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WEEK 7 LET’S TALK ABOUT RESUMES Career & Life Planning FA24 Housekeeping Due Today: Week 6 participation Quiz Due 11/19 – Final Project Prompt Due 11/25 – Culture Connection Assignment We are now in week 7! 1/2 of the way through the term! Upcoming Things to Know! Activities Get Prep...

WEEK 7 LET’S TALK ABOUT RESUMES Career & Life Planning FA24 Housekeeping Due Today: Week 6 participation Quiz Due 11/19 – Final Project Prompt Due 11/25 – Culture Connection Assignment We are now in week 7! 1/2 of the way through the term! Upcoming Things to Know! Activities Get Prepared for the Job Fair!: Wade is bringing the job fair back! We are hosting a job fair on November 19th in the library from 11 am – 1 pm. Meet with employers. Learn about opportunities & organizations. Get a chance to interview. You may bring 1 guest job seeker. Win raffle prizes. Dress for success! RSVP HERE! Questions? [email protected] 11/20: Online Shopping Safety with Jennifer Cordell. Questions? [email protected] 11/20: Final Project Help Session #1 with Mr. Tresp 3-4pm on Teams 11/23: Cedars Open Studios 22nd Annual Tour. Questions? [email protected] 11/27 - 11/29: Wade College and offices closed. No classes. Thanksgiving Holiday. 12/5: Zippered Pouch Workshop (makes a cute gift) 3 pm – FD Lab. Questions and RSVP: Teams Mrs. Laura Chapuis 12/9: Last day to withdraw from a class with a W. Prepare for the IIDA Student Design Competition in January! Extra Credit Opportunity If you visit the job fair on campus on 11/19 11am to 1pm. Mrs. Magee is taking down names of those who come by. Student organizations will be there as well as some employers. Wade magazine will be there. 100 points to a homework assignment fot just going and learning some things, you don’t have to be looking for a job. Career Exploration Trainee, Visual Merchandising for Technical Designer for UGG Christian Dior Couture in New York Apparel Partner with the visual team to schedule display Position description includes being responsible for installations, maintain tracking and cataloging of creating a tech pack, which may include digital patterns, shipments arriving, post current photos of installations. grading, using online design software, also ensuring At least 6 months prior Visual merchandising construction standards are met and the fit is experience. Proficiency in power point, word and excel. maintained throughout the product’s life cycle. Experience in an administrative capacity. Excellent 5 key education/skills required include 8-10 years field written and verbal communication skills. Ability to related experience, organizational skills, attention to meet and prioritize fast paced deadlines. detail, strong verbal & written communication skills, able to multi-task, experience using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Excel/FPLM tch packages, and knowledge in patternmaking software.  Freelance Interior Designer, Build Station UAE Develop and present design concepts for residential and commercial projects. Create detailed drawings, plans, and 3D models. Source and select materials, furnishings, and accessories. Collaborate with architects, contractors, Career and other stakeholders. Manage project timelines, budgets, and client communications. Exploration Stay updated with the latest design trends and industry standards. Arabic & English Speaker Proven experience as an Interior Designer in the UAE. Strong portfolio demonstrating your design skills and creativity. Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD SketchUp, and Adobe Creative suite.  Social Media Manager, D Magazine Partners Social media managers are responsible for managing a company's online presence, including their social media accounts, website, and blog. Some of the duties are creating strategies, Career communicating, analyzing and reporting performance, strengthening relationships with social media influencers Exploration Managing other social media department staff Maintaining and growing company social networks Curating content to gain new followers Building brand recognition Managing all published company content  Job-Title: IT Support Engineer, Company: Hello Fresh Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all the IT equipment used a crossed the sites in the USA, it will be the IT support team Career members responsibility to troubleshoot hardware and software issues, support network resources and assist users with their technology-related inquiries Exploration Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, knowledge of windows, Mac, android, and iOS operating, A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology or related field would be preferred. IT support experience in a warehouse or distribution center environment, ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast- paced environment.  Resume 101 You only get ONE chance to make a 1st impression.  