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Questions and Answers
What is the primary function of a resume?
What is the primary function of a resume?
- Listing all past jobs, regardless of relevance.
- Providing extensive personal history.
- Showcasing skills, education, and experience for job applications. (correct)
- Sharing personal hobbies and interests.
For an applicant with a substantial and consistent work history, which resume type is most appropriate?
For an applicant with a substantial and consistent work history, which resume type is most appropriate?
- Hybrid
- Functional (correct)
- Creative
- Chronological
In which section of a resume would you typically find the applicant's name, phone number, and email address?
In which section of a resume would you typically find the applicant's name, phone number, and email address?
- Header (correct)
- References
- Work Experience
- Skills
When is a functional resume format most beneficial?
When is a functional resume format most beneficial?
Which of the following is TRUE regarding the ideal length of a resume?
Which of the following is TRUE regarding the ideal length of a resume?
How does the use of action verbs impact a resume?
How does the use of action verbs impact a resume?
In what scenario is it most appropriate to include an 'Interests' section on a resume?
In what scenario is it most appropriate to include an 'Interests' section on a resume?
What is the recommended approach to tailoring a resume for a specific job?
What is the recommended approach to tailoring a resume for a specific job?
Which practice is considered inappropriate when writing a resume?
Which practice is considered inappropriate when writing a resume?
In which order should the education and work experience sections typically appear on a resume for an experienced professional?
In which order should the education and work experience sections typically appear on a resume for an experienced professional?
According to the guidelines, when should you include professional references on a resume?
According to the guidelines, when should you include professional references on a resume?
Why it is important to not highlight most recent role first in resume?
Why it is important to not highlight most recent role first in resume?
Why address should not be a burden and a sensitive topic for job searching?
Why address should not be a burden and a sensitive topic for job searching?
Why is adding unprofessional email address in resume a pitfall?
Why is adding unprofessional email address in resume a pitfall?
Why missing a contact number is consider a pitfall when writing a resume?
Why missing a contact number is consider a pitfall when writing a resume?
If including your interests, why choosing activities that relate to the role and illustrate your passion is important?
If including your interests, why choosing activities that relate to the role and illustrate your passion is important?
If you choose to include your references, why they need to be defined by their title and organization they work for?
If you choose to include your references, why they need to be defined by their title and organization they work for?
Why are incorrect spelling and poor grammar considered pitfalls in a resume?
Why are incorrect spelling and poor grammar considered pitfalls in a resume?
Why is it important to not add personal details in resume?
Why is it important to not add personal details in resume?
Why is choosing a color necessary for a resume when writing?
Why is choosing a color necessary for a resume when writing?
Why is using a larger size for a name important?
Why is using a larger size for a name important?
A cover letter and a resume are essentially the same document and used interchangeably. True or False?
A cover letter and a resume are essentially the same document and used interchangeably. True or False?
Should your past projects be discussed briefly in a resume?
Should your past projects be discussed briefly in a resume?
Is it alright to show the gaps in work history or employment?
Is it alright to show the gaps in work history or employment?
Why avoid unnecessary personal details?
Why avoid unnecessary personal details?
Flashcards
What is a resume?
What is a resume?
A document summarizing your qualifications and experience for job applications.
What is a functional resume?
What is a functional resume?
A resume format that focuses on skills and abilities rather than chronological work history; useful for those with employment gaps or career changers.
Chronological Resume
Chronological Resume
A resume format that lists jobs in reverse chronological order, best for those with a strong, consistent work history.
Contact Information on a resume
Contact Information on a resume
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Action Verbs in Resumes
Action Verbs in Resumes
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Do I need to include references in my Resume?
Do I need to include references in my Resume?
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Tailoring your resume
Tailoring your resume
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Main Purpose of a Resume
Main Purpose of a Resume
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Study Notes
- A resume is a document that summarizes qualifications and experience for a job application.
- Students should be able to define what a resume is and explain its importance.
- Students should be able to discuss techniques of effective writing
Types of Resumes
- Functional resume emphasizes skills and abilities rather than work experience.
- Functional resumes are Ideal for career changers or those with employment gaps.
- Chronological resume focuses on work experience
- Chronological resumes lists jobs in reverse chronological order and are best for those with a strong work history.
Guidelines for Writing an Effective Resume
- Keep resumes concise, ideally 1-2 pages long.
- Use action verbs and professional language.
- Tailor the resume to the specific job.
- Avoid unnecessary personal details.
- Fonts like Times New Roman, Calibri, Arial, and Georgia as suggested.
- Use font sizes of 10-12, with a larger size for names.
- Choose a color for a better outlook.
Drafting a Resume
- Students can choose between chronological and functional formats when drafting resumes.
- Chronological format highlights work experience in order.
- Functional Format focuses on skills rather than job history.
Quiz
- The main purpose of a resume is to showcase skills, education, and experience for job applications.
- The best type of resume for someone with a strong work history is a chronological resume.
- The section of a resume that includes the applicant’s name and contact details is the header.
- A functional resume is best used for highlighting skills instead of work experience.
True or False
- A resume needs to be five pages long to be effective is FALSE.
- Using action verbs like "managed" and "developed" makes a resume stronger is TRUE.
- The education section comes before the work experience section, always is FALSE.
- Tailoring the resume for each job application increases the chances of getting hired is TRUE.
- Including professional references is a required part of every resume is FALSE.
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