The document discusses tips for standing out in the job hunt, presented by Emily Miethner, founder of FindSpark. It covers customizing resumes and cover letters for each job, including relevant results and skills. It also discusses using LinkedIn to learn about companies and doing something extra to impress employers, such as attending networking events hosted by FindSpark. The presentation aims to help job seekers optimize their materials and strategy.

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From Paper to In Person:
How to Stand Out in the Job Hunt
Presented by
Emily Miethner Founder, President

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Let’s meet!
Name
Major
Dream Job

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About

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Events all Year Round

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Companies We Help You Meet

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FindSpark Membership

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Before we start,
Be aware of…

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Preferences

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Applicant
Tracking
Systems

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Networking
(yes, we have
an event for that:
findspark.com/events)

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A few common
practices

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One page resumes…
ALWAYS

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One page resumes…
ALWAYS

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Give them what they
ask for
(ie, pay attention)

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No experience?
Go out and get it.

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The biggest tip?

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Customize
everything

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My Resume Story

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Find a job that fits

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Find the highlights

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Talk about what they want you to

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Talk about what they want you to

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Talk about what they want you to

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Include results in your bullets

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Make your experience relevant

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Copy & Language

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Use strong verbs

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Let the listing guide your resume

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And your cover letter
“A large part of my job is to educate clients on emerging trends, the
mediums through which have ranged from weekly breakthrough emails
to quarterly presentations on future-focused digital trends and
opportunities.

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Formatting

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Before

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After

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Include appropriate links

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How it
might go down

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Find your opportunity

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Pick out the important stuff

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Use LinkedIn to learn more

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Use LinkedIn to learn more

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Use LinkedIn to learn more

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Do something to stand out
Hofstra Class of 2016. Loves #Prada, high heels,
and @OfaKind. Also, coffee addict.
Brooklyn, NY | elainetrevorrow.com

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And go out

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What
now?

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Q&A
Set goals
Join FindSpark (free!)
Come to our events

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Premium
Membership
findspark.com/premium

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Stay
in
touch!
emily@findspark.com