Components of a Resume
Resume Basics
Formatting
Common Mistakes
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What is included in the header section of a resume?

Name, Phone number, Professional email address, city,state

100

What is the main purpose of a resume?

To show your qualifications, skills, and experience to potential employers.To show your qualifications, skills, and experience to potential employers.

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What should be the largest part of your resume?

Your name

100

Why is formatting so important in a resume?

It shows Professionalism

200

What section of your resume includes job titles, companies, and dates of employment?

Experience 

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For Work experience how many bullet points do you typically provide

3-4 max

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Should you use color or special designs on a resume?

 no, unless you’re applying for a creative job.

200

What is the most common mistake on resumes?

Spelling and Grammar
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What part of your resume lists abilities such as communication, teamwork, or computer knowledge?

Skills section

300

What are the two types of skills you should list on your resume?

Hard Skills and Soft Skills

300

True or False you should use cursive on your resume so it will really stand out.

False: only use print font such as times new Roman or Aria;

300

True or False: You should always include every job you’ve ever had on your resume.

False only include the most recent or relevant job experience

400

What should be listed in the education section of your resume?


Degrees, schools attended, and graduation dates.

400

True or False: Listing volunteer experience can strengthen your resume.

True

400

In what order should work experience go?

Starting with most recent job then working down


400

Why is it a mistake to include irrelevant personal information like your age on a resume?

It can lead to discrimination 

500

True or False: You should include your references on your resume.

False. It’s better to provide references only if requested.

500

What is an example of a hard skill?

Computer Skills, graphic design, forklift maintenance, landscaping, CPR, foreign language, etc any hands on skills

500

How long should a resume typically be for someone with less than 10 years of experience?

1-2 pages


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Why is a resume that is too long a bad thing?

Employers are looking to quickly read resumes. Resumes that are too long may make them lose interest.