In this section, you will review your Transferable skills chart to determine those skills you will highlight within your resume.
Definition: A tool for marketing yourself that outlines your background, skills, and education. It offers a snapshot for a potential employer to see how your individual experiences can contribute to a company's success.
Watch one or more videos to learn about strategies related to resumes and their importance.
Look for a job you would like to have in the future.
Determine the type of resume you will create.
Complete or update your resume.
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Search a job engine and find a job that you would like to apply for in the not so distant future. Review the skills that are necessary to apply.
Identify the skills that:
you have
need to obtain
would need to improve
Depending on the type of job and/or your age, there are varying opinions on the format that your resume should take. Research the accepted formats used within the sector or career you are considering.
Choose an appropriate resume format and update it to reflect new experiences, training and skills development, highlighting transferable skills.
Now is the time to create your Resume
Reflect on the ideas shared in the video about resume writing.
Proofread, Proofread and Proofread again!