Thanksgiving is Almost Here!
Interview, resume important tests
BY HEATHER WARLICK-MOORE
Without an excellent resume and cover letter, you may never be invited for an interview, said Frankie Walters, professional development coach and author of "Country Values ... City Wise: Lessons in Personal Development and Workplace Savvy.”
"I do believe that a professional, polished presence is very important for your in-person presentation, but getting seen with a resume is the same thing. It needs to be polished and professional,” Walters said.In today’s job market, many people are vying for each job opening, so making a great impression from the moment your resume hits a prospective employer’s in-box is vital.
When Walters coaches people, she touches on the job search strategy, resume preparation, interview process and interview questions.
"Prepare, prepare, prepare,” she said. From researching the hiring company to writing a good resume and cover letter and practicing your answers to various interview questions, a job applicant can’t be overprepared, Walters said.
A job seeker has five to seven minutes to make a positive first impression, Walters writes in the workbook she uses in her workshops. The first impression consists 7 percent of verbal cues (content), 38 percent vocal cues (sound) and 55 percent visual (things such as eye contact, facial expressions, body language, manners and grooming).
About 25 percent of jobs are filled by people the employer knows before the opening is formally announced, Walters said. Another 50 percent are filled by insiders who talk about the opportunity. So, networking opportunities such as social media sites are vital ways to keep potential jobs on your radar.
Walters suggests creating a list of all the people you know, telling them exactly what type of job you are seeking and asking each for two names of people you could contact. Follow up with these new contacts by e-mailing or mailing a resume.
Personal Finance Forum & Speed Networking
The Personal Finance & Speed Networking Event took place on 11/19/09 and was a great success!
Here are some quotes from individuals that went:
“Very informative, I learned a lot. As a freshman it’s really opened my eyes to what I need to do in my career.” Shae Grisham
“Being a freshman, it’s a very enriching experience for the college to do.” – Heather Walton
“This has been very beneficial.” –Rachel Blaich
"Lots of interesting people. Lots of information." - Ayna Plavanova
Some people also won different prizes:
Bluetooth – Ayna Palvanova
MP3 – Shae Grisham
USB – Eli Smith
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!
Events for the Week:
11/19 | Speed Networking Personal Finance Forum |
212 | |
11/23 | Vector Marketing |
10-2 | |
12/1 | Career |
5:30-7 Yates Dining Room | |
12/4 | |
10-2 | |
12/7-8 | Vector Marketing |
10-2 Mon 11-2 Tues Union |
Etiquette Tip of the Week:
“When on a business trip, avoid alcohol on an airplane – drinking at high altitudes makes you more inebriated. It is said that one drink on an airplane, counts for two drinks on the ground. If they put one of those mobile staircases up to the airplane exit and you fall down it, taking out a senior citizen or a vacationing family with small children in the process, that will not be good imaging for your company.
When traveling for business, you are representing your company and should, dress, speak and behave in a way that inspires confidence in your business and products.
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:
“Britaaaash!” - Maggie
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