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Introductions of group members Individual and group goals for the workshop Ice Breaker
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ICE BREAKER!!!
Bingo
Training Games
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OBJECTIVE
To provide the skills and tools for creating and preparing your own resume
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AGENDA
What is a resume? What types of resumes are there? What should you include on a resume? What are your skills and attributes? Who are your references?
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The average employer looks at a resume between 10-15 seconds. This is the time they decide to either KEEP IT or TOSS IT.
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WHAT IS A RESUME?
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Advertisement selling a product.YOU! Specifically your skills, experiences, and attributes. First meeting between you and the employer
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TYPES OF RESUMES
THE KEY IS BALANCE
Chronological
Combo/Hybrid
Presents your education A balance between the functional Functional followed by our work experience and chronological resume styles Highlights relevant skills and Ideal for people with extensive It highlights your skills, followed accomplishments experience and no gaps in by work a list of relevant experience Used when you have history and education Shows a steady job progression Works well for those with little a variety of work experience formal Includes skills and no dates Works well for those obtaining a experience similar position doing similar The most commonly used resume work Includes dates
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ACTIVITY BREAK
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SECTIONS OF A RESUME
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Header Objective / Personal Profile Summary of Qualifications Skills and Attributes Employment and Volunteer Experience Education and/or Certification References
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HEADER OF A RESUME
Name Address Telephone/Cell phone Number E-mail address
www.gmail.com
www.hotmail.com
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www.yahoo.ca
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Barbara Barista
123 Whatever St Anywhere, B.C. A1A 1A1
Home: 604-555-2222 Cell: 778-888-8888 bbarista@anymail.com
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OBJECTIVE: Customer Service position with Crazy Bean coffee Company. PROFILE: A personable individual with strong communication skills, who is committed to complete customer service and satisfaction. Recognized as friendly, motivated and always welcomes a challenge. Capable, trustworthy, and dependable.
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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
What makes you the best person for the job? List the top four or five skills & qualifications here. Include skills mentioned in the job posting if applicable.
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QUALIFICATIONS Professional customer service provider Proficient in handling cash, taking payments and making change Passion for fashion and clothing
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ACTIVITY BREAK
Attribute Rummy
Skills
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ACCOMPLISHMENT STATEMENTS
Written proof of what you have accomplished (use numbers if applicable) A success story from your past work experience Shows how you are unique or what value you can bring
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E.g. Implemented new employee training program that dramatically increased productivity and morale.
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Increased reported customer satisfaction rate by 20% by providing effective training for more than 15 new employees in a six month period.
Trained more than 15 new employees over a six month period resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
Good
Trained new employees resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
OK
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Trained new
employees.
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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Job title Name of the company Dates of employment (years only) Location of the company (optional)
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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
2003-2006 2006-2008
2003-2006 2006-2008
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VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Non-paid work experiences E.g. Candy Striper at hospital, dog walker for BCSPCA, Big Brother/Sister, Scouts/Guides
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2003-2006 2003-present
Candy Striper L.M.H. Langley, B.C. Dog Walker SPCA Surrey, B.C.
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2003-2006 2003-present
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REFERENCES
Provides employer with background information Should be on separate sheet of matching paper 3-4 references are enough Given upon request usually at interview
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TYPES OF REFERENCES
Work most recent job (supervisor or manager) Academic professor or teacher who knows if you are capable Personal/Character adult who is able to vouch for your good character and desirable personality traits
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REFERENCES Bob Manager Pizza Hut, Night Manager 604-555-1234 bman@pizzahut.ca Rev. Sally Minister Surrey Central United Church 604-333-1122
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