International Business College Vet Tech Institute OFFICE ADMINISTATION *MEDICAL ASSISTING ACCOUNTING COMPUTER SPECIALIST COMPUTER PROGRAMMING NETWORK MANAGEMENT GRAPHIC DESIGN *TRAVEL AND HOSPITALITY *EXPANDED FUNCTION DENTAL ASSISTING *VETERINARY TECHNICIAN PARALEGAL LEGAL ADMINISTRATION = 2 MONTH EXTERNSHIP
Judge Interviews Mentor and/or Counselor Interviews College Interviews Job Interviews Special Interest Interviews Scholarship Interviews How many interviews?
Benefits of Interviewing 1. Demonstrate Interest 2. Highlight Strengths 3. Explain Special Circumstances 4. Convey Personality 5. Exchange Information
° Document Preparation ° Self Preparation ° Question & Answer Preparation The Keys to Success
YOUR RÉSUMÉ …a reflection of who you are DOCUMENT PREPARATION
TRANSFERABLE SKILLS Oral and Written Communication Interpersonal Skills Working Effectively in a Team Leadership Problem Solving Customer Service Research or Analytical Skills Computer Skills Decision Making Follow Through OrganizationListening Overcoming Obstacles Positive Attitude Attention to DetailCreative Ideas Ability to Juggle Multiple Tasks Coping Skills Commitment to Completing TasksMotivation DOCUMENT PREPARATION International Business CollegeVet Tech Institute
CreatedDevelopedResolved Upgraded PlannedManaged Analyzed OverhauledCoordinated Initiated FacilitatedMaintained Implemented NegotiatedIdentified Strengthened ImprovedOrganized AchievedAssessedExpanded CoachedEstablishedProposed Action Verbs DOCUMENT PREPARATION
► Write a rough draft. 1.Resume DOCUMENT PREPARATION ► Have others proof read it. ► Keep the final draft updated. ► “KISS” Keep it short and simple. ► Print on quality paper. ► Write a strong subject line for s. ► BOLD HEADINGS and KEY WORDS ► Omit personal information & salary expectations. ► Use ACTION VERBS to emphasize strengths & skills.
2. Cover Letter 3. High School Transcript DOCUMENT PREPARATION Introduce yourself. State your objective. Tell how you learned about the job. Briefly highlight two or three of your skills and qualifications. Communicate your interest. Ask for an interview. Provide your contact information.
4.Professional References People who can speak positively on your behalf: Teachers, Part-time Employers, Volunteer Coordinators, Mentors, Counselors, Church Members, Coaches DOCUMENT PREPARATION character ■ work ethic ■ skill sets ■ experience ■
Network On-line Searches
Research : Company, School or Organization Connection, Attitude and Passion BODY LANGUAGE : NON VERBAL EXPRESSIONS ***Before you can convince the interviewer, you have to believe it yourself.***
NON VERBAL EXPRESSIONS: Words tell a story, but body language tells the entire story. Words create only a 7% impact. 1. EYE CONTACT 2. FACIAL EXPRESSIONS 3. POSTURE 4. GESTURES 5. HANDSHAKE 6. SPACE
Appropriate* Conservative* Polished* Clean * Dressy
COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 1.Tell me about yourself. 2.What is your greatest strength? 3.What is your greatest weakness? 4.What are your interests? 5.What is your greatest accomplishment? 6.What is a challenge you have faced and how did you overcome it? 7.Where do you see yourself in 5 or 10 years?
● Ask questions. ● Say “ Thank you.” ● Shake hands. ● Send handwritten “Thank You”. ● Write impressions immediately. ● Ask questions. ● Say “ Thank you.” ● Shake hands. ● Send handwritten “Thank You”. ● Write impressions immediately.
OFFICE ADMINISTATION *MEDICAL ASSISTING ACCOUNTING COMPUTER SPECIALIST COMPUTER PROGRAMMING NETWORK MANAGEMENT GRAPHIC DESIGN *TRAVEL AND HOSPITALITY *EXPANDED FUNCTION DENTAL ASSISTING *VETERINARY TECHNICIAN PARALEGAL LEGAL ADMINISTRATION * = 2 MONTH EXTERNSHIP For more information visit International Business College Vet Tech Institute
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