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As an experienced job seeker, there are certain tips, tricks, and techniques that one can use to maximize the Job Fair experience. Here are some successful ideas one can use to get to the next step. |
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| Author: Frank J Giudice |
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1. Relax; you’re going to do great today!
2. Before you go in, make sure that you have plenty of copies of your resume and a pad and pen to take notes. Be prepared to write down who you spoke to and what you talked about. When you write your follow-up letter, it will help them remember you.
3. Be ready for those pesky interview questions. You know they’re coming, so practice your answers.
4. Dress for success. When you look good, you feel good and that confidence will show! Men, shoes, dress slacks, a shirt and tie, are the bare minimum! Ladies, nice shoes, slacks or skirt (not cut too revealing), stockings, and a blouse (again, not too revealing). Keep the jewelry to a minimum; if you rattle when you walk, you’re wearing too much. Hair should be neat and combed\styled. And remember, the clothes are not for date night at the club, you want to look like a professional.
5. Look over the list of who’s going to be there and pick out your top 10! Do some research about the companies who’ll be there. If you know about any new products or services that the company is providing, it will help you stand out. Better to talk to the ones you’re really interested in.
6. What to do
a. Take & read any material on the table before you talk to someone. This will give you time to do additional research and to help you get any last minute hints.
b. Listen to the conversation to the person in front of you. You’ll hear the same questions and it will give you time to make your answers better.
c. Shake hands and talk to the person
d. Ask for an application if one is not offered.
7. Ask the right questions, see page 2 for samples. Prepare your top 5 and be sure to practice them. Try to ask a question like “what made you choose to work for this company and why do you stay?” This type of question will tell you loads about the corporate culture and future opportunities.
8. Make sure you get the business cards of the people you talk to.
9. Do what the others won’t. Send a follow up letter and a copy of your resume by Friday, so it arrives first thing Monday morning.
10. Be prepared to follow-up with a call on Wednesday. To get the job you want, you have to be consistent and persistent!
Remember, if you do what others won't, you'll get the results they don't. YOU CAN DO IT!
About Author
Frank J. Giudice is a graduate of Gannon University and has been teaching a variety of subjects for over 20 years. He is a certified Social Studies Teacher, Microsoft Office Master Instructor, and is currently teaching Job Readiness Skills for the Workforce Development Program at Essex County College. Mr. Giudice has taught students from middle school to adult learners in various settings and capacities, both public and private.In his current capacity as an adjunct at Essex County College, Mr. Giudice is the creative force behind the monthly department newsletter “Pieces of the Puzzle”, which deals with news and information about the job search process. There are articles about how to find the right career opportunity, writing effective self-marketing documents (the cover letter, resume, and thank you letter), interviewing skills and workplace etiquette.
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