resumes 101 athens state university
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This presentation gives the basics of resumes, customized for Athens State University students and alumniTRANSCRIPT
Resume 101Athens State Career Development CenterSeptember 17, 2013
Seminar Outline
The purpose of a resumeHow to format a resume What your resume needs to
includeWhat not to include on a resumeBest practices for getting your
resume noticed by employers
Purpose
A resume is a marketing tool
Purpose
Purpose
A resume is a marketing tool
The goal is to get you an interview
What to Include
Contact Information
Objective vs. Summary of Qualifications
“Preparing Your Resume” Handout page 1 & 2
Objective“Seeking a position in Human Resources where I can utilize
my knowledge and expertise in the field.”
Summary of Qualifications
“Results-oriented Human Resource Management Professional with 7+ years extensive experience handling full spectrum of human resource functions in a manufacturing and distribution environment. Strong knowledge of principles and procedures for recruitment process, training, compensation and benefits,
labor relations and negotiation, and business and management principles.
Highly effective communicator capable of building strategic
partnerships and relations at all organizational levels. Adept in developing guidelines and effective processes through proven
analytical and problem resolution abilities.”
What to Include
Contact Information
Objective vs. Summary of Qualifications
Education / Training
Work History
“Preparing Your Resume” Handout page 2 & 3
Formatting- Chronological
Formatting- Functional
Source: AIDT Interview T.I.P.S.
What not to include
Ask yourself 2 questions:1. Is it job related?
2. Does it answer for the employer, “Why would I want to hire him or her?”
Most likely, these things are “no” to the two questions: Hobbies Picture Objectives Color, word art or unusual fonts
Best Practices
Handout for submitting online
Make sure formatting remains- PDF your file
Save as your First_Last Name, as it would appear on your contact information of your resume
Customize for the job opening
Customize to the Job Posting
