Resumes
Should a resume be written with a pencil or typed on a computer?
Typed on a computer
Do I list what kindergarten I went to on my resume?
No! You should only include high school and beyond.
Will I have experience on my resume even though I have not had a job before?
Yes! Because we will probably work on teams next year, you can say list things like working at a Marriott, at PetSmart, or the airport.
If I get a job at Target, am I an entrepreneur?
Nope! You work for some else's business.
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The Florida Keys!
Will your resume change over time?
Yes! You will do things like get new jobs, move to a new home, and have new references!
Could I list George Mason University or Northern Virginia Community College on my resume?
Yes! Those are after high school and you should definitely list them on your resume.
Does having experience on your resume help you to get a job?
Yes! You learn a lot of hard and soft skills when you have work experience. It means that you will probably be a better worker because of it.
Are you your own boss if you are an entrepreneur?
Yes! You are in control of the business. But you may have partners or employees that work for you.
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If I have perfect attendance at school, is that something that I should add to a resume?
Yes! You should be proud of your good attendance! A potential employer would like hearing that about you.
Do I list the city and state that my schools are in?
Yes! For example, for Pulley Career Center, you would list it as being in Alexandria, Virginia.
Should I lie about the places that I have worked at on my resume?
No! When you apply for a job, the employer will probably call your references. If you are caught lying, you will definitely not get the job.
Bonus: there is never really a good reason to lie! Accept responsibility for your own behaviors and make good decisions and you will never have to lie!
Do businesses usually start out small or large?
Small! In fact, most businesses are small businesses. You have to start out small and then grow/get more customers over time.
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Do I really need a resume at job interviews?
Yes-if you really want to get the job. Having a resume shows that you are professional and serious. If 2 people are applying for the same job, it might help you to be the 1 that gets the job.
If I know how to use kitchen appliances and power tools, should I list that under the skills section?
Yes! Those are great skills to have and show that you have experience. It may help you to get the job.
Can I list my dad as a reference?
No! References should really be someone from a school or that you have worked with, especially a former supervisor.
Can you name just 1 entrepreneur?
-Oprah
-Bill Gates
-Elon Musk
-Ms. Williams
-Any local, small companies like landscapers!
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Should I ever email a resume?
Yes! If you are interested in a job and are responding to an email address, you could include you electronic resume as an attachment. But don't just send it to anyone on the Internet. It has personal information about you on it.
What is the difference between hard and soft skills.
Hard skills are things that you have learned that are you use for one specific type of job. This could be using a laser engraver, power saw, or sewing machine. Soft skills are good workplace behaviors that you can take to ANY job! Soft skills would include being on time, good manners, and following directions.
Name someone from Pulley who will be a reference on your school resume...
1. Ms. Burroughs-Department Chair
2. Mr. Symanski-ETR
3. Your case manager
What is an entrepreneur?
Someone who starts their own business-a business owner.
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