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TopResume has a rating of 3.5 stars from 5,561 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with TopResume most frequently mention cover letter, great job, and linkedin profile. TopResume ranks 11th among Resume sites.

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 86.6%
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Top Positive Review

“Seamless process”

Ellissa A.
7/27/24

I had an outdated resume and several documents that would need to be pieces together to complete a new resume. I was worried that it would be difficult for my writer to create a cohesive whole, but Allen did a phenomenal job. Drafts were sent quickly, he was so communicative and helpful, and we completed the process by draft 2 and ahead of schedule. I highly recommend this service.

Date of experience: 7/17/24
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Top Critical Review

“Absolutely NOT worth the money”

Heather C.
11/24/24

Received the services I purchased in the correct timeline. However, the format was not compatible for Apple devices despite my requesting that a universal format be utilized. Most significantly, I've had very negative feedback from recruiters and hiring managers with the content of my new resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn page. Even people I've worked with say they don't adequately communicate my skills and experience. The company offers no way to request a partial or full refund or contact them in any way. I posted this review on other review sites as well. The company contacted me to correct the issues by assigning a different person to rewrite the documents. Having no trust in the value of wasting additional time and effort working with someone else utilizing the same methods as the first representative, I requested a refund. The company refused to refund my money. So, I've wasted time, money, and still have useless documents. Please don't utilize this organization.

Date of experience: 11/14/24
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Texas
1 review
10 helpful votes
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May 29th, 2016

This was a total joke. I have not had an interview since using this service, and I have four college degrees and fifteen years experience in my field. Resume came with wrong facts and figures, misspelled words, and a number of accomplishments left out. I contacted them twice asking for a refund and did not get a response. Wow. Awful customer service. I disputed the charges with my credit card company today and I plan on filing a BBB complaint. STAY AWAY!

Date of experience: May 29, 2016

Thumbnail of user jenniferc2730
Florida
1 review
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August 3rd, 2021
Verified purchase

My resume was out of date, and I felt like I should update it. I have a good job already, however, and therefore wasn't terribly motivated to update it on my own.

Alana was very quick to reformat my resume. She came up with great action verbs and was able to quickly summarize my experience in a way that made me sound much more impressive than I could make myself. (I'm too modest.) She was also very responsive to edits. This was a great experience. I'll probably enlist TopResume's help again when I actually start job searching.

Date of experience: August 3, 2021

Thumbnail of user fidelism
Texas
1 review
23 helpful votes
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March 10th, 2015

Here is how they operate:
TopResume cleverly embeds itself in a regular Job Hire website.
Then entices you to get your resume done.
You send in your "old" resume and get back a form letter that says you are a "Doer, not an Achiever". You place an order.
A different entity (foreign-sounding) collects the payment (check your CC transaction).
You notice that the office appears to be in Redwood CA.
Then the headquarters is also in NY *******.
They promise 7 days within which the entire resume process would be completed.
You follow the rules, then wait 10 days and write to Melissa, and no answer!
Then you write to your so-called assigned writer, and no answer.
Then you freak out and start writing to the "company", Melissa and Katie for the next 8 days, and no answer.
I have asked American Express to alert MasterCard, Discovery and Visa about this "Merchant".
Just stay away from TopResume. They are a massive Scam Group!

FM
Dallas, TX

Date of experience: March 10, 2015

Thumbnail of user karlaa10
Indiana
1 review
1 helpful vote
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August 17th, 2017

Top resume was able to help me create a concise and very professional-looking resume. I received multiple interviews after sending out my new resumes and cover letters. I would highly recommend this service to anyone needing help with their resumes

Date of experience: August 17, 2017

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New York
1 review
6 helpful votes
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March 25th, 2016

I paid for the "expedited" service and was shocked that it took three writers and over 4 weeks for TopResume to "re-write" my resume. Their writers were clueless and could not even properly put together a summary of what I did that looked good. They basically re-formatted my resume and used the verbiage that I had previously give or take a few words. This is the 3rd resume service I've used over the past 15 years and the only one I've been displeased with. I recommend using anyone else. Don't go for their sale!

