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The Buzzword Resume

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Job Search Video

"What You Need To Do Before You Interview"

If you think you're ready to interview, make sure you watch this video. There is one thing you can do that will build your interview skills ahead of time and set you apart at the interview. Preparation is key, but can only take you so far if you omit this one step. Learn what it is and how it will help you by watching our one-minute-video tip:

www.CollegeGrad.com/job-search-videos/what-you-need-to-do-before-you-interview.shtml

CollegeGrad.com features more than 60 job tips in one minute video format. Review them all at:

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Job Search Tip of the Week, by Brian Krueger, author of "College Grad Job Hunter," the #1 book for entry level job search:

"The Buzzword Resume"

Want to have a truly outstanding resume? Then get to know and use the buzzwords that apply to the job type or industry you are seeking. If you merely list the "features" of your background from a product-driven approach, you will most likely fail. Make sure you take a customer-driven approach and list what is important to your customer. What are the buzzwords? They are the industry or job-defined words and keywords that have special meaning to those within that particular industry or job type. Acronyms are used in almost every industry. Information systems is a prime example. To list the following under the Summary section of the resume of an Information Systems major would be entirely appropriate:

  • Developed C++ and .NET interfaces for SQL Server database.

Or within Supply Chain Management, the following might be an example:

  • Developed JIT Inventory Control system using A-B-C hierarchical FILO process.

Buzzwords solidify your standing as an insider. By using them correctly and in proper context, you communicate that you understand the terminology of the field and are able to speak the language fluently. In addition, most Internet and applicant tracking system resume searches are based on buzzwords or keywords. If you have properly included them, you will be found. If not, you may never surface. Note that the words do not have to be acronyms or technical specs to qualify as buzzwords. Every industry and job type has its own set of commonly used buzzwords. Get to know them via your course work, subscriptions to the leading industry trade magazines and/or membership in an industry trade association. Start to acquire the "language" of the field you are entering. Using buzzwords in resumes is just the start—you will find them used throughout the job search process and throughout your future career.

One final note on buzzwords—please do not use them simply because they "sound good" but do not actually apply or, even worse, you have no idea what they mean. Make sure you understand what the buzzwords really mean before using them. Proving your ignorance via inappropriate use of specialized terms quickly moves you into the "no interest" category when screening decisions are being made.

Next newsletter: "The Notables Resume Technique"

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Education Center

"Hot Industries: Science & Engineering"

From teaching to engineering, robust career opportunities always seem to await the technically or scientifically savvy. While the job market as a whole tends to fluctuate, there's no denying that there's a large societal push for newer, better, sleeker technology, not to mention biomedical breakthroughs. Areas such as civil, mechanical, electrical, and materials engineering are booming, and there's always a demand for qualified science teachers and professors.

Earning advanced degrees is always a boost to your resume, but it's particularly important in science and engineering. While many entry-level jobs require only a bachelor's degree, more lucrative positions typical require master's or doctorate degrees. This is particularly true for those hoping to become managers or find their niche in research and development. While a master's degree in a field like engineering management will boost advancement opportunities at cutting-edge companies and firms, a PhD can land you a position in a prestigious laboratory or university.

Browse Top Engineering Programs:

www.CollegeGrad.com/education/science-engineering

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- Job Search Book Online

There are at least two other entry level Web sites that offer books on job searching, proclaming that they will tell you everything you need to know about entry level job search.

However, there is a very important point about these books they don't mention up front: they cost money.

At CollegeGrad.com, we give you two things they don't:

  1. The #1 entry level job search book ("College Grad Job Hunter").
  2. It's free.

It's that simple. So don't buy the hype. Read the real information you need for FREE:

http://www.CollegeGrad.com/book

Don't ever pay for books or reports or resources of lower quality when you can access the very best quality information for free.

P.S. Yes, you can buy "College Grad Job Hunter" in hardcopy format as well at Amazon.com for $15 (actually, 30% off that price), but the online version is better. Why? Because the version at Amazon.com is being continually updated at CollegeGrad.com. So the most current version of the book is actually the online, free version.

Disclaimer: please note that all of the links were active as of the newsletter publication, but some may become inactive over time.


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