How to Write Your Perfect Resume with Joanie Johnson, OTR/L, MPA-HA

<p><strong>How to Write Your Perfect Resume with Joanie Johnson, OTR/L, MPA-HA</strong></p> <p>Are going to apply for a new position or a new job?</p> <p>It is time to update your resume.</p> <p>Joanie shares tips on how to create or update your resume that will increase your chances of getting hired.</p> <p>Bonus: Tips on how to prepare for an interview.</p> <p><em><strong>In this episode:</strong></em><em><br> </em>02:25 – QOTD “Having a positive impact on people is more valuable than trying to impress them.”<br> 04:50 – Introduction of Joanie Johnson.<br> 06:25 – What does Joan do?<br> 07:05 – Where is she from and her qualifications?<br> 09:20 – How do we tailor our resume with our target position in mind? Decrease the chance of rejection?<br> 11:40 – It is very important to be strategic – show your relevant skills and experiences on your resume.<br> 12:15 – How long does it take for a hiring manager/talent acquisition to check on your resume?<br> 12:55 – What is an Application Tracking System (ATS)?<br> 16:40 – Print off the description and highlight the keywords and phrases and what they are looking for.<br> 17:25 – Be specific and give example on your resume.<br> 19:25 – What are <em>CAR (Challenge, Action and Results</em>) statements?<br> 21:05 – What is the difference between a Resume and Curriculum Vitae?<br> 22:35 – Optimize your LinkedIn – it is a great way to make connections.<br> 27:15 – Do we really need a cover letter? Is it important?<br> 36:30 – How can we project confidence during interviews?<br> 37:00 – Confidence starts with your resume.<br> 38:40 – A lot of clinicians don’t give themselves enough credit.<br> 41:20 – Joan talks about Behavioral Interview Coaching.<br> 42:45 – Tips on how to overcome nervousness before an interview.<br> 45:50 – What are the biggest challenges that therapists are facing and how can they turn it around?<br> 49:40 – There are still a lot of job opportunities out there and a lot of doors can still be opened. – Joan<br> 50:25 – Always remember the word <em>FAST</em