1. Teacher Instructions/ Pre-Unit Info Materials Needed for this unit:  Careers and Employment Note Packet  Index Cards or Individual White Boards  Career Assignment Worksheets  Resume Worksheet  Computer lab for the resume & cover letter creation  Email Worksheets or Scenarios  Thank you scenarios or self-made list of thank yous to be sent  Blank Thank You notecard for each student  Commonly Asked Interview Questions List  Interview Wars Scoresheets  Job I Want Sheets for Interview Wars

2. Suggested Scope for Unit (Based on 90 minute class periods) Objective A: Describe career opportunities in agricultural communication. Day 1: What are Agricultural communications career notes, formative assessment activity, assign agricultural communication careers for activity Pre Class Prep: Guided note packet copies, PPT, index cards or white boards for formative assessment available, career assignment copies, careers to choose from printed Day 2: Student research day Pre Class Prep: Computer Lab needed, extra career assignment worksheets Day 3: Student career presentations/Introduce Resume Guidelines No pre class prep Objective B: Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes. Day 4: Resume Notes, Cover Letter Notes, and Resume Worksheet Pre Class Prep: unit powerpoint pulled up, Copies of resume worksheet Day 5-6: Resume and Cover Letter Workdays Pre Class Prep: Computer Lab Needed Day 7: Emails and Thank you notes Pre Class Prep: print email worksheets or scenarios, print thank you scenarios or make your own list of real thank yous which need sent, get one blank thank you notecard for each student This slide included thanks to the awesome idea of Mr. Cash Williams

3. Suggested Scope for Unit (Based on 90 minute class periods) Objective C: Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills. Day 8: Interviewing Notes Pre Class Prep: check the embedded stepbrothers video or pull up clip, make copies of the commonly asked questions list Day 9-10: Interview Wars Pre Class Prep: Make Copies of Interview wars scoresheets and “Job I Want” papers, set up room This slide included thanks to the awesome idea of Mr. Cash Williams

4. AGRICULTURAL COMMUNICATION COURSE Careers and Employment in Agricultural Communications

6. Unit Objectives By the end of the unit, you should be able to:  Describe career opportunities in agricultural communication.  Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.  Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

7. What Careers are there in Agricultural Communications? Brainstorm!!!! List all the careers you can think of that would fall into the agricultural communication industry A. Describe career opportunities in agricultural communication.

8. What Careers are there in Agricultural Communications? 22 Million Jobs in agriculture  4.6 million production agriculturalists  9.6 million manufacturing, processing, transportation  3.5 million agricultural science  4.3 million agribusiness and agriculture communications A. Describe career opportunities in agricultural communication.

9. What Careers are there in Agricultural Communications? Agricultural communications careers can be hard to define, because there are so many possibilities within the industry Broad categories of careers in agricultural communications are careers in:  Public Relations  Marketing  Media A. Describe career opportunities in agricultural communication.

10. Marketing Careers Managing an agricultural product or service from development through sales A. Describe career opportunities in agricultural communication.

11. Public Relations Careers Managing public opinion Broken down into three general categories:  Publicity: changing and developing public opinion  Communications: managing client image  Training: coaching others to effectively handle the press A. Describe career opportunities in agricultural communication.

12. Media Careers Working in a journalistic field to investigate, analyze, and report information about agriculture Categories include:  Broadcast Journalism  Print Media  Graphic Design A. Describe career opportunities in agricultural communication.

13. What Careers are there in Agricultural Communications? (QUIZ) 1. Approximately how many careers are there in the US in agriculture? a. 53 Million b. 34 Million c. 22 Million d. 16 Million A. Describe career opportunities in agricultural communication.

14. What Careers are there in Agricultural Communications? (QUIZ) 2. Approximately how many careers are there in the US in agribusiness/agricultural communication? a. 14 Million b. 10.1 Million c. 8.3 Million d. 4.3 Million A. Describe career opportunities in agricultural communication.

