Resume Quiz

What is the first step a job seeker should take prior to applying for a position of interest?

• Ask co-workers to use them as references.

• Scrutinize the job listing for key words.

• Review the posting for salary requirements.

• Examine the posting for unnecessary qualifications.

Why would a job seeker include selling points in his or her resume?

• To ensure that the resume has the required number of pages.

• To include the same type of information listed on everyone else's resume.

• To hide potentially questionable employment gaps in one's work history.

• To highlight how you could be a valuable resource to the company.

If you are applying for different positions with varying qualifications, how many resumes should you write?

• A minimum of three resumes should be written.

• A resume should be written and tailored to each job posting.

• Update your last resume from a successful job search to submit.

• Write one resume that can be quickly changed to put in the new job position for each application.

What is a resume?

• It should be edited at least once a year.

• It is a short summary of your work experience.

• A summary of qualifications, achievements, and education.

• It is a rambling dissertation of an applicant's life.

What should an experienced worker do when writing a resume?

• Downsize and tailor the resume to the posting.

• Draft a detailed description of all work experiences.

• Include glowing descriptions of your achievements.

• Write a minimum three page resume.

When creating your resume, what does the abbreviation ASSD stand for? (Tell me what each letter means)