Introduction to Résumé Writing Answers
Describe the three different stages your résumé goes through when being submitted to an employer.
First, the résumé receives a brief initial screening. Next, qualified résumés are reviewed more carefully by the employer or hiring manager. Finally, the strongest candidates are selected and contacted for interviews.
A résumé formatted so that it can be posted to the Internet and which can contain sophisticated graphics, is a _______.
In the résumé above, what would cause appearance of the "00000000000"?
The zeros would appear because the zero key was accidentally held down or pressed repeatedly, likely to create a divider line, instead of using proper formatting.
What are four things a great résumé shows employers?
A great résumé shows your qualifications, relevant skills, accomplishments, and the value or contributions you can bring to an employer.
Why is it important to create a strong résumé?
A strong résumé creates a positive first impression, highlights your relevant skills, education, experience, and accomplishments, and increases your chances of being selected for an interview.
List the categories of information found in a résumé.
Contact information; career objective or summary; education; work experience; skills and abilities; and achievements, honors, activities, or references.
Which two types of résumés can be formatted to be visually appealing?
When your résumé is first reviewed, a potential employer looks at it for approximately _____.
What are the four different types of résumés?
Chronological, functional, combination, and targeted résumés.
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