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Learn Learn Getting your foot in the door!

Let’s Start with Me! How do I make the match? What can I do now? How do I get my foot in the door? How do I sell myself? How do I make a great impression? What’s my next move? E - Explain X – EXamine L – Learn O - Opportunities R – Rules of the Workplace E -Evaluate P – Picture what you want & Plan 2 You are here! Program Overview

3 Career Decision Making Process You are here! Preparation Major, Career, or Vocation Decision Making Information & Opportunity Research Personality, interests, and skills Self Knowledge

4 Topics Cover Letter Resume

Cover Letter and Resume 5 Cover Letter A letter of introduction accompanying a resume Resume Presents background and skill sets Summary of relevant job experience and education

Cover Letter  Explain experience in story-like format that works with resume  Go in-depth about experience/skill and relate them to job requirements  Show the employer that you are individualizing this job application  Provides a sample of your written communication skills  Explains why you would be a great fit 6

7 Resume – What to include Name, Address, Phone, Professional Profile or Objective Professional Experience Skills/Certifications Education Activities/Leadership/Service

Resume – What NOT to include Personal information Birthday, Religion, Race, Height, Weight, Sex Pictures References Inappropriate Salary History Personal information Birthday, Religion, Race, Height, Weight, Sex Pictures References Inappropriate Salary History

Building your Resume 9

Example 10 Jane Smith 123 Main Street, Atlanta, GA Home (404) Cell (404) Objective: To obtain a retail position where I can use my experience to add value to an organization. Education: Smith College, Atlanta, GA; currently enrolled Sylvan High School; Atlanta, GA; May 2006 Summary of Qualifications: More than 1 year of experience in customer service-related positions Highly motivated, goal-oriented, and persuasive Strong communication, organization, and time management skills Experience: ABC Company - Sales Associate; July 2007 – Present Soma; Atlanta, GA Assist customers Manage inventory of merchandise Use computerized point-of-purchase system Handle cash and credit card transactions Baby Sitter/Pet Sitter; Present Provides baby sitting and dog walking services for families within my community. Leadership & Service President - Student Government Mentor - YMCA Captain - soccer team Achievements: Good Citizens Award Recipient Silver Eagle Award Recipient –

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