Interviews
How early should you arrive for an in-person interview?
10 to 15 minutes early
How long should a resume be?
1 page
What resources online can you use to find a position
Indeed, Monster, and/or Linked in
This short speech introduces who you are, what you do, and what you’re looking for in 60 seconds. It should make the employer interested in you.
An elevator pitch.
Should you not apply to jobs with this email address: partygirl2020@gmail.com?
No, it is unprofessional. Change it to just your name, no nicknames should be used.
What should you wear to a job interview?
Professional or business-appropriate attire
What should you do before submitting your resume to a job?
Proofread and ask someone else to review it
What is one red flag in a job posting that might mean it’s a scam?
Any of the below answers:
The listing asks for money, has no company name or physical address, has poor grammar, and/or the contact person's name is vague
What group of people can you ask for your first professional reference?
Teachers, mentors, coaches, previous job supervisors, and administration.
What goes into a professional cover letter? (Name 3)
* Your name
* The job you're interested in
* Where you found the job (website, reference)
* One or two strong skills you have
*Your career goal
* How the job lines up with your goal.
What’s a good way to prepare for a common interview question like “Tell me about yourself”?
Practice a short summary of your background, skills, and career goals
What is wrong with the following bullet point: “I maintained a case load of 24 patients, ensuring each one was receiving adequate care and attention.”
The use of personal pronouns ("I")
If a job description uses phrases like “fast-paced environment” or “must wear many hats,” what could that mean?
You may be expected to multitask or work under pressure in a short period of time.
After meeting someone at an event, you should do this within 24–48 hours to strengthen the connection.
Send a thank-you email or follow-up message
What is a good way to answer the question "Tell me about your weaknesses", in a job interview?
Turn the weakness into a positive by:
*Explaining how it was a weakness that you have worked on to improve; I am highly sensitive but now I see I am intuitive to my customer's needs.
or
* Use a trait that is not always a weakness such as: I am a hard worker and have to learn to take time for myself, I am a perfectionist and need to tell myself that I have done good enough.
Why is it important to research the company before the interview?
So you can tailor your answers and show genuine interest in the role and organization
How do you go around the algorithms of a digital program employers use in resume searches
Use high Action Verbs, such as motivated peer groups, managed corporate events, driven to produce quality items for clients, led fundraisers for... (etc.)
What information should you record before going to a job interview (Name 3)
Company name, job title, address, contact person, contact info, and company mission statement.
What can you use on your resume if you are a recent high school graduate with no work experience?
Any of the below:
Build resume around your strengths, any volunteer activities, class clubs, high honors, GPA, caregiving/babysitting, or side jobs (mowing lawns, helping build items.)
What goes on the cover page of your online portfolio? (name 3)
Your name, photo, your introductory bio, how to contact you, a visual representation of your professional goals.
What is one item that signals to the employers during an interview that you aren't really interested in the job? (Name 1)
Not knowing what the company does, not knowing what the job is, on your phone during the interview, lack of eye contact.
How long do you have to make a good impression on a resume? What makes a good resume? (answer both questions.)
Seven seconds. The goal of a resume is to quickly show an employer your skills, experience, and qualifications
What perspective, or point of view should you use when writing a professional bio?
Third person
What shouldn't you put on a resume, especially as a student?
Your address.
How much time do you have to make a good first impression in an interview or presentation?
5 seconds.