Erin Kennedy

Professional Resume Services, Inc.

Since 2001, we have offered our clients a high-touch service with our certified, award-winning, executive resume writers. Our certified writers and editors make sure your documents are crisp, current, and error-free. 

Our team consists of award-winning, multi-certified writers, editors, career/job search/interview coaches, and administrative support. We collaborate with you on branding, resume focus, and industry trends. Your resume will meet ATS standards, as well. 

★ SUCCESSES ★

✔ Selected as one of Forbes "Top 100 Websites for Your Career".
✔ Hired and developed a team of certified executive resume writers, career coaches, proofreaders, admin support, and LinkedIn developers to meet the demands of a 500% business increase.
✔ Awarded the resume writing partnership with The Wall Street Journal (FINS Resume Service)--chosen over a dozen other companies.
✔ Industry expert and resume writing partner for over 1200 professional associations' career centers.
✔ Landed several dozen partnerships and contracts, generating increased revenue, and cultivating lasting business relationships.
✔ Consistent "Top Career Website" in Twitter groups and online forums.
✔ Develop and maintain a strong repeat/referral business with a high rate of job search success.
✔ Active blogger and contributor to multiple career websites. Conducted résumé writing workshops for corporate layoffs.
✔ We are Recruiter Approved!

CEO | Executive Resume Writer | LinkedIn Profiles |  C-Suite, Boards, EVP, SVP | Branding | 

Served as a mentor, business strategist, and trainer for resume writers and small businesses both through CDI (Career Directors International) and Professional Resume Services. 
Provided business development strategies for resume writers, career coaches, and business owners in the career industry. 

★ SUCCESSES ★

Coached business owners through the in's and out's of business and touched on what challenges to expect. Watched their businesses successfully grow and expand. Topics included:

✔ Start-Up Basics
✔ Business Planning & Long-Term Goals
✔ Certifications & Professional Development
✔ Strategy & Scaling
✔ Hiring Subcontractors & Staffing
✔ Marketing, Advertising, Media & more

Executive Resume Writer for C-suite, President, VP, SVP  | Career Strategist | LinkedIn Profiles 

Chosen out of 50+ candidates to train under the top executive resume writing firm in the industry. Gained invaluable, hands-on training in strategy, content creation, keywords, advanced formatting, client interviews, coaching, and more.

★ SUCCESSES ★

✔ Carved out specialties in a variety of areas in the executive realm including: finance/banking, healthcare, IT, educators, business development, sales/marketing, venture capital/private equity, HR, federal and military-to-civilian, and so much more. 
✔ Worked with clients all over the world learning the differences in resumes across the globe.
✔ Won the Best Executive Resume Writer Award and voted Best Resume Writer several times over. 

Extensive experience as an Executive Resume Writer, Executive LinkedIn Profile Writer, LinkedIn Profile Developer, CEO Executive Resume Writer, CIO/CTO/CISO Executive Resume Writer, CFO Executive Resume Writer, Executive Cover Letters, Executive Biographies, Director and VP Executive Resume Writer.

Executive Resume Writer | LinkedIn Profile Writer 

Forbes Coaches Council

An invitation-only organization for successful business and career coaches specializing in business services, networking, thought leadership, and mentorship.

Official Member | Executive Resume Writer | Resume Writing Expert | LinkedIn Profile Expert

North Oakland Career Center

Began resume writing career at this federally funded job search and assistance center. Case managed and facilitated the “Work First!” (formerly Welfare-to-Work) program in Northeast Oakland County. Provided clients with employability training including role-play, interviewing techniques, résumé writing, networking, application forms, job search, empowerment guidance, and career assessment. Complied with state and federal employment regulations and funding requirements. 

★ SUCCESSES ★

✔Fostered a strong resume writing referral base that led to the highest number of resume rewrites in the region. 
✔Piloted the wildly successful “Dress to Impress” clothing closet for low-income men and women. Networked with local businesses and community leaders to donate appropriate business attire.
✔ Coordinated the “Summer Youth” program that put low-income and adjudicated youth in employment for the summer while learning new job skills.

