Hello, I am preparing to make a career shift from academia to data analytics. What is the best practice for getting resume advice? I'd like feedback from data analysts or similar roles.

Are resume writing services like Zip Job or LinkedIn Profinder worth using?

For context. I have gone through several revisions of my current resume. I believe it is elegant and tells a clear story, but I'm just not sure. And I really want feedback from someone who is a friend, loved one, or former colleague.

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Although I've never used resume writing services, I personally believe that your resume should be tailored to every job you apply for. Doesn't mean you have to rewrite the thing from scratch but look for the keywords in the jd and see if your resume tracks along with it. Also, ask a mentor or a professional colleague to review. Especially if they have experience hiring others. There's a lot of AI in resume writing services, so consider what you are actually paying for (not a skilled person but software that mangles words together).

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