Great question! Adam has been a recruiter since 2003 and maintains an active network of fellow recruiters and hiring managers. He’s always in touch with current industry trends and best practices—based on real, hands-on experience, not just theoretical or outdated advice. When looking for resume help, it’s important to ask, “Has this person been a recruiter? Have they actually reviewed applications, worked directly with hiring managers, and used an ATS?” These are crucial elements that set Adam apart. While anyone can create a resume, crafting one that truly stands out to hiring managers and recruiters takes a deeper understanding of what they’re really looking for. That’s where we come in!

At Karpiak Consulting, we believe in providing personalized, expert service. For every offering, we prioritize quality and attention to detail. Adam himself completes all of our core resume services, including the Comprehensive Resume Review. He brings his expertise and experience to each project personally, ensuring your resume has a competitive edge. Every Mini Resume Review is handled by a dedicated member of our team and never outsourced to non-employees. While some consulting firms hand off work to available freelancers or offshoring partners, we keep it all in-house. This hands-on approach might mean a slightly longer completion time, and yes, prices may be higher than some alternatives. But that’s the difference with Karpiak Consulting...you’re investing in Adam’s expertise and the focused attention that only comes with our service approach.

A resume review provides expert feedback on your resume, offering strategic insights and actionable guidance to help you refine and optimize it yourself. You'll receive detailed suggestions on structure, clarity, and impact, but the revisions are yours to make. This service does not include rewritten content. Instead, you'll gain the knowledge and direction to make meaningful improvements that strengthen your resume. A resume edit, on the other hand, is where Adam applies 20+ years of recruiting experience to strategically refine and enhance your resume. This includes hands-on hiring subject matter expertise, research, and goal-focused revisions to ensure your resume meets hiring manager expectations and stands out in competitive applicant pools. Every section is optimized for clarity, impact, and alignment with your career goals. Some new sections may also be created to maximize effectiveness! If you want a professionally crafted resume that clearly communicates your value and increases your chances of landing interviews, the edit service is the best fit.

The Resume Edit is for clients who already have a resume. We take your existing document and update it, reworking the formatting and making sure it highlights your experience in the most effective way for your job goals. This service is done via email and does not include a call. The Resume Creation is for clients who don’t have a resume or are starting completely from scratch. After purchase, you'll complete a short intake form and then we’ll schedule a call to gather the details needed to build your resume from the ground up. It’s a more hands-on process designed to help you craft a clear, strategic resume even if you’re not sure where to start.

Yes. Our Resume Creation service is specifically designed for jobseekers who don’t have a resume or are starting over from scratch. Whether you're entering the workforce, making a career change, or returning after a break, we’ll build a resume fully tailored to your experience, strengths, and goals. After purchase, you'll receive a short intake form to help us prepare. Once that’s completed, we’ll schedule a one-on-one call to dig into your background, clarify your goals, and gather the information needed to craft a resume that positions you effectively. This is not the same as our Resume Edit service, which assumes you’re working from an existing resume that needs reworking. The Resume Creation service is built entirely from the ground up—no existing document required.

The Mini Resume Review gives you a quick, high-level diagnosis of why your resume might not be getting results. A member of the Karpiak Consulting team will identify the top 5 issues holding your resume back...things that might be causing recruiters or hiring managers to pass you over. You’ll get a brief explanation of each issue and guidance on how to fix it. It’s ideal if you’re looking for a simple, honest snapshot of what’s wrong without diving deep into line-by-line changes. It does not include detailed grammar edits, content rewording, or industry-specific strategy. The Comprehensive Resume Review is exactly that: comprehensive. Adam will personally read through your resume line by line and provide a detailed 2–3 page (sometimes longer) critique. You’ll get: Targeted feedback on focus, content, structure, and strategy Suggestions on what to add, remove, or revise Prompts and examples to improve specific sections Guidance to align your resume with your target roles and career goals A clear path to make your resume stronger, sharper, and more compelling If you're actively job searching, changing industries, or haven’t been getting interviews from roles you're qualified for, the Comprehensive Review is the better fit. Want your LinkedIn profile and cover letter reviewed too? Choose the Review Bundle at checkout.

The Premium versions include a 30-minute Zoom coaching call with Adam. For resume reviews, the call gives you space to ask questions about your job search, interview prep, or career direction after receiving your written feedback. For resume edits, the call can happen before or after the edit—your choice. Some clients use it upfront to align on goals and talk through their experience before the edit begins. Others prefer to schedule it after to focus on job search strategy, how to tailor the resume, or what to do next. Regular services are email-only and don’t include a live session.

