The Ten-Second Résumé
Presented by Laura NeedsAdapted from Ball State University
Average employer will spend roughly 10-20 seconds reviewing your résumé.
Hmmm. . .
Capture their attention!
Objectives This workshop will give you
1. Essential and optional components of a résumé.
2. Why and how to tailor résumé to employer's needs.
3. How to create powerful accomplishment statements.
4. Differences between chronological and functional résumés.
5. How to prepare a reference list.
6. Where to find additional information.
Capture their attention!
Your resume should Summarize your relevant skills,
strengths, and experiences. Be easy to read.
I HAVE MADE THIS LETTER LONGER THAN USUAL,
BECAUSE I LACK THE TIME TO MAKE IT SHORT.
— BLAISE PASCAL
Résumés Communicate
A resume is a tool to
market. . . YOU!
Capture their attention!
Resume Do’s Tips for getting your resume noticed:
Use high-quality paper Consistent with dates, numbers,
spacing, abbreviations, etc. Check and re-check for errors Someone else critique your résumé
Resume Don’ts Ways to NOT get noticed:
Underestimate this as your first impression
Write lengthy prose Use multiple fonts, typographic
symbols, or visual elements
Resume Don’ts Do NOT do the following:
Use personal pronouns (I, we, my) Include a photograph Mention personal data Give information that could potentially
screen you “out” of the job
Step 1 - Prepare! Identify your
strengths. Research the
employer and position.
Step 2 - Essentials Contact Information
Name
Address (current and permanent)
Telephone number (with area code)
E-mail address
Charlie Cardinal617 W. Birdsboro LaneMuncie, Indiana 47303(765) [email protected]
Step 2 - Essentials Education
Name of Institution
City, State Graduation Date
Degree Awarded Major and Minor Concentration
Area
Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana May 2008
Bachelor of Science, HistoryMinor: American Studies
2 Styles of Resumes: Chronological Functional
Step 3 – Choose a Style
Step 4 - Experience Employer Information:
Name of employer (organization)
City and state of employer
Start and end dates of employment (include month)
Title of position
Step 4 - Experience Accomplishment statements
Emphasize major responsibilities, accomplishments and results
Quantify when possible Start with action verbs
(use past tense if not current job)
ExampleSenior Citizens Coalition, Muncie, Indiana Program Assistant January 2004-June 2006
•Planned and coordinated educational, health, and social programs; increased weekly participation by 40 people•Coordinated 25 volunteers’ schedules for “Meals on
Wheels” program•Recruited, trained, and scheduled 60 volunteers for a nursing home visitation program
Step 5 – Other Info Honors/awards/scholarships Licenses/certificates Publications/presentations/research
Step 5 – Other Info Include as space permits
Career objective and include Specific position and level Employer’s name or specific type of employer Skills you bring to job
Relevant skills section Volunteer Activities
Step 6 - Optional? Memberships/activities College Courses G.P.A.
Only if above a 3.0 Include scale (3.6/4.0)
Step 7 – References? Be considerate of your references’
information You may say “Available upon Request” Alert references when give out information
so they are prepared if contacted So references can speak of how you would
be a fit for position, it is helpful to provide Job description Updated copy of your resume
Step 7 – Reference Page
Name Title Address Telephone
number (with area code)
E-mail address (verify beforehand)
Dr. J. P. SmithDirectorSenior Citizens Coalition3000 Kilgore Ave.Muncie, IN 47303(765) [email protected]
References’ information:
VICKIE L. [email protected]
Present Address (until 5/01/08) Permanent AddressP.O. Box 490000 712 Peachtree RoadMuncie, Indiana, 47304 Calhoun, Indiana 45678(765) 236-0000 (765) 332-1576
Objective Acquire staff reporter or related position at Star Press utilizing my journalism and layout skills.
Education Bachelor of Arts, Journalism Major, Spanish Minor May 2008Ball State University, Muncie, IndianaGPA: 3.4/4.0Study Abroad- Universidad de Salemanca, Salemanca, Spain Summer 2007
Special Computer Experience: Mac and IBM compatible, Aldus PageMaker, Freehand, MS Word Skills Associated Press Style Writing and Editing
Language Skills: Advanced level written and spoken Spanish
Related Hetzler Industries, Inc., Indianapolis, Indiana August 2007- PresentExperience Communication Intern
• Meet weekly deadlines in producing newsletter for 500 team members• Develop marketing materials to support sales effort in eight states• Contribute to quarterly corporate-wide newsletter• Write and distribute press releases concerning new products
Ball State University Publications, Muncie, Indiana August 2006-PresentStudent Life Editor, The Cabin Log • Design and edit award-winning section layout of daily student-run newspaper
What’s wrong here?Nathaniel Pearson
5001 Northlake Ave. 305 Shady Oak LaneMuncie, IN 47304 Cincinnati, Ohio 4524
What’s wrong here?Education: Accounting, 5/03
B.S.U., Muncie, IndianaG.P.A.: 3.7 (major), 3.5
(overall) Honors: Presidential Scholar, Dean’s List, Honors College
What’s wrong here?Cendant, May 2003-August 2003
As an accounting intern, I learned all aspects of the accounting division at Cendant. I assisted the airport account and rent specialist with preparing spreadsheets and researching items. I also prepared account analysis and journal entries.
BSU Computer Labs, 9/02 thru present Checked in student users. Assisted students with computer problems Coordinated lab schedule for lab assistants.
Objectives – Completed?
Did you gain understanding of1. Essential and optional components of a résumé.
2. Why and how to tailor résumé to employer's needs.
3. How to create powerful accomplishment statements.
4. Differences between chronological and functional résumés.
5. How to prepare a reference list.
6. Where to find additional information.
Remember . . . 1. Capture their attention! 10-15 sec/resume2. Communicate clearly and succinctly3. Prepare & include essentials4. Style – chronological or functional5. Proofread & feedback
These steps will lead you to a GREAT Resume!
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