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Tips for Job Seekers
“
If opportunity doesn't knock, then build a door."
Milton Berle
Job Search
Update your resume
Make sure you add information about current job (duties, accomplishments & new skills)
When applying for a job, make sure your resume includes specific information that is mentioned in the job listing (key words)
Include years of experience, list computer programs/software by specific name and share soft skills
Keep resume concise
Revise summary/passion statement
Post revised resume on select job boards*
Post revised resume on
FPA Job Board
Industry job boards
Inform your network that you are seeking a new job. Friends and associates can aid you by forwarding job leads and down the line serving as references.
Update LinkedIn Profile - Make sure it accurately reflects your professional experience. Potential employers may search the Internet looking to learn more about candidates. A common place that they visit is LinkedIn.
How to Create an Effective LinkedIn Profile
7 LinkedIn Profile Tips and Tricks in 2016 That Make a Difference
Consider working with a recruiter
Avoid paying recruiters, instead work with recruiters that are paid by
the hiring company
For example,
New Planner Recruiting, LLC
is a firm that partners with financial services employers to secure talent to fill open professional positions
Application Process
Create a cover letter that complements and leverages your resume
Avoid using a generic cover letter
Highlight your successes, accomplishments and examples of your leadership
Make sure your cover letter and resume highlight requirements listed in the job's post
Cover letter should be concise an no more than one page
Remember to proof both your resume and cover letter
When possible, submit resume and cover letter as PDFs to ensure formatting won't be lost
Follow instructions posted in job listing
How to apply (email, online, etc.)
Provide salary requirements
Furnish GPA
GPA (Sometimes required for students and recent graduates)
Give references
Apply by deadline
Interview
Prep in advance
Conduct additional research on the company
Take notes on how you will be able to support existing projects, initiatives, partners and clients
Write down questions for the employer
Wear aappropriate attire (business/business casual)
Prompt arrival
Bring a copy of your resume for you reference and an extra copy for the interviewee(s)
Ask for the business card of the person(s) interviewing you
Within 24 hours, send the interviewer(s) a thank you card or email and once again highlight why you are a good fit for the company
* Posting resume on generic job boards will result with you getting unsolicited emails from random and often questionable company representatives.
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