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Bagging
the Job
As graduation approaches, you've no doubt begun to wonder
how that major of yours is going to translate into a meaningful
career (or at least a paycheck). You also know by now
that the keys to securing a job are networking, creating
an enticing resume, and delivering an appealing interview.
Really, job hunting is a lot like sending a valentine.
When you seal your polished resume in a crisp white envelope
and pop it in the mailbox, isn't your intent to woo a
prospective employer? The goal is to spark an interest
and, hopefully, make a match! Read on for some tried-and-true
job-hunting tips.
1. Carefully consider the message you want to convey.
Tailor
your resume and cover letter to win over the organization
in which you're interested. Acknowledge the organization's
needs and explain why you are the best person to fill
them. Be expressive, confident and clear.
2. Remember that presentation counts. Review your resume
and correct any grammatical errors. Ask others to look
it over, too. Use clean lines, high quality paper, and
easy-to-read fonts. Keep your audience in mind throughout
the entire process. Depending on your industry of choice,
you may wish to consider developing a web
portfolio in addition to your traditional resume.
3. When you've arranged a time to meet with your prospective
employer, be prepared! Plan how you will answer common
questions and have some questions of your own
ready, too. Be charming, but avoid coming on too strong.
Spruce yourself up and dress for the success you deserve.
4. Always thank
your interviewer for his or her time, whether you're interested
in pursuing the job further or not. You never know where
that new connection may lead.
We can all remember having Valentine's Day parties in
grade school. You know, the ones where you created a "mailbox"
out of a bag with your name on it, surrounded by pink
and red heart stickers? We gingerly placed Garfield and
Snoopy cards inside each other's bags and agonized about
how the prefabricated message written above Charlie Brown's
head might be interpreted by the boy or girl sitting next
to us.
The process is just as elementary now. If we take a fraction
of the energy we dedicated to valentines back then and
put it toward our search for the correct career match
now, imagine the possibilities! A great new job match
could be in the bag.
Want to create a memorable resume that gets results? Click
here
for the answers to some frequently asked questions. Then,
carve some time from your busy schedule to meet with a
professional at your college's career counseling center
and discuss your needs. They're there to help! |
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