Chapter 7 Flashcards
Employability Skills Framework
- Effective Relationships
- Knowledge
- Workplace Skills
The skills that enable individuals to interact effectively with clients, coworkers, and supervisors
- Effective Relationships
The thoughtful integration of Academic knowledge and technical skills, put to practical use in the workplace
- Knowledge
The skills employees need to successfully perform work tasks.
- Workplace Skills
Effective Relationships
- Interpersonal Skills
- Personal Qualities
Understands teamwork and works with others
Responds to customer needs
Exercises leadership
Negotiates to resolve conflicts
Respects individual differences
- Interpersonal Skills
Demonstrates responsibility and self discipline
Adapts and shows flexibility
Works independently
Demonstrates a willingness to learn
Demonstrates integrity
Demonstrates professionalism
Takes initiative
Displays positive attitude and sense of self worth
Takes responsibility for professional growth
- Personal Qualities
Workplace Skills
- Resource Management
- Information Use
- Communication Skills
- Systems Thinking
- Technology Use
Manages time
Manages money
Manages materials
Manages personnel
- Resource Management
Locates information
Organizes information
Uses information
Analyzes information
Communicates information
- Information Use
Communicates verbally
Listens actively
Comprehends written material
Conveys information in writing
Observes carefully
- Communication Skills
Understands and uses systems
Monitors systems
Improves systems
- Systems Thinking
Understands and uses technology
- Technology Use
Uses reading skills
Uses writing skills
Uses mathematical strategies and procedures
Uses scientific principles and procedures
- Applied Academic Skills
Applied Knowledge
- Applied Academic Skills
- Critical Thinking Skills
Thinks critically
Thinks creatively
Makes sound decisions
Solves problems
Reasons
Plans and organizes
- Critical Thinking Skills
__________is one of your FIRST IMPRESSIONS with a potential EMPLOYER
Your RESUME
*______ is a short account (usually 1 2 pages) of your Experience, Qualifications, and Achievements
A resume
- Its goal is to capture the reader’s interest and to get you an interview call
Resume
- Most resumes only get ________ second scan by the reader
20-30
- It must have enough IMPACT to grab the attention of the prospective employer
Resume
A_______ should reflect more than just work experience
resume
TWO MAIN TYPES OF RESUMES
CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME
FUNCTIONAL RESUME
- It is the MOST common type of resume.
CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME
- It lists previous jobs & dates, most recent job first
CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME
- It identifies work accomplishments and skills connected to each job.
CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME
- Easier to prepare and is generally successful
CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME
- Uses career profile in lieu of objective
FUNCTIONAL RESUME
- Focuses on jobseeker’s knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs)
FUNCTIONAL RESUME
- It lists company names, titles and job dates at the bottom.
FUNCTIONAL RESUME
- May list number of years experience in a function
FUNCTIONAL RESUME
CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME advantages
- It is easy to follow
- Work history shows progression
- Your objective/ summary is the same or similar to recent experience
CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME DISADVANTAGES
- Doesn’t hide flaws in the work history, such as job changing or ‘ work history
- Doesn’t allow flexibility to change objective to something different from your experience
FUNCTIONAL RESUME ADVANTAGES
- Dates/ positions are not emphasized
- Skills/experience from not so recent jobs can be emphasized
- Hides downward regression
- Emphasis on transferrable skills
- Objective may be different from your experience
- Appropriate when considering a career change
FUNCTIONAL RESUME DISADVANTAGES
- Employers are sometimes suspicious of this format because it can disguise negative information
- Employers may assume all skills are current
- Absence of dates may confuse employers
You can arrange your resume in a variety of formats. However, most resumes follow this type of order:
- Contact Information
- Objective or Career Profile
- Summary of skills (optional)
- Work Experience
- Educational Background
- Professional Affiliations
- Seminars and training attended
Your ______ is the most important part of your resume
Contact Information
CONTACT INFORMATION should include
NAME
* Address (optional)
* Cellphone Number
* Email Address
* Professional affiliation (ex LinkedIn Profile)
A short statement that includes the job
title you want, and the main reason why they should consider you for the
position
OBJECTIVE
A short paragraph 3 5 sentences that
highlights your experience and qualifications that match the job that
you are applying for
CAREER PROFILE
Include the skills that are directly _____to the job that you are seeking.
relevant
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
- List diploma, degree, or certificates and the school name, city and state
- If you did not graduate college, list total semesters completed
is also your ticket for JOB INTERVIEW.
your COVER LETTER
is a document sent with
your resume to provide additional information on your skills and experience
A cover letter
It is a short and properly structured letter that aims to convince the hiring committee that you are a perfect fit
for the job
COVER LETTER
OBJECTIVES OF THE COVER LETTER:
It is used to convince the employer:
Why you are the best candidate
That you understand the position for which you are applying
Why you should be considered for an interview
CONTENTS/ PARTS OF THE COVEr Letter
- CONTACT INFORMATION
- NAME OF THE HIRING MANAGER
- BODY OF THE COVER LETTER
- SIGNATURE
Your cover letter should include your _______so that the prospective employer can get in touch
with you
contact information
CONTACT INFORMATION
Name
Address
Contact Number
Email Address
Also include the current date
Your cover letter must also include the
______ followed by the proper salutation.
name of the hiring manager and his/her title company name and address
important Never use the salutation
“To whom it may concern
The body of your cover letter should
include at least _____
THREE PARAGRAPHS
Introduce yourself and state what position you are applying for and where you found the job posting
FIRSTPARAGRAPH
State what you have to offer
- explain why you are interested in the job and why you make an excellent candidate for the position
SECOND/ MIDDLE PARAGRAPH(S)
-
Mention specific qualifications listed in the job posting and explain how you meet those qualifications
-
SECOND/ MIDDLE PARAGRAPH(S)
Do not simply restate your resume, but
provide specific examples that demonstrate your abilities
SECOND/ MIDDLE PARAGRAPH(S)
restate how your skills make you a strong
fit for the company and/or position
State that you would like the opportunity to interview or discuss employment opportunities And state how you want to be contacted Thank the employer for their time and
consideration
CLOSING PARAGRAPH
Use a complimentary close and then end your cover letter with your ______, handwritten, followed by your typed name
signature
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS DURING JOB INTERVIEW
- PROPER WAY OF INTRODUCTION
- What are your strengths
- What is your weakness?
- What attracted you to our company?
- Where do you see yourself in five years?
- Why are you leaving your current job?
- Can you tell me about a time where you encountered a challenge in your workplace/school? How did you overcome it?
- What are the most important things you are looking for in your next role?
- What is your salary expectations?
- Do you have any questions for me?
