Career Launchpad: Resumes

What is the purpose of a resume ?

• To provide contact information and work experience

• To tell a story about a knight fighting a dragon

• To create a professional impression and tell your professional story

• To list personal variables like emotions and values

What should be included in the 'Contact Info' section of a resume?

• Favorite food and music

• Full professional name, phone number, email address, and LinkedIn URL

• Favorite hobbies and interests

• Social media handles and personal blog links

What should be the focus when writing a resume?

• Listing all known skills and knowledge

• Using as many keywords as possible

• Including generic information about hobbies

• Telling success stories and focusing on accomplishments

Which section of a resume should list relevant education starting with the highest?

• Education

• About Me

• Skills

• Work Experience

What is the purpose of including metrics in a resume?

• To focus on personal interests and hobbies

• To quantify accomplishments and make value easier to understand

• To make the resume seem more robotic

• To confuse the reader with technical jargon

What is the XYZ formula used for in resume writing?

• To list personal strengths and weaknesses

• To create fictional stories about professional experiences

• To describe the ideal candidate for a job

• To highlight the impacts we have through the work we do

Why is it important to match keywords in a resume to the job description?

• To include irrelevant information

• To confuse the Applicant Tracking Systems

• To make the resume seem more generic

• To ensure the Applicant Tracking System sees you have the qualities/skills needed for the job

What is the main goal of a resume?

• To list personal hobbies and interests

• To persuade the employer of the candidate's value

• To tell a story about a dragon

• To confuse the reader with technical terms

The writing support at QNL can help with:

• CVs/Resumes

• Cover Letters/Professional Statements

• Interview Preparation

• All of the above.

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