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Working a Job Fair. Efficient & Effective- From NVR. Check It Out. Determine WHO is going to be there Select WHO you want to talk to Base your decision on: Type of opportunities advertised Type/Reputation of organization. NOW, Research. Research the Companies you have decided to approach
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Working a Job Fair Efficient & Effective-From NVR
Check It Out • Determine WHO is going to be there • Select WHO you want to talk to • Base your decision on: • Type of opportunities advertised • Type/Reputation of organization
NOW, Research • Research the Companies you have decided to approach • Why? It’s a great conversation starter
At the Fair • Stop to see your identified organizations-Select 8-10 companies • Don’t start with your favorite first • If you have extra time, visit with others • Collect business cards & info that maybe in addition to what is on the web
Overall Conduct at the Fair • Dress Professional • Don’t get all the freebies • Remember, employers can see (and usually hear) you at all times. Conduct yourself accordingly. • Be Courteous to all.
You are being assessed-Employers do observe your behavior • Body Language • Do not fidget, play with your hair. • Do not rock from side to side. • Do not look around when talking or being spoken to. • Do not chew gum. • Communication • Listen carefully • Avoid "um", "like", "you know." • Show confidence in your voice
Follow-up: After the Job Fair • Determine your hot prospects. • Write them a thank you note, indicating how you met them and your interest in their company, the job or both. • Stay in pursuit • Keep those business cards and log them in a Network Directory-We will begin this NOW.
Develop & Practice Your Introduction • “Hi my name is--- and I am majoring in Psychology. I have done quite a lot of research about your company on the website and would like to know more about the training program. Also I would like to know what you think are the positive attributes about working for XXX and why to chose to work for them.”
Wrap it Up Leave a lasting Impression • Return to the booths of the companies you liked most. • Thank them one last time for giving you their time. • Express that you are looking forward to speaking with them again, soon. • Don't overdo it, but be polite and assertive.