Resume Realness
If you're just starting your career or have limited experience, how long should your resume be?
1 page
You're going to an interview at a retail store. What should your clothes look like?
Clean, neat and appropriate for the setting (no pajamas or crop tops)
You want to search for jobs online. Which of these is a job board: Instagram, Indeed, or YouTube?
Indeed
It's your first week on the job. What's something you can do to make a good impression?
Show up on time and be open to learning
T/F: You should stretch the truth a little on your resume to look better.
False - honesty is key
You're filling out your contact info. Do you need to include your full street address on your resume?
No - just your city and state is enough
You're wrapping up an interview and they ask, "Any questions for us?" What's a good move?
Ask a question about the job or thank them for their time
You see a job listing that says "3 years of experience preferred," but you only have 1. Should you apply?
Yes - if you meet most of the qualifications, go for it!
You're starting to feel stressed at work. What's a healthy first step?
Take a short break, use a coping skill, or talk to someone you trust
T/F: Every decent job requires a 4-year college degree
False - many great jobs don't require a degree
You're listing your email on your resume. Which of these is the best choice: partygirl420@aol.com, or firstname.lastname@gmail.com
firstname.lastname@gmail.com
The interviewer says "Tell me about yourself." What are they really asking?
A short summary of your background and why you're a good fit for the job
You're feeling unsure about what jobs match your interests. What's a tool VS offers to help with that?
The Strong Interest Inventory
You want to protect your mental health while working. Which of these is a good boundary: skipping lunch to work more, keeping your status on "do not disturb", or taking your full breaks?
Taking your full breaks
False - it shows you're interested
You're writing about your last job. Which of these should you leave OFF your resume: your responsibilities, your reason for leaving, or your job title?
Your reason for leaving
Which of these is a red flag in an interview: being nervous, showing up late without telling anyone, or saying "I'm excited to learn"?
Showing up late without telling anyone
You're going to a hiring event. What's something helpful to bring with you?
A few printed copies of your resume
You want to build trust with your supervisor. What's one simple thing you can do?
Check in regularly and ask questions when you're unsure
T/F: Having a gap on your resume means you won't get hired
False - you can explain gaps honestly and still get the job
You're making a section to list your high school diploma and certificates. What is that section usually called?
Education
You're feeling anxious about interviews while in treatment. What's one thing VS can help you with?
Scheduling a mock interview
You've found a job you like. What's the point of a cover letter?
To show why you're interested and how your skills match the job
You get overwhelmed by bright lights and noise at work. What's a change you could ask for?
A reasonable accommodation like quieter space or noise-reducing headphones
T/F: You can talk to Vocational Services about going back to school, not just jobs
True!