I was out of ideas. Fern met with me first to talk about what we might do and did not charge me for the time. We then met several times after that for career counseling. Her prices were reasonable, which I really appreciated. She's a great listener, really supportive and very courteous. She really lifted my spirits. She also knew a lot about how hard it is to go back to work. She helped me figure out new ways to do things. She suggested consulting, because it wouldn't require physical labor and instead would use my knowledge. I really liked the idea and wouldn't ever have thought of it. Then we looked at my website, which was very outdated. Fern rewrote the information and had me add photos, which I never used on the website before. It looked and sounded great. After our meetings, I decided to take consulting jobs and hire subcontractors for the labor. I was able to get consulting jobs, and the customers who got in touch said positive things about the website. I appreciated being able to get back to work without the physical risks and having a chance to get out there again doing work I really missed. I recently returned to full-time retirement, but I enjoyed several great years of consulting, thanks to my work with Fern. Her counseling helped me see my choices and that I had a lot to offer, and she really lifted my spirits. I'm very glad that I worked with her. She's a terrific career counselor.

NYC grade editorial services right in our own backyard. All the world needs a proofreader. I mean…read morereally, when you see misspelled graphics on the nightly news you wonder why there are no standards anymore.

I requested George A to help me on editing my school application essay. I am very satisfied with…read morehis work, very professional, he will spend time understanding what you need and work with you. Price is very reasonable. In the past, I always think it won't make too big of a difference whether to edit my paper or not. But after this time, I think it worth spending a little bit of money for it. After the editing, my paper flow very smoothly. The good thing about George is, he will try to understand what you're trying to say and make it flow smoothly, use better words for expression and of course he will correct the grammatical errors. It does make a difference on my paper. I will recommend him to the others and even myself needing editing next time will find him again.

From the owner: Word of Excellence is a professional editing and proofreading service, given by the Grace of God…read moreHimself, for the edification and impending success of all the Saints. No matter the written material - I will add my expertise to make all that you have to write exemplary. You will be well-pleased with the accuracy, the service provided and the timeliness.

I would highly recommend Celia to anyone looking to create or update a resume! I have held the same…read morejob since graduating from undergrad, and hadn't touched my resume since. I had years worth of information to include and didn't know where to start or if the "rules" for writing a resume had changed since I last put one together. I was put in touch with Celia and she not only helped me put together a very professional resume, but a cover letter as well! She took the time to have a phone interview with me to talk about accomplishments and job skills that should be included and was in contact during every stage of writing so that I could be a part of the editing process. I am very happy with the finished product and am sure it will help me greatly in the future!

From the owner: I am your professionally certified resume writer, career coach, interview coach and veteran career…read morestrategist. If you need an updated resume, looking for new job, changing careers, interested in getting promoted, want a mock interview, playing around with creative retirement, interested in the gig economy, retiring from the military - you've come to the right place.

Ed was a big help in getting my resume, cover letter, and Linkedin profile to look very…read moreprofessional and eye catching. He was there for any questions and advice before, during, and after his services. I would recommend Ed to everyone.

From the owner: I write and edit business communications, marketing materials, business proposals, brochures,…read morepamphlets, newsletters, and web content, book manuscripts, family histories, magazine articles, and short stories. I also provide coaching to help an aspiring author through the process of writing and publishing a book. I am an award-winning author of The Devil's Elbow, and The Long Journey Home, newspaper columnist, and writing workshop teacher.

Kim W. Angelle Horste is my Book Coach and Developmental…read moreEditor at Finally Write Book Coaching & Editing. I came to her with a manuscript. She guided me toward revision using templates and metaphors to help me refine my work. Angelle assisted my growth and development as an author. She believes in me, and she arms me with the necessary literary tools to be successful. I am so blessed to have found her. Angelle is just the person I need on my journey toward making my manuscript the best it can be.

I have worked with Angelle at Finally Write Book Coaching on several different projects over the…read morepast few years. First of all, we did a developmental edit on a manuscript of mine, and she helped me see where the manuscript diverged from its original purpose and needed to be reworked. Following that, I became a book coaching client of hers for the reworking. For these projects, Angelle was both factual and compassionate, realizing my attachment to the work. She helped me grow as a writer and on this manuscript, specifically, to find its purpose and stick to it. The book coaching exercises were easy to follow and her feedback was thorough and helpful. I definitely feel like I got a better revision with her help than my original manuscript. Later, I worked with Angelle on a query letter revision, synopsis and a first-25 page submission edit. Again, the experience was a pleasure and Angelle used her expertise to help me think critically about what my story was about and how to get the attention I was looking for. Helping me reframe my "pitch" was very much worthwhile as I used the knowledge gained from her too present my idea to an agent and it landed me a request for pages. While the story concept was 100% mine, Angelle was able to see what I was going or and coach me on the wording as well as trim the superfluous information. I definitely plan to work with Angelle in the future for editing or querying needs. Thank you!