Post on 20-Dec-2014
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Be a SUPER candidate
Why is it i
mportant?
Cause you could be th
is guy!
Have your resume up to date at all times.
Check it and recheck it for errors and mistakes.
If you are interested in a position, research it and
create a resume specific to it.
Print on nice paper (not plain white copy paper).
Don’t fold it when you mail it.
Don’t staple it.
If emailing it as an attachment, create a PDF of it
first.
How to Follow Up
Without becoming a stalker!
Always be professional and don’t follow up more than once a week!
You’ve Sent Your Resume…Now What?First, Why Follow Up??? 1. It demonstrates initiative and interest in a position 2. You can verify that your resume was received and not lost in a spam filter somewhere 3. It can help you stand out in the crowd of qualified candidates
When Should I Follow UP? Generally within 2 weeks of sending your resume
How Do I Follow Up? Email the hiring manager (Quick way to remind them to look for
your resume) Send a typed letter (Great for reiterating why you’re a good fit) Send a hand written note (only if you have good handwriting) Call (make sure you rehearse what you’ll say)
"Hi, my name is ______ and I submitted my resume for your ______ opening. I'm extremely interested in this opportunity, and I just wanted to touch base with you this position and see if there is a possibility of setting up a meeting to discuss my qualifications.”
Keep looking, a rejection is not the end of the world so don’t take it personally.
Now What?
Send a follow up letter thanking them for letting you know about your status. Let them know you’re still interested in their company
Consider asking the person who interviewed you for advice on how to make yourself a stronger candidate
Look for ways to make yourself a stronger candidate…take a class, join a professional organization, practice your interview skills, clean up your online profile
The Art of InterviewingFirst Impressions
RESEARCH THE COMPANY INTERVIEWING YOU
Check out their website
Look for press releases
If they are a public company, see how they
are doing on the stock exchange
Talk to past interns about their experiences
Know their company mission and culture
START WITH THE BASICS
ABC’s of Image
Appearance
Wardrobeclothing
accessories
Groominghairskin
nails makeup
fragrancebreath
(don’t chew gum)
ABC’s of ImageBehavior
EtiquettePhone/emailMannersIntroductionsHandshakes
CivilityRespectful behaviorConsideration of others
AttitudePositive attitudeSelf-confidence Self-esteem
ABC’s of ImageCommunication
VerbalSpeaking skills (avoid “Like” and “Um”)
GrammarVocabulary
Presentation skills
NonverbalPosture
GesturesEye contact
Facial expressionsListening skills
WrittenLanguageGrammar
Professionalism
After the Interview…Your Chance to Stand Out SEND A THANK YOU LETTER
Within 24 hours of you interview• Typed letter• Hand written card• Email• Send a thank you letter to everyone you interview with
It’s likely that many other candidates will also send a letter, so be sure to utilize other follow up strategies
Haven’t Heard Anything a Few Weeks Later (or by the date they gave you)?
Send another hand written note indicating your interest Call the person you interviewed with (after the timeframe they
gave you)
Tip Get business cards printed up and provide one when you
follow up. It’s a great way to get noticed and keep your information fresh and interesting.
Get an online version of your resume (www.emurse.com)
Get nice business cards (www.vistaprint.com or us.moo.com/en)
Sample thank you letters (www.quintcareers.com)
Get a matching business correspondence kit (Office Depot)
Linked In (www.linkedin.com)
Jennifer Fisher, Program Managerjfisher@fwchamber.org
Graduate Retention Program
Twitter: JenfisherfwBlog: www.generationalsoup.com
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Thank You!!!