WRITING RESUMESAs well as other job search advice

Hristo GeorgievHuman Capital

ManagerTelerik Corporation

www.telerik.com

Table of Contents

1. What is the goal of this lecture?

2. Writing a Resume

What is the goal of your Resume?

The number one secret to writing a great Resume

A Resume - analyzed

3. Job Search Advice

How much time and effort are you willing to invest in

finding your dream job?

A quick note on Cover Letters

4. Conclusion

1. What is The Goal of This Lecture?

TO TURN YOU INTO A PURPLE

COW!

1. What is The Goal of This Lecture?

Why do you need to be a purple cow? Good news:

ONE interview for each 100 CVs sent;

1/35 CVs is with focus;

Bad News: Recruiters are lazy (or busy)

Reading CVs is a 20-60 second task

First impression Looking for keywords that match the

requirements Concluding

1. What is The Goal of This Lecture?

How do you become a purple cow?Be remarkable:

Take risks; Do amazing things

If it is so easy why doesn’t everyone do it?

People are afraid. Who likes remarkable people?

Chances are it would NOT work the first time

Use trial and error and invest time in creating a remarkable Resume

Table of Contents

1. What is the goal of this lecture?

2. Writing a Resume

What is the goal of your Resume?

The number one secret to writing a great Resume

A Resume - analyzed

3. Job Search Advice

How much time and effort are you willing to invest in

finding your dream job?

A quick note on Cover Letters

4. Conclusion

2. Writing a Resume What is the goal of your Resume?To informTo persuadeTo sellTO GET YOU AN

INTERVIEW

2. Writing a Resume The number one secret to writing a Resume:

Have a STRATEGYWhat is the point of your Resume?

Show that you can do more than copy accurately!

Know what you want to do next! Why? How?

2. Writing a Resume The number one secret to writing a Resume:

Have a STRATEGYWhat matters most to employers in that field?

What do you have to offer that matches employer needs? Apply job requirements to your experience and skills.

2. Writing a Resume The number one secret to writing a Resume:

Have a STRATEGYKeep Resume content FOCUSED on communicating that message Always ask yourself: “What do my

target employers want?” Quote from Voltaire:

“The best way to be boring is to leave nothing out.”

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed Requirement #1: It must be ONE PAGE It must be READABLE Use emphasis such as Bold, Capitals, Underlines It must have a good VISUAL PRESENTATION

Texts should use the same font There must be appropriate balance of text and white space

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed

EXAMPLES:

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART I THE HEADING AND PICTURE: Name Address Phone number E-mail (university & other) Do not use work e-mail! “Current Address” “Home/Permanent Address” Never use work address!

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART I

THE HEADING AND PICTURE:

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART I

THE HEADING AND PICTURE:

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART I

THE HEADING AND PICTURE:

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – THINGS TO DO: Use a professional photo Make sure there are no spelling mistakes Provide the full address Use proper language, if not sure ask a friend Do not use e-mail accounts such as:

marii4eto@gmail.com; or: sexonthebeach@ ; otecpaisii@; 1337@; batgogo@;

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART II THE OBJECTIVE

Must address the specific job; be short and focused

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART II Remember: OBJECTIVES MUST BE FOCUSED: Chief accountant position in an internet company where strong record of accounting is needed Entry-level programmer position where a background in programming and mathematics is needed

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART III THE SUMMARY: Best opportunity to SELL yourself Focus on describing your qualities, achievements and abilities Be descriptive,

not evaluative Use concise statements

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART III In order for it to SELL, use selling words Show yourself as DOER with words like: Adapted; managed; applied ; assisted; communicated; led; trained; organized; reviewed; monitored; facilitated; Show yourself as a PERSON with words like: enthusiastic; energetic; professional; experienced; skillful;

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed - PART III DO NOT use Phrases like: Results-oriented professional; Cross-functional teams; More than [x] years of progressively responsible experience; Superior (or excellent) communication skills; Strong work ethic; Met or exceeded expectations; Proven track record of success; Works well with all levels of staff; Team player; Bottom-line orientation

Why? Because it is not PURPLE!

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed - PART III BE UNIQUE, BE ORIGINAL, THINK OF SOMETHING DIFFERENT INSTEAD: “Plays well with others” - instead of “Team Player”

“Likely to perform well” - instead of “Met or exceeded expectations”

“Always positive and usually in a good mood” - instead of “Works well with all levels of staff”

“Talkative and socially active” - instead of “Superior (or excellent) communication skills”

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART III STEPS TO WRITE YOUR SUMMARY:1. Short phrase describing profession2. Followed by statement of broad or specialized expertise3. Followed by 2-3 statements related to:

-breadth or depth of skills-unique mix of skills-range of environments -special or documented accomplishment-history of awards, promotion or special commendations on performance

4. One or more professional or personal characteristics5. Sentence describing professional objective or interest6. List of a few personal traits7. DO NOT USE THE WORD “I”

