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Career Transition Workshop - Resumes
RESUMES
1
HOW TO
PREPARE, PACKAGE&
PRESENT YOURSELF
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RESUME AGENDA
Opinions Overview Purposes Does Your Resume Answer these Key Questions? Design Concepts Resumes-How Many? Use of Power Words Focus On Employer Needs Resume Types Questions You Should Ask Yourself? Prayer
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Everybody Has An opinion
Feel Free to Agree or DisagreeThere are Many Ways to do
ResumesAsk Questions and Make Comments/Suggestions
RESUME OPINIONS
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RESUME BLUNDERS/BLOOPERS
Nine page letter accompanied by a four page resume
Finished 8th in my class of 10
Reason for leaving last job—”Maturity Leave”
Objective – “I would like to work for a company that is very lax when it comes to tardiness”
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RESUME OVERVIEW
Research shows that only oneone interview is granted for every 200 resumes received by the average employer.
Last year, 25% of employers said that on average, they received more than 75 résumés for each open position; 42% received more than 50 résumés. (Career Builder Survey)
In addition, 38% of employers last year said they spent 1 to 2 minutes reviewing a new résumé and 17% spent less than 1 minute, (Career Builder Survey)
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RESUME PURPOSES
What is the Purpose of your resume?
Some people write a resume as if the purpose of the document was to land a job.
The objective of your resume is to land an interview, and the interview will land you the job.
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RESUME PURPOSES
Convinces the employer that you have what it takes to be successful in this new position.
Prepares you for the interview.
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Does Your Resume Answer These Key Questions?
Who are you? To determine how well your resume addresses this, have friends read it. Within
15 seconds of them looking at the resume, quiz them on what they know about you as a job seeker based on what they read. If they can't offer a quick answer that truly describes you, your resume may needs some work.
What can you do for me? Show them how you've contributed to an employer's success elsewhere.
These examples must be specific, measurable accomplishments that cite numbers and other details.
Do you have the skills I'm looking for? Scan job ads and job descriptions to discover which skills are most relevant to
the employers and recruiters receiving your resume. Then strategically place them throughout your resume.
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Does Your Resume Answer These Key Questions?
Where have you worked before? Employers want to know where you worked, length of time there and which job titles
you've held that may indicate how prepared you are for a role at their organization.
Is your experience relevant to my needs? Sometimes it's necessary to expand upon a job title or description to demonstrate that you have
experience that applies to the job you're seeking. Use bullets to present brief information that is relevant to the employer.
Do you have the right education and credentials? If you have the education/credentials/training needed to qualify for the job, be sure to
say so!
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Does Your Resume Answer These Key Questions?
Are there any "red flags" in your background?
Gaps in employment or resume errors may alert employers and recruiters that you are not the type of candidate they're looking for.
Can Employer easily get in touch with you?
It doesn't matter how great your resume is, if you don't include a phone number, address and e-mail address somewhere on the resume, you'll never hear from the employer.
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DESIGN CONCEPTS
Before starting to write your resume:
GET ORGANIZED!
Gather information on your past employment: employer names and addresses, dates of employment AND past performance reviews.
Gather information for personal references: names and addresses of co-workers, customers, vendors and others who can testify to your work
Go thru past performance reviews for accomplishments and write them down
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DESIGN CONCEPTS
Resume Length – Have 2 resumes available— One that is concise with 2 pages and one that is detailed with up to 5 pages
Use white or ivory paper
Perfumed paper, curly fonts and pretty images should be avoided
A simple left-justified resume is easiest to read
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DESIGN CONCEPTS
Tailor your resume- it is more common now to have a resume tailored for each position you are applying for, instead of the “one size fits all” model
Carefully study key words in job postings
Change your resume to use action words that help meet qualifications in job posting
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RESUME BLUNDERS/BLOOPERS
I Am bi-lingual in 3 languages
Skills-I have integrity so I will not steal office supplies and take them home
Education – have repeated courses repeatedly
Reason for leaving last job—”Bounty hunting was outlawed in my state”
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DESIGN CONCEPTS
Expect background and reference checks
If necessary, create a new email address solely for resumes and job searches
Be concise – write out everything you want to include, then go back and trim it
Use easy to read fonts and a clear design
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DESIGN CONCEPTS
If possible, have someone else check your resume for errors.
