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CHAPTER 13

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Preparing Résumés and Application Letters

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1 Prepare for employment by considering relevant information about yourself as it relates to job requirements.

2 Identify career opportunities using traditional and electronic methods.

3 Prepare an organized, persuasive résumé that is adapted for print, scanning, and electronic postings.

4 Utilize employment tools other than the résumé that can enhance employability.

5 Write an application message that effectively introduces an accompanying print (designed) or electronic résumé.


Process of Applying for a JobProcess of Applying for a Job

Continued


Process of Applying for a Job Process of Applying for a Job (cont.)(cont.)


Sources for Identifying Sources for Identifying Career OpportunitiesCareer Opportunities


Standard Parts of a RésuméStandard Parts of a Résumé


Preparing a Print Preparing a Print (Designed) R(Designed) Réésumsuméé

● Develop appealing format that _________ ______________

● Format for quick, _____ reading

● Create an appealing ______

● Consider adding a statement of your _________ and __________

qualificationseasy

output

creativity originality

highlights


Selecting an Organizational Selecting an Organizational Plan for a RPlan for a Résuméésumé


Types of Electronic SubmissionsTypes of Electronic Submissions


Preparing Electronic PostingsPreparing Electronic Postings

● Know postings are not _____________● Prepare a professional submission that

________ _____________ precisely● Send résumé in requested format:─ ______- résumé — text résumé pasted

below email cover message

─Text résumé — ASCII or RTF format that removes ___________

─Attachment saved as word processing file● Include _________ summary after

identification section

confidential

follows

Inline

formatting

keyword

instructions


Preparing a Scannable RPreparing a Scannable Réésumsuméé

● Use popular, nondecorative typefaces

● Use 10- to 14-point font

● Do not include italics, underlining, open bullets, or graphic lines/boxes

● Use ample white space

● Print on one side of white, standard-size paper

● Do not fold or staple


Making a RMaking a Réésumsumé é Search FriendlySearch Friendly

● Place name as first item on every page

● Add powerful keywords in separate section• Capitalize first letter of each keyword• Begin with most important, work in

reverse• Use only 80 keywords

● Support keywords in résumé body


A Professional Portfolio . . . A Professional Portfolio . . .

● Illustrates past activities, projects, and accomplishments

● Can be easier to organize and transport if presented digitally

● Must show clear understanding of audience needs and your qualifications


Electronic Portfolio: Electronic Portfolio: Post on Your Website Post on Your Website


Employment VideosEmployment Videos

● Keep video simple with one stationary shot using a good camera and tripod

● Use proper lighting that focuses on applicant’s face

● Speak clearly at easy-listening pace using quality microphone

● Choose camera friendly, good-fitting clothing appropriate for job sought

● Edit video to assure professional image


Preparing Effective Preparing Effective Application MessagesApplication Messages

● Use ___________ message strategy to sell your qualifications

● Include _______ statements● Select concise, on-target language

_______ to the employer’s needs● Assure tone that avoids insincere

________, false ________, or ________ statements

● Focus on your strengths, provide _________ of qualifications, and portray a ________ attitude

persuasive

originaltailored

boastfulmodestyflattery

positiveevidence

Documents

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