15. What Careers are there in Agricultural Communications? (QUIZ) 3. The general categories of careers in agricultural communication are public relations, marketing, and ______. a. Economics b. Graphic Design c. Media d. Processing A. Describe career opportunities in agricultural communication.

16. What Careers are there in Agricultural Communications? (QUIZ) 4. Which broad category of agricultural communication careers is managing an agricultural product or service from development through sales? a. Business b. Marketing c. Media d. Public Relations A. Describe career opportunities in agricultural communication.

17. What Careers are there in Agricultural Communications? (QUIZ) 5. Which broad category of agricultural communication careers is working in a journalistic field to investigate, analyze, and report information about agriculture? a. Business b. Marketing c. Media d. Public Relations A. Describe career opportunities in agricultural communication.

18. What Careers are there in Agricultural Communications? (QUIZ) 6. Which broad category of agricultural communication careers is managing public opinion? a. Business b. Marketing c. Media d. Public Relations A. Describe career opportunities in agricultural communication.

19. What documents do you need to gain employment? Prepare BEFORE you want employment  Cover Letter: formal letter of introduction  Resume: listing of your skills and qualifications Prepare AS you want employment  Job application: company generated  Thank you letters: to those who helped in the process B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

20. What is a Résumé? Personal summary of your professional history and qualifications A résumé (also spelled “resume”) includes anything a person wants to express about:  Career goals  Education  Experience  Activities  Honors B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

21. General Guidelines Length: Limit résumé to one typed page Font: Arial or Times New Roman  Between 10-12 point font Paper: Use 8 1/2” x 11” 20 lb paper  White, light cream, or gray B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

22. Preliminary Resume Research Find out:  General job information  Desired qualifications and skills  Key values and word Look on:  Company website  Job advertisement  Any publications about the company (magazine articles, etc.) B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

23. What should I include in a Resume? B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

24. Contact Information Include:  Name  Permanent and/or campus addresses  Permanent and/or campus phone numbers  Email address B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

25. Contact Information Cameo Bohnino Campus Address: Permanent Address: 227 Harrison, Apt. 5 5226 Buckbridge West Lafayette, IN 47906 Fort Wayne, IN 46815 765.410.6283 260.482.670 cbohnino@purdue.edu Cell: 765.410.6283 B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

26. Contact Information Examples Cameo Bohnino 227 Harrison, Apt. 5 West Lafayette, IN 47906 765.410.6283 cbohnino@purdue.edu B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

27. Objective Statements Two different approaches to objective statements  Brief and to the point  Detailed description of desired position and qualifications You must decide which approach is best B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

28. First Approach: Brief To obtain a summer internship in sales/marketing at Owens Corning A full-time position as a system analyst A summer internship as a project engineer B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

29. A summer internship in a sales/marketing position at Owens Corning where I can employ my team building skills and versatility to create new ideas A full-time position as a systems analyst which will allow me to use my programming, technical writing, and supervisory skills to lead a group of dynamic employees A summer internship as a project engineer with a construction company that will utilize my experience in field engineering, cost controlling, and estimating Second Approach: Descriptive B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

30. Education Beginning with the highest level of educational achievement, include:  School attended  Classes related to job applying for  GPA (if 3.0 or above)  Date of program completion information B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

31. Bachelor of Science in Management December 2007 Purdue University, Krannert School of Management, West Lafayette, IN Minor: Marketing Current Overall GPA: 3.5/4.0 Education B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

32. Work Experience Include positions you have held which are related, in some way, to the job you are seeking  Can be both paid and volunteer positions Be creative with this section of your résumé by describing and emphasizing your experiences in the most relevant way possible. B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

