1. Interviewing Skills Mr. Sullivan Building Wealth

2. Job Market With 6% unemployment across the country, getting a job is harder than ever. It is crucial to set yourself apart from the crowd.

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4. Social Media’s Impact on Employment 37% of Employers Check Social Media Before Hiring – 65% do it to see if the job seeker presents himself or herself professionally – 51% want to know if the candidate is a good fit for the company culture – 45% want to learn more about his or her qualifications 89% of Job Seekers Use Social Media Daily/Weekly

5. Social Media’s Impact on Employment 34% of employers found content that has caused them not to hire the candidate. Reasons NOT to hire: 50% provocative or inappropriate photos 45% evidence of drinking and/or drug use 2% poor communication skills 2% bad mouthed previous employers 1% made discriminatory comments related to race, gender, or religion, or lied about qualifications

6. Social Media’s Impact on Employment 29% of hiring managers found something positive on a profile that drove them to offer the candidate a job.

7. Interviewing Tips Do your research about the organization

8. Interviewing Tips Have your “60 Second Commercial” prepared

9. “Sixty Second Commercial” Your 60-Second Commercial – You only have a few minutes to sell yourself to a prospective employer - how do you do it? – The 60-second commercial is a quick way to advertise your strengths, in a short span of time! – This tactic is ideal for when you meet employers. – Be sure to keep it career focused and avoid personal information (where you were born, your social security number, and date of birth, etc). Key Points – It's the answer to the question, "So tell me about yourself" – It's designed to position yourself and sell your most marketable skills – Serves as a summary of your background, strengths and accomplishments – May need to be customized for the target audience or what interests the audience Key Items for Inclusion – Number of years of experience – The kind of experience such as: management, marketing, sales etc. – Key skills and tasks such as it pertains to your goals: strategic planning, business generation and people development – Personality traits and characteristics that make you unique Where your Pitch is Used – Use in job interview – Use it in networking interviews – Use it at career fairs and employer information sessions – Use it in a cover letter

10. My 60 Second Commercial My name is Christopher Sullivan and I am applying for the business education opening at Holmen High School. I earned my bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Wisconsin La Crosse. After graduation, I accepted a job offer at Edward Jones Investments where I refined my communication and relationship-building skills, as well as my problem solving and time management abilities. While I thoroughly enjoyed my experiences there, and the relationships I built with my clients, their families, and my colleagues, an opportunity arose to work at a Sport’s Agency for a growing company in Las Vegas. Therefore, I accepted a position as an Account Executive with Poker Royalty in 2007. In my time there, I am proud of my accomplishments of signing endorsement deals for professional poker players and MMA Fighters. I believe the real world business experience I have gained over the past few years will prove to be invaluable as I enter the classroom. Although I know from student, parent, and administrator feedback that I possess the energy and enthusiasm to be a successful and life-long educator for many districts, I believe now is the right time that I seek employment in a district whose vision closely matches my own.

11. Your 60 Second Commercial My name is and I am applying for the position at your company. I am graduating from Holmen High School with a 3.7 G.P.A. In my time at Holmen High School I was involved in,, and. Being involved in these activities has taught me invaluable lessons such as hard work, being a team player, and time management. I plan on attending in the fall and am looking for a career that I can carry with me throughout college. After researching your company and understanding your mission statement includes, I am confident that my values match well with this position. Although I know I possess the skills to be a productive employee for many companies, I believe now is the time that I seek employment in a field that I will be majoring in college.

12. Interviewing Tips Be ready to answer broad questions, such as – "Why should I hire you?" – "Why do you want this job?" – "What are your strengths and weaknesses?"

13. Interviewing Tips Practice an interview with a friend or relative. Be well groomed.

14. Interviewing Tips Dress appropriately.

15. Interviewing Tips Do not chew gum or smoke.

16. Interviewing Tips Be about 10 minutes early. If you come too early, it shows desperation. If you come late, it shows you are irresponsible.

17. Interviewing Tips Use good manners with everyone you meet. Relax and answer each question concisely. Use proper English—avoid slang. Learn the name of your interviewer and greet him or her with a firm handshake.

18. Interviewing Tips Be cooperative and enthusiastic. Smile….it’s contagious. Use body language to show interest—use eye contact and don’t slouch.

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20. Interviewing Tips Ask questions about the position and the organization, but avoid questions whose answers can easily be found on the company web site.

21. Interviewing Tips Do not bad-mouth former employers or bosses. Don’t lie or embellish. If you don’t know something simply say, “I don’t know, but I am a willing learner.”

22. Interviewing Tips Always make “small talk” with the receptionist. They are the “gateway” to the boss! FORDFORD amily ccupation ecreation reams Do NOT talk about Religion Abortion Politics Economics

23. Interviewing Tips Also avoid asking questions about salary and benefits unless a job offer is made.

24. Interviewing Tips Leave your cell phone in your car.

25. Interviewing Tips Thank the interviewer when you leave and shake hands. Send a short thank you note following the interview.

26. What to bring Resume or application. Although not all employers require a resume, you should be able to furnish the interviewer information about your education, training, and previous employment.

27. What to bring References. Employers typically require three references. Get permission before using anyone as a reference. Make sure that they will give you a good reference. Try to avoid using relatives as references.

28. What to bring Transcripts. Employers may require an official copy of transcripts to verify grades, Alex Aakre coursework, dates of attendance, and highest grade completed or degree awarded

29. Top Ten Interviewing Mistakes 10. The applicant took out a hairbrush and began grooming herself during the interview.

30. Top Ten Interviewing Mistakes 9. Applicant smelled his armpits on the way in to the interview room.

31. Top Ten Interviewing Mistakes 8. The job seeker asked the interviewer for a ride home after the interview.

32. Top Ten Interviewing Mistakes 7. A guy who forgot dark socks to wear with his suit colored in his ankles with a black felt- tip marker

33. Top Ten Interviewing Mistakes 6. Candidate said she could not provide a writing sample because all of her writing had been for the CIA and it was "classified."

34. Top Ten Interviewing Mistakes 5. An applicant said she was a "people person" not a "numbers person" -- in her interview for an accounting position

35. Top Ten Interviewing Mistakes 4. Candidate told the interviewer he was fired for beating up his last boss

36. Top Ten Interviewing Mistakes 3. During a phone interview the candidate flushed the toilet while talking to hiring manager.

37. Top Ten Interviewing Mistakes 2. Applicant told the interviewer he wouldn't be able to stay with the job long because he thought he might get an inheritance if his uncle died - and his uncle wasn't "looking too good."

38. Top Ten Interviewing Mistakes 1. Candidate answered cell phone and asked the interviewer to leave her own office because it was a "private" conversation.