Interviews
You should arrive _______ minutes early
10-15
How long should cover letters be?
One page only
Your _______ should be the largest font size
Name
Should come from...
Employer, teacher, family friend, college professor
After an interview, wait _____ days before calling
2-3
Why should you write a thank you letter after an interview?
It leaves a lasting impression
What is the rule for font?
12 pt times new roman or arial
Should be the _____ document the employer receives
Second
Should NOT come from
Your parent
Should be the first document an employer receives
Cover Letter
The most commonly first asked question?
Can you tell me about yourself?
Make sure you highlight the exact _________ you are applying for
Position
You want to sell yourself and ______ all of your accomplishments
Highlight
A letter that someone writes about your ______ ______
Work Ethic
true or false: The most qualified candidate always gets the job.
False
What is one thing that you should NOT do during an interview?
Ask about salary, explain your criminal history, chew gum, answers will vary
What should you not do in your cover letter?
Be too personal, give too much info, ramble on..
Any clubs, sports, FFA, Knowledge Bowl, BPA, etc.
The VERY FIRST phrase is....
"To Whom It May Concern"
A letter of intent, motivation, and drive
Cover Letter
Why you should bring a hard copy of your resume to your interview
They might've misplaced it, there might be more than one person there who hasn't seen it, leaves a better impression
A cover letter acts as an ______ for the position and high motivation
intent
You don't need to list all _______ you've had
Jobs
After the person states they are happy to write this about you, they will say.....
How long they've known you
If asked about any gaps in your work history, you should respond by...
Describing some volunteering and community activities you did during that time.