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PREPARING A RESUME Introduction to Business & Marketing
WHAT IS A RESUME?
Summary of personal information that outlines yourqualifications for a job
Usually includes: Educational BackgroundWork HistoryHonors & AwardsMemberships & Leadership References
KEEPING A CURRENT RESUME
It is important to keep your resume current in order to reflect pertinent experience & education.
Your resume should be customized for each position to which you apply.
Resumes change over time!
RESUMES FOR POTENTIAL EMPLOYERS
Reviewing an applicant’s resume saves the employer time before and during an interview.
How much time does a hiring manager usually spend looking at a resume?
20 seconds (average)
PREPARE A RESUME Task 92
IDENTIFICATION (HEADER)
The identification should include contact information:NameAddress Telephone Number Email AddressWhat should stand out the most in the header?
SUMMARY (OBJECTIVE)
The summary of qualificationsor objective statement should indicate the type of job you want or the position for which you are applying.
Customize this statement for each application!
EDUCATION
List each school (high school or post-secondary) you have attended in the Educationsection.
Additional information:Dates of AttendanceDiplomas or Degrees EarnedCourses Related to the Job
WORK HISTORY
List work experience or volunteer work related to the position you are seeking.
Additional Information: Past / Current Job(s) InternshipsDescription of Responsibilities
HONORS & AWARDS
Include any recognition that you have received at work, school, or in extracurricular settings.
Examples include: ScholarshipsAttendance or Academic AwardsCharacter Awards
MEMBERSHIPS & LEADERSHIP
List the organizations that you have participated in or of which you are currently a member.Academic or Athletic ActivitiesHonor Societies Religious Organizations
Indicate the dates of membership and specific leadership roles.
WHAT MAKE A GOOD RESUME?
Structured & easy to read
Logical flow of information
Concise, relevant information
Name stands out!
Good use of space (layout)
COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID
Spelling & Grammatical Errors
Writing in the First Person
Including Unrelated or (too) Personal Information
Repetitive
Lacking Organization or Focus
PARTS OF A RESUME Worksheet