Save references and personal data for the interview.
Avoid date of birth, weight or height
Remove dates of graduation from college unless you are a recent college grad
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DESIGN CONCEPTS
Avoid salaries or the reason for leaving the last job.
Keep your resume current even if you are employed
Prepare a cover letter to introduce your resume.
Emphasize most recent jobs.
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DESIGN CONCEPTS
Stress skills, knowledge, and abilities that fulfill the job requirements.
Your resume should highlight why you are qualified for the position you are applying for.
The top 1/3 to 1/2 of the first page of your resume needs to grab the attention of the recruiter or hiring manager. It should highlight something that makes you stand out from other candidates. For example, “top sales producer for the southwest region”.
Remember it is okay to include experience from unpaid positions if it demonstrates that you have one or more of the qualifications for a job.
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DESIGN CONCEPTS
Focus on accomplishments/results, not responsibilities. If you do include responsibilities it should be no more than one line and brief.
Include specific information, whenever possible, for the accomplishments on your resume. For example it’s better to say “improved quality by 10% which saved $5 per unit” versus saying “improved quality”.
Do “spell check” on your resume to check for misspelled words. Remember – Spell check will not catch when you’ve used the wrong word, for example “Lead” versus “Led”.
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DESIGN CONCEPTS
Header for resume should include name, address, e-mail address and phone number's. If you have a LinkedIn profile you may want to include the link to your profile
Avoid using the same leading verb for the first several bullets on your resume. Look at the first 10 bullets on your resume and see how many have the same first word and make changes, as appropriate.
A two page resume needs to include a header with your name and your e-mail or phone number and the number 2 (header or footer) – this lets the reader know the second page belongs to your resume and if the pages get separated then the person can contact you to get page one.
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DESIGN CONCEPTS
Ask someone in your field/industry to review your resume for terms that may be dated, especially in IT related positions.
Use Microsoft (MS) Word 2003 unless the job posting directs you otherwise. Some people cannot read a document in MS Word 2007 if they have an older version of Word.
Use a basic font such as Times New Roman or Arial, between 10 – 12 pt. Review to see if it looks “crowded” – ideally you should maintain 1” margin on all sides of your resume.
Send your resume to yourself via e-mail so you can see what it looks like when it arrives by e-mail.
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DESIGN CONCEPTS
Spell out non-industry standard acronyms the first time they are used in your resume. The acronym used in your resume may mean something else in another company.
Include 10-15 years of employment history on your resume. A more experienced worker can opt to list a section called “Other Experience” listing the company name (s) and job titles but not specific dates.
Months are important when listing employment history on your resume.
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RESUME BLUNDERS/BLOOPERS
Failed bar exam with relatively high grades
Its best for employers that I not work with people
I have an excellent track record, although I am not a horse
Career – I have worked with restraints for the past 2 years
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RESUMES – HOW MANY?
One Resume for Each Employer?
One of the most common mistakes that people make is to create a standard resume and send it to all the job openings that they can find.
Tailor your resume for each employer.
Same point applies to your cover letters.
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USE POWER WORDS
POWER
WORDS
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Use Power Words and Create Content that Sells
The content of your resume and the descriptions you include of your skills and abilities can determine how many interviews you generate. Compare the before and after statements shown below:
Before:“Gave work assignments to staff of entry level accounting clerks”.
After:“Directed workflow, supervised and trained accounting staff performing posting to general ledger, accounts receivable and payable accounts”.
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FOCUS ON NEEDS
FOCUS ON THE EMPLOYER'S NEEDS, NOT YOURS
Imagine that you are the person doing the hiring.
This person cares how well the job will be done. You need to write your resume to appeal directly to them.
Ask yourself:
What would make someone the perfect candidate?
