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Gideon Dawson

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Most candidates treat the cover letter as a summary of their resume. That’s the mistake. A strong cover letter doesn’t repeat experience, it translates it. It connects your leadership, results, and decision-making to the company’s current priorities. Your resume says what you’ve done. Your cover letter explains why it matters to them. If you’re using it strategically, it becomes a positioning tool not a formality. Before you submit your next application, ask yourself: “Does this letter make it obvious why I’m the solution to their problem?” If not, revise.
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Is Your Resume Costing You Interviews? Many talented professionals don’t get interviews not because they lack skills, but because their resumes don’t communicate their value effectively. A resume isn’t just a list of jobs it’s your story, achievements, and impact presented in a way that hiring managers can’t ignore. I’ve spent over 10 years helping clients land roles at Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups. One client went from zero responses in 6 months to three interview invitations in 2 weeks after we revamped their resume to highlight measurable achievements. Your experience deserves to shine. DM me for a personalized review or next steps. Don’t let your resume hold you back transform it into your personal marketing tool.
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Is your resume ready for 2026? ATS systems have evolved. Today, "keyword stuffing" is dead semantic context is what matters. The 2026 Standard: Contextual AI: Bots now analyze how you applied a skill, not just if it's on the page. Verified Impact: Modern systems prioritize quantifiable metrics over job titles. Advanced Parsing: Clean, modern layouts are now easily read by the latest tech. Stop letting the bots filter you out. DM me "RESUME" and let’s get your application into a recruiter's hands today!
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Don't hit "Submit" without this 5-point check! 🛑 Avoid the auto-reject pile with these quick fixes: ✅ 1. Links: Are your email and LinkedIn clickable? ✅ 2. Impact: Did you use numbers (%, $) to prove results? ✅ 3. Keywords: Does your text match the job description? ✅ 4. Format: Are fonts and dates consistent? ✅ 5. File Name: Use "Name_Role.pdf"not "Resume_v3." The Result: 5 minutes of prep = 10x more interviews. Still not sure if your resume is ready for the big leagues? Let’s get you polished. DM me "REVIEW" if you want me to personally polish your resume for you!
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New Look, New Opportunities. Same candidate. Same experience. Completely different results. The difference between a rejection email and an interview request is often just presentation. I took this client from a cluttered, "wall of text" document to a streamlined, competency-focused profile ready for the modern job market. Before: Hard to read, outdated, hidden value. After: Scannable, persuasive, interview-ready. Ready for your own "After" photo? Stuck in the "Before" phase? DM me the word and let's chat about your career goals.
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Data-Driven Resumes That Stop the Scroll Check out this IT Engineer profile I recently optimized. It’s a masterclass in using data to tell a story of growth. By focusing on specific outcomes like reducing installation errors by 12% or meeting 100% of client requirements we turned a standard work history into a high-value portfolio. I am a multi-disciplinary resume writer. My Metric-Mining process works for all kinds of roles. I’ve helped artists quantify their reach and managers quantify their leadership. Why work with me? Recruiter-Verified: I know what we look for when we're hiring. Metric-Focused: I find the numbers you didn't know you had. Industry-Agnostic: If you have a career, I can write it. Let’s get you hired. Send me a DM directly here on Contra. Let’s chat about your goals and get your career moving.
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Is your resume costing you interviews? Recruiters spend an average of 6 seconds looking at a resume before deciding 'Yes' or 'No.' If yours isn't telling a clear story of impact within those 6 seconds, you’re leaving opportunities on the table. I specialize in high-conversion resumes that bridge the gap between your experience and the recruiter's needs. I’m currently taking on new clients for: ✨ Resume Overhauls ✨ LinkedIn Profile Optimization ✨ Cover Letter Strategy Check out my profile to see my work and book a session! #CareerBrand #ResumeExpert #ContraFreelance"
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Cover image for Most resumes fail ATS for one simple reason. They describe r...
Most resumes fail ATS for one simple reason. They describe responsibilities instead of outcomes. Recruiters and ATS systems scan for impact, scale, and results not task lists. Example: ❌ Managed a team of sales representatives ✅ Led a 7-person sales team, increasing quarterly revenue by 28% in 6 months If you’re applying consistently but not getting interviews, this single change can significantly improve visibility. If you want help quantifying your experience or need a quick resume review, feel free to reach out.
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I help professionals turn experience into interview-winning resumes. As a resume writer, I specialize in crafting ATS-optimized, results-driven resumes that speak the language recruiters and hiring managers actually care about. No fluff. No generic templates. Just clear impact. What I deliver: • Keyword-optimized resumes that pass ATS filters • Strong, quantified achievements (not vague duties) • Industry-aligned positioning for competitive roles • Clean, modern formatting recruiters love From early-career professionals to senior leaders, I help you present your value with confidence and get noticed faster. If you’re ready to stop applying blindly and start landing interviews, let’s build a resume that works as hard as you do.
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Cover image for Focus on Consistent Impact, Not Just Big Moves Career growth...
Focus on Consistent Impact, Not Just Big Moves Career growth usually isn’t one dramatic leap it’s the result of steady, visible contributions over time. What actually helps: • Do your current role well before chasing the next one • Take on work that improves processes or outcomes • Build skills that make your team’s work easier or better • Communicate your progress clearly, not loudly Small, repeatable wins compound into real career momentum.
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I help professionals land interviews faster with ATS-optimized, impact-driven resumes. If your resume looks “good” but isn’t getting callbacks, the problem is usually positioning not experience. What I do: • Executive & professional resumes • Career rebranding & role targeting • ATS alignment for competitive roles • LinkedIn profile optimization Industries: Tech, Corporate, Healthcare, Finance, Engineering Levels: Mid-career → Executive Let’s turn your experience into interviews.
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Dentist Resume sample ( ATS-Optimized) with a short explanation of who it's for and why it works.
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