What are some pointers when applying for a job?

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Answer 1

Confidence , neat and clean , dont over kill the resume , short and to the point works best , no employer has the time to read lengthy novels .

Answer 2

Pre-interview:

Write clearly on job application.

Write concisely and well.

Identify and be able to tell someone at least 3 strengths you have.


Identify and be able to honestly tell someone at least 3 weaknesses you have.

Identify one problem you had at a previous job and tell how you worked it out.

Be able to explain why you got fired or have not been employed for long periods.

Be able to explain bad grades, if any.

Interview:

Be clean and neat in appearance.

Lose extra jewelry and piercings.

Make sure your nails are clean (unless applying for dirty jobs)
Leave the house early.

Be there 15 minutes before your appointment.

Be respectful.

Don't call person by 1st name unless they tell you to.

Don't use slang or swear words in conversation.

Speak clearly-- don't mumble.

Speak up for yourself--- point out your job qualities.

Don;t be too proud or boastful.

Do NOT talk badly about a former employer--- instead, use a reason for leaving that doesn't put the old employer down.

After the interview:

Write a short note: Thank you for seeing me on (date) to interview for the position of (fill in the job title here).


After you get the job:
If you agree to take a job and for ANY reason do not or cannot keep the commitment---- CALL them!

Be on time.

Be neat and appropriately dressed.

Act the same as if you are just applying for the job!

Stay out of office gossip.

Fulfill your responsibilities on time.



Good luck!

Lifes

Answer 3

Submit a resume with no grammatical errors. Use various verbs when describing what you did for previous employers. You may have to change some of the job duties if it's not relating to the job that you are applying for. In other words, don't send out 1 resume for 100 jobs that you are applying for. Fine tune them for each job applied for if necessary & keep a copy for yourself.
Also submit a cover letter. It gives the employer brief introduction about yourself and what you have to offer. There are tons of examples on monster.com & other sites explaining tips on resumes if you need further assistance.

Good Luck

Answer 4

When applying for a job: make sure your cover letter/resume address 1) the job and job description you are applying for (for example, if the job description says they are looking for someone with negotiation skills--specifically put your negotiation skills in your cover letter), 2) and, unlike mine here, your grammar and spelling are correct. DON'T USE OBNOXIOUS FONTS!!!!

Interviewers use a variety of styles to see if you're the right person for the job. The trend I've experienced: situational questions. Be prepared to answer these types of questions:
1) Tell me a time when you had a conflict with a co-worker/supersivor and tell me what you did to resolve it?
2) What are your strengths? weaknesses? (For weaknesses, be sure to state what it is AS WELL AS what you're doing to turn it into a strength.)
3) Tell me about a time when you had a deadline quickly approaching and absolutely no guidance. What did you do?

After they interview you, it's your turn to interview them. If you're interviewing with your potential supervisor...ask them questions such as how they handle employee conflict? What is there supervisory style? Are they hands on or hands off? Ask weird questions, such as is the office open or closed the day after Thanksgiving (I asked this question to my recent boss & it actually is the reason why I got the job--and it was MY make or break question). Ask about TURNOVER (huge warning sign to stay away), how much and why and depending on their answer ask what has the company/supervisor done to change this around? DO NOT WALK OUT THE ROOM WITHOUT ASKING QUESTIONS, even if the question has been answered during the "let me tell you about us and what we're looking for" lecture.

NEVER negotiate or discuss salary until you've been offered the job....

And never put your eggs in one basket.

Answer 5

Even though you may not have an interview when you apply for a job, still make sure you are dressed to impress. You never know who is looking! Good Luck!!

Answer 6

Know the company, dress to impress, speak properly, smile...oh wait... tell the truth when possible, lol.. just a joke... good luck...

Answer 7

Have a resume that highlights your achievements and ambitions. Make it as professional as you can and do not include any bad references.

Answer 8

Firm handshake, unwavering gaze, confident stride. A nice, fat, well-padded resume or degree also works...