RESUME PLACE SENIOR EXECUTIVE SERVICE CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES:

1. Received from a GS-15, applying for his first SES Job Opportunity:

   "I was very, very impressed with the ECQ's. I told my partner that I didn't know I was so good!! The PTQ's were good, too, but I think if I had more time I could have drawn more from my experiences to highlight and expand. Thanks, again. I am very impressed . . . "

2. Received from a State Government level senior executive, applying as an "outside candidate" for an SES position in Washington, DC:

   "Every time I start to worry about all money this process is going to cost me, you come up with something impressive for me to read. I struggle associating your descriptions with what I see in myself, a clear indication that your efforts are worth every dollar"Keep it up!"

3. Received from a GS-15 applying for her first SES opportunity, who came to The Resume-Place for help after being turned down on her application for in-house SES development program:

   "Although I wasn't selected for the position, I received some really good feedback on my package. The head of my organization told me it was very impressive and well-received and showcased my current position as a (solid executive candidate). He also told me that even though I had only been in the job a short period, the package presented well and the review board was very impressed. I was ranked high enough to be referred as a "best qualified". I was also told there are other opportunities coming up and I would be very competitive for them. I realized I was in the (GS-15) position only a year but I felt I owed it to myself to give it a shot. Thanks for helping me to make it a good shot.

   These (above opportunities) may give me the opportunity to work with you again. I will keep you posted. Again, thank you!"

4. Two separate comments received from a senior private industry executive (a former GS-14) who was applying for his first direct appointment to the Federal Senior Executive Service (SES) as an external candidate:
   1. "Sorry that I didn't have time to call you back today, things have been extremely hectic and I fly to Washington D.C. early tomorrow for the rest of the week. Both of the ECQ's and the Tech Quals look(ed) great. I made a few minor changes/additions. I am in the process of applying for an SES job, so I will let you know how it goes. Thanks again for everything."

   2. "I printed everything out last night and will mail this morning by overnight mail. Thanks again it looked great. I will stay in touch and let you know if anything happens . . ."

5. Received from a client who is outside Federal service, and who needed help revising his Federal Resume and writing ECQs for Senior Executive Service Applications:

   "I just finished my review of the ECQs you sent me.

   You are right - they really looked good. I guess it shows what a professional (writer) can do...! Thanks for a job well done!"

6. Received from an experienced writer who is seeking a first opportunity to work for the Federal Government:

   " . . . as for the KSA's and the new resume, they are not only satisfactory but OUTSTANDING! As regards the KSA's, I think I'll have a MUCH better idea of how to write them next time. I see exactly what you mean when you talk about incorporating the (advertised) duties with your personal and professional experience and the requirements of the job."

7. Received from a State Government executive who was just found to be "highly qualified" for a prestigious Federal Executive Training program, as a result of a Resume-Place package (same client as in #2, above):

   "Yesterday I got a FedEx letter notifying me that I had passed the qualifications review and had been rated 'highly qualified,' and would be scheduled for Phase II in order to determine the 'best qualified' group. So it looks like your efforts resulted in the outcome I was looking for. Thanks again for your help!"

8. Received from a GS-15, applying for his first SES Job Opportunity (SES package was still in progress at the time!):

   "Thanks"
   I really appreciate the effort and service you provided me. At this point, I'm more excited about having an SES package than anything else. I know I may never be one but I feel very good with what you have done and that is a huge accomplishment.

9. Received from a private industry client, applying for his first Job Opportunity with the federal service, a GS-13 position:

   "I received your final editions to my two applications and I am extremely pleased with your product. I sent both applications out yesterday morning. As I mentioned before, your work is truly outstanding and I will highly recommend your services to my colleagues and well as anyone else interested in professional resume writing."

10. Received from a client who is applying for several GS-15 positions, in hopes of getting back to the Washington DC area, and reuniting with his family.

    "The KSAs met your very high persuasive writing standard. Excellent work! I may ask you to help me some more after I receive some feedback on these applications. Of course, I hope to be coming back to you in 3-5 years for assistance with my ECQ's for my SES application. I'm hopeful! Thanks very much for all of your assistance."

11. Received from a client who purchased the full SES service, and has applied for several positions across the Western US.

    "I made the best qualified list for the position of Program Director, Acquisition Division (AMQ-1) at the FAA Aeronautical Center, here in Oklahoma City. Who knows what will happen???? And, there are several others (4) that are still out there - working!"

12. Received from a client who has used his Resume-Place package to apply for several positions in Washington DC.

    "Good Afternoon, I have had two interviews for SES. The selecting officials made other selections. Therefore, I am just waiting for the correct position and the call. Hope it is sooner rather than later. However, all is well."