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When identifying your skills for the job, a good strategy is to develop a table with ???. In the first column, list ???. In the second column, list ???.
- 2 columns - list the job description - your qualifications
FINAL THOUGHTS ON RESUMES: Employers only spend ??? seconds on a resume Stress ??? and ?? Demonstrate ?? you can make to employer Communicate your qualifications to employers in the most ???? Target your resume to ????
- 7-20 - results and accomplishments - contributions - effective manner possible - the needs of the employer
What are the best places to conduct company research?
- Current professional journals and magazines - The company's website - Vault - Glassdoor - Professional organizations related to that industry - People who work at the company
By researching the company, you can: ??? of the profession and the organization Give ???? in working for a particular company ??? to ask about the job and/or company based off your research
- Demonstrate your knowledge - reasons for your interest - Develop questions in advance
EX of skills/strengths to talk about in 30 sec commercial
- Direct Skills - Indirect Skills - Personal Characteristics
After the interview: ? your performance Send a thank-you note within ?? Keep records of important??? and ?? for follow-up
- Evaluate - 24 hours - dates and details
EX of experience to talk about in 30 sec commercial
- Internships - Part-time jobs - Volunteer - Extracurricular - Major/Class projects
How to Make the Most of a College Networking Event?
- Prepare a List of Questions: - Research Career Fields of Interest: - Practice an Elevator Speech: - arrive early - Bring Business Cards: - follow up
What do you research?
- Stock market quotes - Recent news and developments - Scope of the company - Products and services - Corporate officers
Ex of good questions for "do you have any questions"
- What type of training does your company provide? - What do you enjoy about working here? - What are some of the challenges this role will face?
To start your cover letter you: use a ?? for punctuation
- Your Identifying Information (same header as resume) - Today's Date - Inside address and salutation(same as resume) - colon
how do you end a cover letter? Use? Sign your name neatly in ?? or ?? ink Type your name ?? your signature
- Your Signature - Use "Sincerely" - blue or black ink - under
The Body. A business letter is always typed and the paragraphs should use ???? (no indentions/Microsoft Justify) Regardless of format, skip a line between ??. Skip a line between the ? and ?. Skip a line between the ? and the ?.
- block style format - paragraphs - greeting and the body - body and the close
The Complimentary Close ends with a ? and is in the same column as the ?
- comma - heading
What are common mistakes on a cover letter? 1. Failing to ??? 2. Appearing unprofessional in ___,_____, and ___ 3. ___,_____, and ___ errors 4. Awkward ?? and ???? voice 5. Being overly ___,_____, and ___ 6. Appearing________ rather than _______ 7. Saying little about your ___,_____, and ___ 8. Addressed to ??? or ?? 9. Produced on ???
- communicate a clear purpose - form, structure, and design - language/use of passive - assertive, boastful, obnoxious - self-centered rather than job- or employer-centered - wrong person and/or wrong place - cheap paper
The Inside Address This is the address you are sending your letter to. Make it as ??? as possible. Include ??? & ?? if you know them. Skip another line after the inside address before the ??.
- complete - titles and names - greeting
lastly for an interview you need to: 1. Be??, sell yourself... 2. Have ? Learn from your mistakes... 3. and ?
- confident - fun! - practice
As a student or recent grad, your ?? will probably be the most important credential for the job your applying for. So, it needs to be listed towards the ???
- education - top of your resume.
in the second paragraph of the cover letter you should? Describe your ??? and ?? Illustrate through ??? how you will be an asset to the company/program Okay to use?? paragraphs for this section
- educational background and relevant experiences that qualify you for the position - SPECIFIC examples - 1-2
How can you request a informational interview? 1. Writing an ??? to prospective contacts is often the best approach. Even if they already know you, it is courteous and lets them prepare for your request. 2. Identify yourself as an ??? and explain ???/??? I recommend that you attach a ?? to provide more information about your background. 3. Mention that you are broadly interested in their field and that you would like to schedule a visit in their office to get some advice and information about their career field. A ??? informational interview is recommended; however, when schedules or geographical location preclude the possibility of this, a ??? interview can also be effective.
- email - Ole Miss student and where you found their name and why you are writing; resume - 30 minute face-to-face - telephone
More Tips for Successful Interviewing: Think like an ?? Don't ?? past employers/co-workers Be aware of ?? questions Maintain ???, even if the employer does not Be prepared for the ?? Be aware of ??? Be ???
