MAA CHAP 10

Chronological Resume

Focuses on a persons employment history; resume format that lists a person’s work experience with the most recent job first

cover/application letter

sent with a job application; gains readers interest

eportfolio

digital collection of material showing a person’s skills, experiences, and accomplishments.

functional resume

format that focuses on skills and experience rather than work history

hidden job markets

positions not advertised pubilicy

keywords

terms relevant to a job description

personal reference

support from someone who can vouch for the candidates skills, but not a former employer.

plain-text resume

simple text without special formatting

power words

action-oriented words used to emphasize skills

professional reference

reference from a previous employer or colleague with credibility

scannable resume

designed to be easily read by humans and applicant tracking systems

shoulder resume

resume created to show specific skills

visible job markets

job openings advertised and accessible to the public

networking

the exchange of information with other in your field

Job Boards

websites where employers post job openings