Career Coach |  Resume Writer | Executive Resume Writer | Job Search Coach

𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗺𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗜 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 that my three passions of helping people, writing, and talking would eventually be my career, I wouldn't have believed you. I was hell-bent on working in a human resources office of an automotive company (I’m from Michigan—Motor City!).  

But life had different plans for me. 

It took me a bit to get here but eventually, I did (I post a lot here about my detours!).🛣️

For the last 20 years, we’ve helped 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 land the roles they wanted in the companies they chose. 

We can do the same for you.

We offer a high-touch service and work with you one-on-one throughout the process as your thought partner and career strategist. 

My team of 𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶-𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱, 𝗧.𝗢.𝗥.𝗜. 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱-𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 create career documents for clients seeking opportunities from $150K+ to $1M+, from mid-level to c-level executives for just about every industry. 

We have 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗜𝗻 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀 on staff to help you navigate LinkedIn’s ever-changing landscape through coaching and hands-on LI exploration.

I’m proud to say I've assembled a select team of writers, editors, and LinkedIn experts that are truly the "𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁". As the top writers and consultants in the industry, they create power-packed documents and profiles that will make you say, "WOW!! Is this really me? I'd hire me!"

▶️ 𝗪𝗘 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗥:

✔ Executive Resumes & Cover Letters
✔ VP, Director, Senior Mgr, and Professional Resumes 
✔ Resumes for CEO, CFO, COO, CIO, CTO, CMO, "CXO", CSO, and C-Suite
✔ Board Resumes
✔ LinkedIn Profile Writing, Strategy, & Coaching 
✔ Brand Strategy
✔ Graphic and Networking Resumes
✔ Job Search, Interview, & Career Coaching 
✔ Executive Recruiter Resume Distribution
✔ VC/PE Resume Distribution 
✔ We are Recruiter Approved!

▶️  𝗠𝗬 𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗦

➖ Nationally Certified Online Profile Expert (NCOPE)
➖ Master Career Director (MCD)
➖ Certified Resume Analyst (CRA)
➖ Certified Master Resume Writer (CMRW)
➖ Certified Executive Resume Writer (CERW)
➖ Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW)
➖ Certified Empowerment & Motivational Coach (CEMC)
➖ Member: CTL, CDI, NRWA, Forbes Council
➖ Former Board Member, NRWA: Experienced Business Owner, East
➖ Certification Committee, Career Directors International (CDI)
➖ TORI Judge, multiple TORI nominations and wins (CDI)
➖ 20+ years in the career industry
➖ BS,Human Resources

Call now: 810-664-1933
Or schedule your appointment at: https://www.exclusive-executive-resumes.com

CEO | Executive Resume Writer | LinkedIn Profile |  C-Suite, Boards, EVP, SVP | Branding | 

Erin  Kennedy

I'll admit, at first, I was way too nervous to show up. 

Back when I first joined LinkedIn, I did nothing more than lurk.

I didn't know anyone, save for a handful of colleagues in my industry whom I had gotten to know over the years. 

So, when I finally decided to put some effort into LinkedIn, one of the first people to extend a hand of friendship was my next guest, Jeff Young.

If you haven't heard of Jeff, well, I'd be shocked. 

Jeff Young is one of those rare LinkedIn experts who doesn’t just use the platform--he understands it at a level most people never will. 

Known as “𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗜𝗻 𝗚𝘂𝗿𝘂,” Jeff has helped thousands of professionals worldwide transform how they show up, connect, and build real traction on the platform. 

He’s mastered LinkedIn’s hidden features, its evolving algorithm, and the mindset shifts job seekers and leaders need to stand out in a noisy digital world. 

In our conversation, Jeff breaks down his signature “𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗣’𝘀” 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵--  Profile, People, and Participate--which has become a trusted roadmap for anyone looking to elevate their presence. 

