Get a Good Job
by RBLawrence
Getting a job now is harder than ever do to the poor economical conditions in the country. Don’t give up! There are jobs available for you. Here are a few sure fire tips that will help you reach that goal ahead of the pack. Certain jobs will not require all this preparation so.
Job Search – Tips this might be the most important phase of the employment process. Without a tentative employer there is no need to worry about the interview or resume. Where to Look:
1. Previous employers, acquaintances, friends and family and word of mouth.
2. Unemployment Office and Library
3. Local and close by big city newspapers.
4. Job placement companies which are temporary extended term or permanent.
5. Some larger companies have an employment site to job search.
6. Internet sites – networking, blogs, twitter, my face, social book marketing, etc and job surfing search web sites. This gives you the best options but with relocation a high probability.
Resume-Tips A perfect resume does not have to cost a bunch of money.
1. State your goals in a decisive manner along with where to work and type of job preferred.
2. Simply start with your strongest point, one or two outstanding skills and your education, training, and any relevant awards.
3. E-mail is faster and more professional so send your resume and cover letter in the body of the e-mail in a quicker fashion. Take 2 copies to interview.
4. Write existing and new resumes in Notepad or Simple text to format 1″ left margin, 3″ right margin, text flush left with Courier font 12 pt., double space between sections, use bullets instead of asterisks and use caps to emphasis not bold.
Prepare for the interview-Tips A check list to follow to assist your pre-interview process:
1. Surf their web and get knowledge about the products or services of the potential Employer.
2. Personal and on line research is needed to discuss the job description and companies overall makeup.
3. Casually visit the employer’s office to check out the atmosphere and working conditions for an insight into the job if you do not know any employees.
4. Emphasis experiences that best fit the requirements of this job in your resume.
5. A past job list of successes will help you talk assertively about your resume and experiences.
6. Clear your schedule of any other commitments, leave early and be able to stay later than scheduled if necessary without a conflict of another appointment.
7. Receptionist can tell you the interviewer’s name and pronunciation so get there early and personalize the interview.
8. The cell phone is turned off before the meeting to show the interviewer you are only concentrating on the job position.
Interview-Tips Dress and act appropriately for the position you are applying for.
1. Your experiences, work ethics and track record will be discussed in great detail so be prepared.
2. Be nice and courtesy to all you meet especially the interviewer.
3. A people person and problem solver are traits you want to emulate.
4. Pay attention but relax and be at ease with taking a calculated chance when needed.
5. Thank them for the opportunity to discuss the job position.
6. A thank you follow up call or e-mail after the interview is a positive.
Follow these tips and you will be successful.
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