Your ‘Job Hunting Journey’

�鶹AV Admin — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 17:48:25 +0000

Organizations in the greater Bangor area are very interested in hiring �鶹AV graduates for many reasons including the hands-on training students’ receive, licensure/certifications and technical proficiency. But no matter how well trained and well positioned �鶹AV graduates are, they, like all job seekers, have a better chance of success if they avoid these common JOB HU�鶹AVNG mistakes.

NOT BEING PROACTIVE

Target 5 to 10 prospective employers daily and submit applications, either online or in person.

RELYING SOLELY ON THE INTERNET

In a Monster College survey, 78% of job seekers said that networking was a key factor in employment. Improve your networking by joining organizations, charity, and setting up a LinkedIn page . Also, read

FAILING TO FOLLOW UP

It is not enough to send a resume and pray the phone rings. A 2 or 3 day follow up call is a key way to let the employer know that YOU ARE INTERESTED!

APPEARING UNPROFESSIONAL

Translation: Don’t assume FACEBOOK privacy settings keep your youthful antics away from a curious employers scrutiny

NOT TAKING THE JOB INTERVIEW SERIOUSLY

Above all be PREPARED! Research the company, dress appropriately, and be prepared to answer tough interview questions such as “where do you see yourself in 3 years ” or “what are your weaknesses”.

Attending an Interview workshop will help you with overcoming these obstacles and prepare you for a successful Job Hunting Journey.

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Your ‘Job Hunting Journey’