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Sharla Taylor, Career Coach, Executive Resume Writer, LinkedIn Profile Writer & Networking Expert

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​​Sharla Taylor is the founder of Written by a Pro. She has been helping executives and mid-career professionals land great jobs with better compensation for 20+ years.

As a multi-certified career coach, resume writer, LinkedIn profile writer, branding specialist, and career networking expert, Sharla Taylor creates distinctive documents and shares search strategies and action plans to give her clients a competitive advantage in today's job market.

Taylor writes career correspondence that gains the attention of recruiters and hiring managers. She has developed thousands of resumes for business leaders, executives, career changers, people re-entering the workforce, and recent college graduates.

Her philosophy is simple, "Resumes that focus entirely on job duties are boring. Resumes that capture the person—not just the job chronology—get results!"
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Her blog Mission Possible: Land a Great Job Fast!  offers actionable steps to accelerate your job search, increase your interviews, and turn your interviews into lucrative job offers.

Credentials & Areas of Expertise:
  • Certified Professional Career Coach (CPCC)
  • Certified Hidden Job Market Coach (CHJMC)
  • Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW)
  • Certified Career Enlightenment LinkedIn Writer (CCELW)
  • Phello Certified Networking Expert (PCNE)
  • Personal Branding Specialist (PBS)
  • Published Author and Workshop Facilitator

Professional Memberships:
  • Member, Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches 
  • Lifetime Member, Career Thought Leaders
  • Former Member, Career Management Alliance and Career Masters Institute
  • Former Member, National League of American Pen Women

Publications Sharla has contributed to include:
  • Career Planning & Adult Development Journal, Volume 31, Number 1
  • December 2014 article on Monster.com Healthcare: "Knock It Out of the Park: How to Win the Nursing Resume Game." 
  • Expert Resumes for Health Care Careers, published by JIST Works
  • ChristianJobs.com, AllNurses.com, and Today's Nurse
  • Bestselling short story anthologies such as Chicken Soup for the Soul,
    Hugs for the Heart
    , and God Allows U-Turns.
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Before founding her resume writing business in 1993, Taylor worked as an executive resume writer for an industrial psychologist's office in their outplacement services department and as an administrative assistant for a software development company.

Because Taylor's resumes were easy-to-read and gained interviews for her clients, satisfied customers began to spread the word about the professional-quality services provided by her company. 

​Word-of-mouth advertising is still our best resource for generating new sales. Client referrals comprise about 87% of the Written by a Pro customer base today, but don't take our word for it, here's what a few satisfied customers have to say about our services:

"Sharla, You hit it out of the park! I will recommend your services to everyone."
- Dina C., Senior Counsel, Business & Legal Affairs in California


"The resume is superb. Thanks." - Gavin L., VP Product Development in France

"I would like to take a minute to say thank you and great work. I'm already
seeing a big difference in the level of positions I'm discussing with
recruiters. Amazing how much of a difference a new LinkedIn profile makes. 
I think the new photo is helping, too." - Scott J., Mechanical Engineer in Texas

"Sharla, I love the clean lines and contemporary look of my new resume ... and the way you described me as an intrapreneur [one who brings an entrepreneurial spirit into the workplace] is perfect. Thanks. You've boosted my confidence for my transition from a small business owner into the corporate arena. Within a week of sending out my new resume, my phone started ringing. I've got two interviews next week."  
- Julie C., Operations Manager in Oregon

"In a word, exquisite!" - Matteo D., CFO in Italy

"After being laid off for the second time, I was dreading answering questions about my past work experiences, but you put a positive spin on things and it [the resume development process] was kinda fun. BTW, the cover letters are awesome." 
- Brad V., Business Analyst in New York

"I was extremely impressed and satisfied with the caliber of writing produced by Written by a Pro. The format and the presentation of the resumes and cover letters prepared for me were top notch." - Kathy P., HIM Manager in Tennessee

"Sharla has a real talent for identifying and capturing an individual's strengths on paper We are very pleased with the clear, concise content and professional look of the resumes she created to profile the officers of our IT company. We've included the resumes in our corporate marketing packet with tremendous success."
- David R., Managing Director, Technology Company in Texas