Pop Quiz #1: How much time does an Employer spend reviewing a resume? a) 6 seconds b) 10 minutes c) 30 seconds Test It Out #2: The most appropriate form of email address to list on your resume is: a) [email protected] b) [email protected] c) [email protected] d) [email protected] #3: Misspellinngs and grammar errors, on your Resume can be a reason for potential Employers to throw away your resume submission. a) True b) False What is a Resume? Your self-marketing tool 1-Page handout Shows Employers that YOU have the RIGHT STUFF for what they need & want! Represents professional YOU Sells yourself – your RELATED & TRANSFERABLE strengths, skills, and accomplishments Show The Employer That YOU Have the “Right Stuff” What’s the RIGHT STUFF for the job you want? Don’t guess. Find out. Every job has certain requirements. Show that you have specific skills employers are looking for. Where can I find the requirements for the job I want? Visit company website for job postings Check out College Central Network (CCN), Indeed, ZipRecruiter, LinkedIn Look for statements like: The ideal candidate will be able to… Job Duties include… This is what hiring managers are looking for! Study the Job Description What kinds of examples should I give? From work, organizations, community service, extracurricular, What did you accomplish? What was the special role you played? Don’t have 1-2 of the key job skills? Use Substitute Skills.  How much detail should I include? Important facts Keep it simple Include NUMBERS to describe volume, size, money, time, or result NUMBERS allow us to VISUALIZE what you ACCOMPLISHED Write It Out: Show the Employer that YOU Have the “Right Stuff” Take it from the beginning - 1) Name the job you want 2) List requirements for the job 3) Select a requirement from your list 4) Give example of when or how you performed it 5) Add a few details 6) REPEAT steps 3, 4, and 5 for each additional job requirement on your list  Turn past projects into the “Right Stuff” Select a requirement Select a requirement Make sandwiches Customer service, clienteling, and sales. Providing great service to customers is our #1 priority! Give your example Made custom sandwiches in a mobile deli Give your example Help customers everyday as a server Add quantiafiable details (scale, range, frequency) Add quantifiable details (scale, range, frequency) Made 100+ custom sandwiches during lunch- Ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business to hour rush in a 2-person mobile deli 75+ customers daily by identifying and fulfilling their unique needs Communicate my knowledge of menu offerings, make recommendations, and suggest additional items to increase sales  Use SUBSTITUTE SKILLS Consider TRANSFERABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCES customer service, management, planning, communication, teamwork, adaptability, organization, etc. Shows that you have similar knowledge Dig into other areas of your life such as..????? military, school, sports, volunteering, hobbies, home projects Related image EXAMPLE: No sales experience? Talk about your charitable fundraising accomplishments instead. Fundraising is similar to selling. Job Accomplishments Impress Employers Image result for write resume Congrats! You just turned the job requirements into your accomplishments. Next Step: Write your Resume Use the “right stuff” to build a powerful Resume What if I’m not a good writer? Use the Career Services resume template or as guidance Do NOT use resume templates found on Microsoft Word, etc. They are built-in with tables, graphics, etc. that get messed up through applicant tracking systems Develop your own with a blank Microsoft Word document Meet w/ Career Services Learn The Company’s Lingo Study the words they use to describe their company, culture, mission, and values Sprinkle the same words in your own writing of your resume and cover letter Plan the Framework of Your Resume Be concise and to the point 1 page resume is BEST! (2-pages only for extensive related experience) Use PHRASES throughout resume, NOT sentences List a 3-5 bullet points for each job Describe them as actions and accomplishments, NOT job duties Compile Your Info Write out and list your contact info, all jobs of all types, education, skills, and other relevant info Pull up the job descriptions of the types of jobs you want to apply for Keep in mind "the right stuff" you brainstormed earlier Write Your Resume Refer to the GUIDELINE PACKET OF CAREER DOCUMENTS Open a NEW blank document on Word OR login to College Central Network (CCN) and use the Resume Builder to help you get started. Follow the content in the GUIDELINE PACKET to the “T” Type up everything you want to include on the page Don’t worry about fonts and format right now It’s easier to edit after seeing your resume in full picture Is there an official format for a resume? NO, but general format includes the following sections: 1) CONTACT INFO 2) SUMMARY 3) SKILLS 4) EDUCATION 5) EXPERIENCE 6) ADDITIONAL Edit Your Resume Now make adjustments: Font type Font size Structure of phrases Bullet points Alignment Line spacing Consistencies CONTACT INFO Do NOT include this section in your HEADER! It may not show on the employer end. Do NOT list your street address Add hyperlinks to all links Include field-related social media links (i.e. Instagram) GUIDELINE: FIRST NAME LAST NAME City, State | Phone Number | Email Address LinkedIn URL | Portfolio URL (if applicable) SUMMARY [OR PROFILE] ✓THIS IS LIKE YOUR SALES PITCH!!! ✓Create a strong first impression with “your story”. ✓No longer than 2-3 statements. No sentences. Only phrases. ✓Summarize your skill set and experiences that are most relevant to the job target. GUIDELINE: [Soft skill] and [soft skill] [Major] major with experience in [past relevant experience with key functions]. Strengths in with [job- specific hard skills]. Passionate about […]. SKILLS ✓List a combination of your RELEVANT and IMPORTANT skills, tools, programs, tools, procedures, and systems that you can perform ✓Organize as bullet points ✓List in order of strength and importance to the job at-hand GUIDELINE as bullet points: [Skill Category Here]: List your relevant hard skills related to this category [Skill Category Here]: List your relevant hard skills related to this category Technical: [List software, computer programs, etc. List version & proficiency levels, if applicable] Language: [Only list if your multiple language would benefit your job target] EXPERIENCE ✓ List most recent experience / employer first, in reverse-chronological order ✓ Include volunteer, paid/unpaid positions, temporary, internships, freelance ✓ Describe EXPERIENCES as JOB ACCOMPLISHMENTS. Use ACTION VERBS. See list. ✓ RELATE accomplishments to your target position ✓ Do NOT list responsibilities nor duties ✓ Show and explain your soft skills within your job accomplishments Action Verb + Project + Results Example: Current Job Title, Current Employer, City, State | Month Year – Present Can include a brief description of the company here or within your job accomplishments. ▪ List bullet points as accomplishment statements: Action Verb + Project + Results ▪ Start each point with a strong action verb. What do you do? What were the results of it? ▪ Ensure that keywords closely match the job description you are applying for. ▪ Include transferable skills, experiences, and knowledge gained. ▪ Include #, %, $ numerical data, results, effects, contributions, problems that you solved & how you solved it. ▪ Recognitions and promotions received while at this job Start Each Bullet Point with Powerful Action Verbs 185 Powerful Action Verbs That Will Make Your Resume Awesome www.themuse.com/advice/185-powerful-verbs-that-will-make-your-resume-awesome Image result for action resume INDUSTRY-RELATED ACTION PACKED EXAMPLES Action Verb + Project + Results Examples: Supported two Interior Designers with taking accurate site measurements Provided personalized service to 30+ customers daily to drive sales Supervised a team of 10 associates on business operations Increased store revenue by 15% by utilizing suggestive selling techniques Promoted from Receptionist to Designer within 6 months of employment due to strong work ethic and self-initiative BRAG ABOUT YOUR RESULTS. Prove you have the skills needed for the job at-hand. Resource: Add this résumé writing action step to your personal job search checklist: RESULTS EXAMPLES: BEFORE: Assisted sales staff in the servicing of over 25 accounts. AFTER: Assisted sales staff in the servicing of over 25 accounts, increasing average account dollar value by 30% annually. BEFORE: Conducted detailed response analysis and assisted in formulating marketing strategies. AFTER: Conducted detailed response analysis and assisted in formulating marketing strategies. As a result, reduced current year direct marketing expenses $25,000+. ADDITIONAL Can include career/personal interests, individual or community activities, recognitions, volunteer, or cultural skills Choose wisely! Ones that show leadership, character, or qualities can be valuable or unique to your career Example: Interests: [List other skills that relate/transfer to your job targets] Activities: [Leadership Activities, Independent Activities] Other: [List other recognitions, honors, publications] - Words without a purpose - Cliché words -Filler phrases - like team player, problem-solver INSTEAD, give concrete examples of your job skills and accomplishments! Show! Don't tell!  Avoid fancy fonts like outline, Keep phrases short and to-the-point script, or other hard-to-read styles Bold or CAPITALIZE for emphasis Use the best, universal fonts: Arial, Use bulleted lists Calibri, Garamond, Century Use #s to show size, volume, time, $, and Gothic results Use font size 10pt or 11 pt X An Objective section X Inconsistencies across resume, LinkedIn X No phone number profile, and social media accounts X Poor format X Making claims without evidence X No attention to details X Ignoring specific application instructions X Misspellings X A bad file name for your resume X Grammar errors X Outdated info X Irrelevant information X Filler words Last Step Before Submitting Image result for resume proofread PROOFREAD x 3 Properly name your file: First Name Last Name – Resume 2023 Run your REVIEW button to check spelling, grammar, and accuracy!  