advanced resume writing
DESCRIPTION
The Connect Your Community (CYC) program provides broadband training, equipment and support for 26,000 low-income individuals and their households in seven separate communities. CYC is funded through a two-year grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Broadband Technology Opportunities Program. Being in the final year, we are preparing staff to search for their next position.TRANSCRIPT
Advanced Resume Writing
Professional Development Series 2012
3-9-12
We’ll be covering:
• Content• Presentation• Style• CYC Stats• How to Use a Resume• Online Presence• CYC Professional Dev 2012
CONTENT
Objective Resume Profile
Why you fit the job.
Career Summary
Use if applying for specific job.
Use if posting resume widely.
Objective
• Strengths, abilities and qualifications for the particular employer.
Research the Company
• What are their values?• Do they have a lot of turnover?• Who is the hiring manager?• Do you know someone at the
company?
Resume Profile
• About you, not the employer.• Skills, accomplishments & career
level.• Creativity.• Keywords.• Certifications, advanced degrees.
Opener for Resume Profile
Bartholomew Gonzalez is an overachiever when it comes to people. Bart enjoys helping people achieve over and above the highest level of their potential, from the very young to the very not-so-young, as well as the special needs community.
Cover Letter
• Intro – Position Hiring for• Body – How you meet their need. • Closing – Express desire for follow
up
KeyWords
Question:What keywords are employers searching for your desired position?
How to find the answer:Search for your desired position on Job Search Engines. Look for common theme in the keywords.
Job Search Engines
• http://jobsearch.about.com/od/job-search-engines/list.htm
References
• List on a separate document.• Get permission.• Have an idea of what they will say.• Provide upon request.• Do not include on resume.
Content Tips
• Include websites of former employers.
• Highlight relevant skills.
Employment Gaps
• Use a cover letter to explain gaps in employment.
• Avoid posting too many positions and looking like a job jumper.
PRESENTATION
Presentation Tips
• Include personalized cover letter.• Include white space. • Include your email address which
should be [email protected].
• Keep resume under 2 pages.
Resume Format
• Chronological – same field• Functional - switch fields
Digital Resumes
Save as PDF
STYLE
Style Tips
• Bullet points• Be concise.• Have it proofread.• Use active verbs.
Active Verb Example
Non-active:I made 11 curriculum modules for my team.
Active:I created and/or customized 11 curriculum modules for my team.
Outcomes with Numbers
Rather than stating:Taught digital literacy classes to adult students.
State:Taught and graduated an average of 18 adult digital literacy students every six weeks.
CYC Stats
For your team, we can tell you:• The number of people trained• The number of SBAs• The number of people reached in
outreach efforts
CYC Stats
For you:• Think about what stats you already
know.• Talk to your PA.• Talk to Angela.• We’re here to help you.
How to Use a Resume
• Send your resume to people, not places.
• Send your resume with a cover letter.
• Don’t mass mail your resume.• Send your resume with the job
application form.• Follow up.
Online Presence
CYC Blogging Team
CYC Professional Dev 2012
16-Mar-12 Advanced LinkedIn for the Job Seeker
30-Mar-12
Use Your Network (Online & Offline) to Find a Job
13-Apr-12Meaningful Networking: Online & Offline
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