There isn’t a standalone LinkedIn Edit service, but LinkedIn reviews are included with both the Edit Bundle and Premium Edit Bundle, and you can upgrade to a full LinkedIn Edit as part of either option. By default, both bundles come with a LinkedIn profile review. Just submit your LinkedIn URL and the type of job(s) you’re targeting, and Adam will review your profile from a recruiter’s perspective. You’ll get a detailed 2-3 page critique, highlighting what to improve and how to stand out. Want Adam to do the writing for you? You can upgrade to a LinkedIn Edit for an additional $100 by selecting the “LinkedIn Edit” option from the dropdown menu when purchasing either the Edit Bundle or Premium Edit Bundle. With the LinkedIn Edit upgrade, Adam will rewrite your: Headline About section Key content in your Experience section You’ll receive the updated content in a document, ready to copy and paste into your profile. (Adam will not log into your LinkedIn account. Please don’t share your login info.)

There are no multiple drafts or revisions, as the finished product is our opinion of what a successful resume would look like for you. The work is based on Adam's experience and observations.

If you purchase a Comprehensive Resume Review, LinkedIn Profile Review, Cover Letter Review, Review Bundle, or one of the Premium Review services, you’re eligible for a discounted follow-up review within 90 days. It’s a great option if you’d like a second set of eyes after implementing the feedback to confirm you’re on the right track and give you peace of mind. Please note: follow-up reviews are not available for the Mini Resume Review. If interested, email us at resumes@karpiakconsulting.com and we can send you the product link for purchase.

It depends on the service. For Resume Edits, the process doesn’t involve phone calls or live meetings—unless you purchase the Premium Edit, which includes a scheduled call you can use to discuss your background, goals, or job search. Otherwise, you’re welcome to share any relevant information via email, like the roles you're targeting or context you'd like us to consider. Adam will factor in your input along with his industry expertise and current market trends to ensure your resume is aligned with your goals. If we need clarification, a Karpiak Consulting team member will reach out. For Resume Creation, yes—it’s a fully collaborative process. After purchase, we’ll send you an intake form and then schedule a one-on-one call to gather all the details needed to build your resume from scratch. That conversation helps us tailor everything to your unique background and goals. No matter the service, we’re focused on making sure your resume reflects your strengths and positions you effectively.

After purchasing, please send your resume or other relevant documents (Word or PDF preferred), along with your goals for the service (target roles, job descriptions, career direction, etc.) to resumes@karpiakconsulting.com whenever you’re ready. If your service includes a call (like Resume Creation or a Premium Edit), please also include your availability for the next two weeks so we can get you scheduled. Adam offers select evening slots as well for added flexibility. To avoid any delays, make sure everything is sent to resumes@karpiakconsulting.com. Documents sent elsewhere (including LinkedIn) may not make it into our work queue. If you need to reschedule a call, please let us know as early as possible—calls cannot be rescheduled within 24 hours of your appointment. And while we specialize in resumes, job search strategy, and career guidance, please note that we don’t cover technical IT interview prep. Questions? Reach out anytime at resumes@karpiakconsulting.com—we’re happy to help.

Unfortunately, due to our schedule, we’re unable to reschedule any calls within 24 hours of the appointment. If you need to make changes, please let us know via email as soon as possible so we can accommodate you!

Due to our workload and schedule, we’re unable to speak live with prospective clients. However, if you have questions about our services or your specific situation, feel free to reach out via the chat option (if it’s available on the site) or email us at resumes@karpiakconsulting.com. We’ll get back to you as soon as we’re able. FYI - A lot of companies use those intro calls as sales conversations, often steering people toward services they might not actually need. That’s not our approach. We prefer to provide clear, upfront information so you can make the right decision for your situation without any pressure or sales tactics. Want to know what it’s like to work with us? Read what past clients have said here. Or check out additional testimonials on Adam’s LinkedIn page

We prefer Word, but PDF is also ok as long as there is text and not graphics.

