Resumes
In Shelby's class, it is okay to list your high school on your resume. (T / F)
False
Generally, name 3 skills.
-public speaking,organization, case management, active listening, empathy, typing, crisis management, reliable, motivated, foreign language, etc.
The 2 standard materials should be sent to a prospective employer.
What are a resume and cover letter?
It's fine to tweet about how much your work sucks. (T/F)
-False, unless you want to get fired. :)
When greeted by an interviewer, what should you do?
-Shake their hand
-Introduce yourself
-Make eye contact
Starting out, a resume should be only this many pages.
What is one?
The type of skill that can typically be taught (i.e. typing, proficiency in Microsoft office)
What is Technical Skill?
You should not follow up with your interviewer a few days after your interview is over. (T/F)
False. You should always send a thank you.
The trait that is characterized by someone who is described as excitable, sociable, talkative, assertive, and high amount of emotional expressiveness. They like to be the center of attention and enjoy leading conversations.
Asking a professional how much they get paid is an acceptable question during a networking opportunity. (T/F)
False!
A type of resume that lists achievements, education, experiences that date from most recent to oldest.
What is Chronological?
The type of skills that are connected to someone's personality or character. (i.e. outgoing, empathetic, motivated)
What are soft skills?
When asked about why you left your previous employer, this is the thing you should NOT do.
Bad mouth the employer, unprofessionally complain about previous employer, cry about previous employer.
Simply just say you were looking for a new opportunity or a change of pace.
Employers hardly look up their applicants on social media. (True or False)
False! More often than not, employers research their applicants on social media.
Creating a separation between your work life and home life is an example of setting what? (i.e. not checking emails after work, not giving clients your phone number, not adding clients/coworkers on facebook, etc)
What are boundaries?
A type of resume that lists the most important information relevant to your intended objective, such as relevant degree, relevant courses, relevant experiences, etc.
What is Functional?
Name 2 job specific "skills." (hint: they're other types of technical skills)
-Education
-Experience
-Certifications
-Trainings
-Volunteership
Name 2 things that you should bring with you to an interview.
A copy of your resume
A copy of your cover letter!
Name two personality types from either of the assessments you completed (16Personalities or Big Five)
16Personality: Mind, energy, nature, tactic, identity.
Creating a separation between your work life and home life is an example of setting what? (i.e. not checking emails after work, not giving clients your phone number, not adding clients/coworkers on facebook, etc)
What are boundaries?
Name at least 3 things that a resume should include.
Your basic contact information
Education
Work Experience
Volunteer Opportunities
Proficiencies / skills
When dealing with a crisis, what three skills are most beneficial?
-Problem Solving
-Active Listening
-Empathy
-Adaptability
-Flexibility
-Quick thinking
A short spiel to "sell" yourself to an organization. Includes name, education, connection to organization/cause, the ask, and closing.
What is an elevator pitch?
Name three traits/skills related to someone who is conscientious.
-Organized
-Time management
-Detail oriented
-Observant
-Goal oriented
-Active listener
These three things determine a foundation for career planning.
Hint: Skills, boundaries, and wants.
What are competencies, motivators, and preferences?