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Resume Writing Techniques

What Is A Resume?. your education job related experiencesskills andaccomplishments. A resume is a brief, concise history of:. Why Is A Resume Important?. Your resume introduces you.It serves as your personal advertisement.It lets employers know you are a first-rate candidate.. A Good Re

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Resume Writing Techniques

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    1. Resume Writing Techniques Modesto Junior College Agriculture Program

    2. What Is A Resume? your education job related experiences skills and accomplishments

    3. Why Is A Resume Important? Your resume introduces you. It serves as your personal advertisement. It lets employers know you are a first-rate candidate.

    4. A Good Resume Is: Concise Well Organized Dynamic Easy to read Neat

    5. What To Include? Your full name Your complete address Home telephone # Email address Caution

    6. Job Objective

    7. Education & Training

    8. Work Experience

    9. Special Skills/ Activities

    10. Set the Right Tone Focus on the positive contributions you have made to your employers, your school and your community. Highlight your accomplishments - Don’t just list your duties. Tell what you have actually achieved, and be specific POOR Supervised staff. GOOD Supervised six staff members at a summer camp for 9 to 12 year olds.

    11. Avoid Wordiness

    12. What To Leave Out

    13. What Format to Use?

    14. Reverse Chronological Work experience is arranged listing the most recent experience first. Advantage - This format gives a clear picture of where you’ve worked and what you’ve accomplished. It is logical and easy to follow. Many employers prefer this form. Disadvantage - Limited experience, any gaps in employment, or other weak areas may be evident.

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    16. Functional In this format work experience is arranged in areas of skill Advantage - It draws attention to accomplishments. It highlights what you’re capable of doing. Disadvantage - Some employers are suspicious of this format.

    18. References Unless specifically requested, references should not be included on your resume Simply state: REFERENCES: Will be provided upon request

    19. Resume Layout One page Font size at least 12 Margins - Should have even borders all around The most important information should be at the top. Always typed Paper - Use bonded paper White, light tan or gray

    20. COVER LETTER Opening paragraph - State why you are writing and how you heard about the position. Center Paragraph - Explain why you are interested in working for this employer. Closing Paragraph - Have an appropriate closing to pave the way for an interview and thank them for their time.

    21. COVER LETTER TIPS Always submit a cover letter Top & bottom margins should be equal Font size 12 Make sure to include your name, address, phone # and email on both the cover letter & the resume. – Create your own letterhead.

    22. May 1, 1998 Dear Dr. Johns: I recently heard through my classmate, Julie Gregg, at Modesto Junior College you are looking to hire a dental assistant in your office and I am very interested in this position. I am submitting an application and a resume for your consideration. I am a very energetic, enthusiastic person who will work well as a team player but can also handle responsibility by myself. As you can see on my enclosed resume I recently graduated with an A.A. in general education and dental assisting. I am looking forward to putting all my experience into practice. I thank you for considering my application and look forward to meeting with you at your convenience to further discuss with you my qualifications. I can be reached at 575-6239. Sincerely, Cindy White

    23. Questions?

    24. Successful Interviewing Techniques Modesto Junior College Career Development Center & Transfer Center Presented by: Tina Giron, Coordinator

    25. Preparation Assess you talents Interests Background Work Experience Education Motivation Strengths Weaknesses

    26. Research the Company Read company literature Talk to employees or former employees Network

    27. What to look for? History Products or services Business methods Philosophy Reputation Location Standing in the community Prospects for growth or change

    28. First Impression Non-verbal Communication 70% Appropriate dress/grooming Handshake Smile Eye Contact Posture Hands & Gestures Nodding affirmations Voice quality

    29. Interview Structure Introductions Small talk Answering the questions Have examples and be ready to translate for the employer. Be ready to answer questions related to your application & resume. Conclusion Never forego this opportunity

    30. Typical Questions Asked

    31. Questions?

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