Resume Categories
What category does this information go in on a resume?
Phone Number
Email Address
City/State
Contact Info/Contact Information
How many pages should a resume be?
1 Page
What is a 1 page summary of your skills and experience called?
Resume
This skill means you are confident with drawing, painting, designing, creating, etc.
Artistic
Only mention GPA on a resume if it is a _.0 or higher
3.0
The area of the Resume where you would list your clubs, sports and committees
Activities/Extracurriculars
You should check your resume for ____ before submitting them for an application or job position; many employers will not continue with an applicant if they find these on your resume.
Errors, typos, mistakes, poor grammar
Making sure the objective & skills on your resume show who you really are can help with ____-ing your self to potential employers
Sell
This skill means you are good at working with others, you do best when you have more people to work with, you like collaborating with others
Teamwork
How long do potential employers look at a resume?
15-20 seconds
This is your target, mission, position you are seeking, or bio
Objective
The email that you put on your resume should be _.
Appropriate/Professional
Resumes are often the first ___ a potential employer will get of you.
Impression
This skill means you are good at arranging items, cleaning, making things look neat, sorting things
Organization/Organized
Do NOT say this about a previous job on your resume
The reason you left/were let go/fired
The area of the resume where you list previous jobs and key skills in bullet points or paragraph
Experience
This should NEVER be done on a Resume
Lie
A well-crafted resume is designed to leave a positive impression and lead to an _____.
Interview
This skill means to be good at speaking with others, listening to and hearing people, talking back and forth
Communication
Why is it important to have correct work experience dates on your resume?
Potential employers may call to verify previous or current employment. Lying on a resume should NEVER be done!
What are 5 categories that can be included on a resume?
Objective
Education
Experience
Awards/Certifications
Training
Skills
Activities/Extracurriculars
References
The most important part of the Resume
Objective
What is the main purpose of a Resume?
To market yourself and obtain an interview
Why is it important to list accurate & relevant skills on your resume when seeking a job?
They show employers that you have the abilities/skills needed to succeed in the role you're applying for or that they are looking for
You should _____ your resume for each job application, highlighting the skills and experience that match the job description you are applying to.
Update. Craft your resume to the position you are seeking.