1 Nick Alvarado – TSTC West TexasJOB Search essentials Nick Alvarado – TSTC West Texas
2 Your Resume Clearly states the type of job you are looking for and your qualifications Is your marketing brochure Cannot get you the job, but you cannot get the job without it No “right” way, but many wrong ways
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4 What Makes Up a Resume Contact Information Summary Skills Education Work Experience Awards/Honors/Activities
5 Resume Basics 8 ½ X 11 sheet of paper (quality bond or resume)10 to 12 pitch Serif font Times New Roman Georgia Use template or create your own layout Templates force style Different file extensions
6 Contact Information First, (middle) and last name Top of page Larger font Address Phone Number(s) address Incorporate your name Use free services if necessary (yahoo, gmail, hotmail, etc.)
7 Contact Information Example Nick Alvarado 300 Homer K. Taylor Dr. (325) Sweetwater, TX
8 What are your first impressions?
9 What are your first impressions?
10 What are your first impressions?
11 Your Summary Three to five statements/highlights in paragraph formYour personal PSA or mini commercial Draws reader into the resume
12 Your Summary Crucial in “high speed resume review”Include the type of position you’re seeking or industry If applying for a job, use the position title Support with qualifications from your resume
13 Which Summary Is Better?Looking for a position in the automotive industry. I am hard working, dedicated, and can get the job done. I like to work with my hands. I am able to relocate with the right company. - OR - Soon to be graduate of TSTC with a degree in Automotive Technology, seeking a position as an Automotive Technician. Currently ASE certified with previous experience in the industry. Able to troubleshoot problems in a timely matter with an emphasis on safety, precision, and efficiency.
14 Summary Tips Focus on what is important to the employerUse the job description Think about industry standards/expectations Use facts, not subjective terms Show employers you’re “hard-working” instead of just telling them Use examples from work or education Brief statements are okay
15 Skills Section List notable skillsInclude names of software or equipment used Don’t list general education If too many, list those you were strongest in and/or relevant to the job applying for
16 Examples of Skills Coding and Billing Ambulatory CodingQuality Assessment & Performance Improvement Quantim Encoder Computer Applications Medical Terminology 3M Encoder Health Data Content & Structure Anatomy & Physiology Coding & Reimbursement Methodologies Health Care Statistics Human Disease/Pathophysiology Health Information Systems Legal & Ethical Aspects of Health Information Health Care Delivery Systems Microsoft Office Coding & Classification Systems
17 Education List only schools/colleges where you received a degree/certification or are currently enrolled Include: Degree/certification earned Name of school/college Year of graduation Overall GPA and/or in you major only if 3.0 or higher
18 Example of Education AAS, Computer Network Systems 2013 Texas State Technical College – Sweetwater TX Overall GPA: 3.2, Major GPA: 4.0 Certification, Auto Collision Repair 2013 Major GPA: 3.7
19 Work Experience Most critical section to develop Can include Full timePart time Internships Temporary/seasonal
20 Work Experience BasicsFocus on last 3 – 5 years (no more than 10) Avoid gaps in employment Always list position held Highlight accomplishments & activities
21 Work Experience FormatList Position held Company City, State Years of employment 3 -5 accomplishments & activities
22 Developing Your Work ExperienceStep outside yourself and think about what you really did/accomplished Stay away from one-word descriptions Be specific and detailed; highlight skills related to job Don’t assume employer knows; create a snapshot Make it sound important
23 Developing Your Work ExperienceUse examples that made you stand out as an employee List duties that are quantifiable or measurable Highlight “transferable skills” Start with gerunds (-ing words)
24 Work Experience FormulaStart with the question: What did you do? Follow up with one of these questions: How did you do it? Why did you do it? Who did you do it for? Why was it important? Where was it done? When did you do it?
