Success Tips
Resume Tips:
Keep resume short and easy to read.
Put data in chronological order. List current job first.
Show your value; it is more important than job titles.
When showing accomplishments use facts, numbers, statistics, percentages, etc.
Give thought to the layout of the resume.
Don't misspell words! The resume represents you!
We recommend leaving off hobbies and too much personal information.
Interview Tips:
Be sure you are qualified and the salary is sufficient.
Get all the information (and write it down).
Have extra copies of your resume and references.
Dress appropriately.
Arrive early, allowing extra time for traffic and parking.
End with a firm handshake and ask what the next step is in the interview process.
Thank the interviewer for their time.
Thank you notes are professionally correct and appreciated.
Dress for Success:
Dress professionally and conservatively.
Jewelry should be kept to a minimum.
Avoid perfumes, heavy hair products, scented hand creams, and don't smell like smoke.
Thank You Notes:
Keep note short using business letter format.
Thank interviewer for their time and mention the job for which you interviewed.
Reinforce your qualities that make you the right choice for the job.
Don't misspell words.
Close by thanking them again for the interview and asking them for the job.
Getting Off to a Good Start:
Be on time - it makes a good impression.
Introduce yourself.
Show respect to others - don't interrupt while others are talking.
Maintain a professional image.
Keep resume short and easy to read.
Put data in chronological order. List current job first.
Show your value; it is more important than job titles.
When showing accomplishments use facts, numbers, statistics, percentages, etc.
Give thought to the layout of the resume.
Don't misspell words! The resume represents you!
We recommend leaving off hobbies and too much personal information.
Interview Tips:
Be sure you are qualified and the salary is sufficient.
Get all the information (and write it down).
Have extra copies of your resume and references.
Dress appropriately.
Arrive early, allowing extra time for traffic and parking.
End with a firm handshake and ask what the next step is in the interview process.
Thank the interviewer for their time.
Thank you notes are professionally correct and appreciated.
Dress for Success:
Dress professionally and conservatively.
Jewelry should be kept to a minimum.
Avoid perfumes, heavy hair products, scented hand creams, and don't smell like smoke.
Thank You Notes:
Keep note short using business letter format.
Thank interviewer for their time and mention the job for which you interviewed.
Reinforce your qualities that make you the right choice for the job.
Don't misspell words.
Close by thanking them again for the interview and asking them for the job.
Getting Off to a Good Start:
Be on time - it makes a good impression.
Introduce yourself.
Show respect to others - don't interrupt while others are talking.
Maintain a professional image.