Resume Bullet Builder: Craft Your Impact!

Your resume is your chance to show off what you can do! Instead of just listing responsibilities, we want to highlight your achievements. Use the formula: Action Verb + Task + Result

Part 1: Deconstruct an Example

Let's break down a strong resume bullet:

Original: Coordinated three major school events for 200+ students, resulting in a 15% increase in attendance and positive feedback from staff.

1. Action Verb: What is the strong verb starting the sentence?
   
   
   
   

2. Task: What specific action or duty was performed?
   
   
   
   

3. Result: What was the positive outcome or impact of your action?
   
   
   
   

Part 2: Brainstorm Your Experiences

Think about a time you:

• Completed a school project
• Participated in a club or sports team
• Volunteered for a cause
• Helped out with responsibilities at home
• Worked a part-time job or internship

Describe the experience briefly:

What did you do in this experience? (Tasks)

What was the positive outcome or impact? (Results)

Part 3: Build Your Own Power Bullet!

Now, combine your ideas into one powerful resume bullet using the Action Verb + Task + Result formula. Look for a strong action verb (e.g., Developed, Managed, Created, Implemented, Analyzed, Organized, Led, Facilitated).

My Power Bullet:

Part 4: Peer Feedback (Swap with a partner!)

Partner Name: _________________________

1. Does the bullet start with a strong Action Verb?

   • Yes / No
   • If no, suggest a stronger verb:
     
     
     
     

2. Is the Task clear and specific?

   • Yes / No
   • If no, how could it be more specific?
     
     
     
     

3. Is there a clear Result or positive outcome? (Bonus points for numbers!)

   • Yes / No
   • If no, what result could be added?
     
     
     
     

4. Overall feedback (what you liked, what could be improved):
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Interview Lightning Round Prompts

Teacher Script & Prompts for 20-Second Responses

(Teacher): "Alright everyone, welcome to the Interview Lightning Round! In real interviews, sometimes you have to think fast and give a concise, impactful answer. We're going to practice just that. I'm looking for clear, brief responses – aim for about 20 seconds. If you were a superhero, this would be your 'power punch' answer!"

"We're going to split into small groups. One person will be the 'interviewer' and ask a question, and another will be the 'candidate' and answer. Then you'll switch roles. I'll call out the prompts."

Round 1: Tell Me About Yourself (Quick Version)

(Teacher Prompt): "Candidate 1, your first question is: 'Tell me a little about yourself and what you're passionate about.' Remember, 20 seconds!"

• (Teacher Note): Listen for a brief introduction and one or two genuine interests. Encourage them to connect it to skills if possible, but keep it light for the first round.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Round 2: A Challenge You Faced

(Teacher Prompt): "Excellent! Candidate 2, it's your turn. Your question is: 'Describe a time you faced a small challenge or problem, and how you handled it.' Focus on your action and the outcome."

• (Teacher Note): Look for problem-solving skills and a positive resolution. It doesn't need to be a huge challenge, just something they navigated.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Round 3: Teamwork (or Individual Work)

(Teacher Prompt): "Great job! Candidate 3, here's your prompt: 'Do you prefer working alone or as part of a team? Give a quick example of why.'"

• (Teacher Note): Encourage them to highlight their strengths in either scenario, providing a brief, specific example.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Round 4: Why Are You Here?

(Teacher Prompt): "Fantastic effort, everyone. For our last quick round, let's imagine you're applying for something specific. Candidate 1 (again), your question is: 'Why are you interested in this opportunity/role/class?' (They can choose any opportunity they can imagine, even a hypothetical one.)"

• (Teacher Note): Encourage them to express genuine interest and briefly link their skills or aspirations to the opportunity.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

(Teacher): "Time! Excellent effort in thinking on your feet and delivering quick, impactful responses. This skill will serve you well in many situations!"

Exit Ticket: My Power Verb!

Name: _________________________

Date: _________________________

Think about all the action verbs we discussed today for powerful resume bullets and interview answers.

1. What is ONE power action verb that you would want to use on your resume or in an interview?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. Why did you choose this verb? How does it make you sound more impactful or skilled?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Bonus: Write a quick sentence using your power verb about something you did recently!