《新视野英语教程(第三版)》教学资源book4Unit3SectionB选读.ppt

CONTENTS Introduction Questions and Answers The following questions are open-minded with no right or wrong answer. You should ask each other the questions and have a short discussion. 1.?What do you think is the importance of a resume? 2.?What do you think should be included in a resume? 3.?What’s your view about a successful resume? Intensive Reading One of the most important elements in a successful job search is your resume. A resume is a business document that outlines your work experience, education, and skills, on paper. An effective resume sells you; an ineffective one merely states facts about you. Your resume, then, should summarize your strongest skills and achievements. Para. 2 A resume does not tell your life story. Rather, it should describe important background data and experiences, highlight your major strengths and accomplishments, and reflect your ability to lead others, solve problems effectively, and be creative on the job. A resume should consider the needs of the reader－your potential employer－as well as your own successes and ambitions. Be brief. One page written with quality and precision will impress readers without wasting their time on unnecessary details. If, on the other hand, you have more than ten years of experience, a tworesume may be appropriate. Para. 3-5 It takes less than one minute for a potential employer to scan your resume. Thus, to be successful, your resume should reflect who you are, the businesses and environments you find attractive, and the career objectives you have established. You should take some time for self-assessment and job research prior to working on the first draft of your resume. Writing your resume  Focus: Whenever possible, elaborate on measurable accomplishments and achievements in your resume; do not merely list jobs held and duties performed. Your resume should show, through examples, how you could assist the company. Para. 67 Length: A oneresume with one or two signifi