He shares 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀 executives can put into play immediately, from untapped profile sections to engagement habits that actually move the needle. 

If you’ve ever wondered how to 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗜𝗻 without feeling pushy or performative, Jeff is the guide you want in your corner. This episode is packed with the kind of actionable wisdom that helps leaders get seen, get remembered, and get results.

**Links to the podcast and the video in the comments.

Erin  Kennedy, MCD, CERW, CRA, CERM, CMRW, CEMC

“Describe a time when...” 
or
“Share an example of a situation where...”

We’ve all heard these types of behavioral approach questions in an interview. 

I'm sure you've been asked one, if not both, of these.

So, what should your answer be?😳

S.T.A.R. 

⭐️ Situation - Task - Action - Results

S- describe the event or Situation

T- talk about the Task, discussing the challenges

A- describe the Actions you took to overcome the problems, focusing on the skills you used without stating them specifically

R- close with the Results of your efforts

Keep your response to three minutes or less, focusing on the traits the job you are applying for demands.

Have questions about how to use the STAR formula? Shoot me a DM. We can help!

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"I’m not burnt out or desperate, but…
… something’s missing.”

You’ve built a solid career. You’re good at what you do. People like you, trust you, even rely on you — yet somehow, you’re not being regarded or rewarded for the impact you deliver.

You’re not stuck — you’re just ready to be seen differently. You crave work that feels meaningful AND moves you forward.

This is where I come in. 

Hi!
I’m Sonal — Career Acceleration Strategist & Executive Coach.

I help accomplished professionals bridge the gap between what they do and what they deserve — so they can be seen, valued, and paid like leaders.

My clients are senior leaders earning $120K–$250K, ready for that $300K–$500K leap.
They lead cross-functional teams, manage multimillion-dollar budgets, and deliver results that move the needle — yet their recognition, title, or pay hasn’t caught up.
I’ve worked with leaders across Boston, Brussels, Bahrain, Bangalore and everywhere in between.

Together, we:
▶ Reposition how they’re perceived inside and outside their company
▶ Build visibility that attracts next-level opportunities
▶ Strengthen leadership presence and influence
▶ Negotiate significant pay jumps (30%–200%)

Why this works:
Simply put, because I’ve been on both sides of the table.

▶ As a global HR leader, I’ve spent two decades hiring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams across three continents — reviewing over 250,000 resumes, interviewing 5,000+ professionals, and partnering with C-suite leaders at GE, PwC, and fast-growth scale-ups.

▶ And I’ve also been the candidate.
After earning my MBA from INSEAD — ranked among the world’s top business schools — I landed five senior roles in Europe during the global financial crisis.

Here’s what clients say:

“I landed a role at LinkedIn with a 50% salary increase — Sonal’s strategy made me realize my worth.” 
- Mohit, Product Design Leader

“Got into Novartis with a 93% salary increase — after months of stagnation … with Sonal, things finally moved.” 
- Andy, Senior Learning Solutions Leader

Here’s the truth:
You don’t need another degree to prove your worth.
You don’t need a re-written résumé or a new certification.
Those things can help — but they’re not what’s standing between you and your next opportunity.

The real shift happens when you start being seen differently — when the story the world tells about you finally matches the impact you’ve been delivering all along.

That’s what I help you do.

That “something missing” isn’t motivation — it’s recognition. 
Ready to change that? Let’s talk:
▶ SuperchargeYourself.com/gameplan

Sonal Bahl

It was September 2001. 
I was a 22 year old HR Officer at GE Capital near New Delhi, and had been there for two months. 

In the aftermath of what happened on 09/11, hundreds of people lost their jobs, including senior flight and ground crew at United Airlines. 

We conducted walk-in interviews at GE Capital because we were growing (like crazy) and needed leaders with the right service mindset. People from United fit the bill perfectly. 

