Resume 1
This should ALWAYS be done on a Resume
tell the truth, include experience, skills, contact info, education....
What is the purpose of a Resume?
Market yourself and obtain an interview
The section of the Resume where you list previous job.
Experience.
What are the paper colors that should be used for a Resume?
white or off-white
What color should the font be?
Unless you're applying for a more creative job position, just stick to black. It looks more professional.
True or False: It's perfectly acceptable to overuse personal pronouns (I, me, my) on a resume.
FALSE
What does it mean that your resume should be tailored to the job that you're applying for?
You resume should be customized. You should include skills and job experience related to what the recruiter is looking for.
True or False: One or two typos or misspellings on a resume won't hurt if you're well-qualified for the job.
False
The different number of fonts that should be used on a Resume and font size?
1 (one), but you can use bold, italics, and capital letters.
True or False: If you have an e-mail address such as Hotti_wida_body@hotmail.com, it's best to change it or use an alternate, more professional e-mail address on your resume.
True
The area of the Resume where you would put that you speak another language or type 60+words per minute.
Summary or Skills
What's the difference between hard skills and soft skills?
Soft skills are personality traits, and hard skills are related to specific technical knowledge and training.
Which email is considered appropriate for a resume?
iliketoparty@yahoo.com
sonyathompson@gmail.com
sonyathompson@gmail.com
What's the difference between transferrable skills and soft skills?
No difference.
These types of words are most important to include in your resume.
Action verbs
The heading should be composed of what components?
Name
Address (optional)
Phone Number
Email Address
This is what you can put on a resume if you do not have work experience.
Volunteer experience, Shoveled snow or did landscaping (weeding) for neighbors, child care for family members, hobbies, interests, sports you played in school. Any involvement with the community.
How long do potential employers look at a Resume?
6-8 seconds
You should list your GPA on your resume if it has this:
Greater than 3.5 or just do not include it.
What are the three main types of resume?
Reverse chronological, functional, and combination.
Name 3 soft skills and 3 hard skills.
Hard skills: computer, languages, programming, statistical analysis, IT skills, typing, machine operating.
Soft Skills: communication, creativity, organization, leadership, critical thinking, adaptability, teamwork, problem-solving, writing.
Selecting the type of resume to use depends on what?
The job you are applying for.
What are 5 things you should not include on your resume?
Your Picture, Weight and Height, Color of Eyes, Reasons for leaving previous job(s) , The title "Resume", Salary information, marital status, age, and religion.
Name two things that should be used instead of "I" sentences in the Experience section?
bullets, action phrases/verbs, numbers, quantified experience.
Name 5 sections that can be included in a Resume.
Heading (contact information), Education, Experience, Skills, (Activities, certifications, licenses, awards, hobbies, prizes), Volunteer Work.