- Workshop: Resumes for Today’s Job Market – The “Rules” have changed. Does your resume reflect the new rules?
Overview:
Today’s job seekers need to know how to document their skills, work history, and unique characteristics through the use of a resume and cover letter. They also need to effectively market themselves and set themselves apart in today’s competitive job market. In addition to learning about the importance of “online presence’, participants will also receive additional resources for developing effective marketing tools.
- Learning Outcomes:
Participants will:
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- Identify how the rules for resume writing have changed in recent years
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- State the purpose of a resume and cover letter
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- Identify the key elements that should be included in a resume
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- Identify 4 major types of resumes
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- Define the term “Online Presence” and how it relates to resumes
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- Be able to locate resources for creating a resume and cover letter
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- Be able to create a resume based on current trends
- Workshop Presenter:
Kathleen E. High, M.Ed., CCSP, FCD-I
- Downloads
- Resume Examples and Tips:
Functional Resume
Combination Resume
Cover Letter
- Resume Training Videos:
- ATS-Friendly Resumes
- Related Articles:
Navigating the ATS for Job Seekers
How to Quantify Accomplishments
The Best Fonts for Your Resume Ranked
Funny Resume Bloopers
Focus Resume on Your Results, Not Daily Tasks
Common Grammar Rules For Resumes
Sample Functional Resume
Video: Slope of the Curve (Technology is Replacing Jobs)
Video: Shift Happens
Cover Letter Mistakes to Avoid
Most Overused Words
#1 Solution For Nasty Employment Gaps On Your Resume
4 Resume Writing Rules For Listing Your Accomplishments
4 Ways To Make Your Resume Perfect For A Job Opening
How to Make a Portfolio When Your Work Can’t Be Shared
- Related Resources:
American Jobs Centers/Career OneStop Centers
Vista Print (order business cards)
Job Search Websites
Writing a Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Assessment: Career Decoder Quiz – What is your workplace persona (role)?
Video: “Entitlement Creed”
- So How Do You Find and Get Your Dream Job?
- Decision-Making Variables
- Employment History – Working Document
- Generational Values
- Hidden Rules
- Reaching Career Goals
- Happenstance
- Know Your Audience
- “Tell Me About Yourself”