Resume writing & job search strategy · New Haven, CT

Resume writing & job search strategy · New Haven, CT

Get the best job of your life.

Resumes, cover letters, contacts and methods built for the most unique job market in American history, and the AI-driven screening that comes with it.

Packages from $250 to $750 · Consultations in person, by phone or on Zoom

  • 18,000+clients served
  • 44states
  • 8foreign countries
  • 100+media interviews given by John

Meet John Brubaker

Your next chapter starts with a conversation.

Meet the person behind Professional Resume Plus. In this short introduction, John shares his approach to helping you present your experience and move your job search forward.

Let's talk about your goals →
John has been a guest on
  • Connecticut Public Radio
  • WDRC Talk of Connecticut
  • Fox 61
  • WTNH Connecticut Style

The 2026 job market

Your experience is strong. Your materials may be underselling it.

Success now requires advanced, up-to-date documents and search techniques. We can make a "night and day" difference to your search.

Find out how we'd market you →
  1. 01

    Get past the software

    Up to 80% of applicants are eliminated by computer screening. We help you "crack the digital code."

  2. 02

    Stop missing interviews

    Stop missing out on positions you would love to have. Take your absolute best shot.

  3. 03

    Be presented properly

    Our expertise presents you to the professional world as you've never been presented before.

  4. 04

    Start with specifics

    Schedule a free consultation and we'll tell you exactly how we would market you.

How it works

Two core ideas that changed job search for our clients.

  1. 1

    Free consultation

    In person, over the phone or by Zoom. We learn your goals and tell you specifically how we'd market you.

  2. 2

    Customized, optimized documents

    Resumes and letters tailored to each job, using a digital marketing and SEO method that puts you at the top of software screening.

  3. 3

    Direct contact with hiring managers

    We research and identify the decision-makers and help you reach them directly.

  4. 4

    Interview-ready

    Preparation and coaching from start to finish, so you're ready when the call comes.

"We typically have two or more clients every month who get a new career job on the first or second resume/letter combination they send out."
John K. Brubaker, Principal of Professional Resume Plus
John K. Brubaker Principal, Professional Resume Plus, LLC johnb@proresplus.com

About Professional Resume Plus

A nationally respected writer in your corner.

John Brubaker is a nationally respected writer and outplacement professional: a Yale graduate, two-time published co-author, co-creator of a successful television series and a recognized media expert on resume writing and job search.

Professional Resume Plus spent 33+ years in West Hartford before moving in June 2022 to an office at the Quinnipiac Marina in New Haven. We provide complete resume writing, business writing and job search assistance services.

  • Yale graduate & two-time published co-author
  • 100+ media interviews on resume writing and job search
  • 18,000+ clients from 44 states and 8 foreign countries

Client stories

In their own words.

"I contacted John when I wanted to write my first resume about 20 years ago. He has a way of capturing exactly the tone that needs to be set and with a magical touch, he makes my resume professional, honest, and striking!"
Laurel WoodLong-time client
"John and his team became teachers, mentors and a life coach. Taking my very diverse background we began to build a brand that was extremely marketable. I landed a career opportunity… perfect fit."
Wayne SmithClient
"John, very accountable for his work, approaches your needs with a passion and zeal not often exercised in this day and age. Above and beyond…"
Ray HaydenClient

Free consultation

Let's talk about your next move.

Tell us where you are and where you want to go. We'll tell you, specifically, how we would market you.