1 00:00:00,125 --> 00:00:03,208 (instrumental music) 2 00:00:04,230 --> 00:00:05,670 - [Narrator] Jeff and Tina have been helping 3 00:00:05,670 --> 00:00:06,860 with the Department of Defense 4 00:00:06,860 --> 00:00:09,240 cyber awareness training course for years. 5 00:00:09,240 --> 00:00:12,020 However, with recent upgrades to the training, 6 00:00:12,020 --> 00:00:14,073 their services are no longer needed. 7 00:00:16,710 --> 00:00:17,543 - Hey, Jeff. 8 00:00:17,543 --> 00:00:19,090 Whatcha working on? 9 00:00:19,090 --> 00:00:21,920 - I'm updating my resume since they're giving us the boot. 10 00:00:21,920 --> 00:00:23,100 - [Tina] What? 11 00:00:23,100 --> 00:00:24,270 - Well, yeah. 12 00:00:24,270 --> 00:00:25,610 Didn't anybody tell you? 13 00:00:25,610 --> 00:00:26,600 - No. 14 00:00:26,600 --> 00:00:28,200 What are we supposed to do now? 15 00:00:28,200 --> 00:00:30,523 I don't even remember where my resume is. 16 00:00:31,473 --> 00:00:33,460 (ding) 17 00:00:33,460 --> 00:00:34,510 - No problem. 18 00:00:34,510 --> 00:00:35,920 I'll help you make a new one. 19 00:00:35,920 --> 00:00:38,090 Let's start with basic formatting. 20 00:00:38,090 --> 00:00:39,540 - [Narrator] Read these tips. 21 00:00:41,760 --> 00:00:44,010 - Remember employers could throw out your resume 22 00:00:44,010 --> 00:00:46,480 if they find a misspelled or misused word. 23 00:00:46,480 --> 00:00:47,990 - Man, that's brutal. 24 00:00:47,990 --> 00:00:50,220 I'll make sure it's formatted correctly. 25 00:00:50,220 --> 00:00:54,050 - Okay, now let's dive into the different styles of resumes. 26 00:00:54,050 --> 00:00:56,160 The first style is chronological. 27 00:00:56,160 --> 00:00:58,570 This is the type that most employers prefer. 28 00:00:58,570 --> 00:01:00,160 It lists your work history starting 29 00:01:00,160 --> 00:01:03,650 with your current position and going back 10 to 15 years. 30 00:01:03,650 --> 00:01:05,163 - [Narrator] Read these tips. 31 00:01:08,760 --> 00:01:11,430 - What about a job I had waiting tables? 32 00:01:11,430 --> 00:01:13,240 It was only part time. 33 00:01:13,240 --> 00:01:15,880 - Include anything that emphasizes your skills. 34 00:01:15,880 --> 00:01:18,370 And speaking of skills, the second type of resume 35 00:01:18,370 --> 00:01:19,870 is a functional style. 36 00:01:19,870 --> 00:01:22,170 It helps you organize your skills and experience 37 00:01:22,170 --> 00:01:23,808 whether paid or unpaid. 38 00:01:23,808 --> 00:01:25,403 - [Narrator] Read these tips. 39 00:01:28,450 --> 00:01:30,770 - So I might use that if I went back to school 40 00:01:30,770 --> 00:01:32,670 or left for some reason? 41 00:01:32,670 --> 00:01:33,700 - Exactly. 42 00:01:33,700 --> 00:01:35,330 It helps fill in the gaps. 43 00:01:35,330 --> 00:01:38,330 The next type of resume is the combination style. 44 00:01:38,330 --> 00:01:41,320 It has features of both chronological and functional, 45 00:01:41,320 --> 00:01:43,030 highlighting your most relevant skills 46 00:01:43,030 --> 00:01:45,080 and de-emphasizing your employment 47 00:01:45,080 --> 00:01:46,478 and less relevant jobs. 48 00:01:46,478 --> 00:01:47,993 - [Narrator] Read these tips. 49 00:01:50,700 --> 00:01:51,570 - I see. 50 00:01:51,570 --> 00:01:53,090 Are there other styles? 51 00:01:53,090 --> 00:01:55,940 - Yes, the final style is a targeted resume. 52 00:01:55,940 --> 00:01:57,880 This style takes the other three styles 53 00:01:57,880 --> 00:02:00,890 and focuses their content for a specific job. 54 00:02:00,890 --> 00:02:02,340 - [Narrator] Read these tips. 55 00:02:05,290 --> 00:02:07,290 - There's so much to consider. 