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What is resume?
a formal document that a job applicant
creates to itemize their qualifications
for a position. A resume is usually
accompanied by a customized cover letter
in which the applicant expresses an
interest in a specific job or company and
draws attention to the most relevant
specifics on the resume.

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 Why is resume important?
 It’s your frontline fighter - so to
speak, as it’s your first opportunity
to present yourself to a potential
employer.

 Hiring managers and recruiters look at

resumes for an average of only six to
seven seconds each, so it’s important
that you make every second count.

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RESUME
WRITING
TIPS!
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1. Set up your resume formatting and
style
 set ½”–1” inch margins on all sides
 make sure your page is set to US Letter size
and portrait orientation
 select a professional font for your resume,
such as Arial or Times New Roman
 adjust your font size between 10 and 12
points
 Set spacing between each lines at 1.15 to 1.5

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 2. Limit you resume to two pages
 Place the emphasis of your resume on
your most recent experience.

 3. Proofread your resume numerous

times
 Be sure there are no spelling or grammar mistakes. Have
someone else read it over as well. A simple spelling
mistake on a resume can give a negative impression to
the employer. It can even prevent you from getting the
job.
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4. Add a resume header.
A resume header needs to include
your:

 Name –should be font size 20

 email address (use a

professional one like
firstname.lastname@gmail.com)

 phone number
4. Add a resume header.
You can also add these optional
details:

 an online portfolio, social

accounts or website (if
relevant to the job)

 your LinkedIn
 5.Start your resume with
a summary or objective
A resume objective focuses on your
professional goals and career path, and
how they match the company’s goals.
For this reason, a resume objective is
ideal for candidates who:

 have just graduated from school and

lack professional experience
 are writing a career-change resume
or internal position
6. Target your work
experience to the job ad
Job title – Dates employed (year and
month)
Company name – Company location
(city and state)

 Three to five bullet points

describing your achievements and
responsibilities
 Include hard numbers in your
bullet points when possible
7. Showcase your skills

Your key skills should be

prominently displayed in your 
resume’s skills section to give
employers an at-a-glance view of
the hard and soft skills that
qualify you for the role.
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8. Write out your
education details
9. Add any additional
relevant resume sections

 Eligibility
 Publications
 Certifications
 Languages
 Volunteer works
10. Save your resume as
PDF file
11. You’ll get the best results
if you send your resume between
6 a.m. and 10 a.m. within the
first four days of a job being
posted.
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RESUME
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  Don't use an inappropriate
email address
Make sure your email is easy to read, easy
to type, professional and non offensive.

Bkbeblocca_pretty@gmail.com
Rosemarie.mariano@gmail.com
  Don't include unnecessary
personal information

 personal details such as age, weight,

height, marital status, religious
preference, political views, or any other
personal attributes that could be
controversial. This will prevent any
potential bias.
Don’t use too many bullets.

Don’t include reasons for

leaving previous job.
Don’t include references.
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Letter Writing

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1. Introduce yourself and
explain how you found the job

Address the hiring manager by their name

(if you can find it). Then, introduce
yourself and how much experience you
have, as well as where you found the job.

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2. Open with an attention-
getting introductory paragraph

Briefly explain what attracted you to the

job ad and why you’re passionate about
the opportunity. Your introduction is
also a great place to summarize why you
think you’re a good fit for the role

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3. Explain why you’re qualified
for the job in your body
paragraphs
In one or two body paragraph(s),
highlight your previous experience and
accomplishments. Only include experience
that’s directly relevant to the job
you’re applying for.

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4. Connect your experience
with the job requirements

After providing an overview of your

previous achievements, add an additional
paragraph connecting your experience to
the needs of the company. This paragraph
should make it clear what you can do for
the new company if you’re hired.

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5. End with a confident
closing paragraph

Briefly recap why you think you’re

qualified for the job. Then, state your
availability and tell the hiring manager
that you’re available for an interview.

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6. Thank the hiring manager
and politely sign off

Let the hiring manager know you

appreciate their time, and then use a
formal sign-off such as “Sincerely” and
write your name.

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Thanks!
Any questions?
You can find me at:
✗ @username
✗ user@mail.me

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Thank you!