JOB  SEEKING  SKILLS

Resumes / Cover  Letters

Resumes: A How-To Guide – CP 1185 Jeff wants to work in the information technology field. Cindy dreams of being a gourmet chef. These students learn how to write functional, chronological, combination, and newsletter-style resumes using information about their skills and experience that they identify through two exercises: Personal Inventory (to capture the “what”) and Showing Your COLORS (to uncover the “how”). An excellent introduction to resume writing for students with little or no job experience. 2008 ed. 22 min. DVD ....... $110

Landing the Job: Resumes & Cover Letters – LIN 973 The cover letter and resume are two powerful tools for job seekers. Your students not only learns HOW to write cover letters and resumes, but they will also learn WHY these papers are so important in the job search process. Get the inside scoop on the DOs and DON’Ts of resumes and cover letters from the folks who know best—the people who read them. 2007 ed. 20 min. DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$130

How Do You Put It On Paper? Portfolios, Resumes, and Job Applications – LIN 909 We all need a resume, but which type? Chronological? Skills or Functional? How about a career portfolio? How do you put one together? What information do you include? Are job applications a thing of the past? If they’re not, what’s the best way to fill one out? Learn how to put your skills, abilities, and interests on paper. 2005 ed. 17 min. DVD . . . .. . . . . . . . .$130

Log On for Success: Using Internet Job Sites – CP 800 Students learn how to find great jobs fast by blazing an electronic path to outstanding career opportunities. Covers how to find and effectively search job sites, industry specific sites, individual company sites, how to prepare e-mail resumes and cover letters, how to fill out online questionnaires, and how to save, organize, and keep track of what’s been posted and sent. Clues viewers in to what information not to post like social security numbers. In an information age job market, success begins with a click! 2004 ed. 19 min DVD.  . . .$90

Your Resume: First, They Must See You in Writing – LIN 730 In today’s competitive workplace, it’s the best resume that often lands the interview. Helps viewers choose the right action words and phrases to design effective resumes. Includes outlines for the following formats: Chronological, functional and combination. Includes special tips for sending electronic resumes that will get read, not deleted! A segment on cover letters gives specifics on ways to tailor the letter using the right words and phrases so that the employer moves on to your resume. 2003 ed. 20 min. DVD. . . .  . . . .$130

Effective Resumes and Job Applications - LS 190 High-interest video provides job applicants with pragmatic advice about selling resumes and job applications. A professional counselor helps an applicant rewrite his resume and cover letter. Shows how some firms use complex application forms as a screening device and how to fill out the forms to create a favorable impression. 2000 ed. 30 min. VHS. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .$30 DVD  . . . . . . . . . . .   . . .$120

Portfolio Development (PowerPoint CD) CE – 963PP Educators have encouraged students to create a resume reflecting their strengths and experiences. Now, portfolios are replacing the standard resume to best display students’ abilities and sample work. Demonstrates the importance of compiling a professional style portfolio. Students are shown ways to build a paper-bound portfolio and how to prepare an electronic portfolio. Designing tips and portfolio “must haves” help students assemble the best representation of themselves for future employers. 2004 ed. 17 SLIDES . . . . . . . . . . .$75

Cover Letters & Resumes (PowerPoint® CD) – CE 1118 The first step in applying for a job is presenting your resume, a daunting task to many students. Shows students that creating a resume and cover letter does not have to be intimidating, while still stressing the importance of these two documents. Proper formatting is also discussed and students will identify the steps needed to create these vital documents. 2009 ed. 30 SLIDES . . . . . . . . . .$95

Evaluating Applications & Resumes (PowerPoint® CD) – CE 1120 Every year, millions of people apply for jobs. Gives students specific real-world scenarios to aid in their understanding of the application and hiring process. Additionally, students will better understand what items to place on their resumes so they will be more likely to be hired when applying for a job. 2009 ed. 29 SLIDES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$85

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