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART III

THE SUMMARY, EXAMPLE:

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART IV EDUCATION Always use reverse chronology List your high school only if it is extremely well known Name of school Location Graduation date Degree Overall GPA/SCORE (if above 4.5/6 or 3.0/4) Thesis or projects Honors and awards Internships Specific courses (only those applicable to the position you are applying)

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART IV

EDUCATION, EXAMPLE:

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART V PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Always use reverse chronology

Paid work Summer employment (part-time and full-time) Work-study positions Volunteer activities

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART V

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE, EXAMPLE:

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART VI SKILLS AND ABILITIES Computer/Programming skills Languages Certificates Software Training Publications Research Community Service Leadership Specialized Training

2. Writing a Resume A Resume – analyzed – PART VI

SKILLS AND ABILITIES, EXAMPLE

2. Writing a Resume A Resume:

2. Writing a Resume What NOT to put on your Resume: The word "Resume" at the top of the resume Out of focus or fluffy "objective" statements. Be descriptive. Salary information, Desired Salary Full addresses of former employers Reasons for leaving jobs Names of supervisors “References available upon request”

Advice: Google yourself

Table of Contents

1. What is the goal of this lecture?

2. Writing a Resume

What is the goal of your Resume?

The number one secret to writing a great Resume

A Resume - analyzed

3. Job Search Advice

How much time and effort are you willing to invest in

finding your dream job?

A quick note on Cover Letters

4. Conclusion

3. Job Search Advice How much time and effort are you willing to invest in finding your dream job? The NUMBER ONE failing of job applicants:

UNDERPREPAREDNESS ¼ of job applicants spend less than an hour preparing for an interview ½ of job applicants spend two hours or less ¼ of job applicants think drinking the night before an interview is not a problem

3. Job Search Advice How much time and effort are you willing to invest in finding your dream job? Ask yourself: How much is this career opportunity and interview really worth for me? You have studied for years to get here You want to: Build a successful career Become a professional Have excellent income Create a strong personal network Build confidence Reach ever-higher achievements

3. Job Search Advice How much time and effort are you willing to invest in finding your dream job? Excellent income If currently employed, applying for a new job New job pays 200lv more per month Simple calculation:

200x12 = 2,400lv per year ADDITIONAL INCOMEIs this amount of money worth more than 2 hours of your time?

If currently NOT employed New job pays 1000lv per month Simple calculation:

1000x12= 12,000lv per year NEW INCOMEIs there anything else you can do to get such a return?

3. Job Search Advice How much time and effort are you willing to invest in finding your dream job? Do not forget about the JOB TERMINATOR! It is their dream job too They have waited for this opportunity

for years too They have done background research:

Know all about the company Know all about the industry/sector Know how the interview will go Know the politics and culture

of the company Have a PURPLE COW CV/Cover Letter

3. Job Search Advice A quick note on Cover Letters Cover Letters are a MUST The Cover Letter is your Marketing tool too Write a different Cover Letter for every job you apply to. Answer the question: “Why should I hire you?” How will you answer it? Through SOLID research on:

organization's mission, culture, values, products, industry, services, markets, key competitors, changes, trends, shifts, acquisitions, people Be job oriented, not

company oriented

3. Job Search Advice A quick note on Cover Letters Know: What makes the organization RUN What is their PAIN What MATTERS to them What they CARE about How to SPEAK their language Explain HOW you will contribute to their:

profits, revenues, growth, employee retention, customer retention, margins, market share, cost controls, expense reductions, image, competitive market position, productivity, complianceWords that communicate I know what matters to you and here's how I will help

Table of Contents

1. What is the goal of this lecture?

2. Writing a Resume

What is the goal of your Resume?

The number one secret to writing a great Resume

A Resume - analyzed

3. Job Search Advice

How much time and effort are you willing to invest in

finding your dream job?

A quick note on Cover Letters

4. Conclusion

4. Conclusion

Strive to be a PURPLE COW Have a STRATEGY when writing your Resume Invest time and effort and be PREPARED and not underprepared in your job search Always write a Cover Letter

Resources1. The Purple Cow - By Seth Godin

• http://www.sethgodin.com/purple/ • http://sethgodin.typepad.com/ - Blog

2. All you need to know about Resumes - http://www.rockportinstitute.com/resumes.html

3. Comprehensive Resume and Cover Letter Guide – By Alison Doyle - http://twitter.com/AlisonDoyle • http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resumes/a/resumetoc.htm

4. How to nail an interview http://www.howtonailaninterview.com/

5. The number one secret to writing a Great Resume – By Louise Fletcher – http://twitter.com/louise_fletcher http://www.blueskyresumes.com/blog/the-secret-to-a-great-resume/

6. Job Hunting – how much preparation is enough? – By Rowan Manahan - http://twitter.com/Rowan_Manahan

http://fortifyservices.blogspot.com/2009/07/job-hunting-how-much-preparation-is.html

ResourcesContact me:

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THANK YOU!

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