Career Roadmap Presentation

1. NLT CAREER BEGINNINGS
Resume Writing I Social Media I Interviewing
Come learn the fundamentals that will help you in
your professional career.

2. RESUME
Structuring your resume
The Do’s & Don’ts of writing your resume
 Eye catching content

3. STRUCTURING YOUR RESUME
Heading
Summary
Education
Professional Experience

4. HEADINGS

5. SUMMARY!
The purpose of the summary is to provide a synopsis of your
experience, qualifications, and attributes you posses. This
should be a brief paragraph highlighting some key skills.
You can make it specific to the job or industry you are
applying for or keep it general.
Years of experience
Managerial skills
Decision making skills
Problem solving

6. SUMMARY!
A sales professional with ten years of corporate experience,
strong communication, management, and organizational
skills. Effective decision maker with the ability to build
relationships at all levels of management while providing
quality service.

7. EDUCATION
Add all completed higher education
Add all higher education actively pursuing
(Only if you are a current student)
Do not add incomplete education

8. EDUCATION
University of Florida Current - Anticipated
Completion - June 2015
Doctorate of Business Administration 2012 (DBA)
University of Florida - Graduated 2009 (MBA)
Master of Business Administration
University of Florida - Graduated 2007 (BA)
Bachelors of Arts

9. WORK EXPERIENCE
Must be in a chronological order
(Most recent job 1st )
Company name, city & state, dates of
employment and current job title
Make sure dates are accurate
Bullet point your job responsibilities
(no stand alone paragraphs)
Highlight all career accomplishments
(Increased profits, decreased expenses, performance awards)

10. WORK EXPERIENCE
Chandran Media Las Vegas, NV 10/2008 – 10/2010
U.S. Area Sales Manager/Recruiter
 Developed a sales strategy that ensured a 7% increase in
monthly revenue
 Responsible for the performance and development of the
Account Executives on a quarterly basis
 Prepared action plans for individuals for effective lead
generation
 Initiated and developed action plans to penetrate new
markets
 Oversaw all internal recruiting for account managers
across the country

11. THE DO’S OF YOUR RESUME
Do
Use action words, such as developed, managed and designed.
Keep paragraphs under seven lines. Since resumes are often
scanned by hiring managers and recruiters it has a better chance
of being read if it is condensed.
Be honest.
Check thoroughly for grammar and spelling mistakes. It's a good
idea to have a friend look it over for unnoticed mistakes. Use
Spell Check on computer. Use past tense for past jobs and
current tense for current jobs.
Use high-quality paper that is white, ivory or another
conservative color.
Use normal margins (1 inch on top and bottom, 1.25 inches on
sides). Make sure your resume is clear and visually pleasing.
Make your resume unique. List technical skills, certificates
awarded, professional memberships, military experience, travel
and community work if it relates to the job you are seeking.

12. THE DON’TS OF YOUR RESUME
Don’t
Be vague. Use percentages and numbers wherever possible,
such as "Cut subsidiary costs by 25%, saving the company
$1,400 for the fiscal year."
Be too focused on job duties. Go above and beyond, listing
the new programs you took part in.
Write about inappropriate and unnecessary personal
experiences.
Always pertain to your activities to the job you are seeking.
Use personal pronouns, such as "I" and "me."
Include copies of transcripts, letters of recommendation or
awards.
Include reasons you left your previous job or salary.
Staple your resume.

16. Importance of Social Media
 Represents Personal Brand
 Enhances Job Search

17. Describe Personal Brand?
 Style of clothes
 Favorite hobby
 Representation of you

18. Personal Brand
NowthatweareambassadorsforChrist…
2Corinthians5:20
 Personal Brand directly represents you as an
Ambassador of Christ
 Therefore it is our due diligence that the
representation of Christ is upheld in an upright
and professional manner

19. Personal Brand
 Recruiters or Hiring Managers will research your
personal brand to ensure it matches resume or
interview
 Topics that are not legally allowed to ask in an
interview, we can find on social media due to its
public display
 Job seekers need to carefully develop and maintain
their brand.
 Your brand represents you, your social media
reflects your personality and potentially your
approach to professionalism

20. Personal Brand
Clean-up all social media sites prior to submission
of job application:
 Social Media sites should not include
controversial topics - example: political discussions
 Should be modest
 True representation of character
 Include professional picture
 Reflects soft skills – example: usage of correct grammar

21. What is yourfavoriteSocial Mediaforum?

22. Even if you are not friends with someone, people
can usually see your profile photos, things that you
"like," and your personal information. Therefore, it
is important to make sure you keep your account
professional.

