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1. Suppose you had to evaluate which of these books would be the most entertaining for your class to read? …and you could only spend 30 seconds per book to do it! What is it that would make one book stand out from all of the others?
2. Looking for employment can be just as difficult. However, this time, YOUare the ‘book’! And most interviewers will spend no more than 30 seconds lookingat your resume and deciding if they feel that you are a serious candidate for the job. Plus, your competition is even more intense as numerous other skilled persons vie for the same position that you seek.
3. So, when you’re out searching for that dream job what is it that will set you apart…. From the Crowd?
4. Just having the skills that employers want is not enough…. You must, also, be able to effectively convincethe interviewerthat you have the skills they are looking for! It is often not the person who has the best skills that gets the job, but the one who interviews best!

5. This Unit will help you to stand out from your competition when on a job interview in the following ways:

   You will learn how to: Create a winning resume and cover letter Prepare for the job interview Conduct yourself when being interviewed. Dress for success
6. Hi, I’m Alicia! And in one word you will learn to be… Confident!

7. How to. . .

   Create a Winning Resume
8. The Resume The resume is a summary of your experiences and accomplishments. It is the means by which you present yourself as a qualified applicant for employment. The basic parts of a resume are: Personal Information Objective Education Experience References
9. The Resume Include: Name Address Phone number Email address Personal Information Do not include information such as: Age, gender, SS#. Caution: Have an “adult” email address. Be sure that none of the web sites or social networks to which you may belong contain anything that might be considered offensive.
10. The Resume Objective An ‘objective’ is a statement oriented specifically to the job that you are seeking to fill.
11. The Resume A list of schools you have attended or technical certificate courses you have taken. Include any honors, awards, diploma’s or certificates that you have achieved. Education
12. The Resume A list of relevant jobs you have had in the past and up to the present. Also include work-based learning experience and apprenticeships. Experience
13. Remember! To get the job you must pass the interview! To get the interview you must have an effective resume! Video: How to write a resume.

14. How to. . .

    Create a Winning Cover Letter
15. The Cover Letter The cover letter accompanies the resume for the purpose of introducing yourselfto your prospective employer. It should briefly state that you have the skills that the employer wants; and motivate them to give your resume a closer look. Personal Information
16. The Cover Letter Include: Name Address Phone number Email address Personal Information Your letterhead, text and paper should be the same as on your resume. Do not include information such as: Age, gender, SS#. Caution: Have an “adult” email address. Be sure that none of the web sites or social networks to which you may belong contain anything that might be considered offensive.
17. The addressee The Cover Letter Personal Information Correct name Correct spelling Correct title Your letterhead, text and paper should be the same as on your resume.
18. The 1st sentence The Cover Letter Personal Information What is it you’re applying for. How you found out about the open position.
19. The body The Cover Letter Explain how your experience and training qualifies you for the position. Be sure to leave contact information. Personal Information
20. Remember! Your cover letter is your letter of introduction. The Cover Letter Personal Information It should briefly state that you have the skills they want! Video: How To Write a Cover Letter

21. How to. . .

    Dress for Success
22. Compare this women’s two interview outfits. Which looks more professional? Dress for Success Your interview begins before you even open your mouth! Personal Information Grooming Posture Hands Stockings Shoes Clothing Jewelry Manners Bag Most interviewers will decide within the first 10 minutes if they feel that you are a serious candidate for the job.
23. Women's Business Attire Dress for Success Personal Information
24. Dress for Success Men's Business Attire
25. Dress for Success Personal Information
26. Remember! You only get one chance to make a good 1st impression! Dress for Success Personal Information So, to dress for success… you must dress to impress!!

27. How to. . .

    Prepare for the Interview 7 Tips
28. Preparing for the Interview Tip 1 Analyze the Job Analyze the job description to see what the company is looking for in a candidate. List the qualities and skills required by the employer. Match your qualities and skills to those of the employer to see if you qualify.
29. Preparing for the Interview Tip 2 Research the Company Find out as much as you can about the company. For example: “What kind of business are they in?” What type of products do they make?” “How successful have they been?” This will help you both answer interview questions, and ask the interviewer questions.
30. Preparing for the Interview Tip 3 Practice Interview Questions Take time to practice probable interview questions. Look up proper responses to the tough questions on the internet. Practice interview questions ahead of time with a family member or a friend. Video:
31. How would you answer these typical interview questions?
32. You will need to practice a response to each of these questions so that the answers flow from you.
33. Preparing for the Interview Tip 4 Make sure your interview clothes are ready. Don’t wait till the last minute to get your interview clothes ready. Make sure that they are cleaned and pressed well in advance of your interview.
34. Preparing for the Interview Tip 5 What you need to bring Bring a portfolio with you with extra copies of your resume, references and samples of your work. Also bring a list of questions for the interviewer. However, DO NOT bring your cellphone, gum or anything that you might ‘fiddle’ with.
35. Preparing for the Interview Tip 6 Get directions Know where you need to go and how to get there. You may need to take a “dry run” so that you will not be late on the day of your interview.
36. Preparing for the Interview Tip 7 Practice interview etiquette Do: Greet everyone enthusiastically Shake hands, firmly Maintain eye contact Sit up in your chair Be attentive, listen closely. Do not: Bring in your cellphone Chew gum Sit down until invited to do so Talk excessively Lets practice how to enter the interviewers office.
37. Do’s and Don’ts Video
38. Don’t Say ‘Um’ Game The rules: You will be given a random subject and you must speak on it for thirty seconds without using any mannerisms such as; ‘um’, ‘uah’, ‘ah’ or ‘like’.
39. These tips will help you to be confidentwhen you go on a job interview.
40. 6 Interview Evaluation Form 6 6 6 6 6 36 x 2.778 = 100 36
41. Congratulations! You’re Hired! Created by Charles E. Haynes