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Preparing a

Preparing a. Resume. Preparing a Resume. A resume is a brief summary of your …. *personal information. *education. *skills. *work experience. *activities/interests. Preparing a Resume. Your resume will probably be the first introduction to an employer when applying for a job.

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  1. Preparing a Resume

  2. Preparing a Resume A resume is a brief summary of your … *personal information *education *skills *work experience *activities/interests

  3. Preparing a Resume Your resume will probably be the first introduction to an employer when applying for a job. A resume can get you an interview or kill your chance for a job. Do not be shy…make yourself look good!

  4. Preparing a Resume You have an option of three versions of resumes … Print resume – is a printed resume with an attractive visual presentation Electronic resume – is transmitted by e-mail or e-forms Web resume – is posted as a web document in HTML

  5. Preparing a Resume Keys to Writing a Winning Resume It quickly shows that you have the qualifications necessary for the job. It demonstrates that you can meet the employer’s needs.

  6. Preparing a Resume Keys to Writing a Winning Resume It suggests that you are someone who is likable and works well with others. It appeals to both human and electronic reviewers.

  7. Preparing a Resume Four Steps To Preparing Your Resume *Decide on your job objective *Choose the most appropriate resume layout *Organize carefully and write forcefully *Fine-tune each section of your resume

  8. Preparing a Resume Step 1 – Decide on your job objective This is a statement of your employment goal. It should be stated as a job title or type of work desired. Your job objective will help employers match you to appropriate job openings… If you have more than one objective, put it on additional resumes.

  9. Preparing a Resume Step 2 – Choose Appropriate Resume Layout The most common resume layouts are … *reverse chronological *functional *combination

  10. Preparing a Resume Step 3 – Organize Carefully & Write Forcefully Write concisely & clearly Convey your qualifications as clearly and concisely as possible without omitting pertinent information. Use phrases, not complete sentences. Avoid clichés, dated expressions, and complex terms.

  11. Preparing a Resume Step 3 – Organize Carefully & Write Forcefully Use numbers & specific examples of accomplishments The most persuasive resumes will describe accomplishments with numbers, percentages, and dollar amounts.

  12. Preparing a Resume Step 3 – Organize Carefully & Write Forcefully Use action verbs, do not use I and My Omit I, me, and my to increase your conciseness and avoid sounding like a braggart. Use action statements that use verbs that are persuasive.

  13. Preparing a Resume Step 3 – Organize Carefully & Write Forcefully Use keywords Strategically These are words that draw attention to your qualifications and skills… include keywords throughout your resume… the more you have the more likely it is your resume will be selected and you will be called for an interview.

  14. Preparing a Resume Step 3 – Organize Carefully & Write Forcefully Tailor your resume to a specific opening Tailor your resume to meet the needs of the employer. Match your resume to the job description. Use specific industry and job-related terms.

  15. Preparing a Resume Step 4 – Fine-tune Each Section of Your Resume Include the sections that are most appropriate for your resume… present them in the order that best fits your target employer’s needs

  16. Preparing a Resume Format Your Resume Correctly It might be to your advantage to prepare two versions of your resume… *a scannable print resume *an electronic resume

  17. Preparing a Resume Format Your Resume Correctly The scannable resume is designed to be delivered by *e-mail *regular mail *fax *in person

  18. Preparing a Resume Format Your Resume Correctly Do… *make it easy to scan *keep it simple *print on laser or inkjet printer *use a clean overall format *add a space before / after slashes *use acceptable character enhancements and codes, such as bolding, centering, bullets

  19. Preparing a Resume Format Your Resume Correctly Don’t… *fold or staple *include graphic images *use special justification *use underlining, italics, colored text *use parentheses – use a hyphen *use a highly formatted style such as newsletter layout or columns

  20. Preparing a Resume Format Your Resume Correctly Your electronic format resume should have the following features … *ASCII text format *keep up to date *use keywords…because electronic resumes are searched for keywords

  21. Preparing a Resume Distributing Your Resume Now that you have a resume, how to do you get it to employers? *give resumes to contacts in your network *send through mail with cover letter *send through e-mail *post on websites

  22. Preparing a Resume Remember, you should not rely on resumes alone to get interviews. Once they are sent out and you do not hear from anyone in 2-3 days…follow up with a phone call or a visit.

  23. Preparing a Resume Resume Checklist

  24. Preparing a Resume Objective Does the objective include the job title or required abilities specified by the employer?

  25. Preparing a Resume Qualifications Do your qualifications contain keywords that name requirements for the job? Are the qualifications relevant to your stated job objective? Are all your major strengths included?

  26. Preparing a Resume Education If your education supports your job objective better than your work experience, have you placed it first? Have you emphasized courses, internships, degrees, certificates that best supports your job objective? If your GPA is impressive, make it a point.

  27. Preparing a Resume Work Experience Does each job listing contain employer’s name/address and your job title? Does each job listing describe your responsibilities/special accomplishments? Are job descriptions written using action verbs and keywords that support your job objective? If your work experience is limited, have you included all paid/nonpaid internships and volunteer activities.

  28. Preparing a Resume Related Activities Have you included your involvement in professional & other organizations that support your job objective? Have you included relevant awards, achievements and offices held?

  29. Preparing a Resume The Big Picture Is the overall design appealing? Is the content correct – grammar, spelling, and punctuation? Is the content logically organized and presented in order of importance to your job objective?

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