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    This document contains a student's responses to questions about resumes. The student defines a resume as a document used to prove abilities, skills, and accomplishments. They note the main differences between a chronological and functional resume and list some common resume sections like past jobs and skills. The student also provides examples of transferable skills, action verbs, and common resume mistakes. They reflect that while they currently do not have a resume, it is important to create one at a young age in case future circumstances require seeking employment.

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    Steven Caraher

    BST
    10/10/2016

    Resume Worksheet
    Directions: Using your favorite search engine, research resume types and
    components. Based on your results, answer the questions below.
    1. In your own words, define resume? What is it used for?
    Prove abilities skills and accomplishments
    2. What is the difference between a chronological and functional resume?
    Chronological: Recent to past
    Functional: Highlight abilities
    3. How long do employers typically look at a resume?
    Not Long
    4. What should be included in a resume? List the recommended sections:
    Past jobs and skills
    5. How important is the format?
    It shows your determination
    6. What are transferable skills? Provide at least three examples:
    Communicate, analyze, creativity
    7. What are action words? List ten action words:
    Verbs: Maintained
    Constructed
    Communicated
    Adjusted
    Clarified
    Conclude
    Enabled
    Hosted
    Enforced
    Appointed
    8. Who should serve as a reference? What should you do in preparing your
    references?
    People with authority That you dont want to answer to
    9. What are the top five resume mistakes?
    Failure to demonstrate results
    Cramming info
    Spelling
    Grammar
    Lack of integrity and honesty towards your personal reflection
    10.Reflection: Do you have a personal resume created? What is the importance
    of creating a resume at your age? Please explain.
    I do not, I should have a resume because There may be a time when my
    inheritance dwindles and I will need to seek work to survive.

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