What is a Resume? Brand YOU! Let s Get Down To Business. Got Skills? Make it come ALIVe!

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2 What is a Resume? Brand YOU! Let s Get Down To Business Got Skills? Make it come ALIVe!

3 1 What { } is a resume? Gotta Start Somewhere

4 A resume is a living breathing document that contains: Contact information* Educational background* Work experience* Skills, abilities and certifications Honors and awards Leadership and community involvement * Necessary information

5 Keep in mind Your resume is forever changing and growing Just like you!

6 2 Brand { } YOU! Why, When, and How

7 Your resume represents you on paper It is your marketing tool and ultimately how you sell yourself to a potential employer It is usually your first interaction with your potential employer

8 To get an interview No matter what job or position you may be applying for you ll need a resume Many times your resume is your first interaction you will have with your employer Always be upfront and honest It is how hiring staff finds their match and weeds people out Dependable Care Invested time in it s creation

9 Almost always Scholarship Grant Job Volunteer opportunity Online portfolio Etc

10 Online Make sure to upload a PDF version unless other required In person Dress for success Confidence Body language

11 3 Let s { } Get it Down to Business Structure Time

12 Contact information Educational background Work experience Skills, abilities and certifications Honors and awards Leadership and community involvement

13 Many ways to format this section Always make sure to include: Name Mailing address (unless it s for a online portfolio) Phone number address Website (if applicable)

14 Address Phone # Address Website Address LinkedIn Portfolio Website Address Address Phone # Address Website Address LinkedIn Portfolio Website Address

15 Creative headers help to draw attention and stand out from the crowd, but make sure the font is legible Always place contact information at the top Don t use silly address Make sure the phone number is one you can be reached at

16 Most recent educational background Make sure to include: Name of school Location of school Graduation date or years attended GPA (if acceptable) Specialization/Name of Degree (if applicable)

17 School Name, School Location School Name, School Location School Name, School Location School Name, School Location

18 Last two schools is a good rule of thumb GPA should be included if it is above 2.5 If less than, balance it out with other areas Skills/abilities Honors/awards Leadership/community involvement

19 Work experience can mean anything (clubs, volunteer experiences, etc) Doesn t mean you had to get paid List everything in chronological order (most recent first) Make sure to include: Name of the organization Location of organization (always for paid work) Your title Dates you were there What you did

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22 Be as specific as possible Target your experience by making it relevant to the job you are applying for Include accomplishments in simple action statements that emphasizes results

23 Be as specific as possible Example: If bilingual put the languages you can speak, read and write Stay current Many ways to format this section Might not be necessary if work experience is detailed enough

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25 Include anything you deem necessary that will help paint a picture of who you are This is a good spot to list hobbies that are relevant to the job too

26 List any and all honors/awards that increase your value and paint you as an exceptional worker The list can include: Honor roll Dean s list Presidential awards Work accolades Scholarships Nominations for prestigious awards Etc

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28 Make sure you can prove it with either a tangible award, verification letter, or likewise Employers will fact check you Always be upfront and honest If it s something unique and special that really sets you apart list it

29 This is typically the section that highlights skills and abilities from unpaid experience School Extra-curricular activities Volunteering Church Depending on work experience, this may be the brunt of your resume

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31 You can list it with bullets or write out descriptions, it all depends on how important you feel the experience is to the job you are applying for Make sure to use action words, accomplishments and results Treat this section the same way you would the work experience section

32 { Let s take a look at } A completed resume

33 Address Phone # Address Website Address LinkedIn Portfolio Website Address School Name, School Location School Name, School Location

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35 4 Got { } Skills? Transfer Time

36 Transferable skills are skills developed in one situation which can be used for another Over time you have developed many skills you didn t even realize you had Where to find transferable skills: School Extra-curricular activities Volunteering Responsibilities/Chores at home Church

37 Identify things you have done that can fit into the following categories: Communication skills Interpersonal skills Teamwork skills Leadership skills Computer/Information technology skills Critical thinking/problem solving skills Organizational skills

38 There are two other types of skills: Job specific skills Example: typing, handling cash, social media management, using a computer Good worker skills Example: Dependable, punctual, honest, ability to follow directions

39 5 Make { } it Come Alive Action Time

40 Action words or action verbs simply express an action Example: thinking, eating, drinking Action words are used in action statements Action statements should always emphasize results

41 Think about what problem existed at a place you worked. What action did you take to resolve the problem? What were the beneficial results of your action?

42 Increased membership base by 50% Developed friendly, supportive relationships with community members to increase loyal customers Coordinated a Facebook fan page to share information on club membership with the school and community Sold $1,000 in tickets for annual School Fashion Show

43 { General Tips } Reminders and the Don ts

44 Proofread for grammar and punctuation. Check the spelling. Get feedback from someone from at least 2 trusted people Avoid using script, fancy, or unusual font Avoid long paragraphs Omit personal pronouns Use bolding, italics, and underlining to highlight or separate sections Past experiences need to past tense verbs Example: Worked, utilized, managed

45 A resume format is not set in stone you can change it anyway you like that fits your needs Example: Educational background can contain training information too Use vocabulary specific to the field or industry your applying for Use concise phrases Bullet as much as possible for easy viewing Use numbers to quantify achievements Don t be afraid to get creative Rule of thumb is a 1 page resume

46 Salary requirements or previous salaries Name or contact information of supervisors Personal information Example: Birth date, marital status, health status, willingness to relocate References - place them on a separate sheet Have 3 ready for the interview and confirm with references of their usage Don t use regular paper to print your resume always use resume paper Most importantly - Don t misrepresent yourself

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