About Louise Kursmark, principal
One
of the leading resume-writing experts in the United States, Louise is an
authority on a wide range of career and employment issues. She has written
18 books about resume writing, interviewing, and executive search strategies
and has been featured and quoted in countless online, print, and broadcast
publications. Her passion is helping people and organizations “tell
their story” in a way that is compelling, memorable, and relevant.
In addition to working directly with all Best Impression clients, Louise shares her expertise with the premiere executive careers services (ExecuNet, Kennedy Information, Bluesteps, Netshare) via articles, webinars, and seminar presentations. An avid traveler, she is available as a speaker and workshop presenter for meetings around the country and around the world.
Louise is a founding board member of the Career Masters Institute, was the first person worldwide to earn the prestigious “Master Resume Writer” credential, and is a 6-time "Best Resume" award winner. Before launching her career services firm in 1982, Louise earned a business degree from Bay Path College, studied English at Northeastern University, and spent her early career in public relations.
Credentials/Qualifications
- Master Resume Writer (MRW)
- Credentialed Career Master (CCM)
- Certified Employment Interview Professional (CEIP)
- Certified Job & Career Transition Coach (JCTC)
- Board Member, Career Masters Institute
- Member, Career Directors International
Awards & Honors
- Six "Best Resume" and TORI (Toast of the Resume Industry) awards
- Featured speaker and workshop presenter at numerous professional conferences (CMI, CDI, PARW, Monster.com, Kennedy Recruiting) and association events (ISM, FENG, Miami University Alumni Association)
Books (Authored or Co-authored)
- MCGRAW-HILL
- How to Choose the Right Person for the Right Job Every Time (2005)
- How to Choose the Right Person for the Right Job Every Time (2005)
- JIST PUBLISHING
- Executive's Pocket Guide to ROI Resumes and Job Search (2006)
- Cover Letter Magic (2000, 2004, 2006)
- Sales & Marketing Resumes for $100,000 Careers (1999, 2004)
- Expert Resumes for Baby Boomers (2007)
- Expert Resumes for Managers and Executives (2003, 2006)
- Expert Resumes For Teachers and Educators (2002, 2005)
- Expert Resumes for People Returning to Work (2003)
- Expert Resumes for People Changing Careers (2004)
- Expert Resumes for Military-to-Civilian Career Transitions (2005)
- Expert Resumes For Manufacturing Careers (2002)
- Expert Resumes for Health Care Careers (2004)
- Expert Resumes for Computer and Web Jobs (2001, 2005)
- Best Resumes for College Students and New Graduates (2002, 2005)
- America's Top Resumes For America's Top Jobs (2002)
- 15-Minute Cover Letter (2005)
- Sales Careers: The Ultimate Guide to Getting a High-Paying Sales
Job (2003)
- IMPACT PUBLICATIONS
- Executive Job Search for $100,000 to $1 Million+ Jobs (2006)
All of Louise’s books are available at traditional and online booksellers; or purchase directly.
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