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Resume Writing for Recent College Graduates
#MyFirstResume
Webinar presented by:
TheJobNetwork: thejobnetwork.com
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Amanda Augustine, CPCC & CPRWCareer Advice Expert
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Follow me: @JobSearchAmanda
Career Advice: TopResume.com/career-advice
Please use the hashtag: #MyFirstResume
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Jonathan BulkeleyChief Executive Officer Follow us: @TheJobNetwork
Career Advice: thejobnetwork.com/category/career-advice
Please use the hashtag: #MyFirstResume
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1 2 3PREP SEARCH CLOSE
• Job Goals & Job Fit
• Resume & Cover Letter
• Personal Branding
• References
• Applications & Follow-up
• Utilizing Recruiters
• Networking
• Interviews & Follow-up
• Negotiation
• Onboarding
Breaking down the job-search process:
*This process was developed while I was working at Ladders
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1 2 3PREP SEARCH CLOSE
• Job Goals & Job Fit
• Resume & Cover Letter
• Personal Branding
• References
• Applications & Follow-up
• Utilizing Recruiters
• Networking
• Interviews & Follow-up
• Negotiation
• Onboarding
Breaking down the job-search process:
*This process was developed while I was working at Ladders
JOBAPPLICATIONS
ONLINEPRESENCE
ELEVATORPITCH
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Your personal brand
#MyFirstResume
Run a searchfor jobs that
both interest
you and you’re qualified for.
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@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
• Know your resources
- TheJobNetwork: jobs.thejobnetwork.com
- CareerRookie • CollegeRecruiter.com • AfterCollege • TheMuse
- Google*
• Test out different search terms
• Know your parameters- Location • Industry • Company Size …
Search for the right opportunities
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• Ask yourself the following questions before you apply:
- Am I within commutable distance of this job?
- Do I have all the required skills and education they are looking for?*
- If the job requires industry-specific experience, do I have it?*
- If the job requires function-specific experience, do I have it?*
- Do I know someone who works or has worked for this company?
• If you said yes to less than 3 of these questions, it’s not worth your time.
Is the job right for you?
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Top 10 Job Titles Posted on TJN (College Required)
2016 YTD
1. Graphic Design2. Medical Assistant3. Web Design and Development4. Information Systems Management5. Marketing6. Accounting7. HealthCare Administration8. Engineering9. Paralegal10. Electronic & Computer Technology
SOURCE: THEJOBNETWORK.COM
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Top 10 Jobs for Employers Targeting Recent Grads
Most “Boosted” in 2016 YTD
1. Sales Representative2. Nursing/Nursing-related3. Teachers4. Accountants5. Data Analysts6. Digital Marketing7. Software Developer8. Event Planner9. Engineer – Mechanical10. Engineer – Electrical
SOURCE: THEJOBNETWORK.COM
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Top 10 Majors – Class of 2016Very Little Change Over the Last Few Years
1. Business Administration & Management2. Psychology3. Nursing4. Teaching/Education 5. Accounting6. Criminal Justice And Corrections7. Accounting8. Liberal Arts/General Studies 9. English Language/Literature10.History
SOURCE: THEJOBNETWORK.COM
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Top 5 Content Topics Buzzing on TheJobNetwork.com
What are Recent Grads Looking For?
7 Interview Questions You’re Not Expectingthejobnetwork.com/7-interview-questions-youre-not-expecting
The 6 Hardest Interview Questions of 2016thejobnetwork.com/the-6-hardest-interview-questions-of-2016
The 15 Worst Mistakes You Can Make in Your 20sthejobnetwork.com/the-15-worst-mistakes-you-can-make-in-your-20s
3 Things to Research Before Any Job Interviewthejobnetwork.com/3-things-to-research-before-any-job-interview
10 Biggest Job Search Mistakes of New College Gradsthejobnetwork.com/10-biggest-job-search-mistakes-of-new-college-grads
SOURCE: THEJOBNETWORK.COM
Your Brand: On PaperResume Best Practices
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only six seconds to makethe right impression
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*Data from an eye-tracking study conducted by Ladders
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Focus on:• Job Requirements
• Qualifications
• Contributions & Results
Optimize resume keywords
against job descriptions:
• www.JobScan.co
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SampleEntry Level
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SampleEntry Level
• Don’t use header/footer
• Include customized LinkedIn URL
• No fluffy/vague objective
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SampleEntry Level
• GPA is listed
• No high school mentions
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SampleNicholas
• Describe employers
• Action verbs for bullets
• Sell what you’ve got
• Include tech skills
• No references
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SampleShane
• Describe employers
• Action verbs for bullets
• Sell what you’ve got
• Include tech skills
• No references
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• Use common and clean looking fonts:• Arial, Calibri, Cambria, Tahoma, Book Antiqua & Franklin Gothic
• Only include one of these:• Email address, phone number & LinkedIn URL
• There’s no “I” in resume
• Remember size matters
• Reverse the chronological order
• Make sure you are consistent:• Dates, companies, titles, symbols & bullets
Things to consider or include:
SampleEntry LevelAvailable at:
• TopResume.com
• TheJobNetwork.com
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Get your free resume critique:
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Managing your online footprint
PERSONAL PROFESSIONALOR
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More resources:
• 11 Steps to Writing the Perfect Resume: click here
• How to Create a Custom LinkedIn URL in 3 Easy Steps: click here
• Videos: Click on images below to view videos
Amanda Augustine, CPCC & CPRWCareer Advice Expert Follow us: @TopResume
Follow me: @JobSearchAmanda
Career Advice: www.TopResume.com/career-advice
Thank you
Questions?
Jonathan BulkeleyChief Executive Officer
@TheJobNetwork
Free resume critique: bit.ly/MyFirstResume
Amanda Augustine, CPCC & CPRWCareer Advice Expert
@JobSearchAmanda, @TopResume
#MyFirstResume