How to Write a Resume: Webinar for Recent College Graduates

Resume Writing for Recent College Graduates

#MyFirstResume

Webinar presented by: TheJobNetwork: thejobnetwork.comTopResume: topresume.com

http://www.thejobnetwork.com/

https://www.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

http://bit.ly/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

http://www.theladders.com/careers/

JOBAPPLICATIONS

ONLINEPRESENCE

ELEVATORPITCH

@TheJobNetwork @TopResume

Your personal brand

#MyFirstResume

Run a searchfor jobs that both interest you and you’re qualified for.



• 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


• 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?

Powered by

http://www.thejobnetwork.com/


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


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



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


@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


http://www.thejobnetwork.com/7-interview-questions-youre-not-expecting

http://www.thejobnetwork.com/the-6-hardest-interview-questions-of-2016

http://www.thejobnetwork.com/the-15-worst-mistakes-you-can-make-in-your-20s

http://www.thejobnetwork.com/3-things-to-research-before-any-job-interview

http://www.thejobnetwork.com/10-biggest-job-search-mistakes-of-new-college-grads

Your Brand: On PaperResume Best Practices


6@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume

only six seconds to makethe right impression

#MyFirstResume

*Data from an eye-tracking study conducted by Ladders

http://www.theladders.com/careers/

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

https://www.topresume.com/career-advice/excellent-resume-for-recent-grad-05-2016

http://www.businessinsider.com/excellent-resume-for-recent-grad-2014-7

SampleEntry Level• GPA is listed• No high school

mentions

#MyFirstResume


https://www.topresume.com/career-advice/excellent-resume-for-recent-grad-05-2016

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



• 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


bit.ly/MyFirstResume

Get your free resume critique:


93%@TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume

?Managing your online footprint

PERSONAL PROFESSIONALOR



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

https://www.topresume.com/career-advice/11-tips-to-writing-perfect-resume

https://www.topresume.com/career-advice/customize-linkedin-profile-url

http://www.businessinsider.com/resume-expert-reveals-perfect-resume-looks-like-2016-4

http://www.businessinsider.com/we-showed-real-resumes-expert-feedback-brutal-2016-2

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


How to Write a Resume: Webinar for Recent College Graduates

Career

Transcript of How to Write a Resume: Webinar for Recent College Graduates