But what happened was: our recruiting engine was soon overloaded with the volumes, hence we had to spread out the workload. 
Under normal circumstances, as the junior most member of the recruitment team, I would conduct the preliminary round of interviews, then pass it on to my senior manager. 
It would then be with the hiring manager or their boss (SVP), depending on the urgency. 

Here, because of unprecedented demand and growth we were facing, I got trained in interview techniques for senior managers & would pass on the selected candidates directly to the SVP. 

I hired many such people, a few of whom are still with the company till date. 

Moral of the story: When called for an interview, put your best foot forward, whether it’s with a young recruiter, or the senior most person in the firm. 

That junior HR person: well, they could change your career.

And this has never been more true than it is today.

The executive hiring market is shifting again.
Over the last 18 months, I have spoken with global recruiters in Chicago, Brussels, London, and New Delhi. Different sectors. Different mandates. Yet the same patterns keep emerging.

On 7 December, I am hosting a live and highly interactive session where I will share what I have learned. Not theories. Actual insights from the people who recruit senior executives every single day.

If you are targeting Director, VP, SVP, or C-suite roles in 2026, join us.
SuperchargeYourself[dot]com/executive

Spots are capped at 50.
It is €17. 
Less than the cost of a takeaway.

 SuperchargeYourself[dot]com/executive

Career Acceleration Strategist for Senior Leaders | Clients have landed $190K-$500K+ roles at Amazon, Novartis, LinkedIn, Meta, Stripe etc | INSEAD MBA | LinkedIn Top Voice 2024

A couple of weeks ago, I was back in India because a loved one had an important surgery.
Thankfully, all’s well now.

When we were looking for the best surgeon, we wanted someone with experience.
Someone who’s done this hundreds of times.
Someone for whom this surgery was just another Tuesday.

Let’s be honest — that’s another way of saying we wanted someone older.
Because experience takes time.

It’s interesting, isn’t it?
In medicine, we value age.
But in corporate life, we often use it to discriminate.

We talk about “fresh energy” and “new ideas,” and sure, those matter —
but so does seasoned judgment.

-Knowing what NOT to do.
-Recognizing patterns others miss.
-Keeping calm when things go sideways.

If you’re someone with decades of experience and find yourself defending it in interviews, here’s a quiet, confident way to frame it:

“I’ve handled enough complex situations to know how to get things right the first time. You won’t see guesswork from me — just sound judgment and reliable execution.”

That’s not arrogance. That’s assurance.
Because experience isn’t baggage — it’s insurance.

Your age is your edge.

An executive recruiter told me something this year that made me pause:

“At senior levels, everyone is qualified. The difference between getting shortlisted or silently eliminated has nothing to do with experience. It’s about influence.”

Here’s what she meant:

When she interviews a Director, VP or C-suite candidate, she is listening for how they speak, not just what they’ve done.

She can tell in minutes if the person is an A-player, B-player, or someone who is technically strong but not leadership-strong.

The signals she told me to look for:
 • Can you articulate decisions, not duties?
 • Do your stories show consequences, not activities?
 • Can you show how you influenced people who didn’t report to you?
 • When you speak, does it sound like you build, lead, or protect the business?

Strong candidates don’t wait for the hiring manager to ask the right questions. 
They come prepared with receipts — short case studies, polished thank-you summaries, 1-page value maps, and proactive follow-ups that demonstrate clarity, judgment, and control.

She said this line and I’ll never forget it:

“Leadership isn’t what you did. It’s how you communicate the thinking behind what you did.”

That nuance separates the candidates being courted from the candidates being politely declined.

Most senior professionals will never realise this because they go into interviews trying to “sound impressive” or “tell their story,” instead of demonstrating how their judgement creates business outcomes.

Which is why…
This Sunday I’m running a 90-minute masterclass unpacking:

-How exec recruiters really source senior talent
-The unspoken signals top candidates send in interviews
-What hiring managers say behind closed doors (and why it matters)
-How to pivot industries using adjacency and leadership framing
-How to navigate senior-level salary and equity conversations

If you are targeting Director, VP, SVP or C-suite roles in 2026, learning this will save you months of trial and error.

