1. Resource Management 2. Information Use 3. Communication Skills 4. Systems Thinking 5. Technology Use

CHAPTER 7 Flashcards by De Leon Yasmin

Employability Skills Framework

The thoughtful
integration of
academic
knowledge and
technical skills,
put to practical
use in the
workplace.

A. Applied Knowledge
B. Effective Relationships
C. Workplace Skills

A. Applied Knowledge

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Employability Skills Framework

The skills that enable
individuals to interact
effectively with
clients, coworkers,
and supervisors

A. Applied Knowledge
B. Effective Relationships
C. Workplace Skills

B. Effective Relationships

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Employability Skills Framework

The skills employees
need to successfully
perform work tasks.

A. Applied Knowledge
B. Effective Relationships
C. Workplace Skills

C. Workplace Skills

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(2) Effective Relationships

Interpersonal Skills
Personal Qualities

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Interpersonal Skills
Personal Qualities

• Understands teamwork and works
with others
• Responds to customer needs
• Exercises leadership
• Negotiates to resolve conflicts
• Respects individual differences
• 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

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(5) Workplace Skills

Resource Management
Information Use
Communication Skills
Systems Thinking
Technology Use

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Workplace Skills
-(4) Resource Management -

• Manages time
• Manages money
• Manages materials
• Manages personnel

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Workplace Skills
-(5) Information Use -

• Locates information
• Organizes
information
• Uses information
• Analyzes information
• Communicates
information

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Workplace Skills
-(5) Communication Skills -

• Communicates verbally
• Listens actively
• Comprehends written material
• Conveys information in writing
• Observes carefully

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Workplace Skills
-(3) Systems Thinking -

• Understands and uses systems
• Monitors systems
• Improves systems

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Workplace Skills
-(1) Technology Use-

• Understands and
uses technology

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Applied Knowledge
(4) Applied Academic Skills

• Uses reading skills
• Uses writing skills
• Uses mathematical
strategies and
procedures
• Uses scientific principles
and procedures

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Applied Knowledge
(6) Critical Thinking Skills

Thinks critically
• Thinks creatively
• Makes sound decisions
• Solves problems
• Reasons
• Plans and organizes

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Employability Skills Framework

(1) Employability
(2)
A. Applied Knowledge
B. Workplace Skills
C. Effective Relationships

(3)
A. - Applied Academic Skills
- Critical Thinking Skills
B. - Resource Management
- Information Use
- Communication Use
- Systems Thinking
- Technology Use
C. - Personal Qualities
- Interpersonal Skills

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PART II: RESUME
BUILDING

Your RESUME is one of your
FIRST IMPRESSIONS with a
potential EMPLOYER

TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

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PART II: RESUME
BUILDING

Your RESUME is one of your
FIRST IMPRESSIONS with a
potential EMPLOYER

TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

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Note:

A resume
should reflect
more than
just work
experience.

NOTED

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Is a short account (usually 1-2
pages) of your Experience,
Qualifications, and Achievements

RESUME

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Its goal is to capture the reader’s
interest and to get you an interview
call

TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

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Its goal is to capture the reader’s
interest and to get you an interview
call

TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

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Most resumes only get 20-30 second
scan by the reader.

TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

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It must have enough IMPACT to grab
the attention of the prospective
employer.

TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

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TWO MAIN TYPES OF RESUMES

CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME
FUNCTIONAL RESUME

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May list number of years experience in a function

A. CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME
B. FUNCTIONAL RESUME

B. FUNCTIONAL RESUME

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It is the MOST common type of resume. A. CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME B. FUNCTIONAL RESUME

A. CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME

It lists company names, titles and job dates at the bottom. A. CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME B. FUNCTIONAL RESUME

B. FUNCTIONAL RESUME

It identifies work accomplishments and skills connected to each job. A. CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME B. FUNCTIONAL RESUME

A. CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME

Focuses on jobseeker’s knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) A. CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME B. FUNCTIONAL RESUME

B. FUNCTIONAL RESUME

Easier to prepare and is generally successful A. CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME B. FUNCTIONAL RESUME

A. CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME

Uses career profile in lieu of objective A. CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME B. FUNCTIONAL RESUME

B. FUNCTIONAL RESUME

CHRONOLOGICAL RESUM ● Your objective/ summary is the same or similar to recent experience. A. ADVANTAGES B. DISADVANTAGE

A. ADVANTAGES

CHRONOLOGICAL RESUM -Doesn’t allow flexibility to change objective to something different from your experience. A. ADVANTAGES B. DISADVANTAGE

B. DISADVANTAGE

CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME ● It is easy to follow A. ADVANTAGES B. DISADVANTAGE

A. ADVANTAGES

CHRONOLOGICAL RESUM -Doesn’t hide flaws in the work history, such as job changing or ‘spotty’ work history. A. ADVANTAGES B. DISADVANTAGE

B. DISADVANTAGE

CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME ● Work history shows progression A. ADVANTAGES B. DISADVANTAGE

A. ADVANTAGES

FUNCTIONAL RESUME ● Employers are sometimes suspicious of this format because it can disguise negative information ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

DISADVANTAGES

FUNCTIONAL RESUME ● Appropriate when considering a career change. ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

ADVANTAGES

FUNCTIONAL RESUME ● Absence of dates may confuse employers ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

DISADVANTAGES

FUNCTIONAL RESUME ● Objective may be different from your experience ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

ADVANTAGES

FUNCTIONAL RESUME ● Dates/ positions are not emphasized ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

ADVANTAGES

FUNCTIONAL RESUME ● Employers may assume all skills are current ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

DISADVANTAGES

FUNCTIONAL RESUME ● Skills/experience from not so recent jobs can be emphasized ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

