Which of the following is the true function of the rsum? A) To ...

[oliviahorn72]

Which of the following is the true function of the rsum?
 
  A) To compel employers to hire you
  B) To compel employers to set up an interview with you
  C) To highlight skills and abilities needed to progress on the career ladder
  D) To impress the employer with industry specific buzzwords and jargon
  E) To list all your skills and abilities

Question 2

When seeking candidates, most employers will begin with employee recommendations, making networking an important tool in the job search.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

[jaymee143]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Planning an effective rsum starts with understanding its true functionas a brief, persuasive business message intended to stimulate an employer's interest in meeting you and learning more about you. In other words, the purpose of a rsum is not to get you a job but rather to get you an interview.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: TRUE
Explanation: Networking is more essential than ever, because the vast majority of job openings are never advertised to the general public. To avoid the time and expense of sifting through thousands of applications and the risk of hiring complete strangers, most companies prefer to ask their employees for recommendations first. The more people who know you, the better chance you have of being recommended for one of these hidden job openings.