CMN 3v final Study guide
What elements should and should not be included in an effective resume and cover
letter? – answer Put accomplishment statements(STAR)
S-situation
T-task
A-actions
R-results
-Try to be consistent with the formatting and use 11-12 pt. sizing for the words.
-Same format for name of organization, your role, and date ranges
-Do research about the company
-Align with the industry/ position
-Present yourself in a way that is relevant to the future employer
-Have an education, relevant skills, and experience sections (professor prefers no
objective section)
-Leave out first person point of view
-Begin each statement with an action verb (accomplishment statements)
-Avoid slang & abbreviations
-Avoid writing too many stuff
-Use a professional email address
Cover letters:
Have it be job centered not self centered
-Proofreading is very important
-Try addressing the person interviewing you and avoid putting "to whom it may concern"
What word choices can maximize your experience descriptions? - answeraction verbs
S- situation
T- tasks
A- actions
R- results
Your instructor disagrees with ICC on specific resume elements. What are these? -
answerNo objective and keep the length to 1 page
Describe feature types for various interview formats (i.e. phone/video/in-person, etc -
answerPhone Interviews:
-know your audience
-quiet location
-landline
-avoid distraction
-voice
Video Interview:
, -create a professional profile
-select an appropriate background
-look at camera
-ensure a good connection
-use good body language
Panel: the candidate is questioned by several people
· What is meant by "first impressions", "professional image"? - answerpay attention to
body language
be professional and courteous
20-sec decisions
professional image
neat adult hairstyle
conservative business suit (formal)
business casual attire (less formal)
limited jewelry (men esp)
no visible tattoos or piercings
turn off cell phone
First impressions are everything
- People tend to rely on assumptions during an initial meeting- The briefer an encounter
with a new acquaintance, the more likely a misinterpretation will occur
· What is the "two touch" that should take place after an interview? - answerimmediate
email message and hand written card
says thank you and reminds them of you again
· What is appropriate interview conduct? - answeropening- greetings, explain the reason
for the interview, mention length, orientation
body- questions and answers
closing- review and clarify the results of the interview, establish future action
· How can you best prepare for an interview (employment)? - answerBefore you arrive
prepare:
documentation
cell phone
travel:
know location
plan route
set travel time
ask questions
What elements should and should not be included in an effective resume and cover
letter? – answer Put accomplishment statements(STAR)
S-situation
T-task
A-actions
R-results
-Try to be consistent with the formatting and use 11-12 pt. sizing for the words.
-Same format for name of organization, your role, and date ranges
-Do research about the company
-Align with the industry/ position
-Present yourself in a way that is relevant to the future employer
-Have an education, relevant skills, and experience sections (professor prefers no
objective section)
-Leave out first person point of view
-Begin each statement with an action verb (accomplishment statements)
-Avoid slang & abbreviations
-Avoid writing too many stuff
-Use a professional email address
Cover letters:
Have it be job centered not self centered
-Proofreading is very important
-Try addressing the person interviewing you and avoid putting "to whom it may concern"
What word choices can maximize your experience descriptions? - answeraction verbs
S- situation
T- tasks
A- actions
R- results
Your instructor disagrees with ICC on specific resume elements. What are these? -
answerNo objective and keep the length to 1 page
Describe feature types for various interview formats (i.e. phone/video/in-person, etc -
answerPhone Interviews:
-know your audience
-quiet location
-landline
-avoid distraction
-voice
Video Interview:
, -create a professional profile
-select an appropriate background
-look at camera
-ensure a good connection
-use good body language
Panel: the candidate is questioned by several people
· What is meant by "first impressions", "professional image"? - answerpay attention to
body language
be professional and courteous
20-sec decisions
professional image
neat adult hairstyle
conservative business suit (formal)
business casual attire (less formal)
limited jewelry (men esp)
no visible tattoos or piercings
turn off cell phone
First impressions are everything
- People tend to rely on assumptions during an initial meeting- The briefer an encounter
with a new acquaintance, the more likely a misinterpretation will occur
· What is the "two touch" that should take place after an interview? - answerimmediate
email message and hand written card
says thank you and reminds them of you again
· What is appropriate interview conduct? - answeropening- greetings, explain the reason
for the interview, mention length, orientation
body- questions and answers
closing- review and clarify the results of the interview, establish future action
· How can you best prepare for an interview (employment)? - answerBefore you arrive
prepare:
documentation
cell phone
travel:
know location
plan route
set travel time
ask questions
