BCOM 9 Chapter 13: Preparing Resumes and Application Messages
revise
Proofread and _____ your resume a lot. Tiny errors can turn off an employer who may think that if you don't care in your letters, who knows if you'll care when you're on the job? (p. 269)
benign
Provide a ___ (unoffensive) email address on your resume. (p. 245)
action
Remember to use ____ verbs like "Managed a $200,000/year budget..." or "Compiled a database which allowed..." instead of a more passive approach like "I was asked to..." or "Phones were answered..." (p. 247)
resume
Your ____ is a vital communication tool that helps others judge your skills and suitability for a job. (p. 239)
text
A plain ____ version of your resume may be handy for online submissions. (p. 256-257)
application message
A cover letter, or ____ should be sent with every resume unless you're instructed NOT to send one. This sparks an employer's interest and highlights how you can benefit them. (p. 262)
general
A ____ (or boring) objective states something like, "a challenging position that enables me to contribute to a company's success." (p. 244) Ho hum.
beamer
A ____ is a short, quick version of your resume that can be texted (or "beamed") to someone's smart phone. (p. 252)
specific
A ____ objective states something like, "Position where my accounting knowledge, attention to detail and strong work ethic will enable me to contribute to a company's success." (p. 244)
chrono-functional
A ____ resume combines the best of the chronological and the functional resume. (See the sample resume from the health careers student on BB.) (p. 250)
targeted
A ____ resume is one that is customized to fit a certain job ad rather than a boring, general resume that won't get an interview. Shar's thought: What would you use to hunt deer? A rifle or a shotgun that scatters pellets? (p. 243)
scannable
A ____ resume is simplified with common fonts, 10-14 size fonts, no italics, underline, bullets, lines, etc., has lots of white space, is printed on one side of a page, uses a traditional format, and is not stapled or folded. (p. 257)
selling
A cover letter or application message focuses on your central ____ feature. (p. 263)
individual
Address your application materials to the specific ____ that will be interviewing or hiring. If you're responding to a p.o. box or computer, contact the employer and try to find out more. (p. 269)
inline
An ____ resume is simply typed (or cut and pasted) into the body of an email. (p. 256)
I-focused
Avoid ____ statements when possible, avoid unsupported boasting and overused wording, put forth your strengths, give them the info they need, and show that you know about their company and are interested in that SPECIFIC job. (p. 266-267)
sloppy
Don't be ____ when filling in online forms or when writing and attaching a cover letter. EVERYTHING reflects your eye for detail (or not). (p. 256)
evidence
Don't just say you have a skill. SHOW an employer. Give them evidence. (p. 265)
take action
Encourage your reader to ____ and contact you for a meeting or interview. Don't be pushy. Be confident. (p. 265-266)
appealing
For a print resume, create an ____ resume that highlights your key qualifications, is formatted to be easy-to-read, and is consistent. It is also printed out nicely on decent paper so it stands out. (p. 251-252)
video
If you make a slick _____ of your resume, it can be posted on YouTube for public or password-protected viewers. (p. 260)
job you want
In a good cover letter or application message, tell the reader what ____ and how you're qualified to do it. (p. 264)
message
Include a cover letter or cover _____ with your resume unless specifically told not to. (p. 257)
related
List _____ job experience first and then unrelated job experience after that. If you have little work experience, put education first. (p. 246)
tracking
Many companies use an electronic-_____ system to process tons of resumes--in these cases, a key word list can help your resume get ranked higher than someone else's. (p. 257)
qualified
Next, focus on education and work experience that shows you are ____ to do a job in your cover letter or application message. (p. 264)
internet
On the ____ , you can search and apply for job openings, post your resume, and find out job requirements and general pay scales. (p. 242-243)
online
Once you post your resume ____ , be aware than *anyone* can see it. (p. 254)
activities
Only include honors and ____ if it directly applies to the job. (p. 247-248)
sites
The 10 most popular job _____ are indeed, monster, careerbuilder, glassdoor, simplyhired, jobdiagnosis, aoljobs, beyond, snagajob, and ziprecruiter. (pic on p. 242)
standard
The ____ parts of a resume include ID (contact info), specific job or career objective, career summary, qualifications (including education and work experience), honors & activities (if they apply), personal information, and references. (p. 244-248)
The resume you design and ___ out is your PRIMARY marketing document and how it looks is extremely important. (p. 251)
listings
To find good job ____ online, put in key words and phrases RATHER than a job title, use phrases like "entry-level," search with a wide term and then narrow down, don't limit yourself to 1 site, and don't get distracted. (p. 243)
opportunities
To find jobs or "career ____ ," you can check printed sources, networks, career service centers, employers' websites, agencies & contractors, professional organizations, or go online. (p. 239-241)
guidance
To get good career ____ online, visit career sites, visit corporate sites, find out specific skills companies are looking for, and network with employers. (p. 243)
searchable
To make your scanned resume _____ , put your name first, add keywords, and support your keywords with facts in your resume. (p. 257-258)
education
Under _____ , list each degree, major / area of study, and graduation date (or expected graduation date). (p. 245)
essential
When gathering ____ information, do a self-assessment, investigate the company you are applying to, and find your own key selling points. (p. 239)
professional
With a ____ portfolio, (also called an electronic portfolio or e-portfolio), you've collected samples of your work, awards, certificates, performance appraisals, etc., scanned them in, and distributed the portfolio to prospective employers through a protected website or a CD. (p. 258, 260)
functional
With a ____ resume, you break out your transferable skills into headings or areas. (p. 250-251)
multimedia
With a ____ resume, you create a resume using more creative software like Camtasia, and then made it available to an employer through a CD or protected website. (p. 260)
chronological
With a ____ resume, you list the most recent job on top. It's a traditional format with areas for education and work experience. (p. 249-250)
unsolicited
You may send an application (cover letter and resume) to an employer even if a job isn't posted. This is known as an _____ application message. (p. 262)
