Resume Writing and Interview Skills Wrapup
This post is the third and final in a series based on a workshop, The Perfect Resume facilitated by Bob Marino, recently held at The Pennsville Public Library. Resume tips were covered quite extensively.
Here's a quick checklist to recap those tips:
1) Keep it short - one page if possible.
2) Create a powerful profile/summary.
3) Write as if YOU were going to read it.
4) State your value.
5) Shy away from restricting words - full time, in NJ, day work, work-at-home, etc.
6) Always incorporate words from the ad.
7) Pick your format - chronological, functional, combined or targeted.
8) Short, sweet and to the point cover letters. 
9) Get business cards NOW.
As far as the interview goes, be prepared to answer these common questions:
1) Did you have trouble finding us? (avoid 'yes' or 'no' answers)
2) Do you know much about our company? (google ahead of time and be prepared!)
3) Tell me a little about yourself. (your answer can be the first paragraph on your resume)
4) What interests you the most about this position? This company?
5) What have you heard about our company that you don't like? (Do NOT answer with a negative - turn it into a positive!)
6) How do you generally handle conflict?
7) What are you looking for in your next job?
8) What aspect of the job I've described appeals to you the least? (once again, do NOT answer in the negative -- turn it into a positive!)
9) What aspect of the job I've described appeals to you the most?
10) How would your co-workers describe you?
There you have it! Advice on preparing your resume.....guidance on how to conduct yourself during an interview.......and even some new job postings in Salem County.
I wish you lots and lots of luck. Here's to a bright, shiny new you!
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