- employer - criticize - illegal - professionalism - unexpected - body language - well-groomed
in the 3rd paragraph of the cover letter you should? Encourage action for the employer to ??? Invite the employer to contact you by including your ?? and ?? ?? the employer for his/her time and consideration
- extend an invitation for an interview - phone number and e-mail address - Thank
The greeting in a business letter is always?? It normally begins with the word "?" and always includes the ?? . It should have a title: The greeting in a business letter always ends in a ??. (You know you are in trouble if you get a letter from a boyfriend or girlfriend and the greeting ends in a ??--it is not going to be friendly.)
- formal. - Dear and person's last name - colon - colon
In first paragraph of cover letter you should? Include information about ??? Clearly state the ??? for which you are applying "??" if someone referred you or indicate how you have had exposure to the company (Meet the Companies, etc.) Indicate what ??
- how you learned of the particular company or position - particular position - Name drop - interests you about the position (based on your research of the company)
Step 1 to building a targeted resume? Read the ??? and highlight ??? 2. 3. Highlight these relevant skills and personal characteristics in your resume.
- job/internship description - key qualifications/words.
- Know your employment ??? - Know your ?? background - Know your ? - Know your ??? and ??? (Give Examples!) for all of these questions you should also ask how it relates ??
- objective/goals - educational - experience - abilities and skills - to the position/employer
The premise is that ??? Instead of asking ??? , they ask ??.
- past behavior predicts future performance - what you would do, what you did
For an Information interview: 1. When emailing, remember to be???. First impressions are crucial! 2. Keep in mind that you do not want to ask ????? This is an opportunity to gather information and get advice from an experienced person working in a field of interest to you. 3. The Informational Interview is a professional appointment you must Arrive ____ and ???/?? professionally. 4. If you must cancel, call the contact with days of advance notice.
- professional - directly for a job. - on-time, and dress and act
When describing your experiences No ??? ; Use ? Provide ___ OR ______ including transferable skills You should ?? ($, %, #)
- pronouns; Use VERBS - scenarios or examples of skill - Quantify
The Heading contains the ??? and it may be necessary to include a line after the address and before the date for a ?, ?,?, or something similar. A line should be skipped between the ???? & ???
- return address - phone number, fax number, E-mail address, or something similar. - address and date.
Most job sites provide what features and information?
- search and apply for jobs - post your resume - get a feel for job requirements and pay
managing your career begins with recognizing that ???? is less important than????
- securing a new job - assessing the impact of that job on your life.
The cover letter communicates ?? and highlights ??? that are directly relevant to the job you are seeking
- skills - specific qualifications
Always address the letter to a ??? . Call HR to request the name of someone on the hiring committee if you can't find one online. If you are unable to find a specific name, use "?????? ," etc. Never say, ????? ," as it sounds very cold and impersonal.
- specific individual - Dear Hiring Manager," "Dear Committee Chair - "To Whom It May Concern
The Signature Line. Skip ?? lines and type out the ? to be signed. This customarily includes a ??. Also, sign your name if it is being ?? or ??
- two - name - middle initial - mailed or hand delivered.
Tips for Successful Interviewing: Interviewing is a ??? process Never answer "??/??" only - elaborate! ??? carefully & react Use ??? to make your case The interview begins the minute you ???? Be ?!
- two-way - yes/no - Listen - specific examples - step on to the company lot - positive
What are effective ways to use career guidance information on the internet?
- visiting career sites for info on job phases - visits corporate website to learn about companies - identifying specific skills that companies are seeking - network with prospective employers
During the interview: Know ?? and ??the interview takes place ?? for Success Arrive ??? minutes early Bring a ???? and extra ?? Take ??? and ask ??
- when and where - Dress - 10-15 - portfolio and extra resumes - notes and ask questions PLUS SMILE :)
What 4 things does the third and last paragraph of the cover letter do?
1) Summarizes why you are the ideal candidate for the position 2) Requests a meeting or interview a employer's convenience 3) Invites the employer to contact you with questions (include phone number and e-mail address here); and 4) Thanks the employer for his/her time and consideration
the 30 sec commercial has three major sections to talk about what are they?
1. Education (Why this major/University?) 2. Experience (How has your experience prepared you for this position?) 3. Skills/Strengths (What skills/strengths can you bring to this position?)
What are the 3 steps of the research base of a job search?
