Resume
What are 3 things you should include at the top of your resume?
Name, phone number, email, address, city and state
Who should you send your cover letter too?
Your employer
Why do you want this job?
Experience, help others (not for money)
Should you include your education?
Yes, include high school and any prior education if you can
What do you need to make sure the employer has before your interview day?
Your cover letter and resume
How long should your resume be?
Around 1 page
When should you send your cover letter?
With your Resume, before meeting with your employer.
How do you relate to pressure?
Give examples of how you work well under pressure,
What should you not ask during your interview?
Salary / money
What should you do immediately following up after the interview?
Thank them for taking time to consider you
List past ____ experience in your resume
Job
What should you include on your cover letter?
Name, address, phone number
How do you work with others?
Give positive examples of how you work well with others, use good teamwork
What can't be asked during an interview?
Questions about personal life
How should you dress prior to arriving at your interview?
Dress for the job you want / appropriate for your job your interviewing for. Professional or Business Casual.
Whats 3 things that should be covered on your resume?
Job experience, education, skills, awards, what makes you employable
How should you end your cover letter?
Thanking your employer for taking time to consider you
Why should I hire you over others?
List positive job specific qualities about why you are more employable than others
What shouldn't you bring up during your interview?
Your personal life
Things to make sure are done right before arriving at the interview?
Hygiene, dress appropriate, make yourself presentable.
Should family and close friends be used as references?
No
What should you include in your cover letter?
Basic information and reasons why you should be considered for your position
What is your biggest weakness?
Give an honest weakness within yourself that can be fixed but wouldn't make you unemployable
What should you ask?
More information about the company
What time should you arrive before your interview? (Time prior to interview)
10-15 minutes