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TopCV writes and analyzes more CVs and LinkedIn profiles than any other service through their network of experienced writers.


topcv.com
Harpenden, UK, United Kingdom
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TopCV Reviews Summary

The company has garnered mixed feedback regarding its CV writing services. Positive aspects include effective communication from some writers, professional insights, and a few customers reporting successful job placements after using the service. However, significant concerns revolve around the quality of the final products, with many customers feeling that the CVs were poorly tailored, often generated by AI, and lacking in industry-specific detail. Delays in service delivery and inadequate customer support further exacerbate these issues, leading to a perception of the company as unreliable. Overall, while some clients had satisfactory experiences, a notable number expressed disappointment, suggesting a need for improved service consistency.

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Canada
1 review
10 helpful votes
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After waiting for my resume to be rewritten I received it and had to correct the mistakes since it didn't really relate to the management work I contract out for. Total waste of money and the amount of emails back and forth to have things corrected wasn't worth the time. My grade six daughter could have written a more comprehensive resume than these idiots. Buyer beware!

Date of experience: December 16, 2015
Norway
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Helped me LOTS!
November 26, 2015

My writer Kate was very helpful and listened to my inputs, and my CV success rate has dramatically increased, with more interview calls since using CVnow.
I am 100% sure that I will get a job very soon, thanks to Kate's help :)

Date of experience: November 25, 2015
GB
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Resume didn't make any sense, appears written by someone with no experience in CV writing or my area of expertise. Due to the bad punctuation, I was informed at an interview that they had to stop reading my CV.

BTW, my name was spelled wrong, the CV contained so many grammar mistakes. On top of this I was asked to rewrite parts of my CV, only to have what I wrote ignored and the CV reformatted once more and sent back.

This makes me wonder about the so many 5* ratings, anyhow, I learned my lesson, and never again will I opt for such service.

Date of experience: November 23, 2015
Jenna M. TopCV Rep
over a year old

Hi Serge, Thank you for reaching out and making us aware of the situation. Please email us at [email protected] and a rep will ensure we get everything sorted out!

GB
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent CV preparation
November 23, 2015

My CV was critically reviewed and rewritten from a fresh perspective.

It was succinct, punchy and the content well focused to highlight my skills and experience.

I was looking to create a high profile, impactful CV and Kyla delivered this plus wrote a great summary for my Linked In Profile too.

Really impressed with the outputs.

Date of experience: November 23, 2015
Slovakia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I do have to say that, at the beginning, I was not sure if I should take this offer, but I belive it was one of the best decisions I have ever made, first the review and then, the makeover experience was quite satisfactory. Theresa was really helpful at all times, she did already an amazing job for the first draft, and we only finish some of the details that were missing. I'm quite happy with the final result and I'm exciting with all the new offers that have started to be available for me. I totally recommend this service to friends and family and to anyone interested in improving your chances looking for a good job in the market.

Date of experience: November 6, 2015
Saudi Arabia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent work
October 30, 2015

CV now are second to none, They did excellent work on my CV and it is worth the money spent, Every thing was done in time and on schedule, I really need to salute CV now and mostly Amy for doing the excellent work, keep it up guys, you are the best

Date of experience: October 30, 2015
GB
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent Service
October 5, 2015

With their support and expertise, my CV has created much more interest and within weeks I have been attending interviews.

Date of experience: October 5, 2015
GB
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Brilliant
October 1, 2015

I would have no hesitation in recommending CVNow to anyone as I found their services to be excellent, timely and responsive.
They have added 100% value to my old, dullish and long winded CV
Thank you and keep up the excellent service taht you offer.
Nadeem

Date of experience: October 1, 2015
Switzerland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent service
September 23, 2015

The 30 second review of my original CV opened me eyes how far my resume from the optimum. After that I did ordered their service and never regreted about it. It provided me excellent templates which looks much better and much better prepared for automatic filters used by potential employers

Date of experience: September 23, 2015
GB
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I came across this site while looking at my CV and thought it need changing because it wasn't attracting employers. I emailed my CV and got response from Katie giving me her honest opinion on it. I then decided to want to have my CV fully rewritten. Soozy was my writer, the communication between was great and she did a very good job aswell. I'm so proud of my new CV. Thanks alot

Date of experience: September 21, 2015
GB
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good job
September 16, 2015

I had the CV critiqued and then I made payment for work to be done on it. The first attempt was absolute disaster as the critique from the first woman was not addressed, but after the second and third amendment they got it right and I am very happy with my CV now.

