Series 1: Embracing the Journey: My Evolving Role at Perfect Match Resumes
Occupation & Current Ventures: I run Perfect Match Resumes, an AI-powered, veteran-owned resume writing service. This isn’t just about drafting resumes; it’s a passion project aimed at helping individuals find their perfect job fit by tailoring resumes to job descriptions. The service has recently evolved into PERFECT MATCH 2.0, which has successfully launched.
Personal Background: My journey as a veteran, serving 10 years in the U.S. Navy as an Electrician’s Mate, shapes my identity and leadership style. Military service taught me resilience, leadership, problem-solving, and discipline. I take immense pride in my service, which became crucial during the development of Perfect Match Resumes, particularly when military experiences were accidentally omitted from resumes during testing—a moment that inspired the implementation of deeper safeguards for veterans.
As a 100% disabled veteran, I balance work, life, and business responsibilities, integrating my disability into my journey.
Mindset & Approach: I maintain a high standard for presentation, ensuring every detail is perfect—from bolding key words in bot interactions to prioritizing military service in resumes. When errors occur, like omitting significant experiences, it hits hard emotionally, driving me to improve continuously.
Business Evolution: PERFECT MATCH 2.0 represents the culmination of trials and thoughtful evolution. This latest version emphasizes tailored resumes with AI enhancements while preserving core experiences, like military service. The bot now offers job recommendations, a Match Score, and a grading system based on ATS compatibility, followed by cover letter generation and interview prep questions using the STAR method.
The bot adjusts its communication style depending on the profession. For example, engineers receive a more technical approach, while nurses enjoy a warmer tone. The bot recognizes and thanks veterans, first responders, and community helpers for their service.
Future Vision: I aim to integrate advanced features, such as language translation for resumes and tailoring them for specific regions globally. My ultimate goal is to make Perfect Match a universal tool for resume building, focusing on the human story behind every job.
Values & Emotional Drive: My experiences as a veteran deeply shape my values. I’m passionate about honoring veterans and ensuring their contributions are acknowledged, forming the heart of my business. Family is also central to my life, influencing my job flexibility and guiding my decisions.
Goals: I’m moving toward a future where I can focus more on process improvement and internal operations—work I find much more fulfilling than my previous roles. I’m leaning into my Lean Six Sigma experience informally, carving out a career that aligns with my talents.
Conclusion: Juggling multiple worlds—veteran, business owner, process optimizer, father, and creative thinker—my work with Perfect Match Resumes is more than just a business; it’s a mission to help others, especially veterans, find their place in the workforce while honoring their experiences.
As I level up, embracing this journey brings excitement and reflection. AI is a tool, but human connection is the heart of my work, making my story and projects special.
