Maria E. Hebda, CCMC, CPRW
 I am a nationally published Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW), Certified Career Management Coach (CCMC), and job search strategist specializing in career marketing and management.
At Career Solutions, we work one-on-one with our clients and take the time to learn about their career needs, what their goals are, and take a personal interest in their career success. My writing talents and ability to uniquely design resumes and cover letters have proven my expertise in resume and cover letter development. (Professional affiliate and client testimonials.)
As a result, my work is featured in numerous career publications and I was personally recruited by David Opton, Founder and CEO of ExecuNet, due to my strength and ability to write and effectively market professionals to their fullest potential. ExecuNet is a premier executive job, career, and networking organization.
As an authorized DISC Administrator and active member of ProfilingPro, I am qualified to provide my clients with behavioral analysis assessment materials to help them learn what unique values their behavioral style brings to the workplace and how they can utilize this information to communicate to appropriate hiring authorities.
In addition, I am a member in good standing with several career organizations, adhere to the code of ethics of each organization, and attend annual career-related conferences to continue my personal professional development.
Certifications / Credentials / Professional Affiliation Memberships
 Certified Career Management Coach (CCMC)- Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW)
- Career Coach Academy
- Professional Association of Resume Writers & Career Coaches
- National Resume Writers' Association
- Career Directors International
- Charter ExecuNet Resume Expert Team Member
- International Coach Federation
- ProfilingPro
What does it mean to be a CPRW?
The CPRW certification is awarded by the Professional Association of Resume Writers & Career Coaches (PARW/CC). Resume writers must pass a timed examination comprising of four modules. The examination tests the writer's industry knowledge and understanding of the resume writing field, command for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and proofreading skills.
To test resume and cover letter writing ability, the resume writer is required to create each document based upon background information provided by the PARW/CC. The resume and cover letter is developed for a hypothetical client. Certification examinations are evaluated by three CPRWs who are members of the PARW/CC Certification Committee Board.
A CPRW must be a member in good standing with the PARW/CC and must also continue professional development to maintain writing skills and knowledge of the careers industry. The CPRW credential was established in 1991 and is recognized as the standard of the industry.
What does mean to be a CCMC?
The CCMC is awarded by the Career Coach Academy. Career coaches completing the CCMC program undergo a rigorous and distinctive 3-month training program that includes practical application of coaching principles.
Coaches must pass a written examination and live coaching evaluation conducted by a professional certified coach. CCMC learn core coaching competencies aligned with the International Coach Federation guidelines that help clients to find focus, unravel road blocks, and achieve change.
Coaches are trained across the career continuum, incorporating principles of career development theory. To maintain the CCMC credential, coaches must earn 10 continuing education units devoted specifically to techniques and innovations in career coaching and accepted by the Career Coach Academy.
“I have worked professionally in the career management area for over 25 years and my work is published around the globe. In this time, I have reviewed many resumes and cover letters, both for my review and for inclusion in my best selling resume and letter books. Maria Hebda and I are professional colleagues and I have included some of her resume and letter writing work in these books. Why? She has a knack for creating clear, concise and convincing word packages; she's a great ally in a job hunt.”
Martin Yate
Best Selling Author - Resumes that Knock 'em Dead and Cover Letters that Knock 'em Dead
“You can get free reviews almost anywhere on the Internet, the value added is that the writers who do the reviews for our members are those who have "vetted" and who we know work to the highest ethical and professional work standards. At ExecuNet, we were fortunate enough to be able to work with Maria as part of our resume review team for more than nine years which in this day and age of shorter and shorter business relationships all by itself says something about her professionalism. It isn’t just that she is an excellent and accomplished resume writer; that goes without saying. The standard of performance that she sets for herself in what she does consistently translates to satisfied clients.”
David Opton, Founder & CEO
ExecuNet
"There are thousands of resume writers in the US, but there are only a very few with the quality of writing skills that Maria Hebda consistently displays. Every time I write a resume or cover letter book that includes contributions from other writers, I anxiously await for Maria's contributions, knowing that they will be some of the best that I will receive. Her grasp of language is extraordinary and her ability to translate an individual's career history into a powerful marketing document are exceptional. She has reached the top of her profession and will be there for years to come."
Wendy S. Enelow, CCM, MRW, JCTC, CPRW
Former Executive Director - Career Management Alliance
Author - Expert Resume Series and $100,000+ Resume Series
"I have to tell you Maria, everybody that has read my resume have been very impressed. I had owners and CEOs at a couple different companies read the resume that you wrote for me and I'm very happy about my decision to have you help me with my resume. What you provided me was worth far more than I could have ever paid you. Thank you so much for your help! I want you to know that you can definitely count on me as a return client. Thanks again and I look forward to working with you more in the future." — Bob C. - Entrepreneurial Business Executive, IN
"I sent my resume out to recruiters, I never posted it on any job search board. I got called back from every recruiter to the point where I was turning many down. Everyone that I was interviewed by was very impressed with my resume. You did an excellent job in focusing on what they were looking for. Needless to say, the company I selected is where the lowest paid sales person made $105,000 last year! This is an incredible opportunity for me and I have you to thank!" — Chad G. - Sales Professional, MI
"Just wanted you to know that the company I interviewed for made me an offer yesterday which I accepted! Thank you, thank you, thank you for all of your help." — Denise C. - IT Training Manager, MI
"Maria, thanks for all of your hard work. You were very easy to work with and I'm very pleased with the resume!"
— Michael M., Business Operations Manager, IL
"I really appreciate your outstanding efforts in pulling my resume together. The results are wonderful! I have gotten several personal responses from some of the recruiters all of them indicating I have a strong resume. I want to again thank you because the results are what above expectations." — Alfred B. - Technology Management Executive, NJ
"I would like to acknowledge the professional manner on how Maria handled my project. I will certainly recommend my friends and colleagues." — Cliff W. - Engineering Management Executive, CA
"You did a great job and I have been singing your praises to numerous people." — Erik M. - Global Finance Management Executive, NY
Resume & Cover Letter National Publications
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America's Top Jobs |
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Expert Resumes for Manufacturing Careers |
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Resumes that Knock 'em Dead |
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Professional Resumes for Tax and Accounting Occupations |
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Professional Resumes for Accounting, Tax, Finance & Law |
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National Business Employment Weekly (Wall Street Journal) |
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The Quick Resume and Cover Letter Book |
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Cover Letters That Knock 'em Dead |
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Cover Letter Magic |
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Gallery of Best Cover Letters |
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