Seats are capped at 50.
Got webinar fatigue? Me too. That's why there are no slides :)
We will be in a zoom room, cameras on.
€17. 
7th Dec Sunday 4 pm CET
SuperchargeYourself[dot]com/executive

For the past 18 months, I’ve been speaking with some of the most in-demand executive recruiters in the business.
- People who sit in the real decision seats
- People who see the market long before candidates do

These recruiters are based all over: Chicago, Brussels, London, New Delhi.
And work globally, across different sectors.

Yet the same patterns keep emerging.

On 7 December I will be sharing what I’ve learned.
Not theories.
Not hypotheticals.
Actual insights from people who recruit senior executives every. single. day.

If you are targeting Director, VP, SVP, or C-suite roles in 2026, this will help you understand:

-How exec recruiters *really* source senior talent
-The unspoken signals top candidates send in interviews
-What hiring managers say behind closed doors (and why it matters)
-How to pivot industries using adjacency and leadership framing
-How to navigate senior-level salary and equity conversations

This is not a panel. Nor a webinar.
It is a straight talking and practical download of the patterns I’ve observed across multiple high-level recruiters and hundreds of senior job searches.

When: 7 December
Where: On Zoom. With cameras on, and highly interactive.

If you’d like to attend, you can register here: SuperchargeYourself[dot]com/executive
Spots limited to 50.
For only €17.

One thing I consistently hear from executive recruiters:

“At the senior level, we don’t hire for experience. We hire for consequences.”

Meaning:
Anyone can list responsibilities.
Anyone can talk about scope.

But only a small percentage of candidates can clearly show the business consequences of their decisions.

Revenue moved.
Costs reduced.
Risk contained.
Markets entered.
Teams transformed.
Complexity navigated.

That is what gets you shortlisted at Director, VP, or C-suite level.

But, most candidates never frame their stories this way.

On 7 December, I will break down exactly how senior recruiters evaluate “consequence-driven” candidates, and how to present yourself as one.

SuperchargeYourself[dot]com/executive

What do you do when you finally land that long-awaited job offer…
…and it’s the same salary you’re already making?

That’s exactly what happened with my client D a few weeks ago … a seasoned leader at a major global pharma company.

Within 3 months of working together, she received an offer from another top-tier pharmaceutical firm. Great role. Great people. But the salary?
Flat.
No bump.
Just… market parity.

HR had clearly used a compa-ratio system — likely the same suppliers both companies use — to ensure their offer was perfectly “fair.”
Which also meant: zero incentive to leave.

Now here’s the difference. Most candidates either:
– Accept it, hoping things improve later, or
– Walk away, feeling disappointed and undervalued.

But D had support. And here’s how we turned the situation around.

1. Used strategic positioning
We refined her messaging throughout the process so HR understood her value beyond just what was on paper.

2. Prepped for a high-stakes call (not email)
Instead of sending a cold “can we discuss comp?” note, she picked up the phone. We carefully prepped the script so she felt calm, clear, and collaborative. 

3. Anchored higher with evidence
We didn’t just “ask for more.” We backed it up with credible benchmarks, clearly explaining how her experience and impact aligned with upper-range compensation.

4. Negotiated a compelling package
The final result included:
 • A 30% increase in total Year 1 compensation
 • A 6.5x ROI on her coaching investment
 • A powerful multiplier for Year 2 and 3
 • AND a deep sense of clarity and confidence moving forward

As D put it:
“Much more than financial ROI, for me, the real value is in what I’ve learned—this changed how I approach everything from networking to interviews. I’ll use this forever.”

This wasn’t just a salary increase.
It was a mindset shift. A leadership upgrade.

A whole new chapter.
If you’re eyeing a move, or already in late-stage interviews, don’t go it alone when it matters most.
Superchargingly yours,
Sonal

PS: “Fair” shouldn’t mean “flat.” You deserve more.

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