33. Work Experience Server May 2003-June 2006 The Blu Tomato, Fort Wayne, Indiana - Provided customers with superior service and ensure their comfort in an upscale restaurant environment - Achieved net sales averaging between $400 and $750 a night Swim Coach Summers 2004-2005 Blackhawk Swim Team, Fort Wayne, Indiana - Improved the swimming skills of children ages 4-18 while encouraging the children to stay on task - Constructed line-ups for a competitive advantage at swim meets B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

34. Experience Purdue Athletic Promotions, West Lafayette, IN April 2004-Present Manager of Promotions for Purdue Swimming and Diving - Create and implement a promotional campaign to increase attendance at swimming and diving events - Design advertisements for newspapers, radio, and campus Blackhawk Swim Team, Fort Wayne, Indiana Summers 2004-2005 Swim Coach - Improved the swimming skills of children ages 4-18 while encouraging the children to stay on task - Constructed line-ups for a competitive advantage at swim meets B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

35. Purdue Equestrian Team Women in Business Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society Alpha Lambda Delta Phi Eta Sigma Boiler Gold Rush Team Leader School of Management Peer Mentor Activities, Honors, Volunteer Experience Include relevant activities, honors, and volunteer experiences B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

36. Action Verb List Action phrases will help you avoid being too brief and from understating your qualifications. Example:  Before: Planned activities  After: Planned arts and crafts activities for preschool aged children B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

37. Action Verb Activity Original Statement #1: “ Answered the phone and related messages” Original Statement #2: “Planned activities” Original Statement #3: “Made change” Original Statement #4: “Talked to customers” B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

38. What Is a Cover Letter? A cover letter expresses interest and qualifications for a particular position Personal but professional Tailored to position/company Explains how you fit with organization and how you will help them Expands main points from your resume “Sells” qualifications to the prospective employer B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

39. Stacy Lolkus 222 Harrison Dr Apartment 5 West Lafayette, IN 47906 765-450-7583 slo@purdue.edu October 16, 2006 Jenny Lock Uline — HR Recruiting Center 2105 S. Lakeside Drive Waukegan, IL 60085 Dear Ms. Lockridge: After speaking with Emily Richards about her past summer in the internship program, I am very interested in your Human Resources Summer Internship position. I worked with employee benefits this past summer and became very interested in the human resources aspect. I have obtained many leadership opportunities while working as a Business Writing Consultant Assistant Coordinator at Purdue’s Writing Lab that would be valuable in a career at Uline. As Business Writing Consultant Assistant Coordinator at Purdue’s Writing Lab, my primary role is to help train new tutors for the Writing Lab. I work directly with the Business Writing Coordinator teaching classes and participating in mock tutorials to allow students to obtain hands-on experience tutoring business documents. I also organize educational workshops to refresh the skills of current Business Writing Consultants. My position as a Boiler Gold Rush Team Leader also challenged me to use my enthusiastic personality to motivate incoming freshmen to be involved in campus activities. As a Human Resources Intern at Uline, I could use all of these leadership skills while learning more about recruiting and hiring practices. Thank you for considering me for this position. I would love to discuss these and other qualifications with you. If you have any questions, please call me at 765-450-7583 or e-mail me at slo@purdue.edu. Sincerely Stacy Lolkus, Stacy Lolkus Enclosure: Résumé Student Address Date Salutation Middle Paragraph Employer Address First Paragraph Conclusion Closing What is Included in a Cover Letter?

40. Header Make sure you address the letter to a specific person if possible (preferably the interviewer) Your Name Your Street Address City, State, Zip Code Date Name of Contact Person Title Organization Street Address City, State, Zip Code Dear Ms., Mr., Dr., (etc): B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

41. More Examples Date Name of Contact Person Title Organization Street Address City, State, Zip Code Dear Ms., Mr., Dr. (etc): October 4, 2006 Stacy Lo CEO Lo Labs 300 State St. Chicago, IL, 60611 Dear Ms. Lo: B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

42. First Paragraph Purpose: Get the reader’s attention Introduce yourself Explain purpose of letter Explain why interested in the position or the company  Culture?  Approach? Explain how you will help the organization Preview the rest of the letter B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

