Money Management Chapter Three Notes Getting the Job! The ________________________________________________________ introduces you to the potential employer and gives you a chance to sell your qualifications. Contents of an application letter Should be specific, interesting and direct Tell why you are writing and how you heard about the job opening. Give reasons why you should be considered for the job. Use full sentences which explain your qualifications and interest in the company. Check out the following link for examples! http://www.capital.edu/cc/car/cscldmodel.htm Use proper letter formatting _________________________________ – make sure it gets to the right place! Writing style should be conversational but professional! _________________________________ – also known as the greeting. Make sure you know who you are writing to! _________________________________ – the body of the letter contains four basic parts and should be between three and four paragraphs long. Should attract attention, state your interest, make them want to interview you, and request that the employer take action. __________________– ATTENTION, INTEST, DESIRE, ACTION! ________________________________________ – Sincerely yours or some other appropriate phrase courteously ends your letter. The Résumé can be arranged to suit personal preferences. Typically includes: _________________________________________ – name, address, contact information _________________________________________ – short, assertive statement indication your job/career goal. Make it forward looking, interesting, and specific. Avoid weak and unimpressive statements such as “Any type of work in an office” or “Sales Clerk” __________________________________ – start with high school. Use most recent and move backwards. May wish to include major areas of study (especially as it relates to the job you’re applying for), grade point average, extracurricular activities and scholastic honors. __________________________________ – List all jobs, paid or unpaid. Can include assisting at school functions, working as a teacher’s aide, and any part-time or full-time jobs. Include CONTACT INFORMATION, job title and job duties. __________________________________ – You may have additional skills you want to bring to the employer’s attention. For instance, if it’s a job that requires computer skills you may want to list classes you’ve taken, software you know how to use etc… _________________________________ are persons who have known you for at least one year and can provide information about your character and achievements. References should be over 18 and should NOT be related to you. Best reference are teachers, school counselors, former employers and adults in business. Be sure to ask the permission of anybody you are going to use as a reference If you don’t have room for references on your resume, you should have a separate page prepared OR have a few _________________________________ stashed away! When you visit a company to interview or inquire about a job you will probably be asked to fill out a _____________________________________________! Do: The _______________________________________ is a procedure in which you are questioned about the statements you’ve made AND about your qualifications for employment with that company. You should spend time preparing for an interview Be prepared for open-ended questions like “Tell me about yourself” and “Why do you want to work for us” or “What do you see yourself doing in five years” Avoid rambling on BUT don’t give one-word answers Emphasize your skills, achievements, and career plans It helps if you learn something about your potential employer. Think of a question or two to ask the interviewer. Arrive on time, dress appropriately, go alone, appear poised and self-confident, be courteous, be polite, accurate and honest! Afterwards, _________________________________ is essential. Positive contact with the employer after the interview will remind the employer of your personality and qualifications. One of the best ways to accomplish this is through a ____________________________________. Writing a short letter expressing your appreciation for the interview is an awesome idea! Click on this link for examples of a thank you letter! http://www.uah.edu/careerservices/students/tutorials/content_thank_you_letter_ex.html