"CDI offers the most services of ALL the associations and yet retains the friendly, fun, folksy, warm and fuzzy feeling."

  - Gayle Howard, You Need a Resume www.youneedaresume.com

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"It's been a little more than two years since I joined CDI and I must say that it has been the best thing I've ever done for my business. The educational resources, professional relationships, and subcontracting opportunities have enabled me to rapidly build my business from a small sideline practice into a thriving operation with a steady flow of business. When I hear people in other businesses complain about how slow things are, I simply can't relate.

CDI is the 'Ivy League' of resume writing organizations yet it has that small college feel. If you're serious about taking your business to the next level, join today and get certified.

  - Tom Albano, All Star Career Services

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“I have spent at least two hours reviewing the CDI website and downloading materials for use with my practice. I must admit, I've been impressed with CDI from the moment I received access to the Members section of the website! My CDI membership dues was the best investment I've made for my business to date! I'm SO GLAD I joined CDI!!”

  - Cheryl Haynes, Effective Engagement Career Solutions

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“I can't begin to express how grateful I am to be a member of CDI. It all began several years ago when as a new member I tried to get my resume certification. I didn’t realize how much I would learn from that process! Now I pass on what I have learned to my happy and satisfied clients.

Since that time I have had the honor of being involved with CDI as a committee member and as a speaker at last years' CDI conference. And by the way, the CDI conference alone is worth the price of membership ten times over! I wouldn’t have believed it if I hadn’t experienced it for myself!

The opportunities to network, to learn and grow and be involved with such an outstanding organization has been invaluable to my business, my clients and myself. Thank you CDI!”

  - Mary Elizabeth Bradford, The Career Artisan

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“CDI provides leading-edge career-related resources that consistently add value and credibility to the career professional’s toolbox. The member-driven client newsletter, best-in-class publishing opportunities, top-notch industry awards, and useful links to business-related resources are defining membership benefits that make CDI an industry leader.”

  - Barbara Safani, Career Solvers

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"As a 'one-man-band' business one rarely get an opportunity for 'gossip around the water cooler' or to share ideas, or swap stories and techniques with colleagues. CDI, to me, is a direct pipe to that worldwide water cooler! CDI is a great place to seek advice, share similar stories and daily frustrations with people who really know the score, and be on top of industry happenings through education. It's the camaraderie, the friendships, the support and knowledge that broadens horizons for solo writers like me."

  - Gayle Howard, Top Margin Resumes, Australia

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“I am truly thankful for such a wonderful association. The first day I gained membership, I dove right into the web site and uncovered a tremendous amount of information worth the price of membership. The resources and support I have already received is invaluable. I am enjoying all CDI has to offer and the friendly, personable service. It has been more than worth it!”

  – Jessica Sykes, Distinctive Resumes

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“I have been a member since inception, and have benefited immensely both professionally and personally by the certifications I have achieved, business connections I have made and the colleagues I have met from around the world that I now call friends. The benefits available through CDI are worth their weight in gold”

  – Nicole Miller, Milroy Consultants, UK

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“I have been a member since inception and have nothing but praise for the organization and its leadership. The credentialing programs are excellent and the membership is outstanding and always willing and able to help out with any questions. The conventions are great and I enjoy the many resources that span the globe.”

  – Kathy Hadley, Kathryn Hadley & Associates

“The bottom line is that this organization has been progressive and effective in helping us all build business, learn the nuances of many aspects of the careers trade, and develop excellent opportunities for partnerships and strategic alliances. What I particularly like about CDI  functions is the down-to-earth tone. We have fun, we network and without question we learn. That is why this is the only American-based organization I belong to: because I see the value in it.”

  – Audrey Field, Resume Resources, Canada

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“I’ve been in the resume writing field for nearly 12 years, and CDI has been one of the very best things to help shape my business into a much more profitable and healthier firm."

  – Grant Cooper, CareerPro of New Orleans

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“Joining CDI <PRWRA> was the first thing I did when I started doing business in the field. It was the first step in growing my business as well as cultivating relationships with other industry professionals. The resources and benefits to CDI <PRWRA> are unlimited. Without CDI <PRWRA>, my business would not be as thriving as it is. I would also have missed out on an opportunity to network with the top experts in the industry that always provide insight and knowledge on a variety of issues. All members work in a collaborative effort in support of one another. CDI <PRWRA> is by far the premier professional organization in the resume writing industry.”

  - Kristen Coria, Career Paradigms

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“My membership with CDI <PRWRA> has helped me gain prestige for my business as a professional résumé writer; win the trust from new clients; and most of all…to share valuable information with other members from around the globe. (The more the merrier!) I’m proud to be an International Member!”

- Voula Melehes, BioGr@fix, Greece

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“My membership in CDI has definitely worth the investment and then some. The vast and continually expanding resources are invaluable; the certifications confirm CDI’s commitment to maintaining a benchmark within the industry; and the support and camaraderie among all the members, (who are always willing to share their knowledge and experiences), is outstanding and always appreciated.”

  - Annemarie Cross, Advanced Employment Concepts, Australia

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“Belonging to CDI <PRWRA> has helped me grow as both a resume writer and a career professional. I enjoy belonging to a professional organization where members are very encouraging, supportive, and genuinely interested in helping each other succeed. In 2005, I attended my first association conference in Las Vegas. I went to the conference not knowing anyone beyond their names from the e-list, but I left that conference feeling very empowered, enlightened, and motivated. In addition, I made friends and came away with new contracts and sound advice for business opportunities. In just three months after the conference, I gained two industry certifications and I have seen my business move to the next level. CDI <PRWRA> is truly an organization that is committed to excellence and inspires excellence in its members. I look forward to being a part of CDI <PRWRA> for a very long time. Membership does have its privileges!”

