We partnered with TheJobNetwork to create a resume-writing webinar dedicated to helping recent college graduates write a winning resume. Featuring career advice expert Amanda Augustine. Learn more: http://bit.ly/MyFirstResume #MyFirstResume
Good Stuff Happens in 1:1 Meetings: Why you need them and how to do them well
How to Write a Resume: Webinar for Recent College Graduates
1. Resume Writing for Recent
College Graduates
#MyFirstResume
Webinar presented by:
TheJobNetwork: thejobnetwork.com
TopResume: topresume.com
2. Amanda Augustine, CPCC & CPRW
Career Advice Expert
Follow us: @TopResume
Follow me: @JobSearchAmanda
Career Advice: TopResume.com/career-advice
Please use the hashtag: #MyFirstResume
3. @TheJobNetwork @TopResume
Helping you write the next chapter of your career.
TopResume is a Talent Inc. company, the personal
branding destination for all career-driven professionals.
Receive a FREE resume evaluation: bit.ly/MyFirstResume
#MyFirstResume
4. Jonathan Bulkeley
Chief Executive Officer
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Career Advice: thejobnetwork.com/category/career-advice
Please use the hashtag: #MyFirstResume
5. @TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
1 2 3PREP SEARCH CLOSE
• Job Goals & Job Fit
• Resume & Cover Letter
• Personal Branding
• References
• Applications & Follow-up
• Utilizing Recruiters
• Networking
• Interviews & Follow-up
• Negotiation
• Onboarding
Breaking down the job-search process:
*This process was developed while I was working at Ladders
6. @TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
1 2 3PREP SEARCH CLOSE
• Job Goals & Job Fit
• Resume & Cover Letter
• Personal Branding
• References
• Applications & Follow-up
• Utilizing Recruiters
• Networking
• Interviews & Follow-up
• Negotiation
• Onboarding
Breaking down the job-search process:
*This process was developed while I was working at Ladders
8. Run a search
for jobs that
both interest
you and you’re
qualified for.
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• Know your resources
- TheJobNetwork: jobs.thejobnetwork.com
- CareerRookie • CollegeRecruiter.com • AfterCollege • TheMuse
- Google*
• Test out different search terms
• Know your parameters
- Location • Industry • Company Size …
Search for the right opportunities
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• Ask yourself the following questions before you apply:
- Am I within commutable distance of this job?
- Do I have all the required skills and education they are looking for?*
- If the job requires industry-specific experience, do I have it?*
- If the job requires function-specific experience, do I have it?*
- Do I know someone who works or has worked for this company?
• If you said yes to less than 3 of these questions, it’s not worth your time.
Is the job right for you?
13. @TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
Top 10 Job Titles Posted on TJN (College Required)
2016 YTD
1. Graphic Design
2. Medical Assistant
3. Web Design and Development
4. Information Systems Management
5. Marketing
6. Accounting
7. HealthCare Administration
8. Engineering
9. Paralegal
10. Electronic & Computer Technology
SOURCE: THEJOBNETWORK.COM
14. @TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
Top 10 Jobs for Employers Targeting Recent Grads
Most “Boosted” in 2016 YTD
1. Sales Representative
2. Nursing/Nursing-related
3. Teachers
4. Accountants
5. Data Analysts
6. Digital Marketing
7. Software Developer
8. Event Planner
9. Engineer – Mechanical
10. Engineer – Electrical
SOURCE: THEJOBNETWORK.COM
15. @TheJobNetwork @TopResume#MyFirstResume
Top 10 Majors – Class of 2016
Very Little Change Over the Last Few Years
1. Business Administration & Management
2. Psychology
3. Nursing
4. Teaching/Education
5. Accounting
6. Criminal Justice And Corrections
7. Accounting
8. Liberal Arts/General Studies
9. English Language/Literature
10.History
SOURCE: THEJOBNETWORK.COM
16. @TopResume#MyFirstResume
Top 5 Content Topics Buzzing on TheJobNetwork.com
What are Recent Grads Looking For?
7 Interview Questions You’re Not Expecting
thejobnetwork.com/7-interview-questions-youre-not-expecting
The 6 Hardest Interview Questions of 2016
thejobnetwork.com/the-6-hardest-interview-questions-of-2016
The 15 Worst Mistakes You Can Make in Your 20s
thejobnetwork.com/the-15-worst-mistakes-you-can-make-in-your-20s
3 Things to Research Before Any Job Interview
thejobnetwork.com/3-things-to-research-before-any-job-interview
10 Biggest Job Search Mistakes of New College Grads
thejobnetwork.com/10-biggest-job-search-mistakes-of-new-college-grads
SOURCE: THEJOBNETWORK.COM
17. Your Brand: On Paper
Resume Best Practices
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• Use common and clean looking fonts:
• Arial, Calibri, Cambria, Tahoma, Book Antiqua & Franklin Gothic
• Only include one of these:
• Email address, phone number & LinkedIn URL
• There’s no “I” in resume
• Remember size matters
• Reverse the chronological order
• Make sure you are consistent:
• Dates, companies, titles, symbols & bullets
Things to consider or include: