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By self-analysis find and assess your academic and professional knowledge and include with your area of strength with proper justification. It will help you build confidence and a foundation for your job search. Memorize your skills so you can talk freely about your past achievements in an interview. You do have a lot of skills and qualifications to offer an employer. This list will help you focus on certain jobs where your skills can be used. |
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Once you have an idea of your skills, you can start to create a list of potential jobs or employers. There are two a lot of the way to find the jobs like by using Internet, newspapers and employment newspaper and through your personal network. If you use the Internet and search engine you will may be surprised to find companies you didn't know about in your areas. Two other public facilities will help you fill your list. You’re nearest WorkOne Center and the public library will offer additional directories and listings of employers. Try to collect the company name, address and phone numbers, but also the names addresses and phone numbers of contact personnel (managers, human resources staff, etc.). Once you have your list in tact, the next step is focusing on your resume. |
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Check out the school's accreditation. In the USA and certain other areas, the main accreditation body is the AACSB where as in the UK and parts of Europe AMBA performs the same role. Most accreditation is of programs, some schools may have some programs, which are accredited, and some, which are not accredited colleges after high academic quality and excellence. It is easier to transfer from accredited institutions and to get better job opportunities. So if a school has an accredited program it's a major plus point. |
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The Resume |
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The best resume is the one that quickly summarizes your work history and skills. No matter which resume format you use, there are 9 rules for resumes: |
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» Being neat and trim. It must be typed (or printed on a letter quality computer printer). Use 8 ½ by 11-inch bond paper.
Don't send out a resume that is smudged, crumpled or hard to read |
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» Entitle your resume which matches the job you want |
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Don't list salary or wage information |
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» Center or justify all headings |
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» PROOFREAD. Have someone else proofread it also |
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» Be positive. Identify your achievements. |
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» Be specific. Use short descriptive sentences. |
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» Use action verbs to say what you have done like "developed" or "Created". |
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» Don't use shortened form of a word or phrase. |
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» Try to include interesting facts about yourself. |
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The Functional Resume |
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The functional resume is arranged by work experience and works well for people: |
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» With limited experience |
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» Who have been out of the workforce for a while |
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»Who seek to change careers |
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It focuses more on your skills than your employment history. |
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Simple Chronological Resume |
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The simple chronological resume is arranged by time of your experience and is the style that most people are familiar with. Remember, specific dates are not as important as accurately describing your obligations and achievements in each job. |
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The Improved Chronological Resume |
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The Improved Chronological Resume is arranged by time, plus a description. This resume is much more descriptive, personal and exciting than the Simple Chronological Resume. |
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The Cover Letter |
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Along with the resume, you should always send a cover letter or letter of application. It should be neat, brimming with self-confidence and it should specifically address the job for which you apply.
The cover letter is your best chance to clearly and briefly state why you should be chosen for the job. Explain how the skills you have most closely match the job's requirements. (It's a good idea to have the job description or classified ad in front of you as you write the letter.)
Begin the letter by stating your interest in the position. Then briefly explain why you are uniquely qualified. Write confidently about your previous experience. Tell exactly how you have been successful in the past by mentioning ways you have helped increase production, or other specific things you achieved that helped the company. What were the objectives? Was this success measured?
Close the letter by asking if you may call to schedule an interview.
Make sure the cover letter and resume together present a positive and powerful picture of who you are. The person receiving it just may want to hire you. |
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Approach potential employers: |
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Now that you have a resume in hand, you're closer to your real goal - a successful interview. What's next? More research.
You can find the answers you're looking for, through internet, public library, Chamber of Commerce or other local job search sources. You may also research your company online. Remember, you're looking for information on: |
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The company. Its ownership, managers, employees, history, philosophy, successes, etc. |
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» The products. What it produces. How much the products cost. Where the products are available. Who uses the products? |
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» The industry. Its future. The company's overall rank in size and sales. The competition. |
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Interview process |
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Put Your Best Foot Forward The best way to be prepared for the actual job interview is to plan ahead for questions and practice your answers. Questions you may be asked include: |
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How did you learn about this job? |
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Why are you interested in this job? |
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Have you ever worked as a (job title) before? |
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Tell me about yourself. |
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The Secret to Impressing an Interviewer |
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Impressing an interviewer isn't as hard as you might think. How can you make a positive impression? Turn the table on the interviewer and ask interested, sincere questions. This is where your research into the company can make a difference. The more you know about the company, the better questions you can ask. |
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What qualifications do you consider most important for this job? |
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What would a typical first assignment be like? |
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How long has my predecessor held this position? |
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What type of training will I receive? Could you tell me more about the duties of this position? |
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Why did the person who last held this job leave? |
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Know What the Boss Wants |
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Potential employers are usually listening for answers to three ultimate - usually unasked - questions: |
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Can you do the job? |
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• How can you contribute to the company's overall success? |
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How can you make life easier for your boss? |
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If he or she thinks you offer the best solution to these three questions, the job is yours. However, remember to sell your positives - link your past experience to the needs of your potential employer. |
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Be On Your Guard: Questions You Don't Have To Answer |
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Federal laws minimizing employment discrimination practices have mandated that there are several questions that are off limits for discussion during job interviews. The best way to handle these questions is to ask how they relate to the specific position you are interviewing for. Questions to be on your guard for are anything related to: |
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race, religion, politics and marital status |
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age, unless it is related to the job |
