1. Chapter 11 Finding a Job

2. Key terms Resume’ References Portfolio Job leads Networking Cover letter compensation packet

3. Objectives Prepare documents for a job search Compare ways of finding job leads Demonstrate how to complete a job application Propose strategies for a successful job interview Describe how to evaluate a job offer

4. Matching Resume’ Portfolio Networking Cover letter References Compensation package Job leads Info about job openings Pay and benefits offered Name of contacts employers may call Using personal contacts to find a job Summary of education, skills, experience, etc Work samples Brief letter

5. Plotting Your Job Search Find Job Leads Compile a Portfolio Evaluate Job Offer Interview for a job Prepare resume’ Follow up on Interview Prepare For Interview Accept or reject the offer

6. Resume writing Typically one page include an employment objective Start with the most recent and work backward Focus on strengths Make sure everything is accurate and honest If you’ve never been employed, highlight volunteer work, school activities, neighborhood jobs.

7. Compiling a Portfolio Work samples Resume’ List of references Letters of recommendation-former employers Award certificates Relevant information

8. Finding Job Leads Networking School Resources Printed Ads Internet Resources Employment Agencies

9. Applying for a Job Cover letter Application Prepare for the interview Make a positive Impression Answering and Asking Questions Discussing Pay and Benefits Following up

10. Interviews-Positive impression Arrive on time, or even a little early Be friendly, but businesslike Sit up straight Speak clearly; don’t mumble Maintain eye contact Think positively about yourself Speak positively about yourself

11. Practice! Brainstorm a list of 10 tough questions that an interviewer might ask. Then write down answers that you think would make a good impression. Practice them. How can the process of preparing this list increase your chances of a successful interview?

12. Mock Interviews With a partner, choose an advertised job opening. Work separately to research the company and develop interview questions. Take turns playing the job candidate and interviewer. Evaluate your own and your partner’s performance as the candidate.

13. Exit Card List categories included on a resume’ Arriving late for an interview is always excusable and will leave a good impression T/F Outline 5 tips for a good resume’ Outline the basic strategies for a successful job interview

14. Thinking Critically What does networking involve? How might it help you find a job? Why is it good to research a company before you go there for an interview? Give three examples that would give a positive impression at an interview.