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Finding a Job: It's a Lot Like Dating
by Brad Karsh: President and Founder, JobBound
Although the task of finding a job may seem too tough to tackle, it’s really quite simple when you compare it to one of your favorite pastimes: dating.
Just like burping out the alphabet or talking to your ex at the dinner table are sure-fire ways to blow a date, there are some things you just don’t want to do when trying to find a job. I found that if you apply these dating guidelines to the job search, you’re sure to find a dream job that’s a perfect fit for you.
- Don't be afraid of rejection.
It’s going to happen. You have to kiss a lot of frogs to find a prince/princess. Just like dates, there will be some companies that just aren’t that into you. Don’t get discouraged; the right one is sure to come along. Rejection is just part of the game. - Don't use the same old line.
“Do you have a map? Because I am getting lost in your eyes.” It’s been done before! Just like a good pick-up line, a cover letter should leave the recruiting director begging to know more. No one is going to read a four paragraph version of your resume. For your cover letter, short, catchy, and non-cheesy is the best way to go. - Don't tell them what you think they want to hear.
Just like a smart date, recruiting directors can see through your answers that are too good to be true. Your date won’t buy the fact that for fun you save baby whales from haphazard environments, just like the recruiting director won’t buy the fact that being a perfectionist is your worst “weakness.” - Don't be a stalker.
There is a fine line between being persistent and being a stalker. If the recruiting director hasn’t gotten back to you, don’t call every 5 minutes and then hang up. They probably have caller ID, and they’re officially scared of you. After calling once, leave them a message telling them how to reach you. - Don't always listen to your mom.
Just because your mom says the blue sweater makes you look handsome, doesn’t mean you should wear it on your first date. When it comes to resumes and interviews, your parents mean well, but they don’t always give you the best advice. However, as a student, you have access to an amazing resource - the Career Center! From helping you find jobs and internships to assisting you with resume writing and interviewing skills, your Career Center is an amazing resource.
If you keep these tips in mind, the job search won't be half as grueling. Graduation will be here before you know it, and you want to make sure you’re ready when the right company comes along.
Something New Called Focus 2!
Focus 2 is a new program here with Career Services! We are very excited about it.
It helps you decide what your major should be!
OR if you have a job you want it tells you what major would be best!
FOCUS-2 is a self-guided, online career and education planning tool for use by college students. It will enable you to assess your interests, values, skills, personality, and aspirations as they relate to careers and college majors. FOCUS-2 is designed to help you choose the best major for you and explore occupations that match your profile. Students who use FOCUS-2 make better decisions about their goals and plans and learn how to manage their careers.
Be sure to check it out today!
Mentor Program!
The time is almost up to sign up for the Mentor Program! The deadline is 10/23!
The Mentor Program allows you to be paired up with a professional in your field of interest and shadow them at their place of business. It’s a great way to network and decide if that career is right for you!
Sign up today!
Events for the Week:
10/23 | Mentor Program Applications Due |
10/23 | Cerner Corporation |
10/26-27 | Vector Marketing |
10-2 Mon 11-2 Tues Union | |
10/27 | Truex Financial Forum |
7:60-9 Gano | |
10/30 | Advertising Career Day |
Applications Due | |
11/2 | Advertising Career Day |
8-5 | |
11/2 | Nursing Employment Fair |
221 Union |
Etiquette Tip of the Week:
“If someone sends you an incendiary or insulting email, do not respond immediately. Do not dwell on it. Do not read it over and over, which will just make you angrier. If you can, let it sit for a few hours or even overnight. If the one who sent it is sitting on top of his/her computer waiting for a response, this will drain some of the steam out of that person like a bag of microwave vegetables.
When you do respond, respond in a calm and professional manner. Avoid arguments over email and especially "Reply to all" arguments.”
As you know, giving credit to the Culture and Manners Institute at http://www.cultureandmanners.com/ is the polite thing to do.
Quote from the Office:
“I don’t think many people are printer Nazis.” - Katie
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