1. MEET THE FIRMS Fall 2016

2. Meet the Firms October 7, 2016 LBJ Ballroom 1:00-3:00 P.M.
36 confirmed firms
Big 4, Regional, and local

3. October 7, 2016 1 P.M.- 3 P.M. LBJ Ballroom
Meet the Firms
October 7, 2016
1 P.M.- 3 P.M.
LBJ Ballroom

4. Resume Due September 30 at 9 P.M. How-to Instructions on
“MeetTheFirmResumeBook” TRACS and website
MUST bring extra copies for Meet the Firms

5. What to Bring Padfolio Copies of your Resume Pen(s) Name Tag
Bookstore, Office Depot, Target
Copies of your Resume
FedEX by CVS
Professional type of paper
Pen(s)
Name Tag
Mints (not gum)

6. What to Wear for Women Outfit: Stick to Conservative
Business suit or skirt suit
Black knee-length skirt or pants
Nice blouse and a blazer
Closed toe black shoes (heels below 3 inches)
No excessive jewelry, make up, or perfume
Stick to Conservative
Nothing too tight, sheer, or flashy
If in doubt- it’s probably a no
Banana Republic, Target, H&M, J. Crew, Ann Taylor
Ask friends for help!

7. What to Wear for Men The Suit: The Shirt: The Tie Shoes and Socks:
Sold color conservative suit such as black, navy
Jacket should match pants.
The Shirt:
Neutral color such as white or beige; avoid bright colors and large prints. Button-down collar.
The Tie
Conservative silk tie that matches the colors in the suit. use solids, stripes or small patterns.
Shoes and Socks:
Leather, black or brown to match the suit. Buy a reversible belt to save money!
Shoes must match belt.
Dark socks that match the suit color.
The Hair:
Neat, professional hairstyle. Facial hair should be neatly trimmed, if any at all. Know your industry and how conservative it is.

8. Research, Research, Research
Know your preferences
Prepare questions to ask the firms
5 questions per firm
Search website for things that interest you
Practice these questions
Network among your accounting peers
Remember to take down notes
Make yourself be memorable (in a good way)

9. Talking to a Firm Introduce yourself Resume
Elevator speech (name, graduate date, etc.)
Resume
Point out accomplishments
Explain anything if needed
Ask them if they have any questions OR
Ask them one of your PREPARED questions
Shake their hand, say thank you
Ask how you should follow up or a take a business card

10. Following Up Email everyone you spoke to Be professional
If you have time, send a thank you card OR
Hand deliver a thank you card
PERSONALIZE them
Be professional
It’s okay to be yourself and laugh
Just remember to stay professional

11. Overwhelmed? We are here to help
Talk to a Becker Professional or an officer
We will introduce you to a firm!
Have a list of what firms you want to talk to
Prioritize the list
Don’t start with your number 1 firm
Practice makes perfect

12. Most Importantly Have a good attitude! Be professional and smile
We were all students once
GOOD LUCK!

13. Questions? Use Beta Alpha Psi Kappa – Eta Website as a resource
This presentation will be posted
one of us if you have any other questions
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