23. LinkedIn is a business-oriented social networking site
that allows you to connect with employers and follow
groups and organizations that interest you. This will
also help educate you about the organization and notify
you when jobs have been posted. When setting your
profile picture, make sure to use the most professional
photo you own. Your profile allows you to connect with
other people in you network and contributes to your
personal brand so make sure to keep your information
updated and current.
-Note -
 Linked-in is a Revolving door
 Gives insight to the employer just as much as it gives
the employer insight to a potential employee

24. Twitter is a micro-blogging platform, allowing you to share
updates with your followers in 140 characters or less. Share
content about your own interests or your industry. Engaging
in a conversation is a great way to make connections and
get noticed; utilize (#) hashtags that prospective
organizations are using to enhance your chances of
communicating.

25. UTILIZING JOB BOARDS

26. Questions

27. Interviewing Tips and Attire

28. PREPARING FOR THE INTERVIEW
Research company website (In-Person or Phone)
Prepare your clothes
Prepare your resumes
Prepare your questions (In-Person or Phone)
Prepare your driving directions
Get some rest
Prepare to WIN!

29. PROPER INTRODUCTION
Always give a firm handshake
Always keep eye contact
Always give your first & last name
Always speak clearly
Always smile

30. PHONE INTERVIEW TIPS
Be Professional
Be Positive
Be in a quiet space
Articulate & enunciate your words
Smile

31. PHONE INTERVIEW TIPS
Don’t get distracted
Personal Voicemail
Personal Ringtone
Keep resume in front of you
Have company website open to review (If possible)

32. INTERVIEWING DO’S & DON’TS
Source:MRINetwork
Do
Arrive 10 minutes early. Being late to an interview is never excusable.
Clarify questions. Answer the interviewer's questions as specifically as
possible. Relate your skills and background to the position requirements
throughout the interview.
Give your qualifications. Focus on accomplishments that are most pertinent
to the job.
Anticipate tough questions. Prepare to turn perceived weaknesses into
strengths.
Ask questions. An interview should be a mutual exchange of information,
not a one-sided conversation.
Listen. Concentrate not only on the interviewer's words, but also on the
tone of voice and body language. Once you understand how the interviewer
thinks, pattern your answers accordingly and you will be able to establish a
better rapport.
Dress appropriately. Make your first impression a professional one.
Be professional. Smile, make eye contact and maintain good posture. These
are simple but important things that are easy to forget to do during an
interview.

33. YES!YES!

34. INTERVIEWING DO’S & DON’TS
Source:MRINetwork
Don't
Don't answer vague questions. Ask the interviewer to clarify
fuzzy questions.
Don't interrupt the interviewer. If you don't listen, the
interviewer won't either.
Don't be overly familiar, even if the interviewer is.
Don't ramble. Overlong answers may make you sound apologetic
or indecisive.
Don't lie. Answer questions truthfully.
Don't express resentment. Avoid derogatory remarks about
present or former employers.
Don't wear heavy perfume or cologne. The interviewer may not
share your tastes.

35. NO!!!
NO!

36. CLOSING THE INTERVIEW
Source:MRINetwork
Job seekers often second-guess themselves after interviews.
By asking good questions and closing strongly, you can
reduce post-interview doubts. If you feel that the interview
went well and you want to take the next step, express your
interest to the interviewer.
Try an approach like the following: "After learning more
about your company, the position and responsibilities, I
believe that I have the qualities you are looking for. Are there
any issues or concerns that would lead you to believe
otherwise?"
This is an effective closing question because it opens the door
for the hiring manager to be honest with you about his or her
feelings.

37. CLOSING THE INTERVIEW
Source:MRINetwork
If concerns do exist, you may be able to create an opportunity
to overcome them, and have one final chance to dispel the
concerns.
Sell your strengths and end the interview on a positive note.
Make sure that you have thoroughly answered these
questions during the interview: "Why are you interested in
our company?" and "What can you offer?"
Express appreciation for the interviewer's time and
consideration.
Don't expect an offer to be made or a specific salary to be
discussed during your first interview.

38. THE FOLLOW-UP
Source:MRINetwork
After your interview, follow-up is critical. When you get in
your car, immediately write down key issues uncovered in
the interview. Think of the qualifications the employer is
looking for and match your strengths to them. A "thank
you" letter or email should be written no later than 24
hours after the interview. If you are working with a
recruiter be sure to call them to discuss your interview and
your next steps.

39. Additional Points Relative to
Presentation

40.  Men/Women: No tight fitted
clothing, Tailored clothing
 Women: No skirts above the knee
 Men/Women: No visible tattoos
 Men: No excessive facial hair, keep it
well groomed
 Women: No outrageous long nails
French tip or clear polish preferably
 Men/Women: No wild
haircuts/hairdos, keep it
conservative
 Men/Women: Conservative color
suits (Black, Blue, or Grey)

41. WRAP UP! & QUESTIONS?