<p> Resume Writing</p><p>Part 1: What is a resume? 1. What is the primary goal of a resume?</p><p>2.What does a good resume do? * ______an employers eye * ______an employer you have what it takes to be successful * ______interest in meeting you * ______the employer to interview you * ______you an interview before ______</p><p>3. What are some other purposes for a resume? * * * * *</p><p>4. What should you keep in mind when writing a resume? Part 2: How do I write an effective resume? 1. _____ in every ______resumes will get an interview and a the average </p><p> resume is only ______for a mere ______- ______seconds. </p><p>2. To write an effective resume, focus on the needs of the ______, not </p><p>______.</p><p>3. What are the two sections of a resume? * *</p><p>4. In your own words, what is an objective?</p><p>5. What type of information should you provide in the evidence section of your </p><p> resume? Writing an OBJECTIVE</p><p>Complete the following questions to brainstorm ideas for a clear, attractive objective. * What job are you seeking? * What would an employer for this job want in an employee? * * * * *</p><p>Examples: * an apprentice position with a mechanic seeking a highly motivated individual knowledgeable of current computerized technology. * a nursing position in a hospital where quality patient-care comes first and that will allow me the opportunity to utilize my high energy personality and ivy league education to maximize the well being of its patients. * a babysitting position for a family seeking a licensed driver who is certified in all aspects of health and well-being and pursuing a degree in early childhood education.</p><p>Using the above information, write your own objective by completing the blanks in the template below. A(n) ______position…</p><p> in an organization seeking ______</p><p> with a company that ______</p><p> in a ______where ______</p><p> for a ______who/that ______</p><p> and ______. Part 3: Presentation 1. In your own words, what makes a resume visually enticing?</p><p>2. What are the 3 “MUSTs” of a resume? 1. 2. A. Contact Info: * * * * B. Professional Experience: * * * * * 3. </p><p>3. List at least 5 “DON’Ts” in resume writing? * * * * * Writing the EVIDENCE section</p><p>Define your education/training</p><p>School Date Completed Degree GPA</p><p>Work Experience (see Power Words)</p><p>Employer City, State Job Title Dates</p><p>Responsiblities</p><p>Employer City, State Job Title Dates</p><p>Responsiblities</p><p>Other Awards/Honors</p><p>Community Service</p><p>Interests</p><p>Other Applicable Items</p>