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Wednesday, August 27, 2008 ..:: Employment ::..   Login
 Steps Toward Finding A Job Minimize
  • Inform friends and relatives who know your skills that you are seeking employment.
  • Approach personnel departments.  Arrange for interviews to determine your career choices and make contacts.
  • Review newspapers to learn about local companies- thier products and procerdures.  Determine what you can offer these companies.
  • Check the yellow pages and the classified ads in your area.
  • Use the Internet to serach for jobs.
  • Research jobs at your local public library, community college, or high school career center.
  • Be creative- gain experience and develop new skills by volunteering.
  • Learn about job opportunitities and develop contacts by attending community meetings. 
      

 Interviewing Preparations & Tips Minimize

Preparations:

  • Learn something about the company
  • Have a specific job in mind
  • Review your qualifications for the job
  • Be prepared to answer broad questions about yourself, your interests, and qualifications
  • Be prepared to ask meansingful questions
  • Practice mock interviews
  • Type a resume to bring to the interview
  • Take a blue/black ink pen
  • Bring copies of certificates of related training and letters of reference

During the Interview:

  • Be neat and well groomed
  • Dress appropriately
  • Remember good posture and eye contact
  • Be on time... arrive early preferably
  • Answer questions directly and truthfully
  • Be well-mannered
  • Use proper grammar
  • Be enthusiastic and cooperative
  • Show a sincere interest in the company
  • Speak up
  • Always thank the interviewer for his/her time 
      

 Keeping A Job Minimize
  • Know and follow company rules and regulations
  • Get along with your employer and your co-workers
  • Give a full day's work for a full day's pay
  • Be on time for work- this includes breaks and lunch
  • If you must be absent from your job, call your supervisor beforehand
  • Follow directions accurately- take notes if needed
  • Be responsible for you actions.  If you make a mistake or don't know something admit it and ask questions.
  • Always communicate in a positive way and remember that your behavior talks- so SMILE
  • Be eager to learn
  • Be loyal and dedicated
      

 Know Your Rights as An Employee Minimize
      

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