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My E-Portfolio. Caitlin Chandler. Job Application. Resume. Home. Intro. Bio. Research. Cover Letter. Reference Sheet. Letter of Resignation. Interview . Thank You. Introduction.
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My E-Portfolio Caitlin Chandler Job Application Resume Home Intro Bio Research Cover Letter Reference Sheet Letter of Resignation Interview Thank You
Introduction This E-Portfolio was created to share information on interview skills and employment skills. The information contains critical skills that you need in order to get a job. http://www.nextsteps.org/ is a great place to learn more about these skills. Job Application Home Intro Bio Research Resume Cover Letter Reference Sheet Letter of Resignation Interview Thank You
Biography My name is Caitlin Chandler and I am 14 years old. I was born and raised in Texas and I am a sophomore at Allen High School. My favorite things are being a competitive cheerleader, hanging out with friends, being in New York City, and the beach. JobApplication Home Intro Bio Research Resume Cover Letter Reference Sheet Letter of Resignation Interview Thank You
Research • It is important to research what jobs interest you and what jobs you would be successful at. • You can take a self evaluation test to try and figure out what fields and occupations would best suit you. • When I completed the self evaluation test it suggested that I focus on the field of journalism. • You can take the self evaluation test at http://www.nextsteps.org/career/index.html Job Application Home Intro Bio Research Resume Cover Letter Reference Sheet Letter of Resignation Interview Thank You
Job Application • Job applications are a very important part of the job process. Job applications are like a first impression so it’s important to make a good one. Some tips to a great job application are: • Share information that would make you stand out in a positive way • Be neat and tidy • Use proper English • Be confident Example Job Application Job Application Home Intro Bio Research Resume Cover Letter Reference Sheet Letter of Resignation Interview Thank You
Resume • A resume is a description of yourself that includes all your activities and awards. It should show off all of your accomplishments. To make your resume the best it can be make sure: • It is typed • It has lots of white space • It has been proofread • It is all accurate information Example Resume Job Application Home Intro Bio Research Resume Cover Letter Reference Sheet Letter of Resignation Interview Thank You
Cover Letter A cover letter just adds to the resume • Try and link yourself to the employer by naming your referral • Keep the letter interesting and organized Example Cover Letter Job Application Home Intro Bio Research Resume Cover Letter Reference Sheet Letter of Resignation Interview Thank You
Reference Sheet • Reference sheets are meant to help your credibility with the employer • You want to chose who you use as a reference wisely, you don’t want someone who will be negative about you Example Reference Sheet Job Application Home Intro Bio Research Resume Cover Letter Reference Sheet Letter of Resignation Interview Thank You
Interview Interviews are another important part of the job process, they are the first impression of how you will be representing the company • You have questions prepared • It is important to make sure you are on time • You are dressed appropriately Common Interview Questions Job Application Home Intro Bio Research Resume Cover Letter Reference Sheet Letter of Resignation Interview Thank You
Thank You • After the interview it is always good to send a thank you letter to show that you are dedicated Sample Thank You Letter Job Application Home Intro Bio Research Resume Cover Letter Reference Sheet Letter of Resignation Interview Thank You
Letter of Resignation • The letter of resignation is a letter that notifies your employer that you are leaving • It is important to send this letter two or more weeks prior to your leaving • The letter should include your reasons why and should be an overall positive letter Sample Letter of Resignation Job Application Home Intro Bio Research Resume Cover Letter Reference Sheet Letter of Resignation Interview Thank You