Resume
This information covers the schooling you've had, including high school and colleges
Education
This thing goes at the very top left hand corner of the page before everything
Today's date!
How do you respond if they ask, "why do you want to work here"
For example, "I've selected key companies whose mission statements are in line with my values, where I know I could be excited about what the company does, and this company is very high on my list of desirable choices."
you should ALWAYS do this before any interview
shower, wash your hair, and put on deodorant
You should do this with your hand every time you meet someone new or introduce yourself
Shake hands
this is the word the represents the information or proof that you have been employed before
experience
This portion is all about you, is at the top of the cover letter, and just below the date
Personal information/ contact information
How do you respond if they ask "why should we hire you?"
summarizing your experiences: "With five years' experience working in the financial industry and my proven record of saving the company money, I could make a big difference in your company. I'm confident I would be a great addition to your team."
what kind of shirt should you wear to the interview
a nice and formal clean shirt
What should you do with interview questions before the interview?
Practice them! practice your responses!
this section is right below your name and includes all times of information about you including why you want the job and special skills you have
About me/ introduction
This infomration goes just below your contact information and it's who the letter is to
The managers contact information
How should you respond to, "what are your weaknesses?"
minimizing your weakness and emphasizing your strengths. Stay away from personal qualities and concentrate on professional traits: "I am always working on improving my communication skills to be a more effective presenter. I recently joined Toastmasters, which I find very helpful."
what kind of pants should you wear to an interview
nice, clean, dress pants.
When should you arrive to your job interview?
At least 15 minutes early.
This information should be the first thing at the top of the page
Name, address, email and phone number
why you want the job and why you are a great candidate for the position.
How should you respond to, "what are your goals?"
it's best to talk about short-term and intermediate goals rather than locking yourself into the distant future. For example, "My immediate goal is to get a job in a growth-oriented company. My long-term goal will depend on where the company goes. I hope to eventually grow into a position of responsibility."
What kind of shoes should you wear to an interview?
dress shoes, flats, nice shoes.
What should you bring to the interview?
An extra printed copy of your resume
What is the purpose of a resume?
You should always write this before the paragraphs and after the last paragraph to start the letter and end the letter
Dear (managers name), Sincerely (Your name)
How to respond to, "why should i hire you?"
This will take an assessment of your experiences, skills and traits. Summarize concisely: "I have a unique combination of strong technical skills, and the ability to build strong customer relationships. This allows me to use my knowledge and break down information to be more user-friendly."
what are some things you should NOT wear to an interview
Dirty clothes, a swimsuit, a tank top, flip flops, a hat, funny clothes.
What should you do at the end of an interview?
Thank the manager for the opportunity for the interview and shake his or her hand.