BUSAD 203 Final

Resume Do's

- Clear layout - Be concise (1 full page) -Use action verbs -Be consistent -Use keywords from job descriptions

Common Interview Mistakes

- Insufficient company research and preparation "44% of executives said this is the most common interviewing mistake according to a national survey." - Not very detailed responses "According to Iowa State University recruiters."

Business Career Service Team

-Tanya Austin: Prof. Dev. Coordinator Management/ENTSP -Tami Corcoran: Finance/Bus Econ -Haley Flores: Marketing -Brooke Long: MIS -Melody Kruzic: Instructor -Sarah Van Vark: accounting -Mike Vietze: Instructor/GA -Kathy Wieland: Director/ Supply Chain Management

Team Strength: Relationship Building

-glue to hold the team together -help the group become greater than the sum of its parts -adaptability, developer, empathy, harmony, individualization, positivity

Team Strength: Influencing

-help the team reach a broader audience -sell team's ideas inside and outside of the organization -someone who will take charge and speak up -communication, competition, maximizer, woo

Team Strength: Executing

-how to make things happen -someone that'll implement a solution -make an idea a reality -achiever, consistency, discipline, responsibility, restorative

Team Strength: Strategic Thinking

-keep the team focused on what could be -absorbing and analyzing information to make better decisions -thinking for the future -analytical, futuristic, ideation, learner, strategic

Methods For Making Connections

-social media -LinkedIn -face-to-face -phone -email -clubs -conferences -workshops

Types of Interview Questions

-standard (tell me about yourself) -behavioral based (tell me about an experience when you were involved in a team project//STAR)

CliftonStrengths

1. Individualization (focus on others' qualities/how different people can work together productively) 2. Achiever (work hard/great deal of stamina/enjoy being busy and productive) 3. Restorative (adept at dealing with problems/figure out whats wrong and resolve it) 4. Positivity (contagious enthusiasm/upbeat and can get others excited about what's going on) 5. Developer (recognize and cultivate the potential in others/spot signs of small improvements/satisfied by progress)

5 MUST HAVES of a Resume

1. Layout 2. Header 3. Summary 4. Education 5. Relevant Content

guiding principles

1.Focus on a person's strengths and manage around weakness 2.The best in a role delivers the same outcomes using different behaviors 3.Weakness fixing prevents failure; strengths building leads to success 4.Themes are neutral and are not "labels" 5.Differences are an advantage - we need others

People who utilize their strengths....

1.Have higher levels of energy and vitality 2.Are more likely to achieve their goals 3.Are more confident 4.Perform better at work/school 5.Experience less stress 6.Are more engaged at work/school 7.Are more effective at developing themselves and growing as individuals

Interview Steps

1.The interview begins when you arrive in the parking lot 2.Firm Handshake 3.Establish rapport - be prepared for ice-breaker questions 4.Ask about the timeline/process 5.ASK for the job! 6.Get contact information 7.Thank the interviewer

Three Magic Questions To Start a Conversation

1.What made you want to get into...? 2.What do you like most about...? 3.If I wanted to find out more about your career, what would you recommend?

Step 3: Initiating and Building Relationships

At an event: •LOOK around you •ASK "How do you know...?" "Were there more people here last time?" •DISCLOSE"I came because..." Be approachable, genuine and focus on the person you are talking with

Delivery (effective presentations)

Body language •Confidence and ease •Energy communicates enthusiasm -Don't read off slides It's about WHATyou say •Responsive to comments/questions •No excess verbiage (um, uh, like)...and HOWyou say it •Speaking pace consistent and effective •Audible to all

what to wear to the career fair

Business Professional •2 piece pant/skirt suit (classic neutral colors such as black, grey, navy) •Comfortable and well polished dress shoes/heels •Shirt/blouse - ironed and sharp •Neck ties •Minimal jewelry, perfumes and make-up •Clean and styled hair

Response Rate

Expect a 10-15%response rate when sending out resumes and submitting applications

Before the Interview...

Explore and research the company Prepare answers to questions that may be asked Know where you are going -arrive early Bring extra copies of your resume, written questions to ask, pen, and padfolio Dress for success! Neat and clean appearance

Bring to the interview...

Extra resumes Pen References Padfolio/notepad Prepared questions Positive/energetic attitude Your BEST YOU! Business Professional attire

2. Header

Include: Full name, Email, Phone Optional: Physical address, LinkedIn url, Website

Purpose of a Resume

It is YOUR marketing piece! - Assists in obtaining an interview - Initiates contact and makes a memorable first impression - Provides a summary of qualifications - Facilitates an interview

Step 4: Closing the Conversation

It's been really nice talking to you. May I connect with you in LinkedIn so we can stay in touch?

