Do Now Take out the notes page from yesterday and complete page 2

Job Skills Do YOU know what it takes?

Table of Contents: 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

The Law

Child Labor Laws Vary from state to state 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview 18+ years old Any job Any hours Under 18 years old Non-hazardous Jobs Hour Restrictions

1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview Click the pictures to read more about labor laws.

The Job Search

Finding the Job for YOU First job is experience building stepping stone You may be able to find a job related to your career goal – maybe not Some jobs will surprise you 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

Finding the Job for YOU Jobs may introduce you to new experiences/ unexpected interests Jobs help you meet new people – NETWORKING: making contact with people or organizations that may help you in the future 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

Finding the Job for YOU If underage, still gain experience through volunteer work: – Church groups – Animal shelters – Nursing homes – School organizations/clubs Build your resumé & gain real world skills and knowledge 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

Finding the Job for YOU Where to Start: – Consider your options – Search for available positions – Create your resumé – Get out there & apply! 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

Consider Your Options Jobs of interest? Jobs that fit your age? Jobs that fit your schedule? Jobs fit your $$ needs? 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

Job Search Tips 1.Apply for as many as possible – But keep track of where you’ve applied! 2.Be prepared for a “No” – You may lack experience for many jobs 3.Be persistent – don’t give up after a few applications 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

Job Search Tips 4.Be ready to work – Employers are not looking for people who think they can tell them they don’t want to do this part of the job or won’t work weekends 5.Dress appropriately – Some employers do on-the-spot interviews! 6.Use your connections – It never hurts to ask people you know to help! 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

“Do Now” Wednesday December 3, 2014 Complete the first 4 lines of your resume: Name Address City/State/Zip Telephone

Your Resumé

A resumé is a document you create that shows: – Work experience – Volunteer experience – Contact info – References (adults who are not family members that could describe your character and responsibility) 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview Creating a resumé shows professionalism & preparation

Resumé Tips 1.Be “Professional” – Don’t use a silly or inappropriate address – Make sure your voic or answering machine message is appropriate for the call-backs you’ll be getting! is NOT a good choice! 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

2.Spelling Counts! – Computers may have spell-check... – But they DON’T have “what I meant to say” check! – YOU need to read & re-read your resumé – Let someone else read it! 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview Resumé Tips

3. Update, update, update! – Contact information – New employment skills/experience – Applicable outside interests/hobbies 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview Resumé Tips

4.Of course, BE HONEST – Don’t say you can speak Spanish, play guitar, tame a lion, if you CAN’T!! – You will be Busted! Embarrassed! FIRED!! 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview Resumé Tips

Applying

Applying for the Job Job Application – a special form you complete to show interest in a job Three ways to apply – In person – Online – In-store kiosk (like Publix) Don’t leave things blank. Instead write “N/A” (not applicable) 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

Applying for the Job Print & complete application beforehand Take all necessary information with you Dress appropriately – When picking up and returning applications – on-the-spot interviews!! 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

Applying for the Job Stand up straight & be mature – Head up, eye contact, confidence – Demonstrate ability to communicate – Show eagerness to get the job If they say “No, we’re not hiring...” – Respond with: “Well, if you do need someone in the future, please keep me in mind. Here’s a copy of my résumé.” 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

The Interview

What is an interview? Interview – meeting between a job applicant and a representative of the company This is how companies decide who to hire. 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

Why do companies interview? The company wants a good look at you! They want to see if you would fit in with the other employees. 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview Tall Man

Your Goal for the Interview 1.Be on time!!! 2.Make a good impression. – Dress like you mean business 3.Be honest and be prepared to ask as well as answer. 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

Four Phases of an Interview 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview Introduction Background Matching Skills To the Job Final Questions & Close

Personal introductions are made. The boss is getting his first impressions of you. Introductions

Questions are asked during this stage. Notes are taken and later compared. Background

The interviewer asks you if you have any questions for them. Be prepared with a little knowledge of the company. Matching Skills to the Job

When the employer determines if they want you for the job. Final Questions & Closing

First Impressions Shake hands Learn and use names Listen Ask intelligent questions Always say “thank you” – Send a card within 24 hours 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

After interviewing… Finally... Follow Up – Thank you note within a day – Wait a week to call – Make contact with the person who interviewed you – Be professional on the phone 1.The Law 2.The Job Search 3.Your Resumé 4.Applying 5.Interview

Sources & Resources (Better Business Bureau)