Rip the resume : job search & interview power prep / Torin Ellis.
Infused with real-life examples, self-analysis exercises, and advice from an industry professional, Rip the Resume is more than a "how to write a better resume" book; it's a proven system designed to challenge job seekers to take complete control and responsibility during a job search. Follow a ground-breaking roadmap on your journey to becoming the candidate that employers are seeking-whether you are a millennial looking to launch an exciting and fulfilling career or an experienced individual exploring greater career opportunities. Rip the Resume provides the tools you need to transform yourself into the candidate that employers are searching for: Cutting-edge guidance for job seekers in any field; Vital resume deconstruction techniques to highlight important areas and downplay others to render a stronger document; Winning conversation strategies to make a lasting impression during the interview; Practical advice for using social media wisely, both in the job search and in building your personal brand.
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- ISBN: 9780768941111
- ISBN: 0768941113
- Physical Description: xi, 96 pages ; 23 cm
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: Albany, NY : Peterson's, [2016]
- Copyright: ©2016
Content descriptions
General Note: | At head of title: Peterson's. |
Formatted Contents Note: | Candidate foundation -- Resume deconstruction -- Big paper -- Stage one : reconnaissance -- Stage two : the interview -- Stage three : the close -- Give 'em that #boom -- Before we go ... |
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Subject: | Résumés (Employment) Job hunting. Employment interviewing. |
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Kirtland Community College Library | HF 5383 .E45 2016 | 30775305543309 | General Collection | Available | - |
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Table of Contents
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Section | Section Description | Page Number |
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Introduction | ||
1 | Candidate Foundation | |
Straight Talk | p. 1 | |
Concept of P2 | p. 3 | |
Job Description | p. 5 | |
#1 Secret to Introductions | p. 7 | |
Mobile Makeover | p. 9 | |
2 | Resume Deconstruction | |
Scrap the Ugly Template | p. 15 | |
3 Common Mistakes | p. 16 | |
5 Adjectives | p. 19 | |
39 Adverbs | p. 21 | |
5 Accomplishments | p. 22 | |
3 | Big Paper | |
Professional Summary | p. 26 | |
3 Vital Aspects of Reconstruction | p. 28 | |
Colorful Language and Phrases | p. 30 | |
Before and After Samples | p. 32 | |
4 | Stage One-Reconnaissance | |
Recon Websites | p. 56 | |
Conversation Mapping | p. 58 | |
Attitude Adjustment | p. 59 | |
5 | Stage Two-The Interview | |
Wealae | p. 63 | |
Observational Logistics | p. 66 | |
5 Sizzling Questions | p. 67 | |
6 | Stage Three-The Close | |
Caution Required | p. 71 | |
Manners Are Important | p. 72 | |
Follow Up | p. 73 | |
7 | Give 'Em that #Boom | |
Hashtags, Likes, and Posts | p. 75 | |
Applicant Tracking Systems | p. 76 | |
GitHub and About.me | p. 76 | |
Keeping Up Appearances | p. 77 | |
Basic Wardrobe Reference | p. 78 | |
Gig/On-demand Economy | p. 80 | |
8 | Before We Go... | |
Biases and Diversity | p. 83 | |
A Few Last Words | p. 86 | |
Resources | p. 89 | |
About the Author | p. 95 | |
Notes | p. 97 |