Warrior Power Academy

There are 8 modules and 24 total lessons. The lessons are: 

Module 1: Welcome to How to write a Resume

In this module you will receive a welcome message from your instructor as well as  instructions  on how to navigate the course. 

Module 2: Why a Resume?

#1 What is a resume 

Your resume is your professional story. How you tell your story and the first impression you make while telling that story will be the key to moving forward to your NEXT level. 

#2 A resume is not

Understanding what a resume is NOT is critical to how you write your resume. There are certain things that should go on a resume and certain things that ABSOLUTELY should not. Understanding these do's and don’ts can be the catalyst to the next growth opportunity. 

#3 7 Reasons you need a resume

A resume is important for a number of opportunities, not just for individuals looking for jobs. Understanding how a resume can be used in all kinds of situations is important. 

 #4 Standard Resume Principles 

 There are certain things that employers expect for every candidate to show on their resume. If these basic principles are not known or are over-looked, chances are you will never get selected for the interview. On the other hand, knowing these principles can give you a competitive advantage. 

 #5 How important is a well written resume 

There used to be a time when you could walk into a company and ask to see the HR manager. Well, that time is long gone. Even before Covid, for security reasons people are not just allowed to come on the campus of an organization without being invited.

 So, how do these employers get your resume?  Today, they use a very advanced / data base that helps to weed out people that do not match the criteria.  These databases are the gatekeepers.  You must get past the gatekeeper before you get to talk to a human.   

 Module 3: Formatting your Resume

#6 How to organize your resume

There are keys to well written resumes? 

• Should you use paragraphs or bullet points? 
• What size font should be used?
• What type of font should be used? 

There are all lessons that some have learned, and some have not. Which can be reasons for rejection. 

 #7 What should be emphasized 

Presentation is everything. Learning how to market yourself even on paper is a key component to success. 

How you look on paper will determine if you ever get a chance to show who you really are and what you are capable of, in person.  

#8 Common Mistakes

Some mistakes are made simply due to the lack of knowledge. Some things  you say on a resume you may think is making you look good but in fact,  they can cause certain biases and prejudices. 

It’s important to know how much information to give and what can wait until the interview to share of needed at all. 

 Module 4: What’s included in a Resume

#9 Main Components of a resume

There are some main categories and components that should be included in your resume. In this module you will learn the main components of a resume as well as optional categories. The key is choosing which ones that will highlight your strengths. 

 #10 Preliminary research

Writing an effective resume is not as simple  as putting down your work experience. A lot of the work is done before you write a word. In this module you will learn  what  information you need before you start writing and where to go to get that information. 

 Module 5: Career Vs. Job

#11 Understanding the difference between a career and a job

What you are seeking can greatly impact how you write your resume and how you are viewed by the employer. In this lesson you will learn the differences between a job and a career and how you can figure out which stage you are in so you can write an effective resume. 

 Module 6: Let’s Write your Resume 

Finally, in this module you  are ready to write your resume. And I am ready to help you. 

You will go  through a step by process of writing your resume based on the principles learned earlier in class. 

In every lesson you will have an opportunity to get instructor feedback as you progress. 

 #12 Identification 

In this lesson you learn what to put and what not to put in this section. You will also  learn how to format this section of the resume. 

 #13 Writing your Branding Statement 

To be able to articulate your value to an employer you must know who you are and what you bring to the table. In this lesson we help you develop your branding statement. You will learn how to brand your self as well as how to write your own branding statement. 

 #14 Chronological Resume 

 In this lesson you will learn more about the reverse chronological resume and discuss whether this is the right resume style for you. 

 #15 Functional/Skills Resume 

In this lesson you will learn more about  a less traditional style of resume that can highlight your strengths and lessen your weaknesses. 

#16 Combination Resume and others...

In this lesson you will learn the  power of the combination resume as well as other resume styles that may best fit you in your job search. 

 #17 Work Experience 

While this may seem like a straightforward lesson. This section is where many mistakes are made on the resume , and the reason why your resume may not be selected. 

 #18 Skills gained from your work experience 

Simply put, if you don’t have the skills an employer is looking for you will need to gain those skills. There is no way around that. However, there are times when you might have the skills needed but simply do not know how to articulate them on your resume. This critical component can catapult your resume from the weeded-out pile to the top 10 pile and finally to the interview stage.  

#19 Key Contributions to Previous Employers

Employers are no longer just looking for your tasks or duties. They are looking for employees that can bring value to their organization. Discussing contribution and achievements can demonstrate that value to give you competitive edge even in the application stage. 

 #20 Education 

In this lesson you will learn what you should and should not put on your resume. We discuss several options that can demonstrate your educational qualifications even of you are applying for a different field than your education. 

Module 7: Giving yourself a Competitive Edge

For every job you are competing with hundreds of potential candidates. You will need every competitive advantage you can find. In this lesson you will learn additional tips on how to balance the scales and even tip the scale over in your favor. 

#21 Specialized Skills, Honors, Activities 

Here you will learn how to dig deeper to recognize  the value you have. 

#22 What not to put on your Resume 

Here you will learn additional lessons on  what not to put on your resume. Little things you may not catch at first but can make a world of difference to your employer. 

 Module 8: Bonus

#23 Customizing your Resume 

Here you will learn the many  benefits of customizing your resume. 

#24 Following Directions 

Finally, here we share the importance of following direction and how Employers weed out potential candidates through these little-known tactics.