Chapter Review 1
How can "action" words help a resume?
Action verbs give punch and color to your resume.
Why might you take a resume with you when you plan to fill out a job application?-
Because many times, you can simply copy information from your resume to your application.
A thing done well is an
accomplishment
What state do we live in....
Illinois
What is the difference between a first draft and a second draft?
The purpose of the first draft of the resume is to get information on paper. The second draft should include action verbs and word to measure your skills.
How do numbers or measurements help a resume?
It helps employers know how much work you can do in a day. It helps them measure your skills.
cover letter
What is our state bird?
the Red Cardinal
What is a resume? Why should it be neat?
A resume is a written statement of a persons work experience, education, and personal information. It should be neat because it is "you".
Edit this item so that it includes a measurements: Sewed clothes for school fashion show.
I sewed 15 bowties for a school fashion show in an hour.
A task performed on a job is a
duty
Our major city is?
Chicago
Make this an "action" sentence? I was the football coach's helper
I was the football coach's helper because I was responsible for gathering all 27 equipment's for the team.
How is a job application different from a resume?
job application is a form employers as job-seekers to fill out with information about themselves
a resume is a written statement of a person's work experience, education, and personal information
A_________ is a written report of your work experience and skills.
resume
What is our state motto:
Land of Lincoln
What are the five parts all resumes should include?
Objective, Education, Work Experience, Skills, References
What three things might a cover letter include?
The job title you are applying for
Special skills not on your resume
why you want to work for that company
to carefully check writing for mistakes
proofread
A state will eleven letters,
Mississippi