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3. Employer Expectations

4. How many resumes will an employer receive for a single part-time position?

5. 100 - 200

6. BE COMPETITIVE! Resume Tips – Be concise/truthfulResume Tips – Be concise/truthful Research position for keywordsResearch position for keywords Demonstrate how you add value to the companyDemonstrate how you add value to the company Highlight relevant skills needed for the jobHighlight relevant skills needed for the job

7. The #1 reason that an application is not considered is because it was not filled out correctly?

8. Accuracy is one of the first things reviewed before they even look at your name!

9. Employers decide within 5 minutes if they want to hire you?

10. 30 seconds or less! You only get one shot at the FIRST impression!

11. Focus on making a good first impression with your appearance 

12. Why Interviews? Past behavior is the best indicator of future behavior (way you will perform on the job) PRACTICE INTERVIEWING – PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT USE EXAMPLES WITH POSITIVE OUTCOMES FOLLOW UP WITH A WRITTEN THANK YOU

13. It is important for me to ask questions during the interview?

14. Asking Questions shows initiative that you researched information about the company.

15. 9 things you should never wear to a interview: 1.Revealing Clothes 2.Too MuchJewelry 3.Baggy Clothes 4.Hat 5.Denim 6.iPod 7.Stained Clothing 8.Graphic T-Shirts 9.Flip Flops or Tennis Shoes Remember you need to meet the expectation of ADULTS not your friends in the interview process.

16. What About Drugs or Alcohol? Many employers require you to submit to a drug screening as a condition of employment. Employers’ also have the right to test you if they have suspicion. Accidents on the job because of impairment cost companies money... Remember there are 100-200 applicants wanting this position!

17. What About Tattoos & Piercings? Choice Wisely where you place a frog tattoo! You must meet your Employers’ Expectations and many workplaces prohibit visible tattoos and piercing – be prepared to cover them up or remove them.

18. CAN MY WORDS & ACTIONS ON SOCIAL MEDIA IMPACT MY EMPLOYABILITY?

19. Be careful what you post on social media! It could cost you your job. Source: www.careerrookie.com/.../CB-221-The-Real-World-8-Ways-to-Get-F... & http://www.businessinsider.com/twitter-fired-2011-5#ixzz1uX3jJtf4www.careerrookie.com/.../CB-221-The-Real-World-8-Ways-to-Get-Fhttp://www.businessinsider.com/twitter-fired-2011-5#ixzz1uX3jJtf4 Fired – For Post Badmouthing Clients Ashley Johnson, a former pizza waitress in North Carolina fired for complaining about customers on her Facebook. Fired – For Offense Tweet Comedian Gilbert Gottfried, voice of the Aflac duck made jokes about the Japanese tsunami on Twitter. Fired – For Posting Inappropriate Photos A high school teacher in Georgia forced to resign when her principal questioned her Facebook page, which included an expletive and photos of her holding wine and beer. "Thanks for eating at Brixx," she wrote, before using profanity and calling the customers, who were not identified in the post, "cheap." Japan is really advanced. They don't go to the beach. The beach comes to them.. Aflac is the largest insurance company in Japan.

20. Your Choices Today Define Your Future Choices about... Attendance at school Following the Rules Dressing Appropriately Being Respectful To Teachers & Adults Challenging Yourself At School Extra School Activities & Leadership Body Piercing & Tattoos Using Drugs Or Alcohol What You Say on Social Media

21. represent yourself well! Your Actions Create Your Brand.

22. Questions?