Image result for resume upload What can I do with a resume? After it is reviewed & approved… Save it as a PDF version, for applying! Upload it on College Central Network (CCN) Submit it to other online job postings Email it Bring copies of it to apply in-person  COVER LETTERS WHAT is it? WHY do we need it? HOW do I write one? WHAT? Cover Letter Basics IT IS SHORT: 3 paragraphs IT IS PERSONALIZED: Use exact company name or hiring person. Introduce you to the employer. IT IS FOCUSED: Clearly connects the dots between the candidate’s job goals and the job target WHY? Hear it from the experts -  HOW? Essentials of a Cover Letter The Salutation: (The Hello) Paragraph 1: The Opening (The Grab) Paragraph 2: Job Requirements & My Qualifications (The Hook) Paragraph 3: ( The Call To Action) The Closing (The Good Bye) Cover Letter Example: Bad vs. Good hello I was interested in applying for the showroom job. I have attached my resume review also, I work Market before. Call me for an interview at (214)111-2222. Talk to you later, ☺  Cover Letter Example: Bad vs. Good Dear Louis Vuitton, I am applying for your Call Center: Client Advisor position that I learned about from my college’s student job board at Wade College. My passion for high-end fashion and customer satisfaction makes me an ideal fit for this role at Louis Vuitton. I'm a Merchandise Marketing & Management student with full-time daytime availability Mon-Fri. Below is a comparison of your job requirements and my qualifications: Previous experience in client-centric retail or hospitality is beneficial. I have 3 years of experience assisting customers in a fast-paced retail and restaurant environments. Makes every attempt to further enhance our clients’ experience. I proactively assess every customer’s needs to recommend products that increase sales. Has a strategic sales mindset. I have consistently been a Top Seller as a Sales Associate and have overachieved sales goals by 20%. Please review my enclosed resume. My contact info is (214)111-2222 or [email protected]. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Jane Doe Merchandise Marketing & Management  Additional Questions? Career Services is happy to help! Also, browse CCN at www.CollegeCentral.com/WadeCollege for great videos, articles, and podcasts on career-related topics such as resumes, cover letters, and more. RESUME & COVER ASSIGNMENT PART 1 Part 1 Activate your Wade College account on College Central Network (CCN) if you haven't done so yet. Check your Wade inbox for an email from College Central Network regarding “Your Wade College Account”. Click the activate your account now button in that email to start gaining Step 1: CCN access to the CCN job board. If you do not see an email about your account, please reach out to Mrs. Magee immediately to help get access. Registration Part 1 Identify a current job and company of interest to TARGET and tailor your documents to. [Online job boards to help you identify a job: College Central Network (CCN), Indeed, ZipRecruiter, or Careers webpages of companies that interest Step 2: Job you] Target  For both documents below, list your contact information at the top of each page that is identical and consistent across documents. RESUME Part 1 1. Create/Update your resume in MS Word. Tailor your resume to the company AND job target. 2. Save your document both as Word and PDF. 3. Properly name your resume file as: First Name Last Name – Resume COVER LETTER 1. Create/Tailor your cover letter in MS Word to Step 3 & 4: Resume the company AND job target. 2. Save your document both as Word and PDF. & Cover Letter 3. Properly name your cover letter file as: First Name Last Name - Cover Letter  For the purpose of the ASSIGNMENT, SUBMIT YOUR ASSIGNMENT AS THE FOLLOWING: Part 1 SCENARIO: Pretend Mr. Tresp is the company you are applying to. STEP 1) APPLY TO ME [THE EMPLOYER] VIA the assignment In Teams. You will upload your resume and cover letter to the assignment part 1. Step 5: Mock Remember this is also a rough draft so do your Apply very best. If you struggle please reach out for help. Resume Due by 11/27 Worth 75 Points Total  Resume Part 2 Part 2 is the easiest part of all, you are going to upload your final copy of the resume that you make updates to after I give you feedback on your part 1 resume, to your CCN College Central Network profile. This is so that if there are opportunities that come up you can easily reach out for them. DUE 1/7. 25 Points. Once you have uploaded your final resume to college central network, take a screenshot of the uploaded screen and attach to the assignment in teams for proof. Your resume on college central network will be active once Mrs. Magee will approve it on there. Next Week Next week we continue our talk on a related topic, how to prepare for interviews. This is the all-important step in searching for a position. This is also important for those who want to be in leadership roles, learning how to interview others is as important as being interviewed yourself. Hiring the right person factors in many things and costs you time and money if you get it wrong. How do we act, what do we say, what questions do we ask of the interviewer, what questions should you be prepared with? QUESTIONS???