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How to get the job you want… & how to keep it!

How to get the job you want… & how to keep it!. VIDEO. Learning Objectives. The youth will learn job seeking skills The youth will learn the some common mistakes made on resumes The youth will learn the proper interview techniques The youth will discuss job maintenance skills. Job Searching.

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How to get the job you want… & how to keep it!

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  1. How to get the job you want…& how to keep it!

  2. VIDEO

  3. Learning Objectives • The youth will learn job seeking skills • The youth will learn the some common mistakes made on resumes • The youth will learn the proper interview techniques • The youth will discuss job maintenance skills

  4. Job Searching • Where do you start??

  5. Job Searching • Websites/Newspapers • In person • Family/friends • Teachers/Guidance Counselors • Volunteering & Internships

  6. Job Applications

  7. SOME COMMON MISTAKES… • Sloppy Handwriting • Incorrect contact information • Misspellings • Incomplete data • Not knowing what job you are applying for

  8. The resume • Why is it important? • Do you have a resume?

  9. Resume Activity

  10. I got the interview!! What else do I need to know to succeed?

  11. Before the interview… • Practice • Do your homework • Make a plan • Get the inside scoop • Bring a pen and pad, • portfolio, or folder

  12. Suzie’s Kitchen Suzie’s Kitchen is hiring Servers. The business hours are from: 8am- 8pm Servers should be outgoing, customer oriented, able to multi task, be able to work in a fast paced environment, be a team player, be willing to assist where ever they are needed, and have a desire to take on a leadership role.

  13. Suzie’s Kitchen Suzie’s Kitchen is hiring Servers. The business hours are from: 8am- 8pm Servers should be outgoing, customer oriented, able to multi task, be able to work in a fast paced environment, be a team player, be willing to assist where ever they are needed, and have a desire to take on a leadership role.

  14. Mock Interview Activity

  15. Interview do’s • Be prepared to fill it paperwork • Be friendly, smile, and act interested • Listen closely and ask ?’s • Thank the employer for interview

  16. Interview don’ts • Chew gum, smoke • Use your cell phone • Ask about salary, benefits, or vacation time • Bring up personal issues • Talk negatively • The don’t say “UM” game…

  17. Dressing for Success

  18. You want to look like this…

  19. Neat Hair Neatly shaven Warm smile Portfolio Clean, ironed, button down shirt Pants fit well, not too tight Clean, pressed pants, with no holes, no sag

  20. …not like this

  21. Social media Don’t let me cost you the job!

  22. So you just had the interview..

  23. Follow up • Send thank you note or email – NO TEXT TALK

  24. June 8, 2012 Dear Ms. Manager, Thank you for giving me the opportunity to interview with you and the rest of your team today. From your description of the position and the interview questions, the Customer Service Representative position sounds both challenging and rewarding. I look forward to your decision concerning adding me on as your newest team member. Thank you again for considering me for the position. I can be reached at (804)867-5309 should you need any additional information. Sincerely, Job Seeker Jamal

  25. You got the job! Now what?

  26. How to keep your job • Be on time • Show initiative • Network • Always be willing to learn

  27. Any questions??

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