Date of experience: September 16, 2015
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Service was fast and very friendly. Super professional and issues weren't a problem. Will use them again in the future for sure.

Date of experience: September 14, 2015
Germany
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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CV-now produced a brief and concise product from my lengthy and awkwardly written CV. Not only did the agent filter out my most significant attributes and formulate them in a very catching way, he also developed a format that made the perception easy, really appealing to the eye.
Besides that, there were no long waiting times, the communication with the assigned agent was polite, quick and effective.
After using my new CV on different professional portals I am receiving an increased amount of job offers.
I can fully recommend this company.
Thank you very much, CV-now, for the good support!

Date of experience: September 12, 2015
NL
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good result!
September 9, 2015

I had a very professional and productive interaction with Nicole over the course of 3-4 days. The advice given and drafts proposed have secured me two interviews and firm job offers less than a month after completing the process. I did eventually add a few more details to the completed draft and correct some "assumptions" but did not deviate too far from the proposed version. The assistance with my LinkedIn profile was of great benefit and my visibility and use of the site has increased.
All in all this was a positive experience for me and one which I am happy to share with my colleagues and friends, some of whom have already been in contact with CVNow!

Date of experience: September 9, 2015
Germany
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Had to have a lot of dialogue to correct the Americanism that were in the CV. The format was very dated and did not reflect what was briefed.
To be fair it gives you a template to work from but not the finished article.
Would recommend someone to start out with this but you will need to personalise to make it you... which is understandable.
Service to use to start you off;-)

Date of experience: September 8, 2015
GB
1 review
2 helpful votes
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3 days
August 31, 2015

I have been very skeptical of these services having had two previous 'professional' CV's written. First of all Sara reviewed my CV. She nailed the errors. Then gave me a written review showing what my old CV scored through the automated online review. That was an eye opener!
Cindy wrote my new CV and after accepting some direct feedback she got my CV right.
Finally it was passed back through the online automation. To the testament of their work it took three days for my first response. Just finished my first interview... Waiting for the next one.
Thanks to everyone.

Date of experience: August 31, 2015
GB
1 review
0 helpful votes
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CV Health Check
August 31, 2015

A very worthwhile experience having received a professional, speedy and knowledgeable service.
Not having been on the job market for over a decade I was looking in essence for a 2nd opinion and for anyone in a similar situation you should have no hesitation 'taking the plunge' as it was most beneficial.
I recommend you try CVnow.

Date of experience: August 30, 2015
France
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent work!
August 27, 2015

I thought I had an excellent CV/Application Letter. But to create the best chance for myself to be invited for interviews I asked CV now to remake my CV and letter. With no doubt: it was a perfect decision! Why:
- They make my CV more visible for recruiters. For example by updating my header;
- they updated the format very professional;
- they optimized the content to have a fit with my focus industry;
- they implemented key skills to get me to the Applicant Tracking system,
- the made my application letter very clear and professional;
One advice (my personal opinion) to CV now:
Remaking a CV/ letter is a very personal thing. The process would be more better for me when I had the opportunity to directly contact (by Phone/ not only by mail) the 'CV Writer'. In this way you can prevent communicational errors and further improve the quality of the 'end-document'.

Kind Regards,
Ronald

Date of experience: August 27, 2015
Ireland
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Soooo Fab
August 27, 2015

I used CV now to re write my CV.
After making job applications which were declined, CV now reviewed my cv free of charge.
They wrote to me outlining the points that needed attention and I left it to the professionals. I was delighted to hear they have writers and do not use templates therefore the cv is very personal to each individual.
Now I have a very professional CV that is polished looking and I am very happy I chose CV now to do this they provided an excellent service at a reasonable price.
Thanks again CV Now

Date of experience: August 26, 2015
France
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I used CVnow service because I needed some professional help to improve my CV. The quality of the final product is very impressive (well beyond my expectation) and the exchange with their people was also a nice experience.
I definately recommend them. It is a small investment and the upside is of high value.

Date of experience: August 26, 2015