Date of experience: March 25, 2016

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Chris W. – TopResume Rep

Hi Avi, Thank you for making us aware of the situation. If you could please provide your email address and order number, we will more easily be able to connect you with a customer service rep and get you taken care of! Thank you in advance.

Thumbnail of user mikem433
China
1 review
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December 3rd, 2016

Paulina with TopResume did a great job improving my resume. She was also patient with my suggestions and questions and helped me in a timely manner. I highly recommend TopResume if you need your resume tweaked or totally made over.

Date of experience: November 29, 2016

Thumbnail of user aliciag24
Georgia
1 review
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February 10th, 2017

Because I was very unsure of what I even wanted in a resume, it was hard for me to give input or even answer the general questions in the beginning. Fortunately, my writer was very good and did way better than I ever expected. As I am someone who works with numbers, not words, it was just the service I needed. I wouldn't have minded if the price was a bit cheaper, but considering the market, it was one of the cheaper services. Once again, I am extremely grateful and humbled by my writer. She did an excellent job!

Date of experience: February 8, 2017

Thumbnail of user rickyh18
Tennessee
1 review
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June 16th, 2016

I just wanted to say that I had a great experience with TopResume. The gentleman that created my new resume was very professional and fast. I had 3 updates and corrections and they were done within 24 hours.

Highly recommended

Date of experience: June 16, 2016

Thumbnail of user terryw240
North Carolina
1 review
2 helpful votes
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June 5th, 2019

Top Resume will bug you with solicitations, promise you the best resume ever. Then once the find out your just a simple person that's been in the workforce for over 2 decades with no higher education, there not able to give the best resume. They basically asked me to outline a draft of my required resume before they could assist me. I had already sent a copy of one I had been using prior to requesting their services. I wish I would have never asked to use their services. Now they're telling me because they've already sent a draft before the date of June 7th, which my expected date of delivery for the draft. That I can't expect a refund. The draft sucks. There's false statements and allusion of things I didn't do. Despite the variety of gathered skills all within a customer service aspect; the resume writer was only able to direct me to a call center position which is not future goals or intentions. I could have stuck with what I had.

Date of experience: June 5, 2019

Thumbnail of user robertt129
Massachusetts
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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July 20th, 2016

Top Resume did a great job re-working my existing resume by adding content and formatting that best demonstrated my experience in an eye catching manner. They were flexible with edits and the turnaround time was fast. Overall a great experience.

Date of experience: July 18, 2016

Thumbnail of user lauriel67
California
1 review
1 helpful vote
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April 15th, 2018

Excellent resume writer. Gave me a little elbow room to give my feedback. Patient with the process and made me sound like a superstar. Crossing my fingers for an amazing job headed my way thanks to Joanna's resume writing skills.

Date of experience: April 13, 2018

Thumbnail of user michaelb526
Texas
1 review
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May 25th, 2017

Quick turnaround, good work. I got their executive package and they pretty much redid everything for me, my linkedin, cover letter, resume, and a post interview thank you email. They got it all done in about a week and the guy I spoke to was professional.

Date of experience: May 23, 2017

Thumbnail of user lydiap105
Louisiana
1 review
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August 3rd, 2021
Verified purchase

My original resume was pretty good, but TopResume took it to the next level. Their version sounded much more professional and business-like. The price was great, relative to others. If your on the job hunt, hiring TopResume is a good investment, especially if you're not confident about your resume.

Date of experience: August 3, 2021

Thumbnail of user johnm1086
Delaware
1 review
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June 27th, 2017

While this was not revolutionary, the time saved along with the best practices used provided me with an updated resume in the least amount of time. The resulting documents are easy to use and revise for the specific opportunity of interest. Using the basic approach also guides my approach.

Date of experience: June 27, 2017

Thumbnail of user oluwatosino1
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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September 26th, 2016

TopResume really transformed my draft resume and gave me an enhanced resume and cover letter that was worth every penny paid. They were willing to work on my draft documents even over the weekend! I recommend TopResume to anyone looking for professional input to their resume content and style.

