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Why is a Resume important?
Your resume is your passport to new opportunitiesHave 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
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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”?
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Anatomy of a Resume
HeadingExperienceSummary/ProfileCertificationsTechnical SkillsEducationProfessional Development
ClearancesPublicationsPresentationsProfessional AffiliationsAwards & Recognition
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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 objectiveShow how you can make immediate contributions
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Resume Format
Maximum of 2 pagesClean, clear 12 pt fontWhite spaceClean margins and alignmentHeader with name & page number on page 2
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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
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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?
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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?
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Additional Information
Other tips
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DON’T include: (Tailor your data)
Elaborate fonts, pictures, wild colorsIrrelevant information, too much information or not enough informationMisspellings, typos or poor grammarOutdated infoPPT or PDF versionsUnrelated experience or accomplishments
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DON’T include (Con’t):
ReferencesNames of past supervisorsCompensation informationPersonal informationUnprofessional email addresses or personal websitesReasons for leaving
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Let’s review….Can you answer “Yes!” to these statements?
I provide a combination of job responsibilities and accomplishments for each positionMy resume is targeted to my current goalsI’ve incorporated “buzzwords” that apply to my qualificationsMy resume contains specific examples of how managers benefited from my workI have included measurable outcomes of my work with action verbs
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Resume Quiz..…
I have not included any personal information such as age or marital status on my resumeThere are no pronouns on my resumeMy resume has been carefully proofread and I have shared it with trusted colleagues to make sure it is error-freeI have checked the formatting to be sure that the electronic version is “clean” (macros)
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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
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Helpful Resources
Use the Internet for help when neededWebsites (Google Search for…)
Free Resume Builder Strong Resume Verbs Free Resume Examples in Word Sample Resumes http://jobs.aol.com/articles/category/resume-examples http://www.career.vt.edu/jobsearc/resumes/formats.htm#C
hronological
Colleagues, Friends, Family Proofreading, courtesy reviews Mock interview with tough questions Find a Mentor
Someone you admire, respect, desire to be like
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Wrap Up
Behavioral Interview 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).
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OBJECTIVE Sales management trainee position; goal to lead and train a sales staffEDUCATION B.A., Communication Studies, Public Relations Option, Marketing Minor, December 2002
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and (Virginia Tech), Semester at Sea, Spring 2001GPA: In-major: 3.3./4.0 Overall: 2.6/4.0Earned 50% of educational expenses
SKILLS Marketing / Sales / PromotionGrossed $15,000 in three months with summer painting businessRaised $600.00 in advertising space for fraternity folder projectRaised $400.00 for fraternity sponsored car showCold canvassed community for potential clientsCreated informational brochure for apartment leasing companyDeveloped advertising campaign for class projectManagement / Training / Organizational AbilityManaged daily activities of own painting business including renting/purchasing equipment and supplies, hiring assistants, budgeting, payrollArranged client contracts for painting businessAssisted in organizing talent show and benefit auction for Semester at SeaCoordinated sales presentation strategy for fraternity car show and trained others in sales techniquesTrained new restaurant employeesAided in refurbishing and renovating a restaurantPerformed restaurant duties ranging from busboy to night managerCommunications / Language / Creative ProjectsCreated multimedia presentation using slides, music, and narration to brief incoming Virginia Tech students during orientationDeveloped sales presentations and assisted with advertising campaigns including radio spots, newspaper ads, billboards, posters, brochures Designed and distributed flyers for painting business Traveled around the world with Semester at Sea and used conversational Spanish skills
WORK EXPERIENCE
Self-Employed, (Partnership) Painters, , Summer 2001Waiter, Leonard's of , DC, Summers 1999, 2000, 2001
ACTIVITIES Pi Sigma Epsilon - National professional fraternity in marketing, sales management and sellingTheater Arts, Virginia TechSeveral roles in: "The Bride," "The Monster and Steven," "If Men Played Cards as Women."
Jacob A. Kelly600 Jackson St., Apt. C · Blacksburg, VA 24060 · (540) 555-2121 · Email: [email protected]
4156 Hawthorne Circle, Reston, VA 12345 (703) 654-3210
CHRISTOPHER P. GIMBLEAddress: (through May 15, 2003)(540) 555-0000Email: [email protected]
Permanent address:49303 Rolling Road(765) 345-7654
OBJECTIVEInternship or summer job in the area of criminal justice and law; particular interest in juvenile delinquency
EDUCATIONBachelor of Arts, Sociology; Minor: Human Development, expected August 2004Virginia Polytechnic Institute and (Virginia Tech), GPA: 3.1 Earning 40% of college expenses through summer and part-time work Content features:Relevant college activities detailed like employment.
