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Resume ◊ Social Media ◊ Interviewing

RESUMES

Structuring Your Resume

The Do’s and Don’ts of Writing Your Resume

Eye Catching Content

STRUCTURING YOUR

RESUMEHeading

Summary

Education

Professional Experience

HEADINGS

Headings should…

SUMMARY

The purpose of the summary is to provide a synopsis of your experience, qualifications, and attributes you posses. This should be a brief paragraph highlighting some key skills. You can make it specific to the job or industry you are applying for or keep it general.

Years of experience

Managerial skills

Decision making skills

Problem solving

SUMMARY (EXAMPLE)

“A sales professional with ten years of corporate experience, strong communication, management, and organizational skills. Effective decision maker with the ability to build relationships at all levels of

management while providing quality service.”

EDUCATION

Add all completed higher education

Add all higher education actively pursuing (only if you are a current student)

Do not add incomplete education

EDUCATION (EXAMPLES)

Example #1

University of South Florida – Current

Anticipated Completion Date – June 2015

Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA)

Example #2

University of South Florida – Graduated 2009

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Example #3

University of South Florida – Graduated 2007

Bachelors of Arts (BA)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Must be in a chronological order

Most recent job first

Company name, city & state, dates of employment and current job title

Make sure dates are accurate

Bullet point your job responsibilities

No stand alone paragraphs

Highlight all career accomplishments

Increased Profits, Decreased Expenses, Performance Awards

WORK EXPERIENCE (EXAMPLE)Chandran Media Las Vegas, NV 10/2008 – 10/2010

U.S. Area Sales Manager/Recruiter

Developed a sales strategy that ensured a 7% increase in monthly revenue

Responsible for the performance and development of the Account Executives on a quarterly basis

Prepared action plans for individuals for effective lead generation

Initiated and developed action plans to penetrate new markets

Oversaw all internal recruiting for account managers across the country

RESUME DO’S AND DON’TS

DO DON’T

Use action words.

Keep paragraphs under seven lines.

Be honest.

Check thoroughly for grammar and spelling mistakes.

Use high-quality paper that is white, ivory or another conservative color.

Make sure your resume is clear and visually pleasing.

Make your resume unique.

Be vague.

Be too focused on job duties.

Write about inappropriate and unnecessary personal experiences.

Always pertain to your activities to the job you are seeking.

Use personal pronouns, such as "I" and "me."

Include copies of transcripts, letters of recommendation or awards.

Include reasons you left your previous job or salary.

Staple your resume.

QUESTIONS?

Remember!

• Re-vamped resumes are due at the next session.

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Resume ◊ Social Media ◊ Interviewing

SOCIAL MEDIA

What is Social Media?

Importance of Social Media

Represents Your Personal Brand

Enhances Job Search

WHAT IS SOCIAL MEDIA?

Social media are computer-mediated tools that allow people to create, share or exchange information, ideas, and pictures/videos in virtual communities and networks.

IMPORTANCE OF SOCIAL

MEDIARepresents Your Personal Brand

Describe Your Personal Brand

Style of Clothes

Favorite Hobby

Representation of You

“Personal brand is what people say about you when you leave the room”

- Jeff Bezos, Founder of Amazon.com

PERSONAL BRAND

“Now that we are ambassadors for Christ…”

2 Corinthians 5:20

Personal brand directly represents you as an Ambassador of Christ

Therefore it is our due diligence that the representation of Christ is upheld in an upright and professional manner

PERSONAL BRAND

Recruiters or Hiring Managers will research your personal brand to ensure it matches resume or interview.

Topics that are not legally allowed to ask in an interview, recruiters can find on social media due to its public display.

Job seekers need to carefully develop and maintain their brand.

Your brand represents you, your social media reflects your personality and potentially your approach to professionalism

PERSONAL BRAND

Clean-up all social media sites prior to submission of job application!

Social Media sites should: Not include controversial topics

Example: political discussions

Be modest

Be a true representation of your character

Include a professional picture

Reflect soft skills

Example: usage of correct grammar

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE SOCIAL

MEDIA FORUM?

FACEBOOK

Even if you are not friends with someone, people can usually see your profile photos, things that you "like," and your personal information. Therefore, it is important to make sure you keep your account professional.

LINKEDIN

LinkedIn is a business-oriented social networking site that allows you to connect with employers and follow groups and organizations that interest you.

LinkedIn will also help educate you about the organization and notify you when jobs have been posted.

When setting your profile picture, make sure to use the most professional photo you own.

Note: LinkedIn is a Revolving door

Gives insight to the employer just as much as it gives the employer insight to a potential employee

TWITTER

Twitter is a micro-blogging platform, allowing you to share updates with your followers in 140 characters or less.