Turnaround times vary by service. For the most accurate estimate, please click on each individual service and read the full description before purchasing—current turnaround times are always listed there. Important: The estimated turnaround time (ETA) given at the time of your purchase—and confirmed in your order confirmation—is the one that applies to your order. If turnaround times change on the website after your purchase, your order still follows the timeline stated when you bought it, as long as you submit your documents within 24 hours of purchase. We base our ETAs on our current workload at the time of your purchase. These timelines assume that you’ll submit all required materials promptly. If there’s a delay in receiving your documents or intake info, your delivery date may be pushed back by up to 2 weeks and rescheduled based on our availability at that time. For Review services, please be sure your resume or materials are finalized before submitting. We are unable to accommodate revised or replacement documents after submission, as work often begins shortly after your file is received. If you’re unsure what to send or have questions, reach out to us at resumes@karpiakconsulting.com before submitting. We’re happy to help make sure everything goes smoothly.

We provide estimated turnaround times (ETAs) for our services based on our current work schedule at the time of purchase. We do our best to ensure these estimates are as accurate as possible. Please note that these ETAs assume the client submits all necessary materials and information in a timely manner upon purchase. Delays in providing required content/information may result in a later delivery date of up to 2 weeks. We cannot guarantee the original ETA if materials are not submitted promptly, as your service will be rescheduled based on current availability at the time we receive your materials.

If it is past the estimated completion time provided on your service at the time of purchase (the ETA is also indicated on your order confirmation email), your service HAS been completed and emailed back to you. If you do not see it in your inbox, please manually check *all* available folders, such as Spam, Promotions, Shopping, etc. If, for some reason, you do not see it after manually searching in your email folders, reach out to us, and we can re-send it.

That just means we completed your review/edit service, or acknowledge your gift card purchase/coaching purchase, and marked it completed in out system. Don't worry, we didn't ship anything...it was emailed. Don't see it? Be sure to check your spam!

Typically, no. Our schedule is pretty set. Occasionally we can work outside of normal business hours if a service needs to be rushed. If you would like to inquire about special timing and pricing, please contact resumes@karpiakconsulting.com

While we’re here to provide expert advice and guidance, hiring involves many factors…some beyond our control, like timing, actual jobs vs. ghost jobs, location, and even a little luck! We cannot guarantee any specific outcomes, but we're here to give you the best possible tools for your job search.

Due to the nature of our services and limited availability, all sales are final (including gift cards) and refunds are not offered, even if you secure a job or change your mind after submitting payment. This policy is in place because administrative work begins behind the scenes right away, including time spent reviewing and preparing your materials. Even if you haven’t submitted your documents yet, we limit availability and set turnaround times based on each order. When someone cancels, it leaves a gap we can’t fill. That said, if you’d like to transfer or gift your purchased service to someone else, just let us know.

Yes. At checkout, everyone must check that they read and agree to the Terms and Conditions and Refund Policy before completing the purchase. That ensures everyone is on the same page. For your convienence, here are the Terms and Conditions and Refund Policy that you must agree to in order to complete the purchase: https://www.karpiakconsulting.com/terms-and-conditions

Our career services are for jobseekers across all industries, not just accounting. Whether you're in marketing, healthcare, tech, education, or something else entirely, we tailor our guidance to your specific goals, experience, and field.

Yes, we work with jobseekers across all industries and locations. We also support clients with federal resumes. While we don’t write longform government resumes for USAJobs applications, we do help translate federal experience into resumes that are effective for private-sector roles, or update an existing federal resume for clarity, alignment, and strategy. Wherever you’re located and whatever your background, our focus is helping you position yourself effectively for your next step.

In our opinion, no—and here’s why. Hiring is hiring. The process of identifying strong candidates, evaluating experience, and making hiring decisions follows the same core logic across industries. What matters most is how well your resume communicates your value, relevance, and fit for the role—not whether the person editing it has worked in your exact field. Adam has been in hiring and recruiting since 2003. Over two decades, he’s reviewed thousands of resumes across nearly every industry—from public accounting and marketing to healthcare, tech, and operations. That breadth of experience means we understand what hiring managers are looking for, what makes a candidate stand out, and how to tailor your resume to reflect that regardless of your field. We don’t need to have done your job to help you get hired for it. What we bring to the table is an insider’s perspective on how to position your experience strategically, avoid common resume pitfalls, and make sure your strengths come through clearly.

We offer both, but they serve different audiences. Our career services are open to professionals across all industries and experience levels. Whether you're job searching, changing careers, or just need help polishing your resume or LinkedIn profile, we provide expert guidance through resume edits, job search coaching, and strategy tailored to your goals. We also offer recruiting services, but only within a very specific niche: public accounting. If you’re a CPA or accounting professional, we may be able to connect you directly with hiring firms through our recruiting work. If you’re not in public accounting, you won’t be eligible for recruiting placement...but you can still work with us through our career services to get expert support throughout your job search.