Experience includes volunteer work.Other, less relevant employment separated and not detailed.
Relevant Courses listed.Related CoursesDeviant BehaviorSociology of Law Families Under Stress
The Family in the EcosystemAdolescence and Early ChildhoodSociology of Corrections
RELATED EMPLOYMENT AND COLLEGE ACTIVITIESResident Assistant, Residential and Dining Programs, Virginia Tech , September 2001 – presentDevelop programs for, advise, and manage 60 residentsEnforce residence hall policiesServe as a liaison between residents and student affairs administrationPanel Member, Tech, September 2002 – presentServe as a student representative on the University Judicial PanelConsider alleged violations of the honor system to determine guilt or innocenceHotline Assistant, (Volunteer), , January 2001 – presentAssist, advise, and refer individuals on issues related to personal needsTrained six volunteers in counseling techniques and proceduresCoordinate personnel scheduling
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCEWaiter, Backstreets, September 2001 – present (during college) Sales Clerk, Homeline Department Store, Summer 2002Laborer, Walt Construction, Summers 2000 & 2001
AWARDS & HONORSHarold T. Smith Scholarship National finalist, Hallmark Award Art Competition
Dean's List (two semesters)Governor's State Scholarship
Thomas Vandeveer 1105 New 540-555-4321
OBJECTIVE Challenging business financial analyst position specializing in economics
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Two years' experience in economic & financial management analysis Web-based coordination of business & e-commerce strategy Statistical, spatial, and econometric modeling and analysis Database management
EDUCATIONM.S. Applied Economics, May 2000 GPA: 3.8/4.0Thesis: “Framework for Economic Impact Assessment of IPM-CRSP: a GIS application”B.A. Economics, Minor: Chemistry, July 1997 GPA: 3.0/4.0Specialization: Macroeconomics & FinanceVirginia Polytechnic Institute and (Virginia Tech),
COMPUTER SKILLSPlatforms: Windows 3.1/95/98/NT/2000Software: GIS (ArcView, ArcIMS, ARC/INFO, BusinessMAP Pro, ATLAS GIS, ACT 1.25), Lotus 1-2-3, MS Office Pro 97/2000, WordPerfect 2000, MINITAB, Mathematica, STATA, SAS, SAS JMP, DREAM, Adobe PageMaker, PhotoShop, and Acrobat.Programming: Pascal, Flash, JavaScript, HTML, DHTML, and XHTML
RELEVANT EXPERIENCEFreelance Web Consultant, , May 2000 – present AGECON.COM | AFRICOMP.COM | IFAF.NET | GUAYLA.COMGenerate business leads and design complete web solutions for clients.Formulate e-strategic guidance and conceptual consulting. Provide interface design; content research, development, and synthesis.Perform the evaluation, planning, development, deployment and ongoing use of web-based mechanisms and information.Build and maintain economic and spatial database.Research Assistant, , January 1998 – July 2000Office of Institutional Research and Development, Virginia Polytechnic Institute & Designed a framework for assessing economic impact of USAID-funded Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program.Performed economic (Benefit-Cost Analysis) and statistical analysis of IPM programs using database-based computer program called DREAM.Traveled to both sites and collected primary and secondary data and information.Examined the transferability of IPM technologies and their adoption beyond the primary sites using spatial modeling within a framework of geographic information system (GIS) technology.Researcher, , December 1996 – August 1997 Agricultural & Applied Economics Department, Virginia Polytechnic Institute & Examined the effects of communication and transport infrastructures on economic development; reviewed literature and collected relevant data and information.Performed empirical examination using econometric methods on SAS JM.
AWARDS AND ACTIVITIESOutstanding Leadership & Service Award, African Students Association, February 1998Certificate of Achievement, U.S. Committee for UNICEF, fall 1996President 1996-97, Secretary 1995-96, Virginia Tech African Students AssociationCaptain and Manager 1996-present, San George Intramural Soccer Team
