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How can you ensure your résumé makes the best possible case for your suitability for the job?
 
By reviewing it against the job description one more time
 
By including irrelevant information
 
By copying the job description
 
By submitting it without any changes
What seems to be the mindset of someone reviewing résumés?
 
They are looking for reasons to say no
 
They are looking for reasons to say yes
 
They are indifferent to the content
 
They are looking for reasons to give feedback
What should you do before sending out your résumé?
 
Proofread it carefully
 
Send it out immediately without reviewing it
 
Wait for someone else to proofread it
 
Send it out even if it has typos
What is the benefit of keeping a résumé to one page?
 
It forces you to choose the most relevant & persuasive info
 
It allows for a comprehensive overview of all past exp
 
It makes the résumé look longer and more impressive
 
It provides more space for irrelevant details
Who might need to extend their résumé beyond one page?
 
Senior employees
 
Entry-level employees
 
Employees with gaps in their employment history
 
Employees with no relevant experience
How should you approach choosing content for your résumé?
 
Tailor the content to your career history and relevance
 
Include every job you've ever had
 
Be comprehensive and detailed
 
Only include the most recent job
What should you do if you have a significant gap in your employment history?
 
Explain it in the cover letter
 
Ignore it and hope the employer doesn't notice
 
Remove all references to previous jobs
 
Expand on your other job experiences
What is the recommended length for a résumé for most applicants?
 
One page
 
Two pages
 
Three pages
 
No limit
What is the purpose of a résumé summary statement?
 
To synthesize your experience into a coherent whole
 
To recap information from the résumé
 
To delay the reader from reaching the core information
 
To provide a detailed account of your job history
What is the recommended length for a résumé summary statement?
 
Three to five bullet points
 
One paragraph
 
One sentence
 
Two pages
Why is it important to tailor your résumé to match the job description?
 
To demonstrate your qualifications relevant to the position
 
To make your résumé longer
 
To ensure your résumé stands out
 
To impress the scanning software
What question should you keep in mind while working on your résumé?
 
"How can I interest them enough to want to interview me?"
 
"What job titles should I include?"
 
"How can I make my résumé longer?"
 
"What is the salary for this position?"
What conclusion should your résumé lead the reader to?
 
That they want to interview you
 
That you are eager to start working immediately
 
That you have a great set of skills and qualifications
 
That you are the best candidate for the job
Why is it important to revise your résumé for each position you apply to?
 
To increase the likelihood of getting an interview
 
To ensure consistency in formatting
 
To demonstrate attention to detail
 
To highlight your education background
What is the primary purpose of a résumé?
 
To showcase qualifications and skills for interviews
 
To provide a comprehensive list of employment history
 
To secure a job offer
 
To outline career objectives and goals