1. Neal Drasga, ACAS Brad Raatz, ACAS Matt Lange September 14, 2009 Resume Workshop

2. September 14, 2009 2 Selling Yourself The Resume

3. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 3 Preparation Learn How to Put a Resume Together –Consult with the Online Writing Lab http://owl.english.purdue.edu/ –Read literature or consult the internet Get Material for Your Resume –Keep active and involved –Document your activities and what you learned from them

4. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 4 Basic Guides Limit it to a single page Keep things simple and bullet pointed Prioritize your achievements and only select a few you are most proud of Do not lie or mislead Do not list references, but make them available upon request Have it proofread

5. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 5 Sections Heading (name and contact information) Objective Qualifications Job History Achievements

6. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 6 Objective Full-time or internship If Full-time, state your preference of: –Insurance company or consulting –Property/Casualty or Life/Health Example: Bad A job in the financial services industry Good A full-time actuarial position with a Property/Casualty insurance company where I can utilize my strong analytical skills and progress towards professional designation

7. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 7 Qualifications Exams Relevant Courses GPA Estimated Graduation Date Computer Skills Order should emphasize strengths

8. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 8 Qualifications – Bad Example Relevant Courses Math 210 - Theory of Interest, Math 220 - Calculus I, Math 230 - Calculus II, Math 242 - Calculus of Several Variables, Math 408 - Actuarial Statistics I, Math 409 - Actuarial Statistics II, Math 415 - Linear Algebra, Math 469 - Methods of Applied Statistics, Math 471 - Actuarial Theory I, Math 472 - Actuarial Theory II, Math 476 - Actuarial Risk Theory, Math 477 - Survival Analysis, Math 478 - Actuarial Modeling, CS 105 - Introduction to Computing, CS 125 - Intro to Computer Science, Econ 102 - Microeconomic Principles, Econ 103 - Macroeconomic Principles, Econ 302 - Intermediate Microeconomics Theory, Econ 303 - Intermediate Macroeconomics Theory, Fin 221 - Corporate Finance, Fin 230 - Introduction to Insurance, Fin 300 - Financial Markets, Fin 321 - Advanced Corporate Finance, Fin 431 - Property-Liability Insurance, Fin 432 - Managing Fin Risk for Insurers, Fin 434 - Employee Benefit Plans

9. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 9 Qualifications – Good Example Relevant Courses Mathematical Theory of Interest Macroeconomics & Macroeconomics Multivariate CalculusStatistical Theory and Probability Linear AlgebraActuarial Modeling Differential Equations Introduction to Statistics Introduction to Actuarial ScienceProbability and Models C++ ProgrammingFinancial and Managerial Accounting Course number not as important as name or description

10. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 10 Job History Internships Tutoring/Teaching Other Emphasize –What you did –What you learned –Skills applied or improved

11. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 11 Job History – Bad Example Job History Internship with XYZ Insurance Company I ran some data from the mainframe and put it into spreadsheet that was distributed to several people weekly. Stockperson for The College Bookstore Stocked new inventory on shelves and reorganized books on shelves for customers who put them in the wrong place.

12. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 12 Job History – Good Example Job History Actuarial Internship with ABC Insurance Company (June 2007-August 2007) Learned about the Auto line of business and basic actuarial techniques by performing rate reviews for the states of Illinois and Indiana. In the process, learned about the underwriting and market impacts of the proposed rate changes through meetings with the underwriters to discuss and refine the proposal. Math Tutor (September 2006-May 2007) Helped students in the remedial Calculus class that were having difficulty understanding the concept in the way it is traditionally taught. Alternate methods were sought out to teach the subject until one was found that worked with the students. Manager for The College Bookstore (June 2006-August 2007) Responsibilities included the training of new employees, developing weekly schedules for all employees to ensure proper coverage, and closing of the store three nights a week.

13. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 13 Achievements Clubs Activities Awards Keep to a reasonable number

14. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 14 Activities/Achievements – Bad Example Activities/Achievements Member of Math Club Member of Actuary Club Member of Science Club Member of XYZ Fraternity Member of Chess Club Honor Roll (Fall 2006 to present) National Merit Scholarship Recipient

15. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 15 Activities/Achievements – Good Example Activities/Achievements Member of the Science Club (August 2007 to present) –Redesigned the Club’s website to capture a calendar of events all members could reference, built an electronic mailing list of members, and created a group mailbox where members could submit questions/comments to the officers of the Club. Member of the Chess Club (August 2006 to present) –As the Head of New Member Committee, put together an advertising campaign to drive interest in the Club, resulting in a 50% increase in membership over the past two years.

16. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 16 Selling Yourself Links Between Resume and Interview

17. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 17 Goals of Interview Communicate your own needs and desires Establish that you are qualified for the position Differentiate yourself from other candidates

18. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 18 How Resume Helps you with the Interview A well written resume gives you some control of the interview Interviewer will most likely scan your resume and begin the conversation there Resume should highlight key skills and experiences –When at a loss for a talking point, look to your resume for guidance If you are not comfortable discussing something, DO NOT put it on your resume Bottom line: Be able to discuss past experiences that convey leadership and other key skills

19. Resume Workshop September 14, 2009 19 Contacts neal.drasga@cna.com john.raatz@cna.com matthew.lange@cna.com