Chapter 16 The Job Search and Resume 16 Chapter 16Krizan Business Communication ©20052 How can you...

Chapter 16The Job Search

and Resume

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Chapter 16 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 2

How can you begin your job campaign?


To learn more about yourself, completeInterest inventory

assessmentsCareer decision-making

assessments


What can you discover from these assessments?


These assessments will help you obtain a clearer picture of your qualifications and career preferences.


Distinguish between solicited and unsolicited positions.


Solicited position

Specific job for which employers are seeking applicants


Unsolicited position

Job that is available but is unlisted or unadvertised


What information should you normally omit from your resume?


HeightWeightMarital

status

Birth date Number of

childrenReligious

affiliation


Why is your resume vital to your job campaign?


Your resume emphasizes your strengths and accomplishments for the position or career field.


What is meant by the phrase “scanning a resume”?


This means changing hard copies to an electronic database for storage and processing.


What should be included on a Summary of Qualifications?


Accomplishments and Qualifications related to the position.


When would you include high school information in your resume?


Developed a job-related skill

Want to return to area

High school information should be included if you


Explain the term “keywords” with reference to resume preparation.


Keywords are generally nouns that describe you and are used widely in the career field.


Where should “keywords” be used in your resume?


When preparing a scannable resume, use “keywords” in

Summary of Qualifications

Experience


How should business references be chosen?


Individuals who know you and will give a positive recommendation, including former employers.


Where is the reference section located?


References are placed on different page, separate from the resume.

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