1. Gather info for decision making 2. Prepare a company/job profile 3. Identify unique selling points and specific support
To save space and emphasize what you have accomplished what 3 techniques should you use?
1. Omit pronouns 2. use subject understood sentences 2. begin with action verbs.
The Five Golden Rules of Goal Setting?
1. Set Goals that Motivate You 2. Set SMART Goals 3. Set Goals in Writing 4. Make an Action Plan 5. Stick With It!
What are the 7 parts of a formal letter?
1. The Heading. 2. The Date 3. The Inside Address. 4.The Greeting 5. The Body. 6. The Complimentary Close. 7. The Signature Line.
Types of Interview Questions?(8)
1. Traditional 2. Behavioral/Competency 3. Contextual Future 4. Brain Teaser 5. Strength-based 6. Stress 7. Case Study 8. "Off the Wall"
What are the 5 Best Ways To Network While You're Still In College
1. Use part-time jobs and internships to your advantage 2. Cold email people you admire(reaching out to someone you don't know) 3. Take advantage of professional networking groups and clubs on campus 4. Meet with professors, even ones with whom you never took classes 5. Reach out to everyone you know in your personal network
5 Things to Think About Before Writing the cover letter
1. What does the prospective employer need? (This is listed in the job description.) 2. What are your objectives? (Ex. Secure an Internship; Networking) 3.What are 3-5 qualities that you would bring to this employer/job/organization? (Direct Skills, Transferable Skills, Personal Characteristics) 4. How can you match your experience to the job? (What are at least two specific accomplishments you can mention which give credence to the qualities you previously identified?) 5.Why do you want to work for this particular organization? {It's not about what they can do for you (money, experience).}
What two ways can you include your resume when emailing it to a job bank?
1. incline resume 2. test resume
How can you make sure your resume is scannable?
1. information is presented in a manner computer can read 2. maximize the number of hit your resume receives by using powerful words
what is the checklist to optimize your linked in profile?
1. photo 2. headline 3. Professional Summary 4. Experience 5. organizations 6. education 7. volunteer experience 8. Skills 9. Honors/awards 10. courses 11. projects 12. recommendations
What are the 3 types of interviews?
1. series 2. virtual 3. phone
What are the types of resumes?
1.Chronological 2. functional 3. chronological-functional
How do you prepare for an interview (5)
1.research company 2. study yourself 3. plan appearance 4. plan time and materials 5. practice
Tip: You want the employer to remember your name, so it should stand out. Consider using ??? and ??
16 pt. font and bold type.
what paragraph of the cover letter do you "sell yourself "
2nd
How many paragraphs should your cover letter have?
3
for "tell me about yourself" question utilize the "??" as a framework for your response.
30 Second Commercial
what is a resume?
A marketing tool that highlights your skills and experiences that are relevant for the position.
the cover letter ?? your resume
Accompanies
Identifying Information can include?
Address (optional) Telephone number with professional voice-mail Professional email address Professional social media accounts or websites (optional)
what is the CAR method?
C-challenge/situation(what challenge did I face) A-action(what action did you take) R- results(what were the results)
The ??? Method helps uncover accomplishments and results for your experiences.
CAR
You should use the ?? method when describing your experiences
CAR method
When Determining the needs of the Employers Job description = ??
Cheat Sheet - The employer tells you everything they are looking for in the job description
When ask "do you have any questions" DO NOT ASK?
DO NOT ASK ABOUT SALARY AND BENEFITS.
What are systems that increase the efficiency of processing resumes by strong scanned resumes in electronic data base
Electronic applicant tracking systems
For a "what are you strengths and weakness" question you should answer your WEAKNESSES by?
For this questions, remember everyone has weaknesses, how do you neutralize them?
Examples of Behavioral Questions:
Give me an example... Tell me about a time...
Step 3 to building a targeted resume?
Highlight these relevant skills and personal characteristics in your resume.
EX of Brain Teaser questions
How many ping pongs can fit in a Volkswagen?
what is the is the first thing an employer will see, so it needs to be professional, neat, and organized.
Identifying Information
Ex of sections that COULD be in your resume
Identifying Information Education Experience
the education section should include?
Include: Official Degree Name: (Bachelor of...) University and Location Graduation Date GPA (optional): List it only if 3.0 or higher Study Abroad, Relevant Courses, Course Projects (optional)
Experience section should include?
Include: - Title, Company/Organization, Dates, City and State - List related skills, responsibilities, accomplishments, and results of your actions
?? is the most popular online networking site
What is a traditional job search?
