Making an Impression at the Job Fair
Job fairs aren’t just for grads anymore. This week alone in OKC I have attended 3 separate job fairs as a recruiter and met about 800 candidates like yourself. Job fairs are a great way to meet with your prospective employer in a nonformal setting on neutral ground like your local college or other venue. […]
STARs
Learn how to ace interviews with the STAR technique. Understand the importance of the method in providing effective answers to questions.
Perception is Reality
Come on guys. I know you have heard this. If you dress professional, you act and feel professional. It’s so true!! Not only that, you leave a lasting impression on your interviewer. Not too long ago, a candidate arrived for an interview in jeans, a wrinkled dress shirt that had a stain. Yikes! Immediately, the […]
Spell Check Is Your Friend. . .
All I have to say is use it! Spell Check that is. I’ve talked alot in this blog about using your resume as a marketing tool. Build a campaign and stick to it. Would you be okay with Nike misspelling words in their advertising campaign? Would it change your opinion about the company’s product quality? […]
Contact by phone. . .More than a Voicemail
You’ve submitted your resume and the waiting game begins. How does one follow up that the resume was received, the position is still open, or if you have questions about the position? A well-trained receptionist will take messages for any calls he/she believes are regarding an open position. First, understand that HR Professionals are busy […]
The Coverletter-The Quick and Dirty
Learn how to craft effective cover letters with our quick guide. Understand the importance of personalization in making a strong impression.