  - Abby M. Locke, Premier Writing Solutions

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"Inspired. Motivated. Learned. That would be how I describe my experience with CDI <PRWRA> so far. It goes beyond just certifications - I see my membership as my connection to the wonderful network of career professionals all over the globe. With excellent leaders at its helm and helpful, friendly members in the group, CDI <PRWRA> is the best to be for a career professional"

  - Razlan Manjaji, EnergySkills, Singapore

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"CDI represents the leading edge discussions, research, new market perspectives and integrity that any serious career practitioner needs in today's volatile business as well as careers market. If you want leading edge advice, coaching and dynamic conversation that has a direct impact on your business bottom line you must read Hire Views and you must be an active member.”

  - John O'Connor, Career Pro Resumes & Career Coaching

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“The smartest decision I made when I launched 1st Rate Resumes in late 2000 was joining CDI <PRWRA>. Its members and officers are very supportive and quite willing to share advice on marketing, writing tips, client relationships, and business management. I avoided a lot of mistakes by reading egroup postings and newsletter articles written by newbies and 20 year veterans. The certification and TORI programs have boosted my credibility in the community and among my colleagues; and publicity campaigns, such as Update Your Resume Month have given me access to broadcast and print media as an expert in my field. Finally, CDI’s <PRWRA’s> annual convention always ranks at the top when it comes to workshop offerings, speakers, location, and booth sponsors.”

  - Susan Geary, 1st Rate Résumés

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"I received more press coverage for the TORI NOMINATION than I have received for virtually any other publicity over the course of my 11 years in business. I can only speculate what kind of media attention winning a TORI would have garnered. It's an incredible honor to even be nominated when you consider the vast ocean of talent that exists in our industry. It's a tremendous boost to one's confidence to have one's work compared so favorably to that of such talented peers."

  - Arnie Boldt, CPRW, JCTC - Arnold-Smith Associates

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“My membership in CDI <PRWRA> is the most valuable association I have. It provides me with support, learning, and friendships that I have not been able to establish in other associations. CDI <PRWRA> is unique in that it has recently changed leadership, it is small (but rapidly growing) and it now has visionary leadership.

The support I’ve gotten from my membership is unprecedented and unavailable in many of the larger organizations. I can call any other member or anyone on the leadership team and have a résumé critiqued, feedback provided, or have someone listen to my ideas without the fear that they will ‘steal’ them.

I have learned so much about professional résumé writing, interviewing, career coaching, marketing and other career topics that I am now earning more than I had hoped or thought possible. The open sharing of ideas and resources continues to amaze me. Most CDI <PRWRA> members do not see each other as a threat, but as a resource to learn from.

I have been fortunate to be a charter member of the CDI <PRWRA> and have been able to grow with the organization. When I first joined I was new to the field, so membership to me has meant learning, growing and developing friendships with other professionals in the same field. My membership has caused me to stretch and step out to do things that I would not have considered before.

I am excited about the new direction of the CDI <PRWRA>. Have you visited the website lately? This alone shows us the innovative and creative planning and foresight of the new leadership. In addition, we are being given extraordinary resources to use to grow our business. And the training and learning opportunities continue to grow.

All in all, I have discontinued my memberships in most other career associations because I have not been getting any value from them. The value I get from the CDI <PRWRA> has kept my interest, kept me growing, and kept me learning. Thank you CDI <PRWRA>!"

  - Cory Edwards, Partnering for Success

"I have joined CDI <PRWRA> for two years. I found CDI <PRWRA> an ideal place to learn and share, as it provides a friendly and fair environment to members. Members here are very professional and supportive - you can seek for help anytime and it is not unusual to receive lots of valuable responses. And I would like to take the opportunity to thank the Committee as they have worked really hard to better the club for members."

  - Edward So, CareerAsia, China

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"I have only begun reading this study (Career Industry Mega Trends), but I have gotten my annual membership fee right here. This is amazing! Thank you!!"

  - Erin Kennedy, CPRW, Professional Resume Services

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"I started reading the Mega Trends Research report and couldn't put it down! What an invaluable read it turned out to be. There is so much great information on current hot topics in the industry that I have already put into immediate use within my practice. I absolutely loved the information on the latest interviewing trends. In fact I pretty much loved all of it! I know this is going to be something that I will keep referring to as a professional resource. Well done to the Committee for their efforts."

  - Jill Kelly, CARW, Career Edge

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"Since the San Antonio conference, I find myself up and at ''em each morning with exciting new ideas of how to move JobRockit to the next level! I truly believe that the people I connected with at this conference will create a turning point in my life! It's hard to explain, but there's one thing I have learned *for certain* in this industry: we do not get to the Top ... alone."

  - Sharon Williams, M.Ed., CPRW, JobRockit.com

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"When I first joined CDI, I was a newbie to the careers community. The organization was buzzing! I knew that I wanted to get involved and become an insider and FAST! I decided to join the Research Committee, and it turned out to be the best decision I could have possibly made for my career at the time. I have joined so much both personally and professionally since joining my first committee."

  - Laura Labovich, A & E Consulting, LLC

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“I have experienced a strong sense of camaraderie and have found the know-how to and updated industry information to help my business. I derive so many great ideas from the group list, newsletters and year convention that I have implemented in my business. The programs truly have challenged me and allowed me to heighten my knowledge in the career transitioning industry.”

  – Marie Cajuste, CV Express International, Inc.

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"I've just received your special new member packet in the mail. After being involved in many professional organizations both career and otherwise, CDI <PRWRA> has by far been one of the absolute best. The vast number of resources you provide your members is worth its weight in gold, and the new member packet does an excellent job of illustrating exactly that. Thanks for collecting so many resources in one place, and providing a superior model for other organizations to follow."

  - Gene Bryson III, J.D.

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