Locating a job by printed sources, networking, career services centers, etc
For instance, consider International Paper, a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Memphis. What's their biggest selling product?
NOT PAPER It's paper products like food containers
What does the pre interview consist of ?
PREPARING FOR THE INTERVIEW: - Researching the Company - Researching the Position - Researching Yourself - Interview Practice!
what are Personal Characteristics? EX?
Personal attributes that you bring to the positon. Example: Work Ethic, Initiative
The interviewing process can be broken down into 3 stages:
Pre-Interview Interview Post-Interview
there is no need to state "?". on reference sheet
Reference available upon request
???? prior to writing the letter. Tell them why you want to work for them!
Research the employer
??? and ??? are often the first contact we have with a potential employer.
Resumes and cover letters
To execute the STAR method In each response, you should provide the:
S - Situation (Describe the situation, problem, or issue you encountered) T - Task (Describe the tasks/responsibilities you took to solve the problem ) A - Action (Discuss the steps you actually took to effect a solution) R - Result (Describe the positive results of your actions OR what you learned from the situation)
what is a direct skill? EX?
Skills directly related to the position. Example: Social Media Marketing, Sales Experience
what is a Transferable skill? EX?
Skills that can transfer to the position. Example: Communication, Leadership
what does SMART stand for?
Specific Measurable. Attainable. Relevant. Time Bound.
EX of Behavioral/Competency questions
Tell me about a time you demonstrated initiative. Can you give me a specific example of your leadership skills?
the 2nd paragraph of the cover letter should do what?
Tell the employer why they should hire you! Describe your accomplishments, previous experience, and job-specific skills. (You can use one or two paragraphs for this section.) Be selective. -Focus on what you can do for the company instead of what the company can do for you.
This is a short, polite closing It begins at the same column the heading does.
The Complimentary Close.
What is the purpose of a cover letter.
The purpose of this letter is to match your skills, education, and experience to the employer's needs and to express your interest in the position and the company/organization.
What should you ask yourself when writing a resume?
What are the employer's needs? What are my qualifications related to those needs?
EX of Traditional questions
What are your strengths? Weaknesses?
EX of Stress questions
What is the worst thing you've heard about working with our company?
EX of "Off the Wall" questions
What kind of animal would you be?
EX of Contextual Future questions
What would you do if a customer walked in and was upset with a purchase?
Tip: Remember the job description is the employer's "???," so do not assume you are not qualified because you are lacking one or two key qualifications.
Wish List
EX of Strength-based questions
Would you describe yourself as a hammer or a nail in your working style?
Step 2 to building a targeted resume? Identify ??? and. ??? for the position. Provide examples of these skills.
YOUR skills and personal characteristics
EX of case study questions
Your client is a $300 million a year copper mining company. This year it has lost $50 million. How do you turn it around?
What is a unstructured interview?
a freewheeling interview that can shift from subject to subject
what is a professional portfolio?
a portfolio presented in a digital format and distributed to a prospective employers via a website, cd/cvc, or other media
What are printed sources?
ad requests
The majority of job openings are never ?
advertised
When will you want to register with your colleges career service center?
at least 3 semester before you graduate
The cover letter Enables you to ???
attract the employer's interest!
What is a good way to learn about jobs
being involved and ACTIVE in organizations..being an officer looks really good on a resume
Tip: Typically after 1 or 2 jobs after graduation, your education will shift to the ??? This is because as you get more experience, your most important qualifications for the position is your experience, so it needs to be listed at the top.
bottom of your resume.
what are the 3 things employers look for in a resume?
campus involvement, education, and experience
This means that your resume is always ??? as you grow in experience and apply to different jobs.
changing
When making a targeted resume you should also have a knowledge of your?
competitors
Be ????? and ????? (market yourself!), but be careful not to sound arrogant.
confident and positive
The STAR method provides a ?? format to respond to behavioral questions.
consistent
Never send out a resume without a well-designed, position-specific ????
cover letter.
Include a cover letter even if you are??? your resume to an employer.
e-mailing
Most employers prefer to receive resume through ?
electronic media
professional portfolio is also known as?
electronic portfolio or e-portfolio
Most career services centers use ?????
electronic tracking systems
How can you put your resume online
email to job bank
Hint: Most interview questions should be related to the ?????.
essential duties of the position
The ??? section is one of the most important sections in your resume because it relates your qualifications to the job you're applying for.
experience
What you put in your resume, and how you present it, depends on your ??? and the ??
experience and the job you are applying for.
