This workshop was on how to write a resume. My goals before attending this workshop were: to learn how to write a correct resume and what to put into it and how. It was a really informative workshop because not only did it accomplish my goal but it also gave me more information. They taught us how to write a cover letter and a thank you letter. They also gave us this entire booklet on how to write a resume and words we should use when trying to attract a possible employer.
I selected this particular workshop because I realized that I don’t have a resume, and that is something that is quite important. Whenever I go job hunting, a lot of these big stores and etc. ask for a resume and I automatically dismiss that opportunity because I never made one or knew how to make an effective one. This workshop didn’t really take me out of my comfort zone. We didn’t participate or interact much, it was mostly just learning. Although, I did feel weird when I realized that a lot of people in the room already had resumes, and I was one of the few that did not have one. So, I guess in a way I did feel a bit out of my comfort zone.
Overall, this workshop met all my goals and even helped me learn more than I expected. I would definitely recommend this to other people. I never visited the STARR career development center, and ever since I took this workshop I’ve been trying to go visit them more often for career opportunities. They also send emails about internships and jobs. Along with learning about how to write a resume, I also learned more about the STARR career center. It was a great workshop.
After Tuesday’s class, everyone should have a resume!