Resume Does and Don't
How long should your resume be?
1-2 pages
What is a 1-2 page document that has these sections? Header, Summary of Qualifications, Work Experience, and Education?
A resume.
How many different fonts should be used on a Resume?
1
What colour paper is used to print a resume?
White paper
Is this an email that can be used on a resume?hairstayonfleek@yahoo.com
No, this is an inappropriate email
What area of the Resume do you list previous jobs?
Work Experience section
What colour ink should be used for a resume?
Black
What is the minimum number of times you should proofread your Resume?
Twice minimum
Name one thing that you should have on your resume
Skills, education, volunteer work, contact information (phone number and email), etc.
What is the area of the Resume where you would put that you speak another language or type 60+wpm?
Summary of Skills section
What 2 (two) things that should be used instead of sentences?
Bullet points and action phrases.
What is a Resume?
1-2 page summary of your skills, education and experience
This is done to the Resume for each job or application you complete
Customize/update
Where do you list your name, phone number and email address?
In the resume header (at the top of the page)
Should you print your resume on both sides of the paper for applying to jobs in person?
No, only print on one side of the paper
How long so employers read a resume?
30 seconds
This should ALWAYS be done on a Resume
Tell the truth
What is the most important part of the Resume?
The Summary/Qualifications section.
Should a resume use very small or very large font?
The resume should be written in 12 point Times New Roman font (Exception is your name)
To apply to jobs, market yourself and obtain an interview.