Post on 12-Apr-2017
Resume Writing for Recent College Graduates
#MyFirstResume
Webinar presented by: TheJobNetwork: thejobnetwork.comTopResume: topresume.com
Amanda Augustine, CPCC & CPRWCareer Advice Expert
Follow us: @TopResumeFollow me: @JobSearchAmandaCareer Advice: TopResume.com/career-advice
Please use the hashtag: #MyFirstResume
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume
Helping you write the next chapter of your career.
TopResume is a Talent Inc. company, the personal branding destination for all career-driven professionals.
Receive a FREE resume evaluation: bit.ly/MyFirstResume
#MyFirstResume
Jonathan BulkeleyChief Executive Officer Follow us: @TheJobNetworkCareer Advice: thejobnetwork.com/category/career-advice
Please use the hashtag: #MyFirstResume
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
1 2 3 PREP SEARCH CLOSE
• Job Goals & Job Fit
• Resume & Cover Letter
• Personal Branding
• References
• Applications & Follow-up
• Utilizing Recruiters
• Networking
• Interviews & Follow-up
• Negotiation
• Onboarding
Breaking down the job-search process:
*This process was developed while I was working at Ladders
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
1 2 3 PREP SEARCH CLOSE
• Job Goals & Job Fit
• Resume & Cover Letter
• Personal Branding
• References
• Applications & Follow-up
• Utilizing Recruiters
• Networking
• Interviews & Follow-up
• Negotiation
• Onboarding
Breaking down the job-search process:
*This process was developed while I was working at Ladders
JOBAPPLICATIONS
ONLINEPRESENCE
ELEVATORPITCH
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume
Your personal brand
#MyFirstResume
Run a searchfor jobs that both interest you and you’re qualified for.
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
• Know your resources- TheJobNetwork: jobs.thejobnetwork.com
- CareerRookie • CollegeRecruiter.com • AfterCollege • TheMuse
- Google*
• Test out different search terms
• Know your parameters- Location • Industry • Company Size …
Search for the right opportunities
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
• Ask yourself the following questions before you apply:- Am I within commutable distance of this job?
- Do I have all the required skills and education they are looking for?*
- If the job requires industry-specific experience, do I have it?*
- If the job requires function-specific experience, do I have it?*
- Do I know someone who works or has worked for this company?
• If you said yes to less than 3 of these questions, it’s not worth your time.
Is the job right for you?
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
Top 10 Job Titles Posted on TJN (College Required) 2016 YTD
1. Graphic Design2. Medical Assistant3. Web Design and Development4. Information Systems Management5. Marketing6. Accounting7. HealthCare Administration8. Engineering9. Paralegal10. Electronic & Computer Technology
SOURCE: THEJOBNETWORK.COM
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
Top 10 Jobs for Employers Targeting Recent GradsMost “Boosted” in 2016 YTD
1. Sales Representative2. Nursing/Nursing-related3. Teachers4. Accountants5. Data Analysts6. Digital Marketing7. Software Developer8. Event Planner9. Engineer – Mechanical10. Engineer – Electrical
SOURCE: THEJOBNETWORK.COM
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
Top 10 Majors – Class of 2016Very Little Change Over the Last Few Years
1. Business Administration & Management2. Psychology3. Nursing4. Teaching/Education 5. Accounting6. Criminal Justice And Corrections7. Accounting8. Liberal Arts/General Studies 9. English Language/Literature10.History
SOURCE: THEJOBNETWORK.COM
@TopResume#MyFirstResume
Top 5 Content Topics Buzzing on TheJobNetwork.com
What are Recent Grads Looking For?7 Interview Questions You’re Not Expecting
thejobnetwork.com/7-interview-questions-youre-not-expecting The 6 Hardest Interview Questions of 2016
thejobnetwork.com/the-6-hardest-interview-questions-of-2016 The 15 Worst Mistakes You Can Make in Your 20s
thejobnetwork.com/the-15-worst-mistakes-you-can-make-in-your-20s 3 Things to Research Before Any Job Interview
thejobnetwork.com/3-things-to-research-before-any-job-interview 10 Biggest Job Search Mistakes of New College Grads
thejobnetwork.com/10-biggest-job-search-mistakes-of-new-college-grads
SOURCE: THEJOBNETWORK.COM
Your Brand: On PaperResume Best Practices
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
6@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
only six seconds to makethe right impression
#MyFirstResume
*Data from an eye-tracking study conducted by Ladders
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
Focus on:• Job Requirements• Qualifications• Contributions & Results
Optimize resume keywords against job descriptions:• www.JobScan.co
#MyFirstResume
SampleEntry Level
#MyFirstResume
SampleEntry Level• Don’t use
header/footer• Include customized
LinkedIn URL• No fluffy/vague
objective
#MyFirstResume
SampleEntry Level• GPA is listed• No high school
mentions
#MyFirstResume
SampleNicholas• Describe employers• Action verbs for
bullets• Sell what you’ve got• Include tech skills• No references
#MyFirstResume
SampleShane• Describe employers• Action verbs for
bullets• Sell what you’ve got• Include tech skills• No references
#MyFirstResume
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
• Use common and clean looking fonts:• Arial, Calibri, Cambria, Tahoma, Book Antiqua & Franklin Gothic
• Only include one of these:• Email address, phone number & LinkedIn URL
• There’s no “I” in resume
• Remember size matters
• Reverse the chronological order
• Make sure you are consistent:• Dates, companies, titles, symbols & bullets
Things to consider or include:
SampleEntry LevelAvailable at:• TopResume.com• TheJobNetwork.com
#MyFirstResume
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
bit.ly/MyFirstResume
Get your free resume critique:
93%@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
?Managing your online footprint
PERSONAL PROFESSIONALOR
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
More resources:• 11 Steps to Writing the Perfect Resume: click here
• How to Create a Custom LinkedIn URL in 3 Easy Steps: click here
• Videos: Click on images below to view videos
Amanda Augustine, CPCC & CPRWCareer Advice Expert Follow us: @TopResumeFollow me: @JobSearchAmandaCareer Advice: www.TopResume.com/career-advice
Thank you
Questions?
Jonathan BulkeleyChief Executive
Officer@TheJobNetwork
Free resume critique: bit.ly/MyFirstResume
Amanda Augustine, CPCC & CPRW
Career Advice Expert@JobSearchAmanda, @TopResume
#MyFirstResume