Getting ReadyFor

Employment

What are we going to do?Give you the tools to succeed in getting a job

 

What are we going to do?Give you the tools to succeed in getting a job

Why are we doing it? To take you from THIS

 

What are we going to do?Give you the tools to succeed in getting a job

Why are we doing it? To take you from THIS

to THIS

 

What are we going to do?Give you the tools to succeed in getting a job

Why are we doing it? To take you from THIS

to THIS

How are we going to get there?1) Build a Resume2) Work on Interview Skills3) Participate in a Mock Interview

Traits and Skills Worksheet

Traits are distinguishing features of a person’s character.Review the traits listed below and circle or highlight the Traits you have:

Punctual

Multi-Tasking

Ambitious

Willingness to Learn

Manage Time

Organized

Detail Oriented

Honest

Self-Motivated

Results Oriented

Helpful

Team Player

Dependable

Practical

Problem Solver

Positive Attitude

Loyal

Fast Learner

Assertive

Humorous

Responsibility

Creative

Good Communication         Skills

Analytical

Trustworthy

Hard Worker

Leader

Friendly

Compassionate

Energetic

On timeAble to do more than 1 thing at a timeGo-getterLearn new things AND re-learn old skillsYou can order tasks from most important to least importantEverything has a placeThe little things countTell the truth

Do what needs to be done without someone telling youStart with the end in mindLike to help 

People rely on youKnow your limitsIf you see something wrong, fix it without being askedHappy to do something you don’t like

Work well in a group

Stick with a jobLearn quicklyTake the lead

FunnyRelied upon to get it doneThink “Outside of the Box”

Talk and people understand you well

Take a lot of data and organize itSomeone you can trust

Put forth effortTake charge

Nice to strangersCaring

Have a lot of energy, never tired

***For short definitions, click on traits in order starting at the left column, working       your way down, then proceed to the following columns to its right. Advance slide    by using “arrow” key on key board OR right click and select “next slide”***

Skills the ability to do something well through experience or training.

ResumeNameAddressPhoneE-mail

Header Education

ExtracurricularActivities and Clubs

HonorsAccomplishments

Awards

TechnologyOffice Skills

Work History

Traits andSkills

Objective References

Make them want to pick

YOU!!!

ResumeNameAddressPhoneE-mail

Header Education

ExtracurricularActivities and Clubs

HonorsAccomplishments

Awards

TechnologyOffice Skills

Work History

Traits andSkills

Objective References

FIRST:

A starting job with an opportunity to 

advance and grow

An easy job where you don’t have to work 

hard

A job you plan on staying at for the rest 

of your life

What is an entry level job?

FIRST:

A starting job with an opportunity to 

advance and grow

An easy job where you don’t have to work 

hard

A job you plan on staying at for the rest 

of your life

A Bachelors, Doctorate, or 

Associates Degree

You need be enrolled in or attending 

college

What education do you need?Just be someone willing to learn,  

positive, and reliable

What is an entry level job?

FIRST:

A starting job with an opportunity to 

advance and grow

An easy job where you don’t have to work 

hard

A job you plan on staying at for the rest 

of your life

A Bachelors, Doctorate, or 

Associates Degree

Just be someone willing to learn, 

positive, and reliable

You need be enrolled in or attending 

college

Cook, Doctor, Lead Mechanic, Head 

Welder 

Principal, Manager, Owner, CEO, Supervisor 

What education do you need?

Which ones are entry level jobs?Dishwasher, Host, 

Courtesy Clerk, Field Hand, Janitor

What is an entry level job?

RECAP:

A starting job with an opportunity to 

advance and grow

Someone who is willing to learn, 

positive, and reliable

You need to be:

Some examples are:Dishwasher, Host, 

Courtesy Clerk, Field Hand, Janitor

An entry level position is:

I Got The Interview

YOU GOT THE INTERVIEW!!!Now you need to know:

WHO?

WHAT?

Time and Day

WHERE?

HOW do you get there? and 

WHERE will you meet once you’re there?

Who will you be interviewing with?What’s their NAME?

WHY Do we interview?

• They have seen your resume – you qualify!!!

• They want to put a face to the resume and most importantly, discover what kind of person you are!

• This is an opportunity for the employer to learn about you!

5 Most Important TraitsFor Entry Level Jobs

HONEST

5 Most Important TraitsFor Entry Level Jobs

HONEST

5 Most Important TraitsFor Entry Level Jobs

WILLING TO LEARN

HONEST

DEPENDABLE

5 Most Important TraitsFor Entry Level Jobs

WILLING TO LEARN

HONEST

DEPENDABLE

5 Most Important TraitsFor Entry Level Jobs

HARD WORKING

WILLING TO LEARN

HONEST

DEPENDABLE

5 Most Important TraitsFor Entry Level Jobs

HARD WORKING

WILLING TO LEARN

POSITIVE ATTITUDE

HONEST

DEPENDABLE

5 Most Important TraitsFor Entry Level Jobs

HARD WORKING

WILLING TO LEARN

POSITIVE ATTITUDE

What are your TOP 3 Traits?