What does the employer really want?
What special abilities would this person have?
What would set a truly exceptional candidate apart from a merely good one?
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RESUME TYPES
Chronological
Functional/Skills
Scannable
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Resume Types
Chronological (when continuing in the same career path)
List work experience in reverse chronological order, listing the most recent experience first
List accomplishments under each employer
Functional (when changing careers or entering the job market after an absence)
List accomplishments & expertise in functional categories (marketing, sales, management, operations, communications, etc.) in 1st section
List work experience (co. names, job titles, dates) consecutively in next section
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RESUME TYPES-CHRONOLOGICAL
CHRONOLOGICAL (Most traditional structure- 95% of resumes submitted)
Primarily used when you are staying in the same profession, in the same type of work.
Lists each job you've had in reverse sequential order
Start with your most recent job.
Easier to understand what you did in each job. May help the name of the employer stand out more.
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RESUME TYPES - CHRONOLOGICAL
Advantages: Makes it easier to understand what you did in what job.
May help the name of the employer stand out more, if this is impressive.
Best for Career Continuation Easy to Track Career Progress
Disadvantage is that it is much more difficult to highlight what you do
best. This format is less appropriate for someone making a career change. May Bury Best Achievements Most Recent Employment May Not be Best Lead
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Chronological FORMAT
RESUME TYPES - CHRONOLOGICAL
Objective – 1 line to describe objective Company Name, Location, Duration – 1 Line Company By-Line (Scope, Size, Status, Success) – 1 Line Position / Title, Location, Duration – 1 Line Position By-Line (Responsibilities – 1 or 2 Line(s) Position By-Line-Accomplishments –List the ones that
line up the best with job posting requirements (3-5 that apply)
Education – leave off dates unless recent grad References – provided upon request
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RESUME CONTENT
THE OBJECTIVE
HOW TO WRITE YOUR OBJECTIVE. First, decide on a specific job title. Go back to your list of answers to the question "How can I demonstrate that I am the perfect candidate?" What are the two or three qualities, abilities or achievements that would make you stand out as truly exceptional for that specific job?
EXAMPLE OBJECTIVE - a software sales position in an organization seeking an extraordinary record of generating new accounts, exceeding sales targets and enthusiastic customer relations.
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Examples of Separate “Objective” sections
Vice president of marketing in an organization where a strong track record of expanding market share and internet savvy is needed.
Senior staff position with a bank that offers the opportunity to use my expertise in commercial real estate lending and strategic management.
An entry-level position in the hospitality industry where a background in advertising and public relations would be needed.
A position teaching English as a second language where a special ability to motivate and communicate effectively with students would be needed.
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Make Your Accomplishments Stand Out
Many job seekers list their job duties on their résumés, but not their accomplishments. Employers care about your ability to produce results. Quantify your accomplishments
A job responsibility is something that you do on a daily basis.
A quantified achievement is the result of that responsibility. By quantifying results, you show employers what you can actually do for them.
Numbers are your friends here. Don’t merely mention that you increased the annual revenues of your division, say that you increased them by $100,000, by 78%, and so on.
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RESUME BLUNDERS/BLOOPERS
Personal Interests – donating blood -14 gallons so far
Skills –I can type without looking atthekeyboard
Experience – Chapter President – 1887-1992
Application – How large was the dept. that you worked in with your last employer? Answer - 3 stories.
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RESUME TYPES - FUNCTIONAL
FUNCTIONAL: Highlights your major skills and accomplishments from the very
beginning.
Helps the reader see clearly what you can do for them, rather than having to read through the job descriptions
Targets the resume into a new direction or field, by lifting up from all past jobs the key skills and qualifications to help prove you will be successful in this new direction or field.
Company names and positions are in a subordinate position, with no description under each.
Good for career changers, but is very appropriate for generalists, for those with divergent careers, a wide range of skills in their given profession and for those who want to make shifts in their career direction.
