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Developing Your Resume
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Bell Work
Go to the class website.
Click on the Reality Check link.
Work through the questions and evaluate your
results!
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Standards
(1) Differentiate career pathways within the
Therapeutic cluster. Using supporting evidence from
multiple sources, such as local job postings, O*Net
OnLine, Tennessee Department of Labor and
Workforce Development data, describe the scope of
practice and essential knowledge and skills required
for these careers. Complete one or more aptitude
surveys, analyze the results, and relate in an essay
how personal career aptitudes align with careers in
therapeutics.
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Objectives
Apply previous career research and personality
assessment to the development of a
professional resume’.
Practice effective communication in a
professional setting.
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A job-hunting tool designed to provide an
employer with pertinent screening and
qualifying information
Basically, a sales pitch
Friends: Rachel’s resume
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5PhUErm8I4
What can we learn from Rachel?
Resume WritingDefinition/Use
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Prep Step 1: Know what you have to offer
Think functional skills & personal qualitiesSAMPLE FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
Advising people Handling complaints Planning agendas
Analyzing data
Anticipate needs of others Interviewing people Promoting events
Budgeting expenses Investigating problems Recruiting people
Compiling statistics Listening to others
Coordinating events Managing projects Running meetings
Corresponding with others Mediating between people Selling products & services
Creating new ideas Motivating others Speaking in public
Delegating responsibility Negotiating contracts Supervising others
Organizing people & tasks Teaching classes
Editing publications Persuading others Working under pressure
Try it now! List three of your functional skills.
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Prep Step 1: Know what you have to offer
Think functional skills & personal qualitiesSAMPLE PERSONAL QUALITIES
Assertive Expressive Persistent
Attention to detail Firm Perform well under stress
Authentic Flexible Poised
Candid Generous Resourceful
Committed to growth Hard working Respectful
Cooperative Honest Sense of Humor
Curious Loyal Sincere
Dynamic Motivated Spontaneous
Empathic Optimistic Tolerant
Enthusiastic Patient Versatile
Try it now! List three of your personal qualities.
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Prep Step 1: Know what you have to offer
Think functional skills & personal qualities
Build your list of…
– work experience
– academics
– volunteer work
– classes
– course projects
activities
clubs
languages
technical skills
and so on…
Try it now! List at least five activities / experiences.
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The Objective Statement
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What is an objective statement?
A short section (usually 1-3 lines), often in the
form of a sentence fragment, immediately
below your contact information
An “at a glance” picture of you and your career
interests or goals
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Why write one?
Emphasize key
qualifications, skills
and/or goals
Help your readers
find what they need
to know quickly
Make a good first
impression
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Q: Is this a good objective statement?
Well-written but raises too many questions
For example: What kind of internship? What knowledge? What kinds of expertise? Which areas?
An internship allowing me to utilize my
knowledge and expertise in different areas
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A good objective statement answers questions
What position(s) are you applying for?
What are your main qualifications?
What are your career goals?
What is your professional identity?
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The importance of tailoring
Sometimes one size
does NOT fit all
Each person and
employer is unique in
certain ways
Aim for a custom fit
when possible, but
how?
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Questions about you
What are your main qualifications, strengths,
skills, and areas of expertise?
What position(s)--or type of position--are you
seeking?
What are some of your professional goals?
What type of organization or work setting are
you most interested in?
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“Instant” objective statements
For practice, fill in the parts in brackets
– To utilize my [qualifications, strengths, or skills] as a
[position title]
– A position as a [position title] for [company name] allowing
me to develop my [qualifications, strengths, or skills]
– An opportunity to [professional goal] in a [type of
organization, work environment, or field]
– [position title] with emphasis in [areas of expertise]
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Mrs. Cook’s example...
To assist vascular physicians in performing a
variety of invasive, cardiac, electrophysiology
and vascular procedures; maintain patient
safety, provide compassionate care, and
continue and skill development.
Often it is beneficial to review the mission statement of an
institution before resume’ and cover letting writing.
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The Contact Information Section
Heading
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What is a contact information section?
Easy answer…
A section that
– provides information to
help prospective
employers contact you
– presents a first impression
– Is usually located at the
top of the page
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What may you include?
Name, of course!
Address and phone
DO NOT ABBREVIATE
ANYTHING ON A
RESUME’
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Q: Is this a good sample?
Your Name Here
1234 Street name, #1
West Lafayette, IN 47907
765-555-5555
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Q: Is this sample better?
Campus Address
1234 Street name, #1
West Lafayette, IN 47907
765-555-5555
yourname@university.edu
Permanent Address
4321 Streetname
Anytown, IN 12345
555-555-1234
http://univ.edu/~login
Your Name Here
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Moving beyond the typewriter
Use design strategies
Picking fonts and layouts
Most are now sent and
received via email.
ALWAYS HAVE MULTIPLE
PAPER COPIES TO TAKE
TO INTERVIEW!
ON RESUME PAPER!!!
Cover letter??
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Proofread with a magnifying glass
Triple-check for
accuracy!!!
One typo could
cost you an
interview!!!
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The Education Section
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What is an education section?
A SECTION THAT
EMPHASIZES
YOUR
EDUCATIONAL
BACKGROUND
AND FORMAL
TRAINING
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Purposes: to inform and persuade
Give information about your schooling and
training
Persuade employers your educational
background is relevant to the job, providing
evidence of your qualifications
Help your resume stand out from others in the
stack
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Where should you place this section?
Above or below your experience section?
It depends…
– Which is stronger, your education or your work
experience section?
– How much relevant work experience do you have?