43. After speaking with Emily Richards about her past summer in the internship program, I am interested in your Human Resources Summer Internship position. I worked with employee benefits this summer and became interested in the human resources aspect of the position. In addition to the leadership opportunities I obtained while working as a Business Writing Consultant Assistant Coordinator for Purdue’s Writing Lab, I have also developed my communication skills during my summer internship. I believe my skills will help your Human Resources department maintain its excellent track record. B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

44. Middle Paragraphs Highlight skills and benefits to the company Emphasize interest in the company Provide concrete evidence  Show don’t tell (use information from resume)  Include specific, credible examples of qualifications for the position Begin paragraphs with topic sentences B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

45. As a banking representative at Chase, I provided quality customer service while promoting the sale of products to customers. I also handled close to $20,000 each day and was responsible for balancing the bank’s ATM machine. My experience with customer relations and money management can help your accounting firm expand its Middle East division located in Dubai. B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

46. Conclusion Conclude with next step Provide contact information I would like to discuss these and other qualifications with you to further explain how I can contribute to your Middle East operations. I look forward to meeting you soon. If you have any questions, please call me at 555-555- 5555 or e-mail me at abcd@purdue.edu. B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

47. Closing Formats Sincerely, Simon Smith Enclosure: Resume Sincerely, Simon Smith 5886 Tunbridge Crossing Fort Wayne, IN 46815 ssmith@purdue.edu Enclosure: Resume B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

48. Look for: Language: Weak Language: I worked as a ramp agent at Comair. Strong Language: As a ramp agent, I assisted in loading baggage, oversaw fueling the aircraft, and stocked commissary items on the aircraft. B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

49. Extra Tips Unprofessional language Length  Letter should only be one page Strongest and most relevant qualifications should be highlighted  Limit to a few qualifications Easy to read  Begin with topic sentences B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

50. Extra Tips Appeal to company values, attitudes, goals, projects, etc. Explain how you will help organization Elaborate on the information in your resume Provide evidence of your qualifications Proofread carefully for grammatical and typographical errors B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

51. What should I put in MY Cover letter and resume? Find your strengths Analyze your accomplishments Identify your skills Take a few moments to complete the “Resume Worksheet” B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

52. Activity Now its your turn! Create a resume which is current, and write a cover letter for a job that you currently possess the skills for. B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

53. Why is writing a professional email important? Approximately 294 billion email messages are sent per day! That means more than 2.8 million emails are sent every second and some 90 trillion emails are sent per year. Around 90% of these millions and trillions of message are spam and viruses. There are around 1.9 billion registered email users worldwide Source: 2010 Radicati Group Technology market research firm B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

54. Why is writing a professional email important? Knowing how to write a professional email is essential in today’s world The biggest mistake when sending a professional email is being too casual! B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

55. How Do I Send a Proper Email? Begin with a greeting  Formality based on your relationship with the recipient Thank -or- State your purpose  The second line of the email should be a thank you for something previously done by the recipient -OR-  a clear statement of the purpose for sending the email. Closing Remarks  Be courteous, thank them in advance for action (“thank you for your consideration”), or give an idea of their next action (“I look forward to hearing from you”) B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

56. How Do I Send a Proper Email? End with a Closing  The same type of ending you would in a formal letter (i.e. Sincerely, Best regards, then include your name (even if it is in the signature line) B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

57. What are the Biggest Email Mistakes? Being TOO casual Not proofreading and/or spell checking  DO BOTH!!! Rambling  Most readers will not read an email more than 12 lines long Having an unclear purpose  The reader should know why the email was sent within the first 3 sentences Having an unprofessional signature line or address  Your PROFESSIONAL email should be straightforward. hotlindseybabe4@gmail.com is not nearly as likely to be taken seriously as lindseywilson42@gmail.com hotlindseybabe4@gmail.comlindseywilson42@gmail.com  Its ok to think that “Powerstrokes RULE!!!” not cool to have it on a professional email signature B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