We’re building a Verified Recruiter Database to better support our career services clients. This includes internal and agency recruiters with verified LinkedIn profiles who’ve shared what industries and roles they hire for, and have agreed to be contacted by qualified candidates. Once you're working with us (through one of our paid services), we’re happy to check the database and see if we have any recruiters who align with your background and goals. While we can’t guarantee a match, we’ll always look, and if someone’s a fit, we’re happy to send you their contact info. If you’re interested in a referral, just ask...we’re happy to check if we know anyone! It’s one more way we’re helping you stop guessing and start connecting.

We do! You can pay via credit card in the US, Canada, Australia, Japan, the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, France and Spain. At the Cart page, select "Checkout." Fill out your personal info, click "Continue," "Continue" again, and then select Credit/Debit Cards to enter your info. For countries other than the US, Canada, Australia, Japan, the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, France and Spain, please use the PayPal option at checkout. NOTE- We offer PayPal as a convienence for those who have PayPal accounts, but you do not have to use PayPal or have a PayPal account. At the Cart page, choose "PayPal." At the next screen (the "Pay with PayPal" screen), under "Next" you will see "Pay with Debit or Credit Card." Chose that option...no account needed!

No! You can pay via credit card. Also, for some international payments, you need to use the PayPal option, but do NOT need a PayPal account. At the Cart page, choose "PayPal." At the next screen (the "Pay with PayPal" screen), under "Next" you will see "Pay with Debit or Credit Card." Chose that option...no account needed!

No, we don’t offer discounts. But we occasionally share limited-time promo codes with Premium subscribers of our Jobseeking is Hard newsletter. We know cost can be a real factor when you're looking for career support. That’s why we’ve intentionally kept our pricing steady, with no rate increases in years.

Karpiak Consulting does not offer in-house payment plans. However, if you have a PayPal account and are eligible, you may see a “Pay in 4” option at checkout. We also offer Affirm as a payment option to break up your payment over time. Please note: Both PayPal and Affirm manage their own approval processes, terms, and payment schedules. Any payment plans are entirely between you and the provider—we do not control or influence eligibility, terms, or have any involvement with payments once you select one of these options at checkout.

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If a service shows "Out of stock," we are currently unable to accept new orders for that service due to scheduling constraints, as Adam personally completes the service for each customer. We can only take on as much as we can finish in a timely manner. If you click on the item that is out of stock, you can sign up to be notified when the service is available again.

Add the service you want to your cart, then, when you are ready to check out- Click "PayPal." You don't need a PayPal account to pay. PayPal just processes all transactions – regardless of payment method. If you want to use your PayPal account, you may log in. Then choose your method of payment and click continue. DON'T WORRY. YOUR METHOD OF PAYMENT WILL NOT BE CHARGED (unless you are making a purchase of greater value than your gift card). You will then return to the checkout page on the Karpiak Consulting website to review and complete the checkout. This is where you will enter your gift card code. If you don’t have a PayPal account or prefer not to use it, click “Pay with Debit or Credit Card.” Enter your information and then continue. DON'T WORRY. YOUR METHOD OF PAYMENT WILL NOT BE CHARGED (unless you are making a purchase of greater value than your gift card). You will then return to the checkout on the Karpiak Consulting website to review and complete the checkout. This is where you will enter your gift card code. Now, on the "Review and Place Your Order" page, there is a box for gift cards that says, "Enter gift card code." Enter your code and click "Apply." It will apply the gift card's balance to the total. If there is a balance after applying the gift card, then you are purchasing more than the gift card amount. If you click "Place Order," your payment method will be charged for the difference. If the total is $0 after applying the gift card, your payment method will NOT be charged when you click "Place Order." If, for some reason, the balance of the gift card is not applying, contact resumes@karpiakconsulting.com before completing the purchase.

The value of gift cards never expires and can be used at any time. Gift cards are non-refundable under any circumstances, including partial usage or unused balances. Detailed instructions on how to redeem your gift card can be found in the FAQ section of our website. By purchasing a gift card, you agree to these terms and conditions. For any questions, please contact us directly at resumes@karpiakconsulting.com

If you can’t locate your gift card email, try manually checking all your email folders. Don’t rely on the search function, as it may not pick up the email. Look through your Inbox, Spam/Junk, Promotions, and Shopping folders. Still can’t find it? Reach out to us with your order details, and we’ll help you track it down!

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