Getting Ready For Employment

What are we going to do ? Give you the tools to succeed in getting a job

What are we going to do ? Give you the tools to succeed in getting a job Why are we doing it ? To take you from THIS

What are we going to do ? Give you the tools to succeed in getting a job Why are we doing it ? To take you from THIS to THIS

What are we going to do ? Give you the tools to succeed in getting a job Why are we doing it ? To take you from THIS to THIS How are we going to get there ? 1)Build a Resume 2)Work on Interview Skills 3)Participate in a Mock Interview

Traits and Skills Worksheet Traits are distinguishing features of a person’s character. Review the traits listed below and circle or highlight the Traits you have: Punctual Multi-Tasking Ambitious Willingness to Learn Manage Time Organized Detail Oriented Honest Self-Motivated Results Oriented Helpful Team Player Dependable Practical Problem Solver Positive Attitude Loyal Fast Learner Assertive Humorous Responsibility Creative Good Communication Skills Analytical Trustworthy Hard Worker Leader Friendly Compassionate Energetic On time Able to do more than 1 thing at a time Go-getter Learn new things AND re-learn old skills You can order tasks from most important to least important Everything has a place The little things count Tell the truth Do what needs to be done without someone telling you Start with the end in mind Like to help People rely on you Know your limits If you see something wrong, fix it without being asked Happy to do something you don’t like Work well in a group Stick with a job Learn quickly Take the lead Funny Relied upon to get it done Think “Outside of the Box” Talk and people understand you well Take a lot of data and organize it Someone you can trust Put forth effort Take charge Nice to strangers Caring Have a lot of energy, never tired ***For short definitions, click on traits in order starting at the left column, working your way down, then proceed to the following columns to its right. Advance slide by using “arrow” key on key board OR right click and select “next slide”***

Skills the ability to do something well through experience or training.

Name Address Phone

Name Address Phone

A starting job with an opportunity to advance and grow An easy job where you don’t have to work hard A job you plan on staying at for the rest of your life

A starting job with an opportunity to advance and grow An easy job where you don’t have to work hard A job you plan on staying at for the rest of your life A Bachelors, Doctorate, or Associates Degree You need be enrolled in or attending college Just be someone willing to learn, positive, and reliable

A starting job with an opportunity to advance and grow An easy job where you don’t have to work hard A job you plan on staying at for the rest of your life A Bachelors, Doctorate, or Associates Degree Just be someone willing to learn, positive, and reliable You need be enrolled in or attending college Cook, Doctor, Lead Mechanic, Head Welder Principal, Manager, Owner, CEO, Supervisor Dishwasher, Host, Courtesy Clerk, Field Hand, Janitor

A starting job with an opportunity to advance and grow Someone who is willing to learn, positive, and reliable Dishwasher, Host, Courtesy Clerk, Field Hand, Janitor

Now you need to know: WHO? WHAT? Time and Day WHERE? HOW do you get there? and WHERE will you meet once you’re there? Who will you be interviewing with? What’s their NAME?

Do we interview? They have seen your resume – you qualify!!! They want to put a face to the resume and most importantly, discover what kind of person you are! This is an opportunity for the employer to learn about you!

Punctual Multi-tasking Ambitious Manage Time Organized Detail Oriented Self-Motivated Helpful Team Player Practical Problem Solver Loyal Fast Learner Assertive Humorous Creative Analytical Trustworthy Results Oriented Good Communication Skills Friendly Compassionate Energetic Responsible Leader

(example: main interview do’s and don’ts) 5:28

Now you need to know: WHERE are you going and HOW are you getting there? How long will it take you to get there? How many minutes should you arrive before the interview?

Now you need to know: WHERE are you going and HOW are you getting there? How long will it take you to get there? The name of the person you are interviewing. Where in the building are you meeting? How many minutes should you arrive before the interview? How many copies of your resume should you have? WHO are they for?

Now you need to know: WHERE are you going and HOW are you getting there? How long will it take you to get there? The name of the person you are interviewing. Where in the building are you meeting? How many minutes should you arrive before the interview? How many copies of your resume should you have? WHO are they for?

Now you need to know: WHERE are you going and HOW are you getting there? How long will it take you to get there? The name of the person you are interviewing. Where in the building are you meeting? How many minutes should you arrive before the interview? How many copies of your resume should you have? WHO are they for?

Additional Videos: (dress to impress girl) (dress to impress guy) (general dress to impress) 2:10

1.Thank you! 2.Smile 3.Handshake “Thank you for your time, I hope you hear from you soon.”

Tell me about yourself! I am a _________________ at ___________________ High School. I am involved in ____________________ and ______________________. I enjoy _______________________ and ______________________. I am __________________, ____________________, and ______________. Don’t forget to close the interview

Why do you want to work here? I have always wanted to work________________________________. I would like to learn and develop new job skills. I would also like to earn extra money so I can _______________________. Don’t forget to close the interview

If you mess up your answer – IT’S OK!!! Remember to: 1: Apologize and take a deep breath 2: Think about your answer 3: Try that answer again It’s ok to admit that you’re nervous, sometimes it helps calm you down.

If you mess up your answer – IT’S OK!!! Remember to: 1: Apologize and take a deep breath It’s ok to admit that you’re nervous, sometimes it helps calm you down. WHAT IF you don’t know how to answer a question? Ask them to repeat or rephrase Answer it the best you can POINTERS: Let them get to know you Brag a little BE HONEST First interview? Admit if you’re nervous! Really want the job and you’re nervous – tell them!!! Lots of smiles

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Interviewer: Do you have any questions for me?!? What are you looking for in an employee? -and/or- What is the next step in the hiring process? What does a typical day look like? What type of training can I expect? Is there potential for advancement in the company? What do you like about working for this company?

The employer will do one or more of the following: 1.Say “Thank you for coming in” “We will get back to you once we have finished our interviews” “Nice meeting you” Or something similar to the above statements 2.Stand up 3.Offer a handshake Don’t forget to close the interview

Would I hire me?!? Last Mirror Check! Shower Hair is combed or brushed Clothing is not wrinkled No gum Teeth are clean Breath is fresh Smell good (but not overpowering) Phone is off (and stays off until the interview is over) When you meet your interviewer: Smile Body Language Shake their hand firmly, but don’t squeeze If you have to wait….  Don’t have headphones in your ear  Don’t interrupt if somebody is talking  Don’t roam or fidget  Don’t be rude if you are kept waiting  Don’t have anybody with you!