Resume Brainstorm

According to the video, a resume gives readers a first impression of you and your qualifications.

• True

• False

According to the video, which is not needed for a resume?

• Error free

• 2 pages long

• Easy to read

• Effectively provide a “snapshot” of who you are and how you spend your time.

According to the videos, Which is not true?

• A template is like a guide for building your document.

• Resumes are unique because they include your own background, skills, education, and experiences to highlight your individual strengths.

• Templates provide standard layout, design, and formatting elements.

• You will never revise your resume.

What doesn't a resume highlight?

• Education

• Medical history

• Work experience

• Activities, and skills

A typical resume includes only 1 or 2 sections.

• True

• False

Resume readers want to see whether your experience is relevant to the position you are applying for, even if you haven't had a paying job yet.

• True

• False

According to the videos, which related experience should not be included in your resume?

• Volunteer work

• Community service

• Vacations

• Classroom responsibilities like taking attendance or participating in a group assignment

Which is an example of a hard skill?

• Problem solving

• Speaking a foreign language

• Being cooperative or a team player

• Effective communication

Which is an example of a soft skill?

• Problem solving

• Knowing how to use specialty tools

• Knowing how to use software applications

• Graphic design

It is ok to include an award or activity from when you were 5 years old.

• True

• False