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WorksheetsTaco 'bout Your Resume
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is a Resume? (choose all that apply)
A tool to represent yourself
A timeline of relevant accomplishments
A document you revise for different job opportunities
A document to market yourself for a job opportunity
A resume should have enough detail to paint a picture of your qualifications for someone who does not know you.
True
False
How many seconds does the average recruiter review your resume?
6 - 10 seconds
15 - 20 seconds
45 - 60 seconds
1 - 3 minutes
Skills that are applicable to most any job are called
technical skills
transferable skills
job specific skills
Which is NOT an example of a "soft skill"?
Leadership
Teamwork
Problem Solving
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Why should you quantify accomplishment statements when possible?
Quantifying shows your business sense
Numbers add credibility
Quantifying results and how much you handled
What is best to use to tailor your resume for a specific job?
The job description
The employer's website
Other people's resumes you have seen online
Don't change your resume
What is the recommended format in which to submit your resume?
Publisher document
WORD document
PDF file
An online resume template
It is fine to exaggerate a little on your resume to get your foot in the door.
True
False
Which is not included in the Header of your resume?
Name
Your school
Phone Number
Professional or School Email
Action verbs are important to begin a sentence when highlighting job skills because....
They show how you made an impact
They add interest to your job duties
They show your were active at work
They keep the accomplishment statement concise
Three things to include with a professional resume include;
Address, picture, age
Email, hobbies, references
Social media sites, hobbies, leadership
Education, leadership, contact information
Which is not included in a resume?
Name
Work experience
Age
Achievements and Awards
What is important in how your resume looks?
Clean format
Easy to read
No typos or grammatical errors
All of these
Career Services will review your resume to make it a polished tool you can use to start in your career.
True
False
