Professional Resumes and Business Communication

Erin·

Business Communication

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Grade Level12th Grade

SubjectBusiness Communication

Original Prompt

Create a professional slide deck for a lesson on Resumes and Business Communication. Include slides on high-impact action verbs, quantifying work experience, drafting a professional summary, and writing professional follow-up emails. Add interactive components for students to practice 'translating' weak job descriptions into strong ones.

This lesson guide focuses on the essential skills needed for effective business communication, particularly emphasizing the creation of professional resumes and the importance of tone in business writing. The guide outlines the duration of the lesson, required materials such as sample resumes, projectors, and laptops, and sets clear learning objectives aligned with educational standards. Activities include peer reviews, resume comparison, drafting professional summaries, and email etiquette, encouraging students to actively engage through polls and group discussions. It also highlights the significance of using strong action verbs and quantifying achievements in professional documents. Finally, the guide offers practical exercises to help students refine their written communication skills in real-world scenarios.