Punctual

Multi-tasking

Ambitious

Manage Time

Organized

Detail Oriented

Self-Motivated

Helpful

Team Player

Practical

Problem Solver

Loyal

Fast Learner

Assertive

Humorous

Creative

Analytical

Trustworthy

Results Oriented

Good Communication Skills

Friendly

Compassionate

Energetic

Responsible

Leader

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upe24j0zju8&safe=active 

(example: main interview do’s and don’ts)                                     5:28

YOU GOT THE INTERVIEW!!!

Sneak peak into someinterview etiquette:

YOU GOT THE INTERVIEW!!!Now you need to know:

• WHERE are you going and HOW are you getting there?

• How long will it take you to  get there?

How many minutes should you arrive before the interview?

YOU GOT THE INTERVIEW!!!Now you need to know:

• WHERE are you going and HOW are you getting there?

• How long will it take you to  get there?

• The name of the person you are interviewing.

• Where in the building are you meeting?

  How many minutes should you arrive before the interview?

  How many copies of your resume should you have?

WHO are they for?

10-15 MINUTES

YOU GOT THE INTERVIEW!!!Now you need to know:

• WHERE are you going and HOW are you getting there?

• How long will it take you to  get there?

• The name of the person you are interviewing.

• Where in the building are you meeting?

  How many minutes should you arrive before the interview?

  How many copies of your resume should you have?

WHO are they for?

10-15 MINUTES

3

YOU GOT THE INTERVIEW!!!Now you need to know:

• WHERE are you going and HOW are you getting there?

• How long will it take you to  get there?

• The name of the person you are interviewing.

• Where in the building are you meeting?

  How many minutes should you arrive before the interview?

  How many copies of your resume should you have?

WHO are they for?

10-15 MINUTES

31 FOR YOU, 2 FOR THEM

Additional Videos:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_aLUS-ytWQ&feature=player_embedded(dress to impress girl)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlR-9kv5jNU&feature=player_embedded(dress to impress guy)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6xufGeyaMU&feature=player_embedded(general dress to impress)      2:10

VIDEOS:

TIME TO TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE!!!

LETS GET STARTED ON HOW TO HAVE A

SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEW!!!

INTRODUCTIONS

CLOSING THE INTERVIEW

1. Thank you!2. Smile3. Handshake

“Thank you  for your time, I hope you hear from you soon.”

FIRST QUESTION:

Tell me about yourself!I am a _________________ at ___________________ High School. I am involved  in ____________________ and ______________________.I enjoy _______________________ and ______________________.I am __________________, ____________________, and ______________.

Don’t forget to 

close the interview

SECOND QUESTION:

Why do you want to work here?

I have always wanted to work________________________________.I would like to learn and develop new job skills. I would also like to earn extra money so I can _______________________.

Don’t forget to 

close the interview

AT THE INTERVIEWIf you mess up your answer – IT’S OK!!!Remember to:1: Apologize and take a deep breath 2: Think about your answer3: Try that answer again

It’s ok to admit that you’re nervous, sometimes it helps calm you down.

AT THE INTERVIEWIf you mess up your answer – IT’S OK!!!Remember to:1: Apologize and take a deep breath

It’s ok to admit that you’re nervous, sometimes it helps calm you down.

WHAT IF you don’t know how to answer a question?• Ask them to repeat or rephrase • Answer it the best you can

POINTERS:• Let them get to know you• Brag a little• BE HONEST• First interview? Admit if you’re nervous!• Really want the job and you’re nervous – tell them!!!• Lots of smiles

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=I2IDGXX5-YY

Top 10 questions

QUESTIONS TO EXPECT IN YOUR INTERVIEW:

TIME TO PRACTICE THOSE INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

CLOSING THE INTERVIEWInterviewer: Do you have any questions for me?!?

Always Ask: OK to Ask:What are you looking for in an employee?

-and/or- 

What is the next step in the hiring process?

• What does a typical day look like?• What type of training can I expect?• Is there potential for advancement 

in the company?• What do you like about working for 

this company?

WHEN IS THE INTERVIEW OVER?The employer will do one or more of the following:

1. Say • “Thank you for coming in”• “We will get back to you once we have finished our interviews”• “Nice meeting you”• Or something similar to the above statements

2. Stand up3. Offer a handshake Don’t forget to 

close the interview

NOW, LETS PRACTICE ITALL TOGETHER!

Would I hire me?!?

AT THE INTERVIEWLast Mirror Check!

• Shower• Hair is combed or brushed• Clothing is not wrinkled• No gum• Teeth are clean• Breath is fresh• Smell good (but not overpowering) 

• Phone is off  (and stays off until                     the interview is over)

When you meet your interviewer: Smile Body Language Shake their hand firmly, 

but don’t squeeze

If you have to wait…. Don’t have headphones in your ear Don’t interrupt if somebody is talking Don’t roam or fidget Don’t be rude if you are kept waiting Don’t have anybody with you!

TIME TO TEST WHAT YOU LEARNED!!!

You’reon your

Way!!!