25 Work Expereince Formula In PracticeFast Food Cook What did you do? Cooked food orders How did you do it? Used company’s recipe standards to ensure all menu items are the same and of the highest quality
26 Work Experience Formula In PracticeFast Food Cook Cooking food orders using company’s recipe standards to ensure all menu items are the same and of the highest quality
27 Work History ChallengeHow would you list your experience in the following positions?
28 Work History ChallengeStocker Inventory Personnel Receiving and organizing inventory valued at $100,000 in a 1000 sq. ft. stockroom Distributing new and existing merchandise to five allocated departments throughout the store Reporting any discrepancies in inventory, specifically shortages and damages
29 Work History ChallengeWaiter Dining Room Server Providing hospitable service to an average of 30 guests a day at the restaurant voted two years as “Best in Sweetwater” Working with the general manager to develop a strategy to expedite orders for customer satisfaction Helping coordinate the annual Christmas party as head of the decorations committee
30 Awards/Honors/ActivitiesUse only if room permits; if not: Filter into Summary and/or Work History Also use in Education if related Include volunteer and extra- curricular activities List activity/organization and positions held if any
31 Examples of Awards/Honors/ActivitiesPhi Theta Kappa Secretary Chancellor’s Award Recipient Intramural Baseball Captain S.N.A.P. Volunteer
32 References No longer a part of the actual resume Separate sheetFormatted at the top like your resume
33 More Resume Tips Keep to one pageUse quality bond paper; light colors okay Read out loud Let a professional read it Proofread Proofread! Proofread!!
34 Interviews Objective: To take yourself one step further toward generating the job offer Treat interview as if it is the only one you will ever get with the company Preparation is key Know yourself
35 Which do you think is the most important aspect of interviewing?Education Experience Skills Attitude Connections/Network Appearance
36 It’s All In Your AttitudeEverything else is what got you the interview The right attitude: Wanting to do your very best for the company Being focused on the company’s needs Putting yourself forth as the person who will be committed and dedicated to fulfilling their needs Forget “superstar” quality Provide “can do” attitude Show, don’t tell
37 Before You Interview Practice! Mock interview Work out jittersProfessional feedback Video Read questions and answers out loud in front of someone Never sounds the same Vocalization
38 Preparing for the InterviewConfirm with a phone call the day before Know where you’re going Print several copies of your resume and references Warm up your voice Plan to arrive early Review questions/answers Relax
39 Answering Questions Speak clearly and be direct Stay confidentDon’t speak in generalities; give specifics Turn negatives into positives If not sure of question, rephrase as you understood it Don’t share too much personal information Be conversational, not chummy
40 The Truth About InterviewsMost initial interviews last five minutes Critical factors noted in the first five minutes: Appearance Grooming Handshake Personal presence Eye contact Articulation Personality
41 Watch Your Non-VerbalsEye contact Facial expressions Posture Gestures Space
42 Be Informed Research the company Utilize resourcesWhat have they done? What are their current initiatives? What are their plans for the future? Utilize resources Company website Company brochure/literature Insider information
43 Dress for Success ConservativeYou should be doing the talking, not your clothes Dress for where you want to be, not where you’re currently at Quality over quantity Get fit
44 Professional Men & WomenConservative suit or jacket/blazer Clean, polished conservative shoes Well-groomed hairstyle Clean, trimmed fingernails Minimal cologne or perfume Empty pockets—no key collections or jingling coins No gum, candy or cigarettes Light briefcase or portfolio No visible body piercings or tattoos
45 The Right Looks
46 The Right Looks
47 Greeting the InterviewerMatch handshake Make eye contact Smile Thank him/her for the opportunity If other interviewers involved, remember their names
48 After the Interview Thank interviewer(s) againSend a hand written thank you card Follow up if instructed Think about how you can improve next time Don’t stop looking You still have a choice
49 Careers An occupation undertaken for a significant period of a person's life and with opportunities for progress Research qualifications for the career you want Job shadow Seek career counseling
50 Top 10 Careers 2017 – US News Dentist Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistant Statistician Orthodontist Nurse Anesthetist Pediatrician Computer Systems Analyst Obstetrician and Gynecologist Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
51 Job Satisfaction
52 The one that doesn’t feel like workTop Career for You… The one that doesn’t feel like work