Pieces of a Resume Business Management
Jan 20, 2016
Pieces of a Resume
Business Management
Objective
• TSW write an informative text that conveys the main facets of a resume; heading, objective, education, employment history, experiences, activities, and references.
• Standard:
• 2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. (TN Writing)
Let’s take a poll:
How long do employers typically look at a resume?
a) Less than 30 seconds
b) 3 minutes
c) 1 minute
Resumes are…• Your form of
advertisement…
• Your resume should be:
• concise
• factual
• positive listing of your education, employment history, and accomplishments
What should you include in your resume?
• Heading
• Essential personal information
• Objective
• A one to two sentence explanation of the type of job you are seeking and why
• Education
• The high school you attend and your expected graduation date
• Experience
• Activities
• References, if applicable
Objective
• What are your career goals?
• What are your main qualifications
• Strengths, skills, areas of expertise
• What position are you seeking?
• What type of organization would you like to work for?
High School Objectives
• To obtain knowledge of the day-to-day work of a business through a part time job, summer internship and/or job shadowing experience.
• Reliable and mature high school senior seeking a part-time retail sales position with a youth-oriented clothing environment to gain experience and insight into the fashion industry for a future career in fashion and design.
General Objectives
• To obtain a position in the ______ field where I can utilize my work experience and education to improve company’s operations.
• To obtain a position as a _____ in a _____ company while continuing my education.
What Should be Included Overall:
• Major Headers (used in most, if not all resumes):
• Objective, Education, Employment History, School Activities, Skills and Abilities
• Minor Headers (may be used if applicable):
• Computer experience, associations, certifications, honors/awards, interests and hobbies, and volunteer experience
How do I arrange the information?
• Chronological Format—Follows your work history backward from your current job and back
• Functional Format—Concentrates on skills and responsibilities instead of work history
Chronological Format
• Best when job experience is stable and increasingly responsible.
• Most advantageous for recent college graduates.
• Best if looking for work in the field of your experience.
• Preferred by most employers.
Functional Format• Best for career changers.
• Best for someone who has limited work experience but a great deal of volunteer work
• Best for someone who has been in the same position for a number of years
Resume Format
• Limit your resume to one page
• Use one inch margins
• Blank lines between sections
• At least a 10 point font
Common Mistakes
• Poor spelling/grammar
• Lying about your experience
• Providing too much information
• One page.
• Improper formats/paper
• Professional document.
• Don't use bright paper or stationary.
Ultimately…
• Your FINAL resume should be PERFECT