For a "what are you strengths and weakness" question you should answer your STRENGTHS by?
giving strengths and examples related to the job description.
What does An inside address help with?
helps the recipient route the letter properly and can help should the envelope be damaged and the address become unreadable.
As with the resume, the cover letter should be printed on ????? if you are mailing it and/or hand delivering
high quality resume paper
Tip: The bullets are listed by ??? to the position.
importance
Why does the job search start with research?
in order to assess your marketability
What is the purpose of a unsolicited application message?
increase your chances of locating potential openings
An increasing number of companies and job hunters are using ? to assist in the job search process
internet
What is a structured interview?
interview format generally used in screening process, follows and agenda, or checklist
What is a stressed interview?
interview performed in an anxiety producing situation
What are Informational Interviews?
is a conversation you have with a professional who can provide information and expertise about career options, industries, employment conditions, employers/ professional organizations, or their personal experience.
What is a incline resume?
it is included in the body of an email
The ??? and ???? requirements give you an insight into possible interview questions.
job description and position
in the experience section it is more than a ?
job description:
When Determining the needs of the Employers... It is your responsibility to ???
match your skills to the job description!
What is an application message?
message placed at top of resume...its a cover letter
Developing a ??? is often the most valuable source of info about jobs
network of contacts
Who can be a good source of information about job opportunities
officers of professional organizations
Keep the cover letter to ?? or ??
one page or less
What is a functional resume
organizational format for resumes that highlight an applicants skills
Unlike traditional questions, behavioral questions focus on your ???.
past behaviors
When emailing employers or uploading documents for a job/internship position, you should always send your resume and cover letter as a??? . This locks in the formatting and allows your document to be transmitted without being altered. This is extremely important because you do not know what system the other person is running
The cover letter Illustrates more of your ??? than the "factual" resume
personality
what is a text resume?
plain text version of resume
Tip 1: Frame your goal statement ??? If you want to improve your retention rates say, "I will hold on to all existing employees for the next quarter" rather than "I will reduce employee turnover." The first one is motivating; the second one still has a get-out clause "allowing" you to succeed even if some employees leave.
positively.
What is a beamer?
quick version of resume designed in a format suitable for broadcasting on smartphones also known as BEAMABLE RESUME
Your ?? should never be on your resume. They should be on a separate word document
references
Don't just ??? your resume. Provide examples of your qualifications that make you well suited for the job.
regurgitate
the job search begins with?
research
There is no one right way to write a ??.
resume
What is a scannable resume?
resume formatted to ensure a scanner can accurately read and covert it into a digital format
what is a chronological-functional resume
resume that combines features of functional and chronological resumes
What is a targeted resume?
resume that reflects the requirements of a specific job listing
The Greeting. Also called the ?? .
salutation
Your bullets need to provide detailed information regarding your ___,___,___
skills, abilities, and accomplishments.
The way you list related ____,_____,____, and the ____ of your actions are the key to a great resume.
skills, responsibilities, accomplishments, and the results
The Date. This should be ??? Skip a line after the ??? and before the ???.
spelled out - date and before the inside address
It's best to have a position posting in front of you when you write the cover letter so that you can ????
tailor your letter to the needs of the company as expressed in the posting.
the first paragraph of the cover letter should do what?
tells what position you are applying for and how you learned of the position. - be sure to mention if you know someone in the company or a reference in this paragraph
Tip 2: If you use a To-Do List , make yourself a To-Do List template that has your goals at ????
the top of it.
"tell me about yourself" is a ?? question
traditional
your search for potential career opportunities likely involve ???? and ??? job search sources.
traditional and electronic
What is a chronological resume
traditional organizational format for sums, with heading that spotlight an applications education and experiences
what is a unsolicited application message?
unrequested message sent to many prospective employers
a ? can be used to extend visually the impact of a printed resume?
video recording
Post your goals in ??? to remind yourself every day of what it is you intend to do.
visible places
Tip: To make sure your goal is motivating, write down ??? and ??? Ask yourself, "If I were to share my goal with others, what would I tell them to convince them it was a worthwhile goal?"
why it's valuable and important to you.
When should you not skip two lines for "the signature line"
you have unusually wide or narrow lines
Before you interview you must "know" ???
yourself:
