1. Writing Your Resume Planning 10

2. What is a Resume? A resume is a list of your qualifications that allows an employer to see the value in you as a future employee – you are selling yourself! A personal history of your experiences and accomplishments A general summary of your educational and employment background

3. What’s the purpose of a resume? It is unlikely that a resume will get you a job - it gets you an interview. An effective resume can open doors for you.

4. H OW DO Y OU P REPARE A R ESUME ? 1.Self-Assessment In what type of atmosphere or environment do I feel most comfortable? Do I prefer working with people, data, or things? What kinds of things have I succeeded in doing in all phases of my life? What activities or interests do I enjoy most and how can I incorporate some of these interests into viable work alternatives? What kinds of things do I dislike doing?

5. 2.Individuality in Resumes Your resume speaks for you when you're not there. Because of this, your resume should reflect you in style and content. H OW DO Y OU P REPARE A R ESUME ?

6. 3.Components of a Resume Career Goals - optional; be specific, clear and concise Personal Information - This section is required in order that the employer may contact you if he/she wishes. Include your name, address, telephone number; if relevant, date of birth.

7. H OW DO Y OU P REPARE A R ESUME ? 3.Components of a Resume Education - This section describes your training and schooling. Most employers believe that a diploma is a sign of dependability and stability. Provide the name of educational institutions attended, periods of attendance, course or program taken, area of specialization, academic awards, technical skills, non-credit courses, workshops or seminars taken and any awards or honours attained.

8. 3.Components of a Resume Work Experience - This section should include all experiences that are relevant to securing your employment objectives. It includes summer, part-time, and permanent jobs. Start with the most recent job and working backwards in reverse chronological order  period of employment, name and location of employer, title of position, duties, responsibilities, skills, promotions. Don't forget your volunteer work, babysitting, paper routes, etc. if you have no other experiences.

9. H OW DO Y OU P REPARE A R ESUME ? 3.Components of a Resume Activities and Interests - This section of your resume shows an employer how active and alive you are. The activities you are involved with tell about your personality and abilities. This includes clubs, extra-curricular activities, volunteer work, sports, hobbies.

10. 3.Components of a Resume References - Never use a relative as a reference. Always ask permission of the person before using their name, thus preventing any possible embarrassment. Include the name, position, address, telephone number; can be previous co- workers, teachers, long-time friends of the family, clergy, doctors, bankers, coaches, etc. In other words, if possible, use professionals.