Mastering the Art of Resume Writing

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a quality resume?

Correct information
No mistakes
Easy to read
Includes all abilities and experiences (correct)

What is the common mistake people make with their resume?

Listing irrelevant qualifications (correct)
Failing to proofread it
Making it too long
Using a bad format

Which resume format is recommended for people with a stable work history?

Chronological (correct)
Functional
Combination
None of the above

Which resume format is best for people seeking a career change?

Functional (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which resume format provides more flexibility to highlight qualifications?

Combination (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of a resume?

References (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to learn how to write a quality resume?

To gain access to the best careers (D) Signup and view all the answers

When is a resume typically used?

When searching for a job (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why do employers collect resumes from job candidates?

To select candidates for job interviews (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of turning in a resume for entry-level jobs?

To demonstrate professionalism (C) Signup and view all the answers

True or false: A quality resume is one that has the correct information employers are looking for, is easy to read, and has no mistakes.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

True or false: A chronological resume is recommended for people with a stable work history.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The combination resume is recommended for those entering into a career or the workforce and don’t have a lot of work experience.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following resume types with their descriptions:

Chronological resume = Used most often by people with a stable work history in the same career field Functional resume = Highlights a person’s abilities and achievements, not their work history Combination resume = A mix of a functional and chronological format, providing more flexibility to highlight qualifications Signup and view all the answers

Match the following mistakes with their impacts on a resume:

Failing to focus qualifications on the job advertised = Resume likely to end up in the paper shredder Having grammatical or spelling errors = Reflects poorly on you as a potential employee Excessive information = Will not lead to a job interview Signup and view all the answers

Match the following characteristics with their effects on a quality resume:

Correct information = Focuses on qualifications and skills that employer desires for the job position Easy to read = Helps create a resume that is well organized and familiar to employers No mistakes = Avoids the resume ending up in the paper shredder Signup and view all the answers

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