How to Create a Winning & Effective Resume! By: Debra Cruz, MS Career Counselor March 2017
How to Create a Winning & Effective Resume! What is a Winning & Effective Resume? Summary of work experience, education, skills, and attributes in a structured way Well planned, well written Attention Grabber
How to Create a Winning & Effective Resume! Does it Matter? Yes! Introduction for an interview Succinct and concise Customize to each job application
“ ” Pretend you are trying to court me, what would you do to win a date with me? Nordstrom Recruiter, 2014 How to Write a Winning and Effective Resume!
How to Create a Winning & Effective Resume! What Do I Include? Single page Professional font styles Headers & Subheaders Bullet points Action Verbs, key words and phrases* Error free document
How to Create a Winning & Effective Resume! Resume Don’ts Italics or fancy fonts Photographs or graphics Salary Information Slang Exaggerate or embellish your experience
How to Create a Winning & Effective Resume! Before You Get Started…. Know yourself Self assessment: Personality traits, values, interests, strengths Is the job your seeking a good fit?
How to Create a Winning & Effective Resume! Check Out Online Resources The Riley Guide Career One Stop Quintessential California Career Cafe
How to Create a Winning & Effective Resume! Checking In Name three items to include Name one Don’t
Any questions? Make an appointment at Career Services! Thank you! How to Create a Winning & Effective Resume! Debra Cruz, MS Career Counselor