Crafting an Effective Skills Section for Your Resume

What is the primary purpose of including a skills section in your resume?

• To showcase your educational background

• To list all the skills you have acquired over the years

• To help employers quickly understand if you are fit for the job

• To fill up space if your resume is too short

Which type of skills are acquired through education and experience?

• Imaginary skills

• Hard skills

• Soft skills

• Unnecessary skills

What are soft skills often referred to as?

• Technical skills

• Fixed skills

• Transferable skills

• Hard skills

Which resource can help you find skills according to your desired job or industry?

• Your local library

• Facebook

• O*NET Online

• Google

What is crucial when customizing your skills section for a job application?

• Only including soft skills

• Including skills not related to the job

• Listing as many skills as possible

• Mirroring the requirements in the job description