Stage Six: Accept/Decline The Position

It's fine to say: "Thank you, I'll be back in touch within a day or two." You need more time? Take it! Never say "no" - wait to decline until you are absolutely certain. •Don't burn bridges! •Write a formal thank you letter after you have turned down the offer. Explain that you were impressed with the company and the employees, but felt you needed to move in a different direction. •If you accept - the offer details are considered final.

Stage One: Research

Know what are you worth!!! •Salaries •Job's fair market value •Industry average •Region

You Network is Your...

Networth

If the employer asks about your salary requirements, you should...

Offer a range

It is NOTAll About The Money

Opportunity to learn new skills? Professional development? Leadership roles? Are you excited about the job? Do you like the people? Is there a cultural match?

cover letter paragraph 1

Paragraph 1: Purpose/intent •States the job title you're seeking •States how you heard about it •Gives a compliment/connection to company

cover letter paragraph 2

Paragraph 2: Qualifications/examples •Why are you interested in the position •What experiences and skills directly relate •What can you bring to the company

cover letter paragraph 3

Paragraph 3: Action Plan/Closing •Refer the reader to your resume •Initiate the next step •Provide contact information •Thank the reader for their time and consideration

profiles recruiters notice

Photo/Background Name Headline Summary Experience Volunteer Organizations Education Featured Skills & Endorsements Accomplishments (Courses; Projects; Publications; Certifications; etc) Interests/Groups

Components of a Cover Letter

Professional Letter Format: Return address Date Recipient's name, title and address Salutation 3 Paragraphs (1.Purpose/intent 2.Qualifications/examples 3.Action plan) Signature

Stage Four: Evaluate The Offer

Research total compensation: -Income: Salary and bonuses -Cost of living:Des Moines or Los Angeles? -Proximity: Is there a commute? -Benefits offered -PTO: Vacation and paid personal days -Non PTO: for personal and professional reasons without it hurting your job

Stage Two: Before An Offer Is Given

Resume Interaction via phone or email Interview

Answering Behavioral-Based Questions

STAR Situation: Describe the context within which you performed a job or faced a challenge at work. Task: Describe your responsibility in that situation. Action: Describe how YOU completed the task or endeavored to meet the challenge. Result: Explain the outcomes or results generated by the action taken

Six Stages of Negotiating Offers

Stage One: Research Stage Two: Before An Offer Is Given Stage Three: Receive An Offer Stage Four: Evaluate The Offer Stage Five: Negotiate Stage Six: Accept/Decline The Position

Steps to networking

Step 1: Have A Plan Step 2: Introduce Yourself Step 3: Initiating and Building Relationships Step 4: Closing the Conversation Step 5: Follow Up

The Strengths Equation

Talent x Investment = Strength -talent: natural way of thinking, feeling, or behaving -investment: time spent practicing, developing your skills, and building your knowledge base -strength: the ability to consistently provide near-perfect performance

Making Connections Is...

The process of gathering, collecting, and distributing information for the mutual benefit of you and the people in your support system. •Sharing valuable information •Quality NOT quantity •Building relationships

Reneging

To go back on a promise, undertaking, or contract

Stage Three: Receive An Offer

WHATyou say and HOWyou say it is crucialto the negotiation. Take a breath Say "Thank you" Know the timeline or ask when they need a response Say "May I have some time to think about it?" Avoid: • Negotiating last minute • Accepting until you are 100% certain • Negotiating after you've accepted

Step 2: Introduce Yourself

great example = Hello, my name is Julie and I am a junior in marketing. I've been working at the school newspaper for the last year and I'm interested in sales and advertising.

Class Format

team based learning because: -Employers are seeking solid experience in working in teams and collaborating -Engaging and more fun -Learning comes from doing

A Comprehensive Job Search Includes...

• Apply to job postings • Identify companies (Focus on a geographic location//Utilize Chamber of Commerce websites = Business directories) • Identify contacts (network//friends//family//LinkedIn//ISU Alumni through the career center and online directory//professional organizations and the leaders in them)

NACE Job Search Principles

• Provide accurate information • Adhere to schedules • Accept an offer of employment in good faith • Notify employers of acceptance/no acceptance • Withdraw from recruiting process after accepting offer • Interview only with employers of interest/eligibility • Request reimbursement of only reasonable and legitimate expenses incurred in recruitment process

questions to ask the interviewer

•"Can you describe a typical day in this role?" •"What qualities would your ideal candidate possess?" •"What do you like best about your job/company?" •"What is the next step in the hiring process?"

3. Professional Summary

•2-3 sentences that shares your uniqueness •Clearly demonstrates your "fit" •Why you're the best person for the job •Employer-centered

Why network?

