The National Job Fair and Training Expo Resume Experts

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September, 2011 Resume Tips and Job Search Instructions From the Experts The National Job Fair & Training Expo

Are you getting the results you want?: 

Are you getting the results you want? Just getting started or actively looking: Are you getting noticed? Are you getting interviews? Will you get what you are worth? Do you know how and where to look?

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3 WHAT 3 THINGS WILL YOU DO TO STAND OUT?

You can make the difference!: 

You can make the difference! Zylog Systems Canada Ltd and Monster team up to provide industry insider information on Resume Design Tips and Search Techniques to effectively use evolving Search Engine Algorithms. Many organizations use advancements in technology, job boards, filters, and Applicant Tracking Systems to review resumes and decide who gets invited to interview. You can make a difference with effective search skills and powerful resume design tips provided by the experts.

Zylog and Monster Panel of Experts: 

Zylog and Monster Panel of Experts John Mehrmann is an international speaker, award winning author, and CEO of Zylog Systems (Canada) Ltd. In 2010, Zylog acquired Brainhunter to combine international IT development capabilities of Zylog with Canada’s foremost agency for technical, engineering, and government employment services. With Zylog, Brainhunter has been transformed into an organization that uses social media, technology, and individual commitment to empower consultants, contractors, full-time and temporary employees to provide Top Jobs for Top Talent. Samantha Harris started in Monster’s Enterprise Service Department, supporting Canadian Enterprise customers. It was there that Ms. Harris learned the business from the ground up. Ms Harris managed recruitment campaigns and eventually accepted the position of Client Trainer. This role enables Ms Harris to utilize in-depth knowledge of the industry to train clients on how to effectively utilize the technology to save time and streamline processes. Ms Harris leads the Canadian training department, often hosting Recruitment Best Practices seminars and training clients on effective recruiting and selection techniques.

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6 LET’S GET STARTED!

Create Your Personal Portfolio: 

Create Your Personal Portfolio Certificates Diploma Education and Training Letters of Recommendation Awards and Accolades Document Online Referrals Goals and Quotas met or exceeded Collect your Achievements: Dates Milestones Metrics / Numbers / Quotas Locations Titles and Organizations Organize your Highlights

Use a Common Modern Resume Template: 

Use a Common Modern Resume Template Many common templates can be uploaded and imported online Use Text only. Do not use pictures, images, or watermarks If you want to stand out from the crowd, do it with your content Standard formats are easier for hiring managers to review Select a Standard Format:

Your Resume: What does it represent?: 

Your Resume: What does it represent? 9 Your Past Your Present Your Future

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10 NEXT STEPS!

Chronological Resume: Start at Your Beginning: 

Chronological Resume: Start at Your Beginning Start with your Education Add Personal Achievements, Awards, and Certifications Follow your career path and experience Include Title, Company, Start and End Dates Work your way to TODAY Your Beginning is at the End of Your Resume: Use accurate dates Are there gaps or overlap? Can you explain them? Does your experience tell a story of personal progress? Tell Your Story:

Chronological Resume: Punctuate with Highlights from Portfolio: 

Chronological Resume: Punctuate with Highlights from Portfolio Refer to portfolio of accomplishments Quote specific metrics or milestones Include specific details, percentages, revenues, quotas, etc Example: Exceeded quota of $2M by 50% in six months Be specific with your terminology Oracle, ITIL, Java Developer List Your Achievements:

Functional Resume: 

Functional Resume 13

Top 5 Resume Mistakes: 

14 Top 5 Resume Mistakes Running too short or too long Highlighting duties instead of accomplishments

Example: Highlighting Duties vs. Accomplishments: 

15 Example: Highlighting Duties vs. Accomplishments Directed recruiting efforts for East Division Responsible for coordinating a team of recruiters across seven states that were responsible for sourcing, interviewing, and hiring all positions for 20,000 apartment units.

Top 5 Resume Mistakes: 

16 Top 5 Resume Mistakes One size fits all Lack of specifics

Example: Lack of Specifics: 

17 Example: Lack of Specifics Recruited and filled open positions Developed a recruiting strategy over seven states that resulted in 137 positions being filled within 60 days.

