Resume Basics
What is a resume?
Resumes summarize your skills, accomplishments, and experiences.
What is a reference?
People who can talk about your work experience, work habits, character, and skills.
What fonts should you use on a resume? (In General)
It's recommended to use a clear and professional font, such as Arial or Times New Roman, on your resume.
When a field doesn't apply to you, what should you do?
write n/a
What time should you show up for an interview?
10-15 minutes before
Name three sections that are required to be included on a resume
DAILY DOUBLE!!
Contact information, Work experience, Education, or Skills
You should not do this on your resume when describing your skills, experiences, honors, etc.
Exaggerate, lie, make up information, etc.
Before submitting your resume, you should do this to ensure there are no typos or grammatical errors.
Proofread and have someone else look at it.
What type of email should you include on your resume and job application?
Professional
You should maintain this during an interview to show you are engaged with the interviewer.
eye contact and proper posture.
Why is it essential to start building resumes now instead of when you are ready to apply for a job?
Students need resumes for college applications, job applications, scholarships, and internships, AND it's good practice to start building a resume early.
When saving your resume file for sending it, how should you name the file?
Include your name, the title, and the year.
i.e. K. Chastain Resume 2024
When describing your experiences on a resume, should you use first-person pronouns like "I" and "me"?
NEVER!
100 points if you can tell me how to phrase your experiences.
If you don't have traditional work experience, you can include this instead.
DAILY DOUBLE!!!
Volunteer work & community service
This needs to be off during an interview.
Cell phone & smart watches
What are hard skills v. soft skills?
Hard skills - specific to the job you are applying for
Soft skills - transfer into any job
What is proper etiquette for including references on your resume?
ALWAYS ask them BEFORE you put them on your resume.
100 Bonus points if you can explain why
Your work experience and education need to be listed in what order?
Most recent to least recent.
When should you submit your application and resume?
Before the due date, not on it.
What can you do if you don't get the job after an interview?
DAILY DOUBLE!!!
Ask for feedback
What is the purpose of an objective on a resume?
This is your brief “elevator pitch” about yourself. It should describe your unique skills, high-level accomplishments, and what you hope to achieve.
When thinking about your resume, this platform is also important to think about as an unofficial resume.
Social Media
Why does one "tailor" a resume?
Tailoring your resume shows that you're interested in the specific job and can highlight relevant skills and experiences.
What is the most important thing to do BEFORE filling out your resume?
READ all the instructions and the job posting/description.
How should you handle questions you don't know or don't understand?
Ask for clarification, or, as Mrs. Chastain says, remember the art of bs-ing. :)