56 00:02:07,290 --> 00:02:09,150 I don't know which style I should use. 57 00:02:09,150 --> 00:02:12,260 - Well, let's start by putting together a master resume. 58 00:02:12,260 --> 00:02:14,130 It will help you organize everything. 59 00:02:14,130 --> 00:02:16,200 - A master resume sounds impressive. 60 00:02:16,200 --> 00:02:19,680 - It is, but it's quite long and takes a while to complete. 61 00:02:19,680 --> 00:02:21,930 It will include your entire employment history 62 00:02:21,930 --> 00:02:24,270 and all of the skills and training you've received 63 00:02:24,270 --> 00:02:26,270 broken down using the S.T.A.R. method. 64 00:02:26,270 --> 00:02:27,750 - S.T.A.R. method? 65 00:02:27,750 --> 00:02:29,560 Is that because of the space force? 66 00:02:29,560 --> 00:02:32,740 - (laughs) No, S.T.A.R. stands for 67 00:02:32,740 --> 00:02:35,920 Situation, Task, Action, Result. 68 00:02:35,920 --> 00:02:37,470 Your master resume should break down 69 00:02:37,470 --> 00:02:39,830 all of your skills and experiences in this way. 70 00:02:39,830 --> 00:02:42,470 - So once I've completed a master resume, 71 00:02:42,470 --> 00:02:44,550 are there any specific parts that I need 72 00:02:44,550 --> 00:02:46,590 to include in my regular resumes? 73 00:02:46,590 --> 00:02:49,050 - Yes, make sure you include a career job 74 00:02:49,050 --> 00:02:52,690 objective statement, a summary of your qualifications, 75 00:02:52,690 --> 00:02:55,120 your work experience and accomplishments, 76 00:02:55,120 --> 00:02:56,840 your education and training, 77 00:02:56,840 --> 00:02:59,040 and your name and contact information. 78 00:02:59,040 --> 00:03:02,320 - Do I include my email address in the contact section? 79 00:03:02,320 --> 00:03:03,930 Mine is a little silly. 80 00:03:03,930 --> 00:03:06,050 - You should definitely include an email address, 81 00:03:06,050 --> 00:03:10,090 but always, always, always use a professional one. 82 00:03:10,090 --> 00:03:13,110 If yours isn't appropriate, just create a new one. 83 00:03:13,110 --> 00:03:14,230 - I can do that. 84 00:03:14,230 --> 00:03:15,160 - Awesome. 85 00:03:15,160 --> 00:03:17,585 And here is what not to put in your resume. 86 00:03:17,585 --> 00:03:19,083 - [Narrator] Read these tips. 87 00:03:22,870 --> 00:03:26,020 - Wow, that's a lot of good information. 88 00:03:26,020 --> 00:03:28,330 I'm sure I would've included a bunch of that stuff 89 00:03:28,330 --> 00:03:30,160 if you hadn't pointed it out. 90 00:03:30,160 --> 00:03:31,720 Is there anything else I should know 91 00:03:31,720 --> 00:03:33,560 before I get started? 92 00:03:33,560 --> 00:03:34,750 - I think you've got it. 93 00:03:34,750 --> 00:03:36,930 Just remember employers will also check 94 00:03:36,930 --> 00:03:38,940 to see if you have an online presence. 95 00:03:38,940 --> 00:03:40,790 So make sure your use of social media 96 00:03:40,790 --> 00:03:42,740 helps your job prospects, too. 97 00:03:42,740 --> 00:03:44,260 - Great. Thanks, Jeff. 98 00:03:44,260 --> 00:03:46,260 - Oh, hey, sorry. 99 00:03:46,260 --> 00:03:48,360 I saw you had a smartphone. 100 00:03:48,360 --> 00:03:49,840 I was wondering if I could use it 101 00:03:49,840 --> 00:03:52,220 for a phone interview in a few minutes. 102 00:03:52,220 --> 00:03:53,581 It would really help me out. 103 00:03:53,581 --> 00:03:56,831 (intense sound effect)