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’ and 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
- 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
- State the purpose of a resume and cover letter
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- Identify the key elements that should be included in a resume
- Identify the key elements that should be included in a resume
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- Identify 4 major types of resumes
- Identify 4 major types of resumes
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- Define the term “Online Presence” and how it relates to resumes
- 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
- 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:
- Downloads
- Resume Examples and Tips:
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- Generational Values
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