Transcript Chapter 13 Preparing Résumés and Application Letters Business Communication
Chapter 13 Preparing R ésumés and Application Letters
Business Communication
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Business Communication
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Chapter 13
Process of Applying for a Job
Business Communication
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Chapter 13
Sources for Finding Prospective Employers
Traditional Sources Electronic Sources Printed sources Networking Career service center Employers offices Employment agencies Professional organizations Career guidance information Job listings Company web pages R ésumé posting services Copyright 2005 by South-Western, a division of Thomson Learning
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Chapter 13
Standard Parts of a Résumé
Business Communication
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Chapter 13
Selecting an Organizational R ésumé Plan
Chronological order Chrono-functional (Combination of both) Functional order Copyright 2005 by South-Western, a division of Thomson Learning
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Chapter 13
Résumé Presentation and Delivery Options
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Chapter 13
Preparing a Print (Designed) Résumé
Develop an appealing, distinctive format highlighting key qualifications Format information for quick, easy reading ─ Use headings and lists to condense partition text ─ Use fonts large enough to be read easily ─ Include your name at the top of every page Create appealing and professional quality ─ Be consistent throughout ─ Balance attractively on the page ─ Use standard-size, high quality, neutral-colored paper ─ Print on a laser printer Copyright 2005 by South-Western, a division of Thomson Learning
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Format Requirements for a Scannable Résumé
Use popular, simple typefaces Use 10 – to 14–point font Omit italics, underline, boxes, clipart, etc.
Use a traditional format and ample white space Laser print on one side of white, standard size paper Do not fold or staple Copyright 2005 by South-Western, a division of Thomson Learning
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Guidelines for Making a Résumé Search Friendly
Position your name as the first item on each page Prepare an effective keyword summary Include enough to market yourself effectively Send a cover letter for reinforcement Copyright 2005 by South-Western, a division of Thomson Learning
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Types of Electronic Submissions
E mail résumé to job bank or networking contact Most common method Complete online or download form from job bank, corporate web site or career services center to be returned by e-mail, fax, or mail Electronic portfolio on your own personal home page
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Preparing Electronic Postings
Post carefully as electronic postings are not confidential Take the time to prepare a professional submission that follows instructions precisely Send r ésumé in requested format (cover letter followed by r ésumé): ─ ─ ─ Attachment saved in word processed format Text r ésumé (save in ASCII or RTF format that removes formatting) Inline r ésumé (text résumé pasted below an e-mail cover message) Include a keyword summary after identification section as done in a scannable r ésumé Copyright 2005 by South-Western, a division of Thomson Learning
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Preparing a Professional Portfolio
Choose printed or electronic format and organize to showcase accomplishments important to audience Remember electronic postings are not confidential Design attractive links to ─ ─ additional qualifications print and ASCII r ésumé versions Omit items that can be used to discriminate ─ ─ personal photo information about gender, age, ethnicity, marital status, or religion Copyright 2005 by South-Western, a division of Thomson Learning
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Chapter 13
Preparing Effective Application Messages
Use persuasive letter strategy that sells your qualifications Use original statements that reflect contemporary language Use concise, on target language tailored to employer’s needs ─ ─ Include all requested information Communicate knowledge of the company, job requirements, and language of the field Use appropriate tone that avoids insincere flattery, false modesty, or boastful statements Focus on strengths and portray a positive attitude Copyright 2005 by South-Western, a division of Thomson Learning
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