Learning Center / Insider's Guide

A VisualCV, filled with well-written content, will help you tell your story, communicate your value, and gain a competitive edge in your job search better than any other resume out there.

– Louise Kursmark, President, Best Impression Career Services

We know that writing a powerful resume, one that represents your many skills and talents, is no easy task. That’s why we teamed with author, executive resume writer, career consultant and speaker, Louise Kursmark, to bring you The Insider’s Guide to the VisualCV.

Louise has more than 20 years of experience in the career management industry. She is the author of 19 career-related books and has earned multiple industry certifications (including the world's first "Master Resume Writer" credential) and resume-writing awards. Her advice and expertise have been sought by ExecuNet, Netshare, CareerJournal.com, Bluesteps, FENG, BusinessWeek Online, and numerous radio programs.

We asked Louise to write a downloadable eBook for VisualCV members to help them make the most of their VisualCV experience. She agreed and has written a guide with all the strategies and tips you will need to extract the power of the VisualCV for the purpose of career progression, business development, or networking.

Here is a chapter-by-chapter overview of the free guide. Or, skip straight to the book to start reading!

Section 1 - Create a High-Impact Resume

You do not have much time to get your reader’s attention, so you need include your very best content. In this chapter, Louise walks you through the steps to create an authentic, relevant and compelling resume. She will help you craft a resume that communicates your message and establishes your value.

Section 2 – Special Information for New Grads

Coming out of school, you might feel disadvantaged by not having sufficient “real-world” experience  to land the job you want. This section will give you advice, ideas and examples that will help you make the most of your academic experience and present it in a way that piques the interest of potential employers.

Section 3 – Build Your Portfolio

Now that you have drafted powerful content for your VisualCV, it’s time to bring the VisualCV to life. In this section, Louise will walk you through the creation of a virtual portfolio, with supporting evidence of your capabilities, using the VisualCV tools and features. You’ll learn what to add and why, how to add it, and how to create a smooth flow of information from the home page of your VisualCV. We’ve also prepared a complete guide to creating a great video in this section; we recommend that you review it carefully to ensure that your videos are a positive addition to your VisualCV. Jump right to the video tips

Section 4 – Steer Your Career

You don’t need a VisualCV just for job seeking; you need an up-to-date VisualCV at every stage of your career. In this section, Louise will teach you how to use the interactive features of the VisualCV as well as time-tested networking strategies to manage a job search and reach your long-term career goals.

Start reading The Insider’s Guide today!

Want more information on why you need a VisualCV? Head to the For Your Career page to find out how a VisualCV will help you.