6 Reasons Why I Love Writing Resumes

As a professional writer — and the owner of a writing business — I can tell you that my day usually consists of a wide variety of different sorts of projects. Throw in running a business, overseeing remote employees, and well, my days are full, to say the absolute least. Stopping to take a breath the other day, I was reflecting on what projects and activities give me the most joy. Now, I can tell you that overall, one of my greatest sources of happiness is working for myself — but I know that not everyone is in the same boat, and that to some, their day-to-day is truly a grind. This is what spurred me to think in depth about my role as a resume writer — and why I love doing it.

1. You Get to Learn About Another Person’s Hopes and Dreams.

I believe in my heart that everyone aspires to something in life. Each one of us wants to feel valued, rewarded, and meaningful in some way. Now, maybe not all of us are destined to run Fortune 500 companies or lead a country, but I’d venture a guess that the majority of us want to make an impact — and not simply drift through life. As a resume writer, I get to hear about the goals and aspirations of others. I am allowed a glimpse inside their world, and I am very grateful that so many people have trusted me with this information. Think about it — there is a certain level of…