58. Proper Emailing Activity Using the email scenario you draw, please draft and send an email that follows the proper emailing guidelines. Your score will be based on:  Proper greeting 5 pts.  Thank you/Clearly stating purpose10pts  Closing remarks5 pts  Grammar, punctuation, spelling10 pts Total30pts B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

59. Why should I write thank you notes? People who send thank you notes after an interview are up to 1/3 more likely to be hired – www.monster.com www.monster.com Studies show that people who express gratitude are more likely to live longer and have better health – The Wall Street Journal It’s the RIGHT THING to do!!! B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

60. How do I write a great thank you note? Step 1: Greet the recipient Dear Aunt Sally,Mr. Smith, B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

61. How do I write a great thank you note? Step 2: Express Your Gratitude  Note: always list the SPECIFIC thing you are thankful for, unless its cash! Dear Aunt Sally, Thank you for the new slippers. Mr. Smith, I appreciated the opportunity to meet with you yesterday regarding an internship. B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

62. How do I write a great thank you note? Step 3: Discuss Use Dear Aunt Sally, Thank you for the new slippers. They will be great to keep my feet warm on chilly Utah evenings. Mr. Smith, I appreciated the opportunity to meet with you regarding the open sales position. After speaking with you, I am confident that I can fill the company needs. B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

63. How do I write a great thank you note? Step 4: Mention the past, allude to the future Dear Aunt Sally, Thank you for the new slippers. They will be great to keep my feet warm on chilly Utah evenings. It was wonderful to see you and catch up on how your children are doing. I look forward to seeing you again soon! Mr. Smith, I appreciated the opportunity to meet with you regarding the open sales position. After speaking with you, I am confident that I can fill the company needs. As I mentioned in the interview, I am excited for a summer internship. If I can provide you with any additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact me. B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

64. How do I write a great thank you note? Step 5: Grace (optional on professional thank yous) Dear Aunt Sally, Thank you for the new slippers. They will be great to keep my feet warm on chilly Utah evenings. It was wonderful to see you and catch up on how your children are doing. I look forward to seeing you again soon! Thank you again. Mr. Smith, I appreciated the opportunity to meet with you regarding the open sales position. After speaking with you, I am confident that I can fill the company needs. As I mentioned in the interview, I am excited for a summer internship. If I can provide you with any additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact me. B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

65. How do I write a great thank you note? Step 6: Regards Dear Aunt Sally, Thank you for the new slippers. They will be great to keep my feet warm on chilly Utah evenings. It was wonderful to see you and catch up on how your children are doing. I look forward to seeing you again soon! Thank you again. Love, Billy Mr. Smith, I appreciated the opportunity to meet with you regarding the open sales position. After speaking with you, I am confident that I can fill the company needs. As I mentioned in the interview, I am excited for a summer internship. If I can provide you with any additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, William L. Jensen B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

66. Thank You Note Activity Using your thank you note scenario, please hand write a thank you note to the recipient. Your score will be based on:  Proper greeting 5 pts.  Expressing Gratitude5 pts  Discussing Use5 pts  Mention the past, allude to the future5 pts  Grace and Regards5 pts  Grammar, punctuation, spelling5 pts Total30 pts B. Write appropriate personal correspondence related to employment including: résumés, cover letters, Emails, thank you notes.

