Archive for June, 2006
How to ruin any job interview
You’re lying on your bed listening to your favorite new CD, daydreaming about your plans for life after the last day of school. Suddenly the music stops. There at the foot of your bed are your parents, just standing there with serious expressions on their faces. You haven’t seen that expression in four years–not since they told you that Harriet the hamster had moved up to that big exercise wheel in the sky. You’re ready for the worst.”Dear,” your mother begins hesitantly, “…well, your dad will explain”"What your mother is trying to say,” he says uncomfortably, “is that we both agree that it’s time for you to look for a summer job.”A summer job? That is definitely not what you had planned for those sizzling, sunny days of summer. Oh no, a job did not factor into your future visions of lazy days at the beach and endless evenings spent cruising the hottest spots in town. Nope, “Did you want fries with that?” absolutely does not fit into your summer plans. Read more
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No commentsHow to get your foot in the door
“I have always loved working with kids,” explains Brittany. “I volunteered at the local day care center as soon as I could. When they offered me a regular part-time job this past summer, I wasn’t too surprised.”Brittany didn’t have to weigh whether she wanted this job or not. Her years of experience there had already taught her what she needed to know about the job and the workplace. It’s called getting your foot in the door–and that is exactly what you need to do when you are thinking about getting a job.Walking into a job “cold,” or completely unfamiliar with what the position requires, is not only scary, it can be disastrous. You could find out–too late–that you either don’t like the job or are not really suited for it. Protect yourself and get a job you really enjoy by wedging a toe in the front door. Here are some popular ways to find out if a job is really for you–and to make a great impression on a future boss at the same time. Read more
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No commentsPreparing for the job hunt
Finding that good job isn’t about luck; it’s about preparation. The more you know about yourself, the job market, and the hiring process, the more likely you are to find a job that’s right for you.Before You StartEven before you fill out the first application, take some time to think through what you want from the job. Most employment professionals recommend narrowing your focus. Do you just need a paycheck, or are you trying to gain experience in a career field that interests you? Are you the kind of person who wants to be outdoors, or would an office job suit you better? What hours can you work? Do you have your own transportation? Read more
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