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27/01/2026 2:53 pm
Guys, I've been stuck in USAJOBS black hole for months — applying to GS-12/13 roles, but zero referrals. My resume is 5 pages of duties, but apparently that's not enough. Anyone used federal resume writing services that understand keywords, KSAs, and OPM rules? Worth $400–$800? Share experiences pls!
27/01/2026 2:59 pm
@BudgetJobSeeker 100% worth competitive roles. Used Resume Your Way federal package (~$595) — writer knew format (long bullets, keywords from announcement, 10–15 years detail). Turned vague into "Led team 8, $2.5M budget, 98% compliance". Referred 3 positions in 2 months
27/01/2026 3:11 pm
FederalProse also strong — ATS + ethical keyword. Paid ~$650, included cover + KSA. Friend used TopResume federal — good, slower. Avoid cheap — miss "federal speak".
27/01/2026 3:20 pm
Recruiter tip: Federal needs 4–6+ pages, 300–500 words/job, exact dates/hours, accomplishments > duties. Resume Your Way nailed — pulled keywords from vacancy naturally. Referrals jumped.
27/01/2026 3:55 pm
Comparison table 2026 federal services:
| Service | Price Range | Consultation Call? | Writer Background | Key Strength | Verdict for C-Suite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TopStack Resume | $800–$1500 | Yes, 60–90 min | Ex-VP/Recruiters | Storytelling & branding | Top pick overall |
| ResumeSpice | $699–$1499 | Yes | Former exec recruiters | Interview prep + guarantee | Excellent value |
| Find My Profession | $795–$1195 | Yes | Certified + ex-HR | Personal brand + revisions | Very strong |
| Briefcase Coach | $750–$1100 | Yes | C-level writers | Quantifiable impact focus | Great for ops/finance |
| Generic/cheap | <$600 | Rarely | Often overseas | Templates only | Avoid at exec level |
27/01/2026 4:06 pm
@BudgetJobSeeker Engineering GS — understand technical KSAs. FederalProse did perfectly — added "Reduced downtime 35% via redesign".
27/01/2026 4:37 pm
Veteran? Many federal services veteran discounts. Resume Your Way gave 15% off — helped a lot.
27/01/2026 5:13 pm
Help with questionnaires/self-assessment? Last app rejected — narrative didn't match KSAs.
27/01/2026 7:20 pm
Avoid "10-page in 24 hours" — quality takes time for federal.
Topic starter
27/01/2026 7:49 pm
Update 1: Samples from Resume Your Way and FederalProse — both solid. Leaning Your Way for faster.
27/01/2026 7:53 pm
Optimize for USAJOBS builder? Some export compatible files. FederalProse does.
Topic starter
27/01/2026 8:01 pm
Update 2: Finally went with Resume Your Way federal package after everyone's input. Writer requested 3 target vacancy announcements, pulled every single keyword and qualifying phrase, built a 6.5-page resume that's detailed but still scannable. Bullets are now 5–7 lines each with metrics, hours, and exact alignment. Submitted 4 new apps last week — already got 2 "referred" emails this morning! From zero movement to this in under 10 days is wild. This thread literally got me unstuck — huge thanks to everyone who shared real experiences. Will update again when interviews start! 🇺🇸📄🙌