Place strongest, most relevant section closest
to top of the page
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The “bare bones” education section
Schools you have attended,
Location of school(s)
Date of graduation, actual or
anticipated ( college)
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Are we done yet?
Education
B.A. in English
Purdue University
West Lafayette, Indiana
Anticipated Graduation: December
2004
GPA: 3.4/4.0
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What else may be included?
1. Extra information about your degree (major, minor
or selective GPAs, funding sources, honors, etc.)—
usually listed or included in parentheses
2. Specializations and special projects—usually listed
or described briefly
3. Other relevant skills and training (relevant
coursework, computer skills, language proficiency,
certifications, licenses, etc.)—may be subsections or
separate sections
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Mrs. Cook’s example…
91-Papa Radiology Specialist Course, Graduated Commandant’s List,
September 2004
Academy of Health Sciences, Fort Sam Houston, Texas
Bachelor of Social Work, Graduated Magna Cum Laude, May 2002
Freed-Hardeman University, Henderson, Tennessee
“Study Abroad” program in Europe, Fall 2002 and 9 credit hours in Master’s
of School Counseling
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Organizing content for readers
LIST IN
CHRONOLOGICAL
ORDER FROM THE
MOST RECENT
BACKWARDS
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The Experience Section
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What is an experience section?
A SECTION THAT EMPHASIZES YOUR
PAST AND PRESENT EMPLOYMENT
AND/OR YOUR PARTICIPATION IN
RELEVANT ACTIVITIES
If currently working use verbs in present
tense. If past job, use past tense.
Note: Begin each fragment with the verb.
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Resume Categories – Experience
Remember – Experience can be:
– Paid part-time/full-time positions
– Internships
– Volunteer work
– Club/campus group involvement
– Significant course projects
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Organizing content for readers
LIST IN
CHRONOLOGICAL
ORDER FROM THE
MOST RECENT
BACKWARDS
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Informing to persuade
Provide information to help persuade
prospective employers that your experiences
make you qualified for the job
Help your resume stand out from others in
the stack
Construct your professional identity
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What goes into this section?
Company or
organization and location
(city, state)
Position title
Dates of employment or
involvement
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Getting started…
List your past and present
experiences.
Include:
– jobs
– volunteer positions
– appointments
– assistantships
– internships
– etc.
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A formula for success
Use appropriate headings
Included required content
Organize your section strategically
Develop your descriptions
Make your descriptions parallel
See through professional eyes
Tailor for your audience
DO NOT GIVE MORE THAN
THREE!!!
(Your full list of past jobs will be
seen on application).
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Mrs. Cook’s example…
Interventional Radiology Technologist, August 2007-Present
Jackson Madison County General Hospital, Jackson, Tennessee
Directly assist interventional radiologists in special procedures: arteriograms,
venograms, embolizations, biopsies, lasers, various catheter placements, filter
placements, lumbar punctures, vertebroplasties, feeding tubes, and gallbladder/PTC
drains. Proficient with PACS and RIS. Utilize the latest GE and Philips fluoroscopy
equipment, lasers, Trevo and Penumbra stroke devices, Jetstream, and various
balloons and stents. Accustom to sterile technique. Assist in managing workflow and
training. Work on-call hours. Anticipate needs of patients.
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The Honors and Activities Section
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What is an honors and activities section?
A SECTION THAT
EMPHASIZES
YOUR
PARTICIPATION IN
RELEVANT
ACTIVITIES AND
ANY HONORS YOU
HAVE RECEIVED
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Why bother?
PROVIDE ADDITIONAL EVIDENCE
OF YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
GIVE EMPLOYERS A SENSE OF
WHO YOU ARE OUTSIDE OF
SCHOOL AND WORK
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Exploring content possibilities
Extracurricular activities,
Leadership opportunities
(president of club, team
captain, etc)
Awards, grants, prizes, and
special honors
Memberships in professional
clubs and organization
(HOSA)
Volunteer activities
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Big or little? Major or minor?
How relevant are your
honors and activities?
Which honors and activities
would most interest
prospective employers?
How much space do you
have?
May be short list at bottom
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Two approaches
Minimal approach
Photography Club, University of Illinois, January 1999-
Present
Elaborated approach
President, Photography Club, University of Illinois,
January 1999-Present
Organized campus contest
Increased membership with promotional efforts
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Special Skills and Abilities
A SECTION FOR
YOU TO “SHINE”
AND SHOW THE
EMPLOYER
WHAT “EXTRAS”
YOU CAN
PROVIDE THE
COMPANY WITH.
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Writing the ResumeSkills Section
Languages - classify as fluent or conversant
Be HONEST about language skills…..
Computer skills - be specific to list software,
WPM, etc.
Certifications, Licenses- ARRT, CPR
Other skills that are advantageous: public
speaking, event planning, writing…
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Plan of attack
Brainstorm
Research institution, mission
statements, specific job
requirements
Decide what to include based
on relevance, interest-value,
and space considerations
Match organization and
design with rest of resume
Seek critical feedback
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Characteristics Of A Successful Resume
Must always be 100% truthful and relevant.
Contains no inappropriate personal information.
Contains no grammatical errors.
Data presented in chronological order.
Does NOT need to be more than one page. (References may be on separate page. They are also on your application).
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Remember
A resume does not get you a job…
A resume does get you an interview.
And, putting time and consideration
into your resume is one of the
best ways to prepare for your interviews!
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ACTIVITY
Create your own resume’ for a project and test
grade.
Templates are provided on Word document or
other internet sources.
Use constructive criticism of others (parents,
teachers, bosses).