"The friendly, personal attention I received and your familiarity with the nursing profession sets you apart from your competition. Talk about instant success, I was offered the first job I applied for with my new resume. Thank you!" 
- Alexis W., Nursing Administrator in Florida

"Looking at my new resume and LinkedIn profile makes me excited about my job search and the career opportunities awaiting me."
- Eric S., Recent College Graduate in Georgia

"Your keen insight and exceptional interview skills pulled transferable skills from within me that I didn't even realize were my greatest strengths. Thanks for helping to make my career change so easy. The focus and depth you brought to my resume is remarkable. I'm your number one fan, and the trend is contagious. Everyone in my new office wants a resume makeover!" - Marsha M., Sales Professional in Texas

"When people comment on the excellent format and content of my resume, I smile and tell them it was the best investment I ever made. I hope you don't mind, I've given your name to several of my friends. After seeing my resume and cover letters, they want to retain your services." - Michael R., Financial Manager in Arkansas

At the executive level, the search is very selective, the stakes are high, and the competition is stiff. Sharla Taylor is skilled in developing executive and c-level resumes and career correspondence.

A Personal Note from Sharla Taylor for people who are struggling with job loss.

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Since 1993, Sharla Taylor has served clients in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia who want to land a job with a company based in the USA. She specializes in writing for executives and mid-career professionals who work in diverse industries, including:
  • Accounting
  • Advertising
  • Aerospace / Aviation
  • Banking / Financial Services
  • Business Administration
    CEOs, COOs, CFOs, and CMOs
  • Corporate Communications
  • Distribution, Logistics & Supply Chain
  • E-Commerce
  • Economic Development
  • Energy and Utilities
  • Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Structural, Chemical, Environmental, and Civil)
  • Entertainment
  • Finance (Risk Management)
  • General Management
  • Global Supply Chain Management
  • Graphic Design
  • Health Care (Healthcare Executives, Healthcare Administrators, Physicians, Family Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Physician's Assistants, Physician Practice Managers, Pharmacists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech Therapists, Biomedical Engineers, Medical Device Sales Representatives, Pharmaceutical Researchers, 
    Pharmaceutical Sales Reps, people 
    with degrees in Healthcare Administration, Health and Human Services, Healthcare Information Technology (HCIT Systems), Medical Billing and Coding, and Physician Practice Management).
  • Higher Education
    Deans, Professors, Administrators
  • Hospitality and Tourism
  • Human Resources
    HCM Executives, HR Business Partners, HR Directors, Benefits Administrators, Training and Development Specialists, Recruiters, Talent Acquisition Specialists, Diversity and Inclusion Managers
  • Industry & Government Affairs
  • Information Technology (IT)
    CTOs, CIOs, DevOps Directors, Product Development Managers, Software Engineers, Software Developers, UI/UX Developers, Network Administrators, Data Engineers, and Tech Support Specialists
  • Insurance
  • International Business
  • ​Labor Relations
  • Law | Legal Services
  • Manufacturing & Project Engineering
  • Marketing
  • Ministry and Counseling
  • Non-Profit Organizations
  • Office Management
  • Organizational Development
  • Operations Management
  • Pharmaceutical R&D and Sales
  • Public Relations
  • Publishing
  • Real Estate / Property Mgmt. 
  • Sales & Business Development
  • Science and Biotech
  • Telecommunications
  • And many other industries.
Click here to see a resume design samples.
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Sharla Taylor approaches her business from a Christian perspective, offering encouragement to job seekers and people in career transition. Two of her favorite Scripture passages are Jeremiah 29:11 and Zephaniah 3:17.

Sharla Taylor conducts workshops on resume and cover letter writing techniques, job search strategies, and professionalism in the workplace. 

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  • Home
  • About
    • Overview
    • Sharla Taylor, Executive Career Coach, Resume Writer, and Networking Strategist
    • Sharla Taylor, Author/Editor
    • Personal Note from Sharla
    • Marylane Wade Koch, Writer/Editor
    • Meredith Koch
    • Contact Us
    • FAQ
  • Resources
  • Freebies
  • Career Coaching
  • Resumes/CVs & LinkedIn
    • C-Level Execs
    • Executive Resume
    • Professional-Level Resume Packages
    • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
    • Entry-Level Resume (Less Than 2 Years of Experience)
    • DIY Review Services
  • Blog