Resume Rumble
What's one thing you don't put on your resume?
Birthdate/ SSN/ Full address
Name 3 things you NEVER do in an interview.
Could be:
1. Arrive late
2. Answer your phone
3. Dress inappropriately
4. Slouch/ lean on the table
How do you answer the question: "Tell me about yourself."
Tip: Tell 3 things
1. Introduce yourself
2. What your currently doing
3. Plan/goal for future
This job uses welding and cutting equipment to construct, assemble, and maintain large containers, tanks, and boilers. May work on structures like bridges, dams, or elevators.
Boilermaker
What is considered generally a safe topic for small talk with a coworker?
Plans for the weekend/ what the weather is like
What should you do if there is a category that doesn't apply to you on a resume template?
Delete it
Name 3 soft skills employers value.
Could be:
1. Communication
2. Teamwork
3. Problem-solving
What qualities are important to you in a job?
Could be:
1. Pay
2. Good co-workers
3. Friendly environment
4. Location
5. Variety
This job installs, maintains, and repairs electrical power, communications, lighting, and control systems.
Electrician
If you can tell the conversation is ending, what is a good way to wrap it up?
What is the ideal length for a high school resume?
Name 3 things to bring to an interview.
1. Copies of resume
2. Examples of work/ portfolio
3. Notebook/pen/ questions
Give 3 words to describe yourself and why you chose them.
Must be positive words. Examples:
1. Friendly/ Outgoing: I like to be around and talk to people
2. Dedicated: I follow through and will get the job done
3. Consistent: You will always get the same thing from me.
This job examines patients for signs of oral diseases and uses tools to clean and protect teeth.
Dental Hygienists
True or False.
Small talk is only useful in a casual setting and has no place in a professional setting.
False. It helps to build relationships!
Multiple choice: What should be listed first in the experience section?
A: First Ever Job B: Most Recent Job C: Volunteer D: Favorite Job
B
Name 3 ways to show professionalism.
Could be:
1. Arrive on time
2. Dress appropriately
3. Follow instructions
Tell me about a mistake you made. How did you handle it?
Must be a surface-level mistake. Nothing too personal. The main thing is can you admit you made and mistake and did you make it right.
This job plans and carries out security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems.
Information Security Analysts
Good small talk involves both speaking and __________.
Listening
What is the purpose of the student summary at the top of your resume?
To describe your skills and what you can do for the business
Name 3 ways to handle conflict at work.
Could be:
1. Stay calm
2. Listen to other's perspective
3. Find a compromise
What would be the number one reason you would leave a job?
Never say anything negative about a previous job/ employer or boss. Could be reasons like:
1. Opportunity for advancement
2. Location
3. Found a different job that better suited your skills
This job helps clients buy, sell, and rent properties. They advise clients on prices, and market conditions, and mediate negotiations. Licensure may be required.
Real Estate Brokers and Sales Agents
Name 2 conversation starters.
Could be:
1. Location related
2. Entertaiment
3. Food
4. Hobbies
5. Work-related
6. Travel
7. Weather or holiday