Program which offers Resume Critique, Resume Review, Workshops, Job Counseling/Coaching, Mock Interviews, Skill Development
What is Alliance Worknet?
100
Family, Friend, Past Co-Worker, Acquaintances, Participants of Networking Sessions
What is your network?
100
Skills that are common or used across the board in workplaces.
What are transferable skills?
100
This produces more job leads than any other method
What is Networking?
100
This accounts for the majority of an employers first impression of a job seeker.
What is appearance?
200
Software programs that search resumes submitted online.
What is Applicant Tracking System?
200
Not only is this good for the community, but is also good for your resume.
What is volunteering?
200
This type of resume combines features from the chronological and functional formats
What is a Combination resume?
200
One of the fast growing sources for job leads has been the development of online applications on these
What are Company Websites?
200
Driving to the place interview the day before, setting out your interview clothes the night before, printing out at least 5 copies of your resume and your references, and arriving 15 minutes before your interview.
What is preparing for your interview?
300
30-60 second explanation of your abilities, skills, and knowledge.
What is your elevator speech?
300
This is an ideal way to keep your skills current and make professional connections.
What is an internship or unpaid work?
300
If you are using an outdated or generic one of these, expect to stay unemployed.
What are resumes and cover letters?
300
Somewhat of a lost art of job hunting but one that can still bring job seekers great returns on the investment by uncovering the hidden job market is
What is cold calling?
300
You never want this ringing at an interview
What is your cell phone?
400
Smiling, occasional nod, eye movements and contact, tone of voice, stance.
What is body language and non verbal communication?
400
Event in which employers from the community gather together to promote job openings within their company.
What is a job fair?
400
By using this type of media you can reach more employers with your resume.
What is social media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook)?
400
After your cover letter and resume is submitted, job seeker should confirm they were received shortly after.
What is follow-up?
400
By doing this after an interview you will re-emphasize your interest in the position and keep you top of mind. And this should be done within 24 hours of your interview.
What is a thank you note?
500
Employers "google" or search online to find information on potential employers.
What is your online presence?
500
Scheduling a time each day to make new contacts, research employers in your industry, networking, follow-ups, and relaxation.
What is developing a daily routine for your job search?
500
Reviewing a job description and looking for key words so you can ____ your resume.
What is tailor your resume?
500
As more companies now post job openings on their corporate sites or with local one stop centers , the importance of these has declined
What are want ads?
500
It's critical to have significant knowledge about a company so you can make a good impression on a potential employer. Do this before you interview.