Resume
What is a resume?
It's a written document all about you! It covers your work history, your skills, your accomplishments, your volunteer experiences, certifications, education and more.
Why do we write a cover letter?
To show a more personal side of you.
To show that you are the perfect match for their company and the job position.
To stand out from all the other applicants.
What are the two things you need to bring to your interview?
Can you think of a power word that starts with the letter "A"?
Answers will vary but here are some:
Accomplished, advised, adapted, assisted
Can you give me two examples of power words?
Answers may vary but here are a few:
Reliable, enthusiastic, responsible, thorough
What is missing from this persons contact information?
Sally Suzette
sally_suzette500@gmail.com
Their phone number.
You do not need to proof read your cover letter and resume to check for spelling/grammar mistakes. True or false?
False! You should always proof read.
Can you think of a power word that starts with the letter "E"?
Answers will vary but here are some:
Excelled, experienced, enthusiastic, explained
Why do we put our employment history on our resume?
To demonstrate that we have the experience necessary to excel at the job that they are looking to fill.
To show that we can be the type of employee that will make the company more successful.
How long should a cover letter be?
Between 2/3 of a page to 1 full page.
When should you show up for your interview 11AM interview?
10:50AM, 11AM, or 11:10AM
10:50AM would be best! It's always best to show up early.
Can you think of a power word that starts with the letter "T"?
Answers will vary but here are some:
Thorough, trained, taught, tested, thoughtful
What are the parts of a resume? (Hint: there are 6!)
Name and Contact Info, Summary, Work History, Volunteer Experience, Education, Achievements/Awards/Activities/Certifications
You should research the company before writing your cover letter. True or false?
True!
Fill in the blank... How should you end your cover letter?
_________,
Sally Suzette
Sincerely
Can you think of a power word that starts with the letter "R"?
Answers will vary but here are some:
Responsible, resolved, responded, received
What section of a resume would you put your school information?
Education
What are the parts of a cover letter? Can you name 3? (Hint: there are 6!)
Your personal information (name, phone number, email).
Date of when the letter will be turned in.
The employer's information (company name and address).
Opening salutation (greeting, name of hiring manager).
Body of the letter (skills, why you are a good fit, thanking hiring manager for their time).
Closing salutation (Sincerely, your name).
What are 2 things that you can put in this section of your resume:
Achievements/Awards/Activities/Certifications
Answers will vary but here are a few:
CPR/First Aid certification, Food Handlers certification, Employee of the Month, Organized, Customer Service, Youth soccer coach
Can you think of a power word that starts with the letter "D"?
Dependable, determined, developed, discovered