resume and cover letter.pptx

1. RESUME WRITING
AND COVER LETTER
BY HIMANSHU KUMATIYA

2. TOPICS TO BE COVERED
• What is a resume?
• Example of a resume
• How to write a resume
• What is a cover letter?
• How to write a cover letter
• Example of a cover letter

3. WHAT IS A RESUME?
• A resume is a formal document that provides an overview of your professional
qualifications, including your relevant work experience, skills, education, and notable
accomplishments. A resume helps you demonstrate your abilities and convince
employers you’re qualified and hireable.
• A great resume can capture the attention of a recruiter or hiring manager and help
you stand out from other applicants.
• If you’re applying for a job, you need at least a resume to be considered for the
position.

4. On a base level, a resume is made up of the following five parts:
• Introduction
• Contact details
• Educational background
• Work history
• Relevant skills

6. HOW TO WRITE A RESUME
1. Cover all the basics
• Contact information
• Relevant work and volunteer experience
• Relevant educational degrees or certifications and/or licenses
• Relevant skills
2. Explore other resumes for inspiration
It can be useful to see how other people have written about their skills and experiences. This is a
great way to uncover stronger ways to describe your credentials and to avoid overused words.

7. 3. Use as few words as possible
• Employers need to quickly understand your work experience. Format your experience as a
list of short, scannable statements, rather than writing out dense paragraphs.
4. Quantify your accomplishments whenever possible
• Numbers and data bring your work experience to life and help hiring managers envision
the potential impact you could have in their organization. When you can, back up your
achievements with real data to boost your credibility and add informative detail to your
resume.

8. 5. Use keywords that employers are using in their job descriptions
Hiring managers want to see that you can speak their language and know the language that’s
commonly used in their industry. When they see their own keywords mirrored back to them in
your resume, it reinforces the idea that you’re a strong candidate for the role.
6. Proofread several times to catch typos and misspellings
Unfortunately, a single typographical or spelling error is sometimes enough to get your
resume discarded early in the game. Proofread your resume multiple times, doing a thorough line-
by-line, word-by-word edit.

9. WHAT IS A COVER LETTER?
• A cover letter is a detailed document that shows hiring managers your desire for a
particular job. It is an opportunity to demonstrate more of your personality than you
can on your resume. Throughout the letter, you can discuss specific items listed in the
job description and how your skills and experience match those requirements.
• Cover letters are often optional, so sending one with your resume can show your
eagerness to get the job. Including a cover letter when a company doesn’t require one
lets your future employer know that you aim to exceed their expectations, which could
make you a more desirable candidate. An exception to this is if the application
specifically notes not to include a cover letter, in this case you should follow the
employer’s directions.

10. Make sure to include these items in your cover letter:
• Heading
• As with other professional letters, the heading of your cover letter should include your name, your
address, the date and the recipient’s contact information.
• Greeting
• Introduce the letter with a professional greeting. If you know the name of the intended recipient,
you can use a title like “Mr.,” “Ms.” or “Dr.,” followed by their last name. If the job posting does not
specify a company contact, you can use “Dear Hiring Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager.”

11. • How you found the job
• Letting your potential employer know where you found the position will help them in future hiring
efforts. For instance, if the company used a recruiting website, mentioning the posting in your cover
letter will show them they can find qualified candidates through that resource.
• How you will contribute to the organization
• Listing your goals for the position shows your potential employer that you understand the expected
duties. Try to create objectives that align with the company’s mission statement to demonstrate you
can be a vital part of the team.
• Your goals for future contact
• Stating that you wish to set up an interview will show the recipient you’re interested in proceeding
to the next step of the hiring process.

13. THANK YOU