Employment Tips

How do you start applying for jobs?

• The newspaper is usually the first place that we think of to apply for jobs
• When checking out the newspaper-don’t just look at the job ads-also take a
  look at the articles-what businesses are new and which businesses are expanding
• When applying for jobs also try to be creative
• The more time you put into your search, the better your chances of finding a
  job that you enjoy
• If you are in a place of business where you notice that the employees seem
  happy and are enjoying their jobs-check it out. What jobs do they have and
  is the business currently hiring?

When applying for jobs, make sure to read the advertisement carefully

• Whether it is a help wanted sign in the window or a newspaper ad-get the
  information you need to apply for the job
• If the employer lists a phone number, call for more information-see if you
  can get a detailed job description
• Many job ads have a duties section to describe the job and a list of
  qualifications
• In your resume and cover letter make sure to list as many qualifications
  as you have to meet the requirements
• How you apply for a job reflects if you can follow instructions-if an employer
  says no phone calls please-make sure not to call
• The more effort you put into applying for a job-the better the results
  you will have

Applying Do’s

• Dress for success-running in to drop off a resume in sweats won’t get you
  the job
• When applying for a job make sure that 1-2 weeks after applying for a job,
  follow-up-give the employer a call and see if they need any additional
  information and it is a great chance to see if there are any employment
  opportunities
• Make time in your life to look and apply for jobs-don’t leave things until last
  minute
• Look at jobs that you know nothing about-do some research and find out
  if you would be interested and what skills are needed to do the job
• Go to the source-when you are wanting to find out more information about
  a job-go and ask the employer
• When there is a business advertising or it is a place that you would like
  to apply
• Go in and meet the manager-ask about any available positions

First Impression

• Whether going to a business to apply for the first time or going in for an
  interview-be dressed for success
• If you drop off a resume on a Tuesday and go in to buy something on a
  Wednesday and you are wearing sweats-remember that you are still making
  an impression
• Be friendly to the first person you meet be it the secretary or cashier as well
  as the manager, you are making a first impression. Did you realize that the
  front end staff may be asked to share their first impressions of you with the
  hiring committee-every first impression counts!
• In our day to day life we are creating a first impression-how do you know that
  the guy you cut off in the parking lot, won’t be in your interview the next day
• Employers don’t just look at how you are in an interview, they want to know
  about your contribution to the community
• Volunteer, get involved, get used to meeting people for the first time and
  creating a great first impression to help you find the job you want