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CROSS EXAMINING RESUMES & LINKED
INLani CaffeyGriffin Associates
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WHAT IS IT YOU DO AGAIN?
Can you get me a job?
What do you bring to the table, lady?
Cover Letters
Types of Resumes
Resume Suggestions
Linked In
Q & A
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COVER LETTERS ARE OLD SCHOOL
Tips
Find hiring manager’s name or title
Concise (1-2 paragraphs)
Highlight experience or skills that align with company culture
Ex. Servant Leadership
Not too formal, but not too folksy
Exceptions
Employer asks for one
Explain gaps, what you did during that time
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SKILLS BASED RESUME
When to use: New to the job market
Short-term positions, internships, or temporary positions rather than long-term experience
Changing career fields
Work experience is all very similar and seems redundant Ex. Jessica
Significant work gaps – a year or more
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SKILLS BASED RESUMEWhat to Include:Pick 3-4 Skills (Project Management, Communication, Leadership)
Create bullets explaining accomplishments for each skill
Brief work history
Extras Education Certifications Professional affiliations Project list Relevant Community Involvement
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CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME
Most commonly used
Go with summary instead of objective
Start with current or most recent experience
Include months and years
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RESUME SUGGESTIONS Each resume submitted should be tailored to each position and company - buzzwords
Concise - No more than 2 pages
FormattingEasy on the eyes30 second scan
FontsHelvetica, Arial, Calibri - Clean linesGaramond to maximize spaceTimes New Roman = SweatpantsNo more than two
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FAUX PAS
Spelling or grammar errors
Getting too personal
Inconsistencies
Speaking ill of previous employers or co-workers
Inappropriate social media
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LINKED IN
Familiar with Linked In?
Great for networking
Recruiters can find you
Follow interesting companies & job postings
Keep consistent with resume
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QUESTIONS?