Date of experience: September 23, 2016

Thumbnail of user katarinah1
New York
1 review
1 helpful vote
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March 18th, 2016

I was very pleased with the process and the end result. Chelsea listened to every detail, effectively highlighted the most important or significant details of my resume and as a result has been the key in me obtaining a job.

Date of experience: March 18, 2016

Thumbnail of user sharvond
Georgia
1 review
1 helpful vote
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March 16th, 2016

My new resume has given me a competitive edge now. I have received numerous call backs in my search for new employment. The resume writer that was assigned to me did an awesome job. I recommend TopResume to anyone seeking a polished and professional resume at a comfortable price.

Date of experience: March 16, 2016

Thumbnail of user dougt29
Texas
1 review
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November 10th, 2016

They offer a guarantee that you will get interviews or they will re-write your resume. I had not received any interviews, contacted TopResume, and they assigned me a different writer to redo my resume. I again got what I think is a top notch resume and am sending it out now with great hope. I would work with them again anytime.

Date of experience: November 7, 2016

Thumbnail of user maxwella6
Sweden
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April 10th, 2016

Before I had the feeling that Top Resume would not produce a good resume due to the reviews I read from other forums. However, I have come to realise that all those reviews are a fake. My resume which was distorted now has a new look with a professional touch. Companies are beginning to reach me for interviews which is unbelievable.

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Date of experience: April 10, 2016

Thumbnail of user dylans36
California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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September 24th, 2015

Top Resume helped put my mind at ease. Catherine was SO helpful and helped create a brilliant resume. She was able to capture exactly what I wanted to convey to companies that I will be applying to. I cannot say enough good things about this company! I highly recommend top resume to anyone that is searching for a job! Excellent service!

Date of experience: September 24, 2015

Thumbnail of user kerrym62
Missouri
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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February 18th, 2017

Wow! This was fast, accurate and had an incredible turn around time. In 9 days, Nick transformed my resume in to an eye-catching, concise, snapshot of my last 15 years of experience. He was very friendly and took all my editing suggestions in to consideration. Well worth the money and saved me a ton of time trying to create my own.

Date of experience: February 15, 2017

Thumbnail of user patrickb752
Washington
2 reviews
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December 2nd, 2020
Verified purchase

I had a good resume rewrite experience with my writer Paul where over a couple of week period he provided a draft based on questions I had answered along with additional correspondence. He we open to feedback and questions I had after reviewing the first drafts of my resume and it's now a resume I'm proud to start using as I'm looking for my next career challenge. Overall it has been a good experience and I look forward to it paying dividends in a new career.

Date of experience: December 2, 2020

Thumbnail of user katm40
California
1 review
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May 12th, 2017

Although it hasn't yet been long enough to let you know if I have gotten any interviews, my experience with TopResume has been outstanding. I was able to work with my writer on a day to day basis and received a resume and cover letter that look and read stunningly! I'm proud to share them with every company I apply to.

Date of experience: May 10, 2017

Thumbnail of user jocelynm18
New Jersey
1 review
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May 19th, 2017

I would highly recommend this company to anyone who needs help with a resume. I was in the midst of changing careers and my resume was not sticking out to any recruiters. They asked extremely detailed questions to make sure that they were making the resume how I wanted it and I really appreciated that they actually cared about my opinion.

Date of experience: May 17, 2017

Thumbnail of user merrys28
New York
1 review
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March 5th, 2022
Verified purchase

I was hopeful, somewhat disappointing. Explaining to the person assisting me, they did not really understand my circumstances & needs.
My resume & cover letter do not work for someone who has worked for over 20+ yrs., the writer just did not understand that.
Perhaps they get paid per resume & cover letter, so be it, lesson learned on my part.

Date of experience: February 3, 2022

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TopResume is the largest resume-writing service in the world, and writes and analyzes more resumes and LinkedIn profiles than any other service.

TopResume pairs a deep knowledge of hiring techniques with a compassionate network of professional writers to craft hundreds of thousands of resumes every year. Rooted in the science of resume-writing, TopResume aims to empower individuals to advance in their careers using proven methods of job-targeting and storytelling.

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