You’re Hired

Lana Craig Director of Student Outreach Services How to Get a Job and Keep a Job

Think about you and what you’d love to do forever. Be realistic – have to pay bills and raise a family. What are your skills, hobbies, subjects in school that you excel? What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?

Build a Resume

Name and contact information Work experience ActivitiesAwardsReferences What to Include….

Vocational/Technical 2 year Community College 4 year UniversityMilitary Whatever you’d like to be usually takes some education or on the job training. Education Needed

Research Companies of Interest Look online for companies that interest you. See what skills are needed and if you are qualified. Learn as much as possible before you go for an interview. Talk with others that work there.

Completing the Job Application

Interview Preparation Prepare questions to ask the interviewer. 1.These questions should be relevant to the job, employer, and organization. 2.Asking questions will help you make an informed decision about taking the job as well as display your interest in the position. Practice interviewing. 1.Ask a friend to be the interviewer. 2.Browse the Internet for frequently asked questions. 3.Be prepared for open- ended questions. 4.Prepare information from your past experiences that would relate to and benefit the position.

The Job Interview Dress appropriately. Be on time – have directions to the interview site. Bring extra copies of your resume. Be aware of body language. Give qualitative answers. Emphasize your strengths. Be honest. Ask questions. Remain calm. Close the job interview positively.

How to Act During an Interview Think positive. Be enthusiastic, interested, knowledgeable, and confident. Be aware of the questions the employer asks (don’t be too long winded). Watch your body language (beware of nervousness – project confidence). Take FEW notes. Think about the questions you ask. Achieve effective closure. Relate to the interviewer.

Send a handwritten or thank you note. Doing this shows that you have good business etiquette. This note should again thank the interviewer for his or her time and indicate your interest in the job. You should refer to specific points discussed during the job interview that focus on how you can contribute to the company. Observe the company culture if you get a second interview. Ask if you can spend time watching the activities of different employees. This will allow you to see if you fit with the company and if the environment is comfortable for you. Interview Follow-up If you think a handwritten note is too formal and old-fashioned for today’s job search world, all I can tell you is that we hear from hiring managers every day who tell us that a well-written and thoughtful thank-you note was the deciding factor between two capable candidates. You were well brought up, right? Do your parents proud and send off those thank-you notes. - Forbes

Use the information section to your advantage Display appropriate photos Censor your applications Post content carefully Social Media and Getting a Job

Basic math Problem solving / Critical thinking Verbal communication Teamwork Organizational skills What Businesses Expect from Employees

Have a good attitude Do your best on every job task Do your work in a timely manner Be cautious about using work time as personal time (phone, text, ) Dress appropriately (ironed clothes, brushed hair, clean fingernails) Be on time Once You’re Hired – Keeping Your Job

Organizational structure refers to the way that an organization arranges people and jobs so that its work can be performed and its goals can be met. Understand the Organizational Structure

Be a Leader Making the “correct” decision – maintain your values of what is right Seek input, opinions and feedback – balance Develop self confidenceBe humbleAdmit mistakes

Maintain a clean work environment Organize at the end of the day to be ready for the next Pay attention Workplace Etiquette Eliminate use of profanity Respect privacy of those around you Avoid office gossip sessions Manage conflict & stress Respect a diverse workforce

Workplace Etiquette, cont. Return messages ( s, calls, letters) Stay awake Practice good hygiene – but do it in private (brushing hair, flossing, etc.) Practice good posture Be respectful to all, no matter what their title

Be careful what is put in writing for you may be held responsible Organize important s needed for future reference s

Getting Organized Keep a calendar of all meetings and deadlines Maintain files Make use of organizing bins, shelving, trays Create a master to-do list each day

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