the resume · 2018-08-29 · the resume the average time a manager takes to scan a resume and...
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The Resume
The average time a manager takes to scan a resume and determine if
the applicant should be granted an interview is 20
seconds.
A resume should present a
person’s abilities &
accomplishments in previous work
experiences.
A well prepared resume is the
first step towards gaining an INTERVIEW with a potential
employer.
Resume
Presentation
One page in length with a minimum of ¾”
margins
Printed on neutral colored paper
Neat and easy to read
Have heading, education,
experience, and references sections
(in that order)
Have the title of each category stand out by using a bold or
larger font
Should be free of staples and folds
Resume Tips
Be honest - do not stretch the truth!
Never list exact dates. The month and year is
sufficient
Never list the date your resume was
created; it will appear out of date if it is more than a few months old
Do not use “I statements” such as: I can type 60 words per
minute
Do use action words and statement instead
such as: Skilled in typing 60 words per
minute
Use acronyms only after defining them
Resume Tips
Do NOT include the following Personal Information on a resume
Your weight, height, social
security number, birth
date, or marital status
Salary histories
Reasons for leaving past
jobs
Hobbies, activities, and memberships not related to the job being applied for
Heading
Address
• If you have both a permanent and current address you should include both.
Phone Number
• The phone number should be the one that has voice mail or an answering machine with a professional message.
• Should be professional
Objective
The objective describes the position you want, especially when you submit a resume to a company without a formal application.
Seeking a position as a desk clerk in the Cache Valley.
To obtain an entry-level position as a
CNA.
To obtain an entry-level position in the fast food industry.
Education
Your most recent
educational experience should be listed first.
Institution attending
Date of graduation
Minors or concentrations
Only list your G.P.A. if it is higher than 3.0
Special workshops, seminars,
coursework, or senior projects
Include these items only if they strengthen the
resume by relating to the job being
applied for.
Education
• Bridgerland Applied Technology School
– CNA course completion May 2008
• Mt. Crest High School
– Graduation: May 2008
– GPA: 3.81
Work Experience
Experience comes in many forms. Be sure to include part-time and seasonal jobs, internships, volunteer work, etc.
Position held
Name and location of the organization
Dates of employment
Describe work responsibilities using active language
Experience
Cheesy Burgers Logan, Ut June 2004 to present
Food Server
– Performed effectively in outdoor conditions focusing on excellent
customer service.
– Operate cash register and maintain correct cash amount in drawer.
Mt. Crest High School Hyrum, Ut Sept 2002 to June 2003
Teacher’s Assistant
– Organized filing system for business educator.
– Oversaw the planning of a Business Professionals of America meeting
for 150 people.
Use Active
Language Accommodated, Accomplished, Achieved, Acquired, Allocated,
Applied, Assisted, Budgeted, Chaired, Collected, Combined,
Communicated, Compared, Continued, Converted, Cooperatively,
Corrected, Created, Critiqued, Decided, Defined, Delegated,
Delivered, Determined, Developed, Discussed, Distinguished,
Donated, Earned, Educated, Effectively, Eliminated, Encouraged,
Ensured, Evaluated, Facilitated, Finalized, Formed, Gathered,
Generated, Governed, Granted, Grouped, Guided, Identified,
Illustrated, Implemented, Improved, Incorporated, Increased,
Informed, Interviewed, Introduced, Learned, Maintained, Managed
Marketed, Motivated, Observed, Obtained, Operated, Ordered,
Organized, Originated, Participated, Performed, Presented,
Promoted, Proved, Received, Recommended, Resolved,
Responded, Scheduled, Secured, Selected, Skilled, Succeeded, Supervised, Taught, Utilized
Action
Statements
• Part-Time Job – Saved money from a part-time job to finance the
purchase of a new car.
– Assisted in training 3 new employees during a 2-week period.
– Received the May employee of the month award.
– Developed sales interaction and communication skills in a diverse and dynamic environment.
– Gained a true appreciation for the value of customer service and satisfaction.
– Supervised daily operations of 4 employees.
Action
Statements
• Farm-Hand – Managed and maintained the livestock feed for 150
cattle.
– Assisted in managing day-to-day operations for a 2000-acre farm.
– Operated heavy machinery while harvesting grains, hay and sugar beets.
– Developed a new organization system in the farm shop in order to help aid faster and better productivity.
– Responsible for planting, maintaining, and harvesting 500 acres of hay.
Skills
Identify skills that would strengthen you as a
candidate for the job being applied for. What can
you do for an employer?
For each skill, write a
one line statement that clearly
and concisely describes how you
have used and
developed the skill in the
past.
Skills could include
things such as
knowledge of software, foreign
languages, leadership, teamwork,
etc.
Honors, Awards,
Activities, Volunteer
Work
Include dates
If you were elected to offices or committees, mention it. Recognition and demonstration of leadership roles are valuable.
If the activities involved related work responsibilities, note it in some detail. The employer is interested in the skills you have
developed whether through volunteer or paid experiences.
Action
Statements
• Extra-Curricular Activities
– Participated in the Family, Career, and Community Leaders of
America (FCCLA) club as a member in a chapter of 32 students.
– Created 15 posters for the Pep Club to be placed throughout the
community during basketball tournaments.
– Motivated 11 basketball team members from my position as the
team captain.
– Communicated effectively with 35 football Coordinated team
building activities.
– Performed in an octet at the State Music Festival and awarded a
1st place rating for a crowd of 250 people.
– Learned how to take constructive criticism from judges and
educators to improve performances.
References
References should be
available as an attachment, but not listed on the actual
resume
A section titled “References”
with the phrase
“References Available upon
Request” should be
written on the bottom of the
resume.
A person should have
3-5 references listed on a
separate page of paper
References
• Name of the person & their job title
• Address, phone number, and e-mail address where they can be easily reached.
Information to include with
references is:
• Your reference is more likely to give you a positive review if they are expecting a phone call from a potential employer and they understand the job you are applying for.
Always ask for reference’s
permission before submitting a name
to a potential employer.