ADVANTAGES

FUNCTIONAL RESUME ● Emphasis on transferrable skills ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

ADVANTAGES

FUNCTIONAL RESUME ● Hides downward regression ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

ADVANTAGES

You can arrange your resume in a variety of formats. TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

Formatting your Resume -variety of formats: • Contact Information • Objective or Career Profile • Summary of skills (optional) • Work Experience • Educational Background • Professional Affiliations • Seminars and training attended

• Contact Information • Objective or Career Profile • Summary of skills (optional) • Work Experience • Educational Background • Professional Affiliations • Seminars and training attended

Your Contact Information is the most important part of your resume TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

CONTACT INFORMATION This should include: 1. NAME 2. Address (optional) 3. Cellphone Number 4. Email Address 5. Professional affiliation (ex. LinkedIn Profile)

1. NAME 2. Address (optional) 3. Cellphone Number 4. Email Address 5. 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. A. Contact Information B. Objective or Career Profile C. Summary of skills (optional) D. Work Experience E. Educational Background F. Professional Affiliations G. Seminars and training attended

B. Objective or Career Profile

A short paragraph (3-5 sentences) that highlights your experience and qualifications that match the job that you are applying for. A. Contact Information B. Objective or Career Profile C. Summary of skills (optional) D. Work Experience E. Educational Background F. Professional Affiliations G. Seminars and training attended

B. Career Profile

SKILLS TO INCLUDE Include the skills that are directly relevant to the job that you are seeking. TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

List diploma, degree, or certificates and the school name, city and state. A. Contact Information B. Objective or Career Profile C. Summary of skills (optional) D. Work Experience E. Educational Background F. Professional Affiliations G. Seminars and training attended

E. Educational Background

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND If you did not graduate college, list total semesters completed. TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

STRUCTURE Be consistent in structure to make it easy for readers to skim through your resume quickly without confusion. TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

STRUCTURE Be consistent in structure to make it easy for readers to skim through your resume quickly with confusion. TRUE OR FALSE

FALSE

STRUCTURE FONT: 10-12 points Bold for name and positions Dates- Month and Year Spacing- 1 or 2 line spacing TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

Same with your RESUME, your COVER LETTER is also your ticket for JOB INTERVIEW. TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

A document sent with your resume to provide additional information on your skills and experience. A. NAME OF THE HIRING MANAGER B. STRUCTURE C. COVER LETTER

C. 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. A. COVER LETTER B. SKILLS TO INCLUDE C. OBJECTIVE

A. COVER LETTER

(4) CONTENTS/ PARTS OF THE COVER LETTER

01 CONTACT INFORMATION 02 NAME OF THE HIRING MANAGER 03 BODY OF THE COVER LETTER 04 SIGNATURE

OBJECTIVES OF THE COVER LETTER "It is used to convince the employer" TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

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. TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

Your cover letter should include your contact information so that the prospective employer can get in touch with you. TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

01 CONTACT INFORMATION Name Address Contact Number Email Address Also include the current date TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

Your cover letter must also include the name of the hiring manager and his/her title; company name and address, followed by the proper salutation. 01 CONTACT INFORMATION 02 NAME OF THE HIRING MANAGER 03 BODY OF THE COVER LETTER 04 SIGNATURE

02 NAME OF THE HIRING MANAGER

02 NAME OF THE HIRING MANAGER Important: Never use the salutation: “To whom it may concern.” TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

If you do not know the employer’s last name, simply write, “Dear Hiring Manager” TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

The body of your cover letter should include at least THREE PARAGRAPHS: TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

The body of your cover letter should include at least THREE PARAGRAPHS:

(1) FIRST PARAGRAPH: (2) SECOND/ MIDDLE PARAGRAPH(S): (3) CLOSING PARAGRAPH:

FIRST PARAGRAPH: Introduce yourself and state what position you are applying for and where you found the job posting. TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

Introduce yourself and state what position you are applying for and where you found the job posting. FIRST PARAGRAPH SECOND/ MIDDLE PARAGRAPH(S) CLOSING PARAGRAPH

FIRST PARAGRAPH

SECOND/ MIDDLE PARAGRAPH(S): State what you have to offer. -explain why you are interested in the job and why you make an excellent candidate for the position. -Mention specific qualifications listed in the job posting and explain how you meet those qualifications. - Do not simply restate your resume, but provide specific examples that demonstrate your abilities. TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

State that you would like the opportunity to interview or discuss employment opportunities. And state how you want to be contacted. A. FIRST PARAGRAPH B. SECOND/ MIDDLE PARAGRAPH(S) C. CLOSING PARAGRAPH

C. CLOSING PARAGRAPH:

Do not simply restate your resume, but provide specific examples that demonstrate your abilities. TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

Thank the employer for their time and consideration A. FIRST PARAGRAPH B. SECOND/ MIDDLE PARAGRAPH(S) C. CLOSING PARAGRAPH

In the closing section of your cover letter, restate how your skills make you a strong fit for the company and/or position. TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

Mention specific qualifications listed in the job posting and explain how you meet those qualifications. A. FIRST PARAGRAPH B. SECOND/ MIDDLE PARAGRAPH(S) C. CLOSING PARAGRAPH

explain why you are interested in the job and why you make an excellent candidate for the position. A. FIRST PARAGRAPH B. SECOND/ MIDDLE PARAGRAPH(S) C. CLOSING PARAGRAPH

Use a complimentary close and then end your cover letter with your signature, handwritten, followed by your typed name. 01 CONTACT INFORMATION 02 NAME OF THE HIRING MANAGER 03 BODY OF THE COVER LETTER 04 SIGNATURE

04 SIGNATURE

You only have ONE CHANCE to impress the Hiring Committee TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS DURING JOB INTERVIEW TRUE OR FALSE

TRUE

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