Top 5 Resume Mistakes: 

Top 5 Resume Mistakes 18 Typoes and “Pour Punctuation;

Search Jobs on Monster for Keywords: 

Search Jobs on Monster for Keywords Job Postings have Job Titles Job Postings have Descriptions Job Postings have Required Skills Job Postings have Required Experience This information contains KEYWORDS Search Job Postings You should use those keywords from descriptions, requirements, skills, and experience in your resume! Make note of KEYWORDS

Mirror Keywords on your Resume: 

Mirror Keywords on your Resume Educational Experience and Degrees Years of Experience (per location and overall accumulated) Certifications or Training Check Previous Job Titles or Job Descriptions Make sure that you list the skills that employers are looking for! Make sure that key words are on your resume:

Introductory Paragraph with Action Words: 

Introductory Paragraph with Action Words The introduction is the place to show your personality. Use Action Words to convey activities. “Accomplish . . .” “Achieved . . .” “Developed . . .” “Designed . . .” Craft your Introduction with Action Words & Keywords

Include your Contact Information: 

Include your Contact Information Don’t play Hide and Seek You worked too hard to prepare the perfect resume, so put your contact information on every page Make sure that you include contact information

Polish it up: 

Polish it up Resumes can get discarded due to poor quality grammar or spelling Spell Check Check for Grammar Check Dates Check for consistent punctuation Check your Keywords Add some Spice / interesting facts Check, Double Check, Triple Check, Spell Check

Create a Targeted Resume: 

Create a Targeted Resume You may need to adjust keywords and descriptions in your resume to match the keywords on the posted Job. Be honest about your experience. Adjust the wording if necessary Did you find a Posted Job that you really want? One that really suits you?

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25 ADDITIONAL TOOLS, RESOURCES & IDEAS

Career Snapshots: 

26 Career Snapshots

Career Benchmarking : 

Career Benchmarking 27

BeKnown™ Manage your professional and social networks in one place, Facebook. : 

BeKnown ™ Manage your professional and social networks in one place, Facebook. 28 The world’s leader connecting people and career opportunities The world’s largest and most active social network Initial reaction: “Monster has solved the Facebook problem.”

Join BeKnown™ Unlock the professional power of your social network: 

Join BeKnown ™ Unlock the professional power of your social network Manage your professional and social networks in one place, Facebook. Enjoy the convenience of one platform. Keep your social and professional activity separate. You are in control of who sees personal information. Make professional connections without becoming Facebook friends. Tap into new sources of talent. Post a free BeKnown job to your first degree connections. Add connections easily. Import connections from popular social and email applications such as Twitter, Gmail, Yahoo or Windows Live.

Ask for References and Recommendations: 

Ask for References and Recommendations Request a letter of recommendation from employers Request an online recommendation in social media Ask your friends for referrals Don’t be embarrassed to ask, most people are glad to be asked Ask for References and Referrals

Elevator Pitch–Four key components: 

Elevator Pitch–Four key components Start with a single sentence describing what you do (or want to do for a living) Add your best selling points as an employee – your best talents, work skill, or outstanding work achievement Explain why you want to connect with other people Ask for referrals to anyone who may be connected to the work you seek

Get a Pro to Review your Resume: 

Get a Pro to Review your Resume Ask a Professional Recruiter to review your resume with you. Zylog Professional Recruiters review hundreds of resumes to help match Top Talent to Top Jobs Let an expert help polish your resume to match your desired career or contract Would you like a little extra expert advice?

Review before every Interview: 

Review before every Interview Have your dates, highlights, examples, education, and history fresh in your mind before you go for the interview Bring a copy of your resume to the interview for the convenience of the hiring manager Bring copies of Certificates, Awards, Letters of Recommendation, etc Remember to review your resume before every interview:

www.Brainhunter.ca: 

www.Brainhunter.ca First Launch: October 2011 Create and Manage Your Profile Education, skills, employment Access to Personal Benefit Offers Access to large buying group Discounts Access to Top Jobs for Top Talent On contract or payroll: Access to contract documents Timesheet / Payroll Reminders Connect to friends and colleagues Create a list of career opportunities to track Social Media just got Smarter Social Media to manage your Career:

www.Brainhunter.ca: 

www.Brainhunter.ca www.Brainhunter.ca Open active jobs refreshed daily

www.Brainhunter.ca: 

www.Brainhunter.ca www.Brainhunter.ca Register to update your personal profile, work history, education, and “likes”

www.Brainhunter.ca: 

www.Brainhunter.ca www.Brainhunter.ca Advanced Job Search to search by location, category, keywords, permanent or contract positions, etc Find the job that is right for you!

www.Brainhunter.ca: 

www.Brainhunter.ca www.Brainhunter.ca The new Brainhunter community web portal expands feature benefits and discounts with competing insurance plans and prices facilitated by Marsh Canada Limited.

Checklist: 

Checklist Create your Portfolio of Achievements Use a Common Template Tell your History from Education to Current Punctuate Highlights and Achievements with metrics and milestones Search Job Postings for Keywords Put keywords and action words in your resume Add an introduction that shows your personality Include your Contact Information on every page Check, double check, triple check, and spell check Create targeted resumes for individual job keywords when necessary Ask for references, recommendations, and referrals Ask a Professional at Zylog to Review your Resume with you Bring a copy of your resume to every interview Update your profile on Brainhunter.com (Social Media just got Smarter) Quick Resume Checklist:

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