Eaglevision Ministries, Inc. Pat Cross

Education History High School/GED Post High School Education Special Training/Certifications Employment History Dates of Employment Address/Phone Job Title Job Responsibilities Phone Numbers Supervisor Names Your Special Accomplishments

Organize! 1.Most recent first 2.Oldest - Last 3.Write it out so you can read it before you type it Separate employment information by date

Write it out first -- to see what you have

 1 or 2 sentences  Be short and to the point  Avoid wordiness  Avoid job titles. It is best to use broad categories of jobs rather than specific titles. The job objective provides a focus for your resume.

Clearly state what sort of a job you want Job objectives should be stated as verb phrases rather than sentences. rather than sentences. Carefully selected verbs will make you sound confident Omit "I-centered" or obvious statements. Such as "where I can learn" or "which will enable me to advance."

1. What kind of position do you seek? 2. What kind of company do you want to work for? If you have several job objectives, you may have a resume for each specific objective

Sample Job Objectives A responsible position in retail sales. Position as a Word Processing Secretary that will utilize my computer knowledge, strong people skills, organizational abilities, and business experience. To obtain a position in the construction industry utilizing my 5 years experience in carpentry and commercial construction.

WHAT DID I DO? List what SPECIFIC tasks you did in a day or a week Think hard and remember to include everything Write these on your resume under Job Duties or Responsibilities Most important first Avoid long narratives Be specific

Responsible for fry cook station, customer service, cashier and kitchen maintenance. Assisted manager in scheduling and inventory. Responsible for general written correspondence, multi-line telephone, and customer service. Created marketing plan which increased sales 5% over 4 months.

JOHN DOE 1200 Elm St Lansing, MI Objective: To obtain a clerical position in the health care field Education Waverly High School LCC Health Unit Coordinator Certificate 6/2005 – 8/2006 Dr. James Johnson M.D. Lansing, MI Receptionist Scheduling patient appointments, patient charting, cash reconciliation 4/2003 – 4/2005 Dimondale Center Dimondale, MI Health Unit Clerk Patient charting, Order Inventory

REVIEW and CORRECT Spelling Dates –Accurate –Missing –Addresses Yours as well as employers Action Verbs Descriptive adverbs

GAPS – Missing Dates Gaps in your employment history raise red flags to the person reviewing your resume. Whenever possible fill in large date gaps with real information »Caring for a spouse or parent »Stay at home parent with young children »Retraining or educational time »Looking for employment

Use ACTION Verbs Accomplished Developed Managed BuiltSupervised Created Organized

Excellent Proficient Extensive Advanced Successful - Successfully Use Descriptive Adverbs

Always include a cover letter whether »Faxed »Mailed - or »By internet Print resume on quality paper

COVER LETTER First View of YOU to your potential employer Written to a specific person or “Human Resource Manager” States where you saw the job posted (advertised) Contains several sentences specific to your skills and abilities that qualify you for this job. Invites personal contact back to you

Pumping It Up! Action Verbs Descriptive Adverbs This is ALL about Why you are the BEST Person for the job!

I have extensive customer service experience. Successfully carried our branch to the next level in sales. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficient in all types of warehouse equipment, with a certification in forklift. For Example ………

“Buzz” Words Multi-task Detail Oriented Team Member Problem Solving Dependable Assisted Demonstrated Ability Facilitate Organizational skills

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