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Facilitator Check List

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CHECK IN

• Introductions of group members• Individual and group goals for the

workshop• Ice Breaker

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ICE BREAKER!!!


Bingo Resume Information Training Games

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OBJECTIVE

• To provide the skills and tools for creating and preparing your own resume


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• What is a resume?• What types of resumes are there?• What should you include on a resume?• What are your skills and attributes?• Who are your references?

AGENDA

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How long do you think an employer looks at each

resume?


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The average employer looks at a resumebetween 10-15 seconds. This is the timethey decide to either KEEP IT or TOSS IT.


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DOES YOUR RESUME PASS THE TEST?


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WHAT IS A RESUME?


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• Advertisement selling a product….YOU!

• Specifically your skills, experiences, and attributes.

• First meeting between you and the employer

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Overall it’s your FIRST STEP towards employment.


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TYPES OF RESUMES THE KEY IS BALANCE

Chronological Presents your education

followed by our work experience

Ideal for people with extensive experience and no gaps in work history

Shows a steady job progression Works well for those obtaining a

similar position doing similar work

Includes dates

Functional Highlights relevant skills and

accomplishments Used when you have

a variety of work experience Includes skills and no dates

Combo/Hybrid A balance between the functional

and chronological resume styles It highlights your skills, followed

by a list of relevant experience and education

Works well for those with little formal experience

The most commonly used resume

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ACTIVITY BREAK


Card Game

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SECTIONS OF A RESUME


1. Header2. Objective / Personal Profile3. Summary of Qualifications4. Skills and Attributes5. Employment and Volunteer Experience6. Education and/or Certification7. References

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HEADER OF A RESUME


• Name• Address• Telephone/Cell phone Number• E-mail address

www.gmail.com www.hotmail.com www.yahoo.ca

http://www.gmail.com/

http://www.hotmail.com/

http://www.yahoo.ca/

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Barbara Barista123 Whatever St

Anywhere, B.C. A1A 1A1Home: 604-555-2222 Cell: 778-888-8888

[email protected]

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OBJECTIVE / PERSONAL PROFILE

• Introduces you to the employer• Provides focus by telling the employer

what you want• States clearly to employer what you have

to offer


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OBJECTIVE:Customer Service position with Crazy Bean coffee Company.

PROFILE:A personable individual with strong communication skills, who is committed to complete customer service and satisfaction. Recognized as friendly, motivated and always welcomes a challenge. Capable, trustworthy, and dependable.

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ACTIVITY BREAK


Job Posting Activities

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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• What makes you the best person for the job?

• List the top four or five skills & qualifications here.

• Include skills mentioned in the job posting if applicable.

NOC Codes

http://www5.hrsdc.gc.ca/NOC/English/NOC/2006/Welcome.aspx

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QUALIFICATIONS• Professional customer service provider• Proficient in handling cash, taking payments and

making change• Passion for fashion and clothing

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SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES• Hard Skills: can be taught or certified in.

– E.g. Typing, handling cash, first aid, SuperHost

• Soft Skills: personal attributes– E.g. Punctual, energetic, flexible, team-player

• Include an accomplishment statement to support your attributes

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ACTIVITY BREAK


Attribute Rummy Personal Attributes Skills

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ACCOMPLISHMENT STATEMENTS

• Written proof of what you have accomplished (use numbers if applicable)

• A success story from your past work experience

• Shows how you are unique or what value you can bring


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HARD ACCOMPLISHMENT STATEMENT

• Uses numbers, percentages and factsE.g. Managed a team of six sales associatesand increased store sales by 25% for themonth of December


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SOFT ACCOMPLISHMENT STATEMENTS

• Uses words and descriptions

E.g. Implemented new employee trainingprogram that dramatically increasedproductivity and morale.


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Best“Increased reported customer satisfaction

rate by 20% by providing effective

training for more than 15 new employees in a six month period.”

ACOMPLISHMENT STATEMENTS:

Better“Trained more than 15 new employees over a

six month period resulting in increased

customer satisfaction.”

Good

“Trained new employees resulting in

increased customer satisfaction.

OK “Trained new employees.”

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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

• Job title• Name of the company• Dates of employment (years only)• Location of the company (optional)

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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCECashier GAP 2003-2006Pizza Driver Pizza Hut 2006-

2008

Cashier 2003-2006GAP, Langley, B.C.Pizza Driver 2006-

2008Pizza Hut, Langley, B.C.

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VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE• Non-paid work experiences• E.g. Candy Striper at hospital, dog walker

for BCSPCA, Big Brother/Sister, Scouts/Guides

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VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCECandy Striper L.M.H. 2003-2006Dog Walker SPCA Surrey 2003-present

Candy StriperL.M.H. Langley, B.C. 2003-2006Dog WalkerSPCA Surrey, B.C. 2003-present

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EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• High School • Post-secondary school or training• Certificates e.g. Forklift operator, first-aid,

Serving It Right, SuperHost, Food Safe, WHIMIS

• Professional Development e.g. Workshops with no certification

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EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• Certification or degree• Name of institution/program• Dates• Location


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EDUCATION and TRAINING

Grade 12 diploma Surrey Central High School 2007First Aid Level 1 St Johns Ambulance 2006Youth Connect Conference Youth Works Society 2008

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REFERENCES• Provides employer with background

information• Should be on separate sheet of matching

paper• 3-4 references are enough• Given upon request – usually at interview


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TYPES OF REFERENCES• Work – most recent job (supervisor or

manager)• Academic – professor or teacher who

knows if you are capable• Personal/Character – adult who is able to

vouch for your good character and desirable personality traits


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REFERENCESBob ManagerPizza Hut, Night [email protected]

Rev. Sally MinisterSurrey Central United Church604-333-1122


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mailto:[email protected]

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Any Questions???


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CHECK OUT• Closing Activity• Feedback Forms• Resource Packages

THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME!


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