1. Creating a Winning Resume CONNECT Class 10 – Inside Track Development Mike Fellows ~ 719-659-6787 December 03, 2009

2. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track2 Why is a Resume important? Your resume is your passport to new opportunities Have updated and ready at all times Write something powerful that highlights Strong skills Key qualifications Capabilities Immediate contributions you will make Believe in yourself & your abilities Remain self-assured & competitive Ensure your accomplishments are heralded This is your opportunity to sell yourself

3. 10/12/2015 CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track 3 What does your resume look like now? Does it include: Every (relevant) job since you started working? Does your resume include a generic “feel good” objective/qualification summary statement? Specific “keywords”?

4. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track4 Anatomy of a Resume Heading Experience Summary/Profile Certifications Technical Skills Education Professional Development Clearances Publications Presentations Professional Affiliations Awards & Recognition

5. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track5 Resume Formats The top third of the resume is valuable real estate! It answers “Why should you hire me?” Use this space to sell your credentials and IMPLY your objective Show how you can make immediate contributions

6. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track6 Resume Format Maximum of 2 pages Clean, clear 12 pt font White space Clean margins and alignment Header with name & page number on page 2

7. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track7 Accomplishments Ability to deliver quality work under deadlines Project planning and documentation experience Project ownership and responsibility Ability to work as part of a diverse team Your “fit” with the corporate culture Answer the “So what?” question

8. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track8 Think about your accomplishments Did you save money or time? How? Did you design new systems? How? Did you meet budget? Come in under budget? How? Did you recognize potential problems? What was it and how did you resolve it? Did you write or re-write any procedures? Which one? Why?

9. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track9 Accomplishments, con’t. Did you start a new program or project? Why? How? Did you increase sales? Generate new business? How? Did you assume new responsibilities? HOW? Result? Did you train or mentor anyone? Who, Why, How? Have you participated in Networking Groups, Professional Development, and Professional Associations? Which ones? Leadership positions?

10. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track10 Accomplishment statement: Which one is better? Before: Responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining workstations and systems. After: Improved systems uptime from 91% to 99.9% for 350 corporate and remote users through expert, cross- platform (Windows NT/UNIX) troubleshooting & maintenance

11. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track11 Accomplishments, con’t. Before: Responsible for improvements in software architecture and processes After: Advocated development of new approaches to re-configurable architectures, allowing leveraging of COTS software resulting in 50% cost savings and 4-6 month earlier deliveries

12. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track12 Accomplishments…. Before: Responsible for system testing and requirements verification via simulation tools After: Fostered greater use of distributed simulation tools to maximize end-to-end analysis coverage for risk reduction of costly system testing in field and laboratories

13. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track13 Transferable Skills, con’t. Human Relations/Interpersonal Skills Listening Motivating Counseling Representing Others Organization, Management and Leadership Coordinating tasks and managing groups Promoting change Managing conflict

14. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track14 Additional Information Other tips

15. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track15 DON’T include: (Tailor your data) Elaborate fonts, pictures, wild colors Irrelevant information, too much information or not enough information Misspellings, typos or poor grammar Outdated info PPT or PDF versions Unrelated experience or accomplishments

16. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track16 DON’T include (Con’t): References Names of past supervisors Compensation information Personal information Unprofessional email addresses or personal websites Reasons for leaving

17. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track17 Let’s review….Can you answer “Yes!” to these statements? I provide a combination of job responsibilities and accomplishments for each position My resume is targeted to my current goals I’ve incorporated “buzzwords” that apply to my qualifications My resume contains specific examples of how managers benefited from my work I have included measurable outcomes of my work with action verbs

18. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track18 Resume Quiz..… I have not included any personal information such as age or marital status on my resume There are no pronouns on my resume My resume has been carefully proofread and I have shared it with trusted colleagues to make sure it is error-free I have checked the formatting to be sure that the electronic version is “clean” (macros)

19. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track19 Don’t forget the Transferable Skills! Transferable skills: abilities, aptitudes & qualities that can be applied anywhere! Communication Speaking effectively Writing concisely Facilitating discussion Providing feedback Negotiating Research and Planning Identifying problems and solutions Gathering information Setting goals and defining needs Analyzing

20. 10/12/2015CONNECT Class 10– Inside Track20 Wrap Up Behavioral Questions Give me an example of a time when you set a goal and were able to meet it. Give me a specific example of a time when you had to conform to a policy with which you did not agree. Tell me about a time when you had to go above and beyond to get a job done. What is your typical way of dealing with conflict? Give me an example. Give me an example of a time when something you tried to accomplish and failed. Give me an example of when you showed initiative and took the lead. Tell me about a situation in which you had to deal with a very upset customer. Give me an example of a time when you motivated others. Tell me about a time when you delegated a project effectively. Describe a time when you anticipated potential problems and developed preventive measures. Tell me about a time when you were forced to make an unpopular decision. Describe a time when you set your sights too high (or too low).