Components of a Resume
What is included in the header section of a resume?
Name, Phone number, Professional email address, city,state
What is the main purpose of a resume?
To show your qualifications, skills, and experience to potential employers.To show your qualifications, skills, and experience to potential employers.
What should be the largest part of your resume?
Your name
Why is formatting so important in a resume?
It shows Professionalism
What section of your resume includes job titles, companies, and dates of employment?
Experience
For Work experience how many bullet points do you typically provide
3-4 max
Should you use color or special designs on a resume?
no, unless you’re applying for a creative job.
What is the most common mistake on resumes?
What part of your resume lists abilities such as communication, teamwork, or computer knowledge?
Skills section
What are the two types of skills you should list on your resume?
Hard Skills and Soft Skills
True or False you should use cursive on your resume so it will really stand out.
False: only use print font such as times new Roman or Aria;
True or False: You should always include every job you’ve ever had on your resume.
False only include the most recent or relevant job experience
What should be listed in the education section of your resume?
Degrees, schools attended, and graduation dates.
True or False: Listing volunteer experience can strengthen your resume.
True
In what order should work experience go?
Starting with most recent job then working down
Why is it a mistake to include irrelevant personal information like your age on a resume?
It can lead to discrimination
True or False: You should include your references on your resume.
False. It’s better to provide references only if requested.
What is an example of a hard skill?
Computer Skills, graphic design, forklift maintenance, landscaping, CPR, foreign language, etc any hands on skills
How long should a resume typically be for someone with less than 10 years of experience?
1-2 pages
Why is a resume that is too long a bad thing?
Employers are looking to quickly read resumes. Resumes that are too long may make them lose interest.