Game Board Flashcard #3: Resumes and Cover Letters

Front

A "Resume" can best be described as:

Back

A one page document that displays your strengths, skills, and experience.

Front

A "Resume" is usually a _____ document.

Back

1 page and occasionally over 1 page.

Front

Is it OK to use creative fonts that may be in "Cursive" or "Old English" compared to original fonts such as "Times New Roman"?

Back

No, it is not OK.

Front

The average potential employer will spend _________ scanning your Resume for key words and background information.

Back

8-12 seconds.

Front

[e-mail] and [e-mail] are examples of:

Back

Inappropriate emails and should be avoided to give yourself a better chance of being selected for an interview.

Front

When you include a photo on your Resume, what is the reaction of most potential employers?

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75% will not approve of it for one reason or another which hurts your chances.

Front

A "Cover Letter" can best be described as:

Back

A short letter that introduces yourself, provides experience & strength, and what you can offer to a particular company.

Front

A cover letter is about __________ in length.

Back

3 paragraphs, sometimes a little more.

Front

What is one similarity between a "Resume" and "Cover Letter?"

Back

They both give an overview of your strengths, skills and experience.

Front

Why might an individual type their name in a larger font compared to the rest of the Resume?

Back

So your name "jumps" off the page.