Workshop on Resumes/Job interview

by kevin.sanichara

Baruch was very helpful at helping me learn how to fill out a resume. While at the resume speech I learned a lot of thing I never knew before. For starters I never knew it could be so simple. I always hear people complain about how much of a pain in the rear writing a resume was. People always told me it takes lots of research and a very time –consuming task to write out your grades and previous work places. Its very simple actually. First you have to write your GPA, but only put it down if its over a 3.0. This is something interesting I learned. Also write down your favorite hobbies, fields of interest and places you have worked before. Its good to put the jobs that seem more important to your new job on the top of the list to show you were most interested in it. Next write down basic information like your name, numbers you can be reached at, an e-mail, and your address. This is in case the company wants to reach you or see your previous history or file with ease. Just put these in order and in a neat, coherent order and everything should look fine with the resume.

Another thing I found interesting about the monologue was that the lady told us proper etiquette for a job interview. First of be polite, ask questions, and don’t do anything rude when your in the vicinity of the office. Like don’t chew gum or act impatient. Why is this the case; well the interview really starts the moment you step foot into the building, not when the interview actually begins. People judge your character outside of work to know if you are a good person or not. For women, its good not to show to much cleavage, but look fresh yet professional. This is best shown by wearing a proper suit, a button shirt underneath that, and a long skirt or pants. Plus don’t wear heels above 2 inches. For males, like myself, a black suit is good or a dark grey. Dark colors show power and confidence. Also a white of blue shirt is fine with a non-monochromatic tie; you don’t want that to be your main focus point. Just be friendly yet corporative and bold. This will be the keys to getting the job you want and having a good interview and resume.