Whether you’re looking for your first job or the next big step in your career, a solid resume and professional interviewing skills are a must.
Jeff Chu, an employment consultant and recruiter, shares his experiences, insights, and perspectives to help you navigate two main aspects of getting hired: Resumes and Interviews. As an added bonus, he also offers advice on how to further your success once employed. In this straightforward and comprehensive guide, learn how to:
- Craft a resume that displays how you qualify for the position and sets you apart from other applicants.
- Develop strategies for improving confidence and answering tough questions during an interview.
- Focus on habits that employers are looking for during the hiring process.
Get ready to enhance your ability to obtain the career you are seeking with the lessons and insights found in From Applicant to Hired: Unlocking the Secrets of Resumes, Interviews, and Employment.
Innehållsförteckning
Introduction.. 1
Resume Writing.. 5
Chapter 1: Where to Begin?. 6
Your Limited Edition.. 6
What is the Purpose?. 8
One Step at a Time. 11
Planning. 13
Chapter 2: How Resumes Are Read.. 19
Manual Filters. 19
Automated Filters. 23
Six Second Rule. 25
Chapter 3: Resume Sections. 31
A Strong Foundation.. 31
Education.. 40
Projects, Not Courses. 44
Experience. 48
Skills and Certifications. 54
Chapter 4: The Writing Process. 59
Gather Information.. 59
Action Words. 65
Placement and Order of Importance. 77
Quantify, Quantify, Quantify! 82
Format and Readability.. 88
Chapter 5: Strengthening Your Resume. 92
Jargon, Space Fillers, and Generics. 92
Grammar, Spelling, and Mechanics. 103
Pitfalls and Common Mistakes. 106
Chapter 6: Resume Extras. 112
Career Fairs. 112
Cover Letters. 119
Resume Q&A.. 127
Interviewing.. 131
Chapter 7: Preparing for Interviews. 132
Perspective. 135
Confidence. 139
Avoiding Bias. 146
Honesty and Integrity.. 150
Best Effort. 152
Don’t Waste Time. 154
Chapter 8: Approaching Interviews. 157
Prepare. 157
Interview Types. 168
One-on-One Interviews. 169
Panel Interviews. 172
Virtual Interviews. 173
Phone Interviews. 180
Group Interviews. 183
Chapter 9: Presenting Yourself. 186
Focused.. 188
Clear. 191
Motivated.. 193
Chapter 10: Strategies for Questions. 196
Answering Questions. 196
The Power of Three. 199
PAR: Problem Action Resolution.. 202
Sample Interview Questions. 205
Chapter 11: Answering and Asking Questions. 215
Occupation Specific Questions. 215
Logic Questions. 221
Trap Questions. 225
Illegal Questions. 230
Interviewing for Internal Positions. 233
Sample Questions. 237
Asking Questions. 240
Questions to Ask During Internal Interviews. 244
Chapter 12: Post Interview Actions. 247
After the Interview.. 247
Offers and Negotiations. 252
Employment.. 259
Chapter 13: The Path to a Career. 261
Your Career. 261
Avoid Bad Habits. 266
Mentoring. 272
Networking. 274
Referrals. 277
Work Journals. 279
Concluding Remarks. 281
Acknowledgments. 285
About the Author. 287
Om författaren
Jeff Chu has a passion for teaching effective resume writing and interviewing strategies, and has taught hundreds of individuals in obtaining employment in both the public and private sectors over the past 15 years. He has presented at various institutions and organizations, including Virginia Tech, National Society of High School Scholars, and the LDS Employment Center.Jeff has served the federal government for over a decade and has held positions such as Cyber Analyst, Applications Developer, and Recruiter for various technical positions. Throughout his career, he has received more than 15 awards for exceptional service and accomplishments and has mentored numerous individuals, helping them enhance their careers. He holds a Masters from the University of Utah and a Bachelors from Brigham Young University, both in Information Systems. When he’s not working or teaching, Jeff enjoys tinkering with technology, playing video games, creating art, and, most importantly, spending time with his wife and son.
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