When applying for a job, what are 2-3 things a hiring manager might ask you to send them?
One of the core documents you’ll need to apply for a job is a resume. But what exactly do you include in a resume? Why is it so important? To find out, read through this infographic and watch the video. Then answer the questions.
In your own words, briefly explain what the purpose of a resume is.
In both the infographic and video, the sample resumes are approximately one page in length. What do you think are the potential disadvantages of having a resume that is longer than one page?
At this point, you might be thinking that the content for a resume sounds almost identical to that of a LinkedIn profile. So why do you need both? Read this article to learn how your resume and LinkedIn profile compare and answer the questions
Explain why it is a common practice to have multiple versions of your resume but only a single LinkedIn profile.
You know by now that having a resume is an essential part of job hunting. However, creating a resume with little or no work experience can be a challenge! Read this article to learn some strategies on how to write a resume if you have limited experience. Then, answer the questions.
You’ve written your resume and are ready to apply for jobs...right? Not so fast! You often also need to prepare another document called a cover letter. Read through this infographic to get a high level overview of how these two key documents are different. Then, answer the questions.
What is one difference in how a resume and cover letter are formatted?
What is one difference in the content that a resume and cover letter contain?
Let’s take a deeper look at what a cover letter is and what it’s used for. Look through this infographic to understand the basic structure of a cover letter. Then, watch the video and answer the questions.
How does a cover letter complement your resume?
Why might a hiring manager want to know about your career goals or enthusiasm for the role?
You should use the same cover letter when applying for multiple jobs.
Resume | LinkedIn Profile | Both | |
|---|---|---|---|
You need a high quality, professional photo. | |||
It includes everything in your professional history and can be quite lengthy. | |||
It has a summary section to showcase who you are and your expertise. | |||
You cannot modify it once you’ve sent it to someone. | |||
It includes keywords that are relevant to your position and industry. | |||
It is written in a more casual tone. |