Job Shadow Professional Etiquette Presentation

Etiquette  Webster definition: The forms, manners, and ceremonies established by convention as acceptable or required in social relations, in a profession, or in official life.

Cover Letter asking for job shadow Tips  Letter should be one page.  Letter must be free of spelling errors.  Make sure you spell the person’s name you are sending the letter to correctly.  You need to spend time researching the company you want to shadow.

Sample Letter  Find the mistakes  Look at the proper letter

How to Make a Positive First Impression  Eye Contact  Handshake  Professional Dress  What you say and how you say it

Eye Contact  Make sure you look the person in the eyes when you introduce yourself and have conversation with them.

Good Eye Contact  Increases trust  Shows confidence and good interpersonal skills  Shows respect

BAD HANDSHAKES! Handshakes – The Pull In

The Two-Handed Shake

The Finger Squeeze

The Topper

The Bone Crusher

The Palm Pinch

The Limp Fish

The Proper Handshake Lasts about 3 seconds May be "pumped" once or twice from the elbow Is released after the shake, even if the introduction continues Hold your drink in your left hand to avoid a cold, wet handshake

Professional Dress General Rules to Follow- Gentlemen…  Cologne - Very Light  Match the color of your shoes to your belt  Wear dress socks rather than sport socks  No tennis shoes  Wear a Tie!

Men’s Suits  A solid white or blue dress shirt with long sleeves offers the most polished look. Conservative strips are also acceptable.  The more pattern and color you add, the more the focus is on your clothing, rather than your professionalism. Keep it simple.

Men’s Tie  Ties should be made of silk or a silk-like fabric.  Avoid the cartoon characters and go for simple and subtle if you want to enhance your credibility.  Depends on your industry. Pay attention to what your co-workers are wearing.

Men’s Belts & Shoes  Belts need to match or closely coordinate with your shoes. Once again, quality counts.  Shoes should without question be conservative, clean and well polished.  Socks should be calf-length or above. Make sure they match not only what you are wearing, but also each other.

Girls YES NO   Dress PantsShort Skirts   Dress Shoes Flip Flops   Skirt (knee length) Sandals   Nylons or Dress Socks   Blouse Jeans   SweaterCargo Pants   Suit

Professional Dress General Rules to Follow- Ladies… Jewelry – Rule of 3 Perfume- Very Light Make-up- Natural Looking Skirts- at least Knee length…with Nylons Shoes- Avoid open toe shoes, no sandals Avoid the Trendy Look- stick to professional

Create a Professional Look Woman

Remember You represent the Appleton Career Academy  Be Kind  Be courteous  Say please and thank you