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Resume Types - FUNCTIONAL
Advantage: Most helpful in reaching for a new goal or direction. Strengths
Best for Career Change Easy to Match to Job Spec’s
Disadvantage: Hard for the employer to know exactly what you did in which job,
which may be a problem for some conservative interviewers.
- Shortcomings Hard to Track Career Progress Most Stress Functional Skills over Achievements
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RESUME TYPES - SCANNABLE - Scanning By Keywords
What is Resume Scanning? (or Online, Automated, or Keyword Application)
Answer:
A process where employers convert hardcopy resumes into electronic resumes. Instead of a human reading the resume, the resume is first input into the company’s database via a scanner that searches for keywords.
Not sure if the job you are applying for scans resumes? Call the Human Resources department and ask. As the job of HR is to find candidates, they will welcome the question and outline the process that their company employs for resume screening.
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RESUME TYPES - Scanning By Keywords
Prepare resume on white paper
Do not bold, italicize underline info
Use a size 12 simple font
Do not use hollow bullets
Do not use symbols such as the # sign
Print only on 1 side of the paper
Use keywords and phrases that are commonly used in your career
Do not fold the resume. Mail the resume in a large envelope with extra postage
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RESUME BLUNDERS/BLOOPERS
Instrumental in ruining entire operation for a Midwest Chain Store
Able to say the ABC’s backward in under 5 seconds
Planned a new corporate facility at 3 million over budget
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Questions You Should Ask Yourself as You Write Your Resume
What key qualifications will the employer be seeking?
What qualifications (that you possess) will be most important to them?
Which of these are your greatest strengths?
What are the highlights of your career to date that should be emphasized?
What things about you and your background make you stand out?
What are your strongest areas of skill and expertise? Knowledge? Experience?
What are characteristics you possess that make you a strong candidate? What are the three or four things you feel have been your greatest accomplishments?
What was produced as a result of your greatest accomplishments?
Can you quantify the results you produced in numerical or other specific terms?
What were the two or three accomplishments of that particular job?
What were the key skills you used in that job? What did you do in each of those skill areas?
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KEY TO A GOOD RESUME
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
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PRAYER
P Prayer
R Responsibilities
A Accomplishments
Y You
E Employment
R Relentless
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1
WELCOME! March 1, 2010
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Weekly Topics(Subject to Change)
March 1 Resume
March 8 Elevator Pitch & Networking
March 15 Internet Tools
March 22 Personal Assessment
March 29 Dealing With Stress
April 5 Interview Preparation
April 12 Salary Negotiation
April 19 Networking w/ Business Leaders
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TONIGHT
• Welcome and Introductions
• Class: Resumes
• A Word From Our Sponsor
• Lab: “Job Search Snapshot”
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A Word From Our Sponsor
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My Career
Job Satisfaction
My Faith
Soul Satisfaction
My elect shall long enjoy the work of
their hands. Is 65.22
The pleasure of the Lord shall prosper in His
hand. He shall see the labor of his soul and be
satisfied Is 53.10-11
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THE EXPECTATION
My Career
Job Satisfaction
My Faith
Soul Satisfaction
“Glukos Spilos”
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Alignment Is the ExpectationMoses (Psalm 90.15-17)
Make us glad according to the days in which You have afflicted us,
The years in which we have seen evil
Let Your work appear to Your servants
And Your glory to their children
And let the beauty of the LORD our God be upon us
And establish the work of our hands for us; Yes, establish the work of our hands
Christ (John 17.4)
I have glorified you on earth, I have finished the work which you have given me to do.
Apostle Paul (Ephesians 2.10)
For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared for us beforehand.
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THE CAREER JOURNEY
My Career
Job SatisfactionMy Faith
Soul Satisfaction
Resume Writing
Networking
Internet Skills
Interviewing
Assessment
Stress
Prayer
Accountability
Encouragement
Serving Others
Purpose & Calling
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CROSSROADS CAREER NETWORK
http://www.crossroadscareer.org/index.phpEnter Key: Grace360
Grace360.org“Get Help”
“Career Transition Ministry”“Our Website”
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