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1 Introduction to Business & Marketing
Preparing a Resume Introduction to Business & Marketing

2 What is a Resume? Summary of personal info
Outlines your qualifications for a particular job Usually includes: Educational Background Work History Honors & Awards Memberships & Leadership References Résumé should include educational background work history honors and awards membership in club and/or community activities, including leadership positions held and community service references.

3 Keeping a Current Resume
Important to keep your resume current in order to reflect pertinent experience & education. Resume should be customized for each position to which you apply. Resumes change over time!

4 Resumes for Potential Employers
Reviewing an applicant’s resume saves the employer time before and during an interview. How much time does a hiring manager usually spend looking at a resume? 20 seconds (average) 20 seconds per resume

5 Prepare a resume Task 92

6 Identification (Header)
The identification should include contact information: Name Address Telephone Number Address What should stand out the most in the header? JOEY JOBLESS 4321 Home Ct. Town, ST 12345 (555)

7 Summary (Objective) The summary of qualifications or objective statement should indicate the type of job you want or the position for which you are applying. Customize this statement for each application!

8 Education Briar Woods High School Ashburn, VA (expected grad: 2021)
List each school (high school or post-secondary) you have attended in the Education section. Additional information: Dates of Attendance Diplomas or Degrees Earned Courses Related to the Job Briar Woods High School Ashburn, VA (expected grad: 2021) 2017-Present (2016-Present) Advanced Studies Diploma Related Courses:

9 Work History Name of company (The James Family)
List work experience or volunteer work related to the position you are seeking. Additional Information: Past / Current Job(s) Internships Description of Responsibilities Name of company (The James Family) Job Title (Babysitting) Years (2016-Present) Responsibilities (watch 2 kids: age 2, 4)

10 Honors & Awards Include any recognition that you have received at work, school, or in extracurricular settings. Examples include: Scholarships Attendance or Academic Awards Character Awards

11 Memberships & Leadership
Soccer NHS List the organizations that you have participated in or of which you are currently a member. Academic or Athletic Activities Honor Societies Religious Organizations Indicate the dates of membership and specific leadership roles. Key Club Choir SCA Briar Woods High School DECA Chapter Member Present

12 Include skills and aptitudes that are not otherwise specifically stated
Examples: Fluent in Spanish Proficient with Microsoft Office programs CPR certified First Aid certified AED certified Skills Workplace Readiness Skills Credential Test October 2017 W!SE Credential Test January 2018

13 references Heather VanDyke Marketing Teacher 703-957-4400
Think of 3-5 people who can speak highly of you – best insight into your work ethic, professionalism, maturity, etc. Examples: Former Employer Colleague Coach Teacher Supervisor Heather VanDyke Marketing Teacher

14 What make a good resume? Structured & easy to read
Logical flow of information Concise, relevant information Name stands out! Good use of space (layout)

15 Common Mistakes to Avoid
Spelling & Grammatical Errors Writing in the First Person Including Unrelated or (too) Personal Information Repetitive Lacking Organization or Focus

16 Parts of a Resume Worksheet

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