I'm currently looking for an adminstrative support position. I'm trying to find a job downtown Atlanta. Not all business advertise online their opportunities. Would it be unprofessional to enter a business, introduce myself and offer my resume?
2007-07-19 08:03:55 · 10 answers · asked by luvladyblue 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Administrative and Office Support
In my opinion it would not be unprofessional to walk into a business and hand out your resume. However, if you are going to do that you need to look your best, Wear a suit , be friendly and have your resume handy. Let them know of your past experiences and what you could bring to the company.
As long as you keep it professional and friendly you should be fine. Good Luck in your job search.
2007-07-19 08:10:21 · answer #1 · answered by Leila24 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would not be considered unprofessional as long as you are dressed professionally.
It may not be effective (sort of looking for a needle in a haystack), although, I know people who have landed jobs that way. The theory being the more doors you knock on the more opportunities you create. Do not rely on this as your only method of job searching. Temp agencies (lots of admin jobs go temp to perm) - its a great way to get a feel for the job and the company as well, the Internet.
If you are going to do this - make a list of companies, get the hiring manager's name and personalize it. Also, don't tell the receptionist that you are dropping off a resume. Tell them you have a package to drop off for Jane Doe. If they ask, do you need to speak to them, say yes if they have the time. 9 out of 10 times you won't get in but who knows you might every 10th time. Also, in your cover letter say that even if they don't have a position available now you would love to set up a brief informational meeting (you can get more info on their hiring process and what opportunities might be coming up) and that you will be calling them in a week to discuss. Then call them. Also, get business card from receptionist (this will have email address and direct line info).
Good luck!!
2007-07-19 09:24:19 · answer #2 · answered by KAT 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your time and resources are better spent sending letters/emails to companies that are actually hiring.
If there's a particular company you're really hoping to get your foot in the door with, send a letter to their human resource officer asking for an informational interview. You'll get face time with HR. THIS IS NOT THE TIME TO GIVE THEM YOUR RESUME OR ASK FOR A JOB. You're just there for info. Have your resume on hand in case its asked for but DO NOT offer.
Next time they have a position, apply and you'll be short listed, guaranteed.
2007-07-19 09:16:28 · answer #3 · answered by art_child2000 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it would be fine. You could also postal mail or email resumes, if that will be better for you. Make sure you include a cover letter letting them know what skill set you bring to the table, as well as all your other great attributes and that you'd like to be considered for an administrative support role if one is open now or opens up in the future.
2007-07-19 08:33:01 · answer #4 · answered by StacieG 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with WW if you walked into my office and said *Hi im Jim/Jill whatever and here is my resume*. I would be polite and say nice to meet you. Even if im looking for somebody its going in the garbage before I read it.
You have to do a little research. Lets say you plan to visit 10 comapanies in a day. Check all those companies out on the web. Know what they do and then you walk in. Your resume is addressed to that company. Its a one line change on your resume. Address that company directly. If you know the managers name make a cover letter to the manager and ask for him/her by name.
Say ive read so much about your company I would love to work here. Here is my resume (which will have his/her name on it) I would like you to look it over. Its human nature if a manager see's their name on a resume, they are going to read it.
But im saying if thats what you are going to do, take 20 minutes per company you plan to visit and change the first line of your resume to address that company.
Good luck hope this helps.
2007-07-19 08:16:26 · answer #5 · answered by financing_loans 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think so. we have people all the time faxing us theirs. That's a little weird. But that will just show that you want the job. One idea though, I have learned (from experience) that if you just call or walk in and give your resume to the peson stadning at the front desk and say "i'm....this is my resume...." Then they will most likely throw it out, for whateve reason. So you could ask for the personell depart. a boss, office manager...and give it to them or mail it to them...anyway.
2007-07-19 08:45:36 · answer #6 · answered by nodesignerdogs4me 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on your attire going into the company.....But since most companies have websites now I recommend going to their website and looking at theire carreer oppurtunies page. Most of the time a fax number is listed find out the managers name a fax it attention to the manager.
2007-07-19 08:57:36 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not necessarily unprofessional, but it may not be worth the time. If someone came into my office and did that, I'd think "how does she even know she even wants to work here if she isn't familiar with our company?"
2007-07-19 08:09:35 · answer #8 · answered by Sandy Sandals 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
We don't accept resumes for positions that are not open. You reallyl need to research, network, etc. and find where the openings truly are.
2007-07-19 08:32:55 · answer #9 · answered by leysarob 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best way to find a job is-----be at the right place at the right time.
How willing are you to take a chance?
2007-07-19 15:42:21 · answer #10 · answered by TedEx 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