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non-work-related disability |
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any arrest record |
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details of military discharge |
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Take Care of the Details |
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Once you get an interview, there are several steps you must take before meeting the person who may be your next boss. Like it or not, employers make judgments based on appearance. |
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» Dress conservatively, but try to dress one step above what you think employees wear to work everyday. Go easy on the cologne and jewelry. Be noticed for your businesslike appearance. |
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» Grooming and hygiene are required. Take a bath or shower. Brush your teeth. Polish your shoes. If you wear glasses, make sure they are clean. Even the nicest clothes won't hide poor habits. |
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» Present yourself with confidence, but don't be boastful. Try to relax, but don't be casual. Be natural and positive. Use proper grammar. Organize your thoughts before you speak and address questions directly |
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Be honest, sincere and courteous. Remember, no matter how much you want or need a job, be honest about what you can do. If you think finding a job is tough now, try doing it with a reputation for dishonesty. |
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It's OK to Discuss Salary |
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There is an art to discussing salary. You should have an idea of what you need to meet your monthly expenses. Try to avoid being cornered into stating your minimum salary requirement. If you are pressured to do so, ask some questions first: |
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Will there be any special purchases? |
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Do you have to pay for parking out of your own pocket? |
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It's best to steer clear of questions about vacation or other benefits during the first interview unless the employer brings it up. |
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Organize Your Thoughts |
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Part One : |
The Introduction |
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A warm greeting |
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Establishing rapport |
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Maintaining eye contact |
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Trying to relax |
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Part Two: |
The Background |
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Past work experience |
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Interests |
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Skills |
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Values |
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Part Three: |
The Goals & Objectives |
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How you can help the employer (this is the heart of the interview) |
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Listening carefully to what is being asked |
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Thinking carefully about your answers |
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Answering the questions honestly |
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Not rambling or repeating yourself |
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The Closing |
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What the next step is |
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If they will call you or if you should call them |
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If they need additional information or references |
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Following through for success |
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Never underestimate the power of a "thank you" letter after an interview. Not only does it demonstrate that you are polite, considerate and have good ethics, but it's another opportunity to reemphasize your positives to the interviewer. |
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• Write it immediately after you leave the interview and mail it that very night. |
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• Thank the interviewer for their time. |
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• Mention something that happened or was discussed to remind the interviewer of who you are. |
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After the Interview, Then What? |
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If the interview went well, you will probably be called back for additional interviews with others in the company. If the interview didn't go well, you may not hear back from them again. Whatever the outcome, use each interview as learning experience. Maintain a Post-Interview Worksheet to help you keep track of each experience. You never know - a company you interviewed with today may call you back down the road with a different job offer. |
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What If You Didn't Get the Job? |
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It's not possible for everyone who goes on an interview to get every job they interview for. If you didn't get the job - hang in there! There will be more opportunities!.
Whatever you do, don't get so disheartened that you take yourself out of the job search. It's easy to talk yourself out of sending one more resume or making another phone call. No one likes to be turned down, but it's normal and should be expected during a job search. Don't take it personally. Keep looking and you'll find the right job with the right employer. |
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Continue to build skills |
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In today's global economy, it is important to sharpen your skills and advance your career. Some tips to help you remain successful: |
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Build your skills |
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Continue education |
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• Stay current by reading about new developments in your chosen field |
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• Try new skills and activities |
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• Connect with community resources like your local WorkOne Center, chambers of commerce and schools |
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• Seek new training opportunities |
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It's a world of opportunities, a world that is exciting, draining and stressful all at once. So stay on the information superhighway, sign up for a distance learning class, become a student's job mentor and continue to grow your skills and career. |
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The points to remember before applying for the job: |
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If the job advertisement asks you to send three copies of your resume, send three copies! It may seem puzzling,
But an employer could be having reasons for asking you to do this-they hasn’t just explained why they need. |
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• Ensuring that the application reaches before the closing date is essential. Many employers will refuse to look at any applications that arrive late. They are not interested in interviewing candidates, whom they consider to be having poor time-management skills. |
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If you are e-mailing your application, make it easy for the reader by including your covering letter, resume and any other relevant information in a single attachment. When posting your resume through the mail, secure all your pages together, so that any of the pages doesn't accidentally get apart from the rest. |
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• A new covering letter should be created and your resume should be reviewed each time you apply for a job. Focus on describing skills that are required for the particular role and tailor your resume to prominently highlight the most relevant skills needed for the job. Unless asked to do so, don't attach any written or electronic references. Whoever is reading your application at this stage is only interested in seeing factual evidence that you have the skills and qualifications needed to perform the vacancy. If interested, a recruiter or employer will ask for these written references later |
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• Get confirmation from the employer or agency that your application has in fact reached. Documents, including electronic ones, could be misplaced or might not be received at all. |
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• A perfect candidate may not exist. If you have what is essential and most of what is required, it is worth applying |
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• Unless there are instructions not to ring and ask for more details. Get as much information as you can and tailor your application accordingly. With a greater understanding of the role, you could decide for yourselves whether you really fit the bill. |
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• Learn from it-don't it be a waste of time. Knowing your weaknesses will help in the preparation of your next application |
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