Effective Job Search: Making a good impression

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Effective Job Search Making a good impression

• Dr. Kella B. Price, SPHR, CPLP
• Price Consulting Group
• KPriceConsulting_at_aol.com

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Agenda

• How to make a good impression
• Completing the job application
• Introduction to Résumésand cover letters

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Presenting Yourself

• Delivery
• Voice
• Body language
• Appearance
• Speaking Skills

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Professional image

• Email
• Cell phone
• Websites
• Appearance
• Application

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Developing self-confidence

• Acceptance
• Know yourself
• Dont compare
• Take risks
• Learn

• Develop assertiveness
• Charisma
• Social poise
• Be positive
• Set goals

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Preparing the job application

• Preparation
• Presentation
• Bring Supplemental material
• The Application itself

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Cover letter

• Customize!
• Proofread
• Header with accurate contact information
• States the position applying for and summarizes
  qualifications in 1st paragraph
• Matches skills with job posting

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Résumés

• Header
• Position desired/objectives
• Experience
• Dates of employment.
• Name and location of your employer
• Job title
• Achievements
• Education
• Emphasize those skills/education and training
  that pertains to the position
• Special Skills
• Professional memberships
• References
• Get permission
• Give contact information and position

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• Thank you!
• What are your questions?
• Dr. Kella B. Price, SPHR, CPLP
• Price Consulting Group
• KPriceConsulting_at_aol.com