Resume Writing 101

Resume Writing Tips Goals Why do I need a resume? Parts of a Resume Content vs. Design Resume Do’s and Don’ts Activity!

Resumes & Interviews What quality is MOST IMPORTANT to employers in an interview? Job Qualifications Appearance Attitude Communication Skills

Why Do I Need a Resume? Serves as the first glimpse of you Prepares you for an interview Organizes you It’s a living document and should be updated frequently

Parts of a Resume Contact Information Summary ( vs. Objective ) Education Experience Skills Certifications References

Parts of a Resume Contact Information –Name –Address –Phone Number – Address Summary/Profile Statement –Illustrates you & your skills –Connects to other parts of your resume –Get Personal!

Parts of a Resume-Contact Information John M. Smith 1234 Pine Street Indianapolis, IN (317) John M. Smith 1234 Pine Street Indianapolis, IN (317)

Parts of a Resume-Summary

Parts of a Resume Education –High School – Graduation Date –G.P.A. –Relevant Course Work –Position/Awards Experience –Paid or non-Paid

Parts of a Resume Education Hamilton Southeastern High School, Fishers, IN Core 40 Diploma Expected May GPA (optional) Yearbook Committee Member J. Everett Light Career Center, Indianapolis, IN Certificate of Technical Achievement in Culinary Arts-Expected May GPA (optional) First Place-State FCCLA Competition, March, 2011

Experience McDonalds Crew Member, Carmel, IN Worked as part of a team to provide excellent customer service Developed strong interpersonal and time management skills Trained new staff individually and in groups Responsible for financial transactions and managing cash register Humane Society of Hamilton County, Noblesville IN 2011-Current Current volunteer responsible for daily feeding and walking of dogs Assist staff in the on-going care of new kittens and cats. Child Care 2010-Current Provide child care to several families after school, on weekends and during school vacations

Parts of a Resume Skills -Work Related Skills -Technology Related Skills Certifications -C.N.A. -Career Safe -ServSafe -A+ References -Not Mom!

Parts of a Resume Technology Skills Skilled in MS Word and electronic research systems Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher Working knowledge of Adobe platforms and MS Access Familiar with a variety social media platforms Work-Related Skills Knowledgeable of patient care and safety Familiar with privacy and HIPPA Regulations Proficient with electronic medical records Certifications Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) CPR Certified American Welding Society Certification HAZMAT Certification References Mr. David Smith, Manager, McDonalds 4240 Keystone Ave. Carmel, IN (317)

Content vs. Design

John M. Taylor 1234 Pine Street Indianapolis, IN (317) Summary I am a talented go-getter, ready to take on the world with my knowledge and experience gained while earning my Firefighting I and II certification. I enjoy working with others and am a team player who likes to wake up every morning eager to help my community in any way that I can. Education Hamilton Southeastern High School, Fishers, IN Core 40 Diploma Expected May GPA Yearbook Committee Member J. Everett Light Career Center, Indianapolis, IN Certificate of Technical Achievement in Firefighting-Expected May GPA First Place-State HOSA Competition, March, 2011 Experience McDonalds Crew Member, Carmel, IN 2010-Current Worked as part of a team to provide excellent customer service Developed strong interpersonal and time management skills Trained new staff individually and in groups Responsible for financial transactions and managing cash register till Technology & Work-RelatedSkills Skilled in MS Word and electronic research systems Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher Trained in proper utilization of ladders, hoses, fire extinguishers and forcible entry techniques Strong understanding of PPE, HAZMAT regulations and SCBA Certifications Firefighter I & II Hazmat Certification References Mr. David Smith, Manager, McDonalds (317)

Parts of a Resume DO’s! Formatting should look neat and clean. Be honest! Use action verbs – trained, prepared, organized Highlight Transferrable Skills DON’Ts! Spelling Errors Incorrect Information Long Resumes Over-use of the word “I”

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