Parts of a Resume
This part of a resume contains your name, address, phone number, and email address.
The header.
Jose Guevara
2157 Ridge Dr• Springfield, VA 22150
Phone: (703) 552-1159
Will the employer know who to talk to if you just put "Pete" on your reference list?
No! Use their full name like Mr. Peter Kelly.
The letter carrier who delivers mail to my house.
Nope-thumbs down. They don't know you well and haven't seen you work.
Do you write a reference letter for yourself? Or does someone else write it for you?
Someone else will write it for you.
I would love to go to a tropical beach after I get a job. Can I afford it?
Yes! Some people may think that it is out of reach but that is not true. Saving $30 each paycheck for a year can get you somewhere nice (passport nice).
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This part of the resume explains what you want to do and why you are giving someone the actual resume.
The objective.
To gain employment at GameStop in a customer service position.
What will you need to add for the employer to actually speak to Mr. Kelly?
A phone number. You could use the phone number for Pulley or a cell phone. But school references probably won't give you a cell phone number.
The school custodian
Nope. You never really see them for more than a few minutes.
Should a reference letter describe specific good behaviors and personal strengths?
Yes! Employers don't want to see a generic letter. They like to know the good things about YOU!
-kind to others
-focused on customers
-always works until the job is finished
Trouble finding something to do in DC with most of the museums being closed due to COVID? This beautiful outdoor space has artwork and a variety of plants and is still open!
This section of a resume tells about what schools you went to.
Education
John R. Lewis High School – Springfield, VA
Applied Studies Diploma, graduated June 2017
Pulley Career Center – Alexandria, VA
Certificate of Completion, anticipated completion May 2022
Sometimes companies like for references to write information about you. What is the best way to get this done?
Through email! Make sure that you provide an email address for all of your references.
My supervisor at a Pulley job site like at the airport?
Yes! Just check with them and your Pulley staff first.
Will a reference letter help me get a job?
Probably! They really can make a difference! Most people will not bring them so that makes you look more professional and stick out in a good way!
This DC sports team is back in business and will be playing the Mets and Dodgers in the next few weeks.
This section of a resume discusses the things that you can do to do your job better-how you can help the company.
Skills
-following directions
-positive attitude
-works independently
What information should you include to know where the reference has seen you work at?
A company name. If they work at GameStop together and you both worked there at the same time, you should list this. For a school staff, you should list Pulley Career Center.
I only worked at a job for 6 months but did well and left on good terms. Can I use my supervisor from that job?
Yes! Even if it was only 6 months, you can use them if you did well there.
My old coworker wrote me a quick letter in pencil on some paper. Is that ok?
No! It would make you look unprofessional to use something like that. Plan a few weeks ahead, let hem know what you need, read it for mistakes, and print a lot of copies when you get it completed!
This forgotten about and nearby city in Pennsylvania is famous for it's cracked bell.
Philadelphia!
This section discusses you accomplishments as a student and/or worker.
Awards
-student of the quarter
-employee of the month
-perfect attendance
Just for Fun Bonus
LeBron James stars in and produces this 2021 movie.
The cleaner from the cleaning service that helps keep my home clean?
No. They just perform a service for you-even of you like them or are friends.
A reference letter is also known as a letter of _____________.
Letter of recommendation.
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