Share content about your own interests or your industry. Engaging in a conversation is a great way to make connections and get noticed.

Use (#) hashtags that prospective organizations are using to enhance your chances of communicating.

INSTAGRAM

Instagram is an online mobile photo and video sharing application that enables its users to share them on a variety of social networking platforms such as Facebook, and twitter

Visual Self expression

USING JOB BOARDS

QUESTIONS?

Remember:

• To clean up all social media that can hurt your personal

brand.

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Resume ◊ Social Media ◊ Interviewing

INTERVIEWING

Interview Preparation

Proper Introduction

Interviewing Do’s and Don’ts

Phone Interviewing

Common Interview Questions

Closing the Interview

Attire & Presentation

PREPARING FOR THE

INTERVIEWResearch company website (In-Person or Phone)

Prepare your clothes

Prepare your resumes

Prepare your questions (In-Person or Phone)

Prepare your driving directions

Get some rest

Prepare to WIN!

PROPER INTRODUCTION

Always…

Give a firm handshake

Keep eye contact

Give your first & last name

Speak clearly

Smile

INTERVIEWING DO’S AND DON’TS

Do Don’t

Arrive 10 minutes early.

Clarify questions.

Give your qualifications.

Anticipate tough questions.

Ask questions.

Listen.

Dress appropriately.

Be professional.

Answer vague questions.

Interrupt the interviewer.

Be overly familiar, even if the interviewer is.

Ramble.

Lie.

Express resentment.

Don't wear heavy perfume or cologne.

PHONE INTERVIEWING

Be Professional

Be Positive

Be in a quiet space

Articulate & enunciate your words

Smile

PHONE INTERVIEWING

Don’t get distracted

Personal Voicemail

Personal Ringtone

Keep resume in front of you

Have company website open to review (If possible)

COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

General

Tell me about yourself.

Why did you leave your last job/Why are you leaving your current job?

What would your previous co-workers and supervisors say about you?

Why do you want to work for our Company?

Why should we hire you over someone else for this position?

What are your greatest strengths? What weaknesses would you like to improve on?

What are you seeking in your next job?

What motivates you to do your best on the job?

What qualities do you value in a Supervisor?

What has been a professional accomplishment you are significantly proud of?

COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

Behavioral-Based

Give an example of a time when you had to make an important decision between different options.

Provide an example of a time when you used good judgment and logic to solve a problem.

Give me an example of a specific occasion in which you had to conform to a policy or decision you didn’t agree with.

Tell me about a time when you had to go above and beyond the call of duty to accomplish a task.

Tell me about a time when you had to take initiative to develop an idea or project. What was it and how were the results?

Tell me about a time when you had to teach someone a new skill or procedure.

Tell me about a time when you had to work well under pressure.

Tell me about a time when you resolved a conflict or disagreement with another employee on the job.

CLOSING THE INTERVIEW

Job seekers often second-guess themselves after interviews.

By asking good questions and closing strongly, you can reduce post-interview doubts.

If you feel that the interview went well and you want to take the next step, express your interest to the interviewer.

Try an approach like the following:

"After learning more about your company, the position and responsibilities, I believe that I have the qualities you are looking for. Are there any issues or concerns that would lead you to believe otherwise?"

CLOSING THE INTERVIEW

If concerns do exist, you may be able to create an opportunity to overcome them, and have one final chance to dispel the concerns.

Sell your strengths and end the interview on a positive note.

Make sure that you have thoroughly answered these questions during the interview: "Why are you interested in our company?" and "What can you

offer?"

Express appreciation for the interviewer's time and consideration. Don't expect an offer to be made or a specific salary to be

discussed during your first interview.

THE FOLLOW UP

After your interview, follow-up is critical.

When you get in your car, immediately write down key issues uncovered in the interview. Think of the qualifications the employer is looking for and match your strengths to them.

A "thank you" letter or email should be written no later than 24 hours after the interview.

If you are working with a recruiter be sure to call them to discuss your interview and your next steps.

ATTIRE & PRESENTATION

Men/Women: No tight fitted clothing, Tailored clothing

Women: No skirts above the knee

Men/Women: No visible tattoos

Men: No excessive facial hair, keep it well groomed

Women: No outrageous long nails

French tip or clear polish preferably

Men/Women: No wild haircuts/hairdos, keep it conservative

Men/Women: Conservative color suits (Black, Blue, or Grey)

YES!YES!

NO!!!

NO!

QUESTIONS?

Remember:

• Mock Interviews will be conducted at the next session.

• If you have not signed up for a time slot please do so before

you leave.