LinkedIn
true/false: LinkedIn is like a social network for your career
What is true? (just don't post like it's a social network for your friends!)
this is what a person thinks of you when they first meet you (very important)
What is a first impression?
a short-term training period with an employer, with or without pay and is usually geared toward students
What is an internship?
where our field trip will be
What is JobSpin Brno?
most essential document in a job seeker’s career portfolio! (many job seekers use it as a stand-alone item for applying to job opportunities)
What is a resume/CV?
true/false: you can post about clubs you are involved in or classes you are taking
What is true?
list 3 components of men's interview attire
What is pant/jacket suit set, blazer, simple tie, belt, closed toed shoes, briefcase?
someone who applies for a job
applicant/candidate
when the Job Fair is
document designed to grab attention and inspire interest in prospective employers; typically used as a professional yet conversational lead-in attachment to the résumé
What is a cover letter/letter of motivation?
what members of your LinkedIn network are called
What are connections?
list 3 components of women's interview attire
What is skirt/pant suit set, blazer, simple blouse, closed toed flats/heels, simple jewelry/makeup
total number of applicants for a given position
What is the hiring pool?
true/false: you should bring one resume to the Career Fair
an essential component of a professional LinkedIn account, but debatable whether or not to include on your resume
What is a professional headshot/photo?
this version of LinkedIn costs 29.99$/ month and has several advanced features
What is LinkedIn Premium?
true/false: you should ask your interviewer questions
What is true? (answering 2-3 questions at the end of the interview demonstrates that you were paying attention and are interested in what the interviewer has to say!)
a person who identifies and approaches suitable candidates employed elsewhere to fill business positions
What is a headhunter/recruiter?
how long should your resume be?
What is one page, single-spaced?
a job seeker can hand it out in formal or informal networking situations and give it to each interviewer upon introduction
What is a business card?
having this number of connections gives you a competitive advantage in the LinkedIn algorithm
What is 500?
most important (but difficult) interview question that requires preparation
What is "tell me about yourself?"
practice of contacting potential employers directly, without any prior contact, and marketing yourself to them
What is cold-calling?
do this to stand out and make a better impression on recruiters
What is separate yourself from your group of friends? :(
this should be sent after every networking meeting and interview to show appreciation for the person’s time (also demonstrates an interest in continuing a connection)
What is a thank you note?