67. Why are Interview Skills Important? Statistically, employers are 70% more likely to hire a less qualified candidate that interviews well than a more qualified candidate who interviews poorly. (www.forbes.com) (So, no pressure or anything) C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

68. What Should You Do Prior to the Interview? Research the company  Google the person you will interview with  Know exactly what the position is and how you can help the company Make copies of resume and cover letter Time how long it will take you to drive to the interview C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

69. What Should You Do Prior to the Interview? Select the appropriate wardrobe  Keep jewelry to a minimum  Dress one step nicer than the daily outfit for working in that position  It’s ok to be professional AND yourself  http://pinterest.com/panashstyle/alternative-job-interview- attire/ C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

70. What Should You Do Prior to the Interview? Practice answering questions!!!!  Make sure you are ready to give the best answer to all types of questions Types of questions  Direct Questions- ask for information  What is your biggest strength?  Scenario Questions- ask for examples  Tell me a time when you resolved a conflict with a coworker.  Questions YOU ask  When do you anticipate making a decision? C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

71. What questions cannot be asked in an interview? Employers should not ask about any of the following, because to not hire a candidate because of any one of them is discriminatory:  Race  Color  Gender Association/Sexual Orientation  Religion  National origin  Birthplace  Age  Disability  Marital/family status C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

72. How do I Answer an Interview Question? Restate the question  Ex. If the question is: “What skills do you have?” the answer should begin with a restatement “The skills I have include...” Give enough info but don’t ramble  The best answers are typically 15-30 seconds per question Use a strong voice  Not too fast or too quiet  Avoid filler words like “um” “aaahh” or “er” Use confident body language  Maintain eye contact  Don’t fidget  Sit up tall Be sincere C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

73. Your turn to practice!!! With a partner, refer to the common interview questions handout Take turns asking and answering the questions Give your partner pointers on  Restating the question  Giving enough info without rambling  Using a strong voice  Using confident body language C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

74. What Should You Do the day of the Interview? Arrive 10-15 minutes early  Find a restroom and freshen up Turn OFF your phone  Even on vibrate it can disrupt the interview Go in calm SMILE C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

75. What Should You NOT Do During the Interview? C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

76. What should you do DURING the interview? First Impression What to doHow to do it Initiate conversation politely Smile, be polite, greet the interviewer and give them your name Wait to be asked to sit, or ask them if you can be seated Clearly introduce yourself Give them your name using good voice Have confident body language Use great posture, make and keep eye contact C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

77. What should you do DURING the interview? Make a Connection What to doHow to do it Show interest in the interviewer and company Tell them things you know about the company (from pre-research) Find commonalities Show them that you like the same things or know the same things as the company/person Ask questions Look for opportunities to ask about the company or position Be positive Make positive comments about the company or person, without flattery C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

78. What should you do DURING the interview? Conclusion What to doHow to do it Exchange contact information Make sure they know how to get in contact with you, ask for their business card Ask about follow-up options Ask what you should do next in the process Thanks and exit Thank them and leave with a smile C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

79. CDE Moment- Job Interview FFA has a competition to test your ability to present yourself for a job. Competition includes:  Resume scoring  Cover letter scoring  Initial job contact  Job applications  Interview and follow-up skills  Networking activity Now that you have all the skills required, ask your ag. teacher about competing in the CDE!!! C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

80. Activity- Interview Wars You will be split into two groups, group A & group B Each of these groups will be split into 2 more groups (1 & 2) so you will have a letter and a number You will take turns interviewing and being interviewed by members of your group Scores will be averaged and the winners of each group will compete in a finals round C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

81. Activity- Interview Wars Scoring- (adapted from National FFA Job Interview CDE) C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

82. Activity- Interview Wars Setup  On the back of your worksheet, think up the 5 questions you want to ask when you are the interviewer  Fill out the “Job I Want” paper. This is the job you will give to the interviewer before your interviewer C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.

83. Activity- Interview Wars Round 1:  If you are a #1 (in group A or group B), set up 2 chairs facing each other. You will be interviewing first  If you are a #2 (in group A or group B), come to the “holding area” you will be interviewed first  You will rotate through the members of your group, until you have interviewed with each one Round 2  The roles will reverse and the #2 people will interview the #1 people C. Explain and practice effective job interviewing skills.