Resumes
You must start every bullet point of your experiences section with this type of word.
Action Words
What are some of the employer expectations regarding a candidate during the job interview? (cite one example)
Ask good questions
Present good manners
Be on time/punctuality
Enthusiasm
The end goal when writing a cover letter.
Marketing/Presenting your self and getting an interview.
True or False: One or two grammatical errors are ok to have on your resume if you are a freshman.
False; there should never be any grammatical errors on your resume
Besides career summary and education, it's another section that can be included on your resume.
What is technology, awards, honors, activities, volunteer?
The actions to take after the interview (cite one example).
Say thank you to the interviewer
Follow-up with a professional e-mail
They are the three parts that consist of the structure of a cover letter.
Introduction
Presentation/Body
Wrap-up and close/Conclusion
What should be the exact same on the resume, cover letter, and reference page?
Header (Name, Address, Phone and E-mail)
It's one of the differences between a CV and a Resume.
Length (1 page for resumes), CV can be longer
Audience/Content CV (academic, research
Give an example of what not to ask on a job interview.
Personal Questions
Time off for vacation
Salary
What does the company do?
Did I get the job?
It is the formal account of an employee's responsibilities that will guide you when writing your letter.
Job Description
Give an example of nonverbal communication.
eye contact/looking away
slumped over/sitting up straight
nod/facial expressions
fidgeting
When building your resume, there are three basic aspects that are essential to review for creating a successful document.
content, format, and asthetics
An action you take to prepare to a job interview (cite one example).
Prepare questions to the interviewer
Practice general and technical questions
Review the job description and company's website
Plan how you will get there
Charge your laptop/organize your background
Confirm the day and time
Cover letters should be _______for different companies,even if it’s the same position.
Adjusted
Adapted
Tailored
Hard Skills
The STAR method is a framework to help you create a resume. The S stands for...
Situation
It is a quick summary of your background, skills, and goals to present to a potential employer or professional connection.
Elevator pitch/speech
Additional goals you can achieve by using a cover letter.
Responding to an advertised opening
Following-up on a personal or professional referral
Inquiring about a possible future job opening
Tailoring your resume or cover letter with specific _____is important because some companies may use the Applicant Tracking System.
Key Words