Rip the resume : job search & interview power prep

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Title:

Rip the resume : job search & interview power prep

Author:

Ellis, Torin, author.

ISBN:

9780768941111

Edition:

First edition.

Physical Description:

xi, 96 pages ; 23 cm

General Note:

At head of title: Peterson's.

Contents:

Candidate foundation -- Resume deconstruction -- Big paper -- Stage one : reconnaissance -- Stage two : the interview -- Stage three : the close -- Give 'em that #boom -- Before we go ...

Subject Term:

Résumés (Employment)

Job hunting.

Employment interviewing.

Added Corporate Author:

Peterson's (Firm : 2006- )

Summary:

Infused with real-life examples, self-analysis exercises, and advice from an industry professional, Rip the Resume is more than a "how to write a better resume" book; it's a proven system designed to challenge job seekers to take complete control and responsibility during a job search. Follow a ground-breaking roadmap on your journey to becoming the candidate that employers are seeking-whether you are a millennial looking to launch an exciting and fulfilling career or an experienced individual exploring greater career opportunities. Rip the Resume provides the tools you need to transform yourself into the candidate that employers are searching for: Cutting-edge guidance for job seekers in any field; Vital resume deconstruction techniques to highlight important areas and downplay others to render a stronger document; Winning conversation strategies to make a lasting impression during the interview; Practical advice for using social media wisely, both in the job search and in building your personal brand.

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Peterson's Rip the Resume, authored by Torin Ellis, a well-known Human Capital Strategist, is a job search and interview power prep guide.

Infused with real-life examples, self-analysis exercises, and advice from an industry professional, Peterson's Rip the Resume is more than a "how to write a better resume" book; it's a proven system designed to challenge job seekers to take complete control and responsibility during a job search. Follow a ground-breaking roadmap on your journey to becoming the candidate that employers are seeking - whether you are a millennial looking to launch an exciting and fulfilling career or an experienced individual exploring greater career opportunities.

Peterson's Rip the Resume provides the following tools you need to transform yourself into the candidate that employers are seeking:

Cutting-edge guidance for job seekers in any field Vital resume deconstruction techniques to highlight important areas and downplay others to render a stronger document Winning conversation strategies to make a lasting impression during the important job interview Practical advice to help you use social media wisely, both in the job search and in building your personal brand.

"Get the edge you need!" is how a successful reviewer describes this highly effective job and interview power prep guide.

Author Notes

Torin Ellis is a human capital strategist, diversity maverick, and interview architect. As a recruiter and career development coach for over 18 years, Torin has performed thousands of search assignments and successfully placed hundreds of high-performing professionals in the $150k-$300k salary range. He conducts career development boot camps and group career coaching at colleges throughout the country, providing students with invaluable career strategies and consultation. Torin participated in and won the title of "Top Recruiter" in Season 4 of the Docufilm Series, Top Recruiter: Reign of the Bosses. The five-day competition featured six top recruiters representing both agency and corporate recruiting firms from around the world. Contestants faced different scenarios that challenged their business acumen, emotional position, presence, and situational intelligence. Torin currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Baltimore Robotics League and Urban Ed, Inc. He has been featured on NBC News and is a weekly contributor on The Karen Hunter Show on SiriusXM Urban View (Channel 126), presenting weekly career development vignettes.

Introduction
1 Candidate Foundation
Straight Talk	p. 1
Concept of P2	p. 3
Job Description	p. 5
#1 Secret to Introductions	p. 7
Mobile Makeover	p. 9
2 Resume Deconstruction
Scrap the Ugly Template	p. 15
3 Common Mistakes	p. 16
5 Adjectives	p. 19
39 Adverbs	p. 21
5 Accomplishments	p. 22
3 Big Paper
Professional Summary	p. 26
3 Vital Aspects of Reconstruction	p. 28
Colorful Language and Phrases	p. 30
Before and After Samples	p. 32
4 Stage One-Reconnaissance
Recon Websites	p. 56
Conversation Mapping	p. 58
Attitude Adjustment	p. 59
5 Stage Two-The Interview
Wealae	p. 63
Observational Logistics	p. 66
5 Sizzling Questions	p. 67
6 Stage Three-The Close
Caution Required	p. 71
Manners Are Important	p. 72
Follow Up	p. 73
7 Give 'Em that #Boom
Hashtags, Likes, and Posts	p. 75
Applicant Tracking Systems	p. 76
GitHub and About.me	p. 76
Keeping Up Appearances	p. 77
Basic Wardrobe Reference	p. 78
Gig/On-demand Economy	p. 80
8 Before We Go...
Biases and Diversity	p. 83
A Few Last Words	p. 86
Resources	p. 89
About the Author	p. 95
Notes	p. 97

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