•60-80% of job seekers find their jobs through networking activities •10-12% find a job through job postings •2% find a job by blindly sending out resumes

cover letter tips

•Address letter to a specific person when possible •Employer-centered •Tailor to the job description •Avoid restating your resume •Keep letter to one page •Use your resume header

end the interview

•Ask about the timeline/process •ASK for the job! •Get business card/contact information •Thank the interviewer

Why employers attend the career fair:

•Attract potential employees •Increase student awareness •Connect with students •Provide information •Fill position •Pre-qualify candidates/ ISU Interview Day

Making Connections Is NOT...

•Bothering, pestering, or using people •A contest to see who can make the most contacts •A one-sided, one-shot deal •Asking for favors

Develop A Plan for your Job Search

•Build a database •Build a timeline •Execute on a weekly basis •Follow up •Repeat

When to network

•Career selection •Before, during and after the internship/job search •Continue once you're in your professional role

1. Layout

•Clear •1 full page •Font types/sizes(10-12 pt) •Font styles (use italics/bolding sparingly)

LinkedIn Tips

•Comment/post regularly showing your engagement •Create a LinkedIn URL profile link to use for your resume •Link your Twitter account for others to follow •Let Recruiters know you're "Open to opportunities" •Embed media (resumes, projects, video, website, etc)

why use LinkedIn

•Creating Your Professional Brand •Online Resume•Grow Your Network •Find Job Opportunities •Recruiting Tool

tips to make connections

•Develop list of contacts •Send emails •Make phone calls •Schedule informational interviews •Participate in job shadows •Seek referrals •Utilize LinkedIn

Why attend the career fair?

•Expand your professional network •Explore industries, companies, positions •Over 200 employers looking to speak to YOU! •Gather tips and advice from recruiters that will make you more competitive

First 5-10 minutes of interview

•Firm handshake •Ice-breaking questions •Establish rapport

Basic Skills of Networking

•Firm handshake •Strong introduction •Smile •Eye contact •Name tag placement (right side) •W.A.I.T. (Why Am I Talking?) - be interested BEFORE being interesting

other career fair tips

•Have resumes ready to hand out •Be prepared to elaborate on your qualifications/interests •Do not discuss salary information •Be excited and engaging •No food or gum •Get contact information to connect and follow-up (send thank you notes or emails and connect on LinkedIn) •Confident and professional hand-shake

4. Education

•Institution(s) name •Location •Expected graduation date •Degree •Major(s)/Minor(s) •Academic awards/honors

Experiences To Include On A Resume

•Internships •Leadership •Consulting projects •Scholarly Research •International Experience

prepared introduction

•Introduce yourself •Express knowledge of the organization •Explain why you are interested in the company/position •Show you're a fit -relate your background to the organization •Be open, honest, and enthusiastic

what a cover letter should accomplish

•Introduce yourself to the employer •Connect with audience to get them to want to read your resume •Demonstrate your writing skills •Sell your qualifications to an prospective employer

Test for Ethical Behavior

•Is it legal? •Is it fair to others? •Does it hurt anyone? •Are you being honest? •Would you be proud? •Stand up to the 'light of day'?

Step 1: Have A Plan

•Know yourself = What are your interests? What are you seeking? •Develop your purpose = What event are you attending? Who will be there? •Keep updated on current events

Attribute employers look for at the career fair:

•Leadership and teamwork experiences •Excellent communication skills •Problem solving experience •Your major •A candidate who knows what they're looking for •First impressions matter! •Employer/industry understanding

Resume Tips

•No errors! •Easy to read •Visually appealing •Avoid personal pronouns ("I", "me", "my") •Tailor as much as possible to the position •Convert to pdf file before sending

Skills Employers Want

•Problem-solving •Ability to work in a team •Written communication •Leadership •Strong work ethic •Analytical/quantitative •Verbal communication •Initiative •Detail-oriented •Flexibility/adaptability

Stage Five: Negotiate

•Reiterate your interest •Indicate a barrier: "Let me tell you what is holding me back." •Ask: "Is there any flexibility with the salary? "Don't use the word "negotiate" •Justify with your research and experience •How much do you need?

5. Content

•Relevant experiences (paid/unpaid) •Company name, position title, location and dates •Use bullet points •Use ACTION VERBS •Results-oriented •Quantify

after the interview

•Send a thank you email within 24-48 hours •Be persistent, not pushy •Follow-up within the time frame indicated by the interviewer

References

•Separate page •3-5 professional references •Ask permission! •Keep your references informed during search •Use header from resume

If the salary IS NOT negotiable, consider:

•Sign-on bonus •Relocation assistance •Retention bonus •Start date •Vacation, other days off

cover letter

•Supplements resume •The "why you" behind getting an interview •Formally written in a story-like format •Links your experiences and skills to the requirements of the job

biggest career fair tip = be prepared by...

•Update resume and CyHire profile (part 1 of Career Fair Worksheet) •Research companies attending (10-15) •Practice your introduction/elevator pitch •Develop questions to ask employers •Dress for success

interview don'ts

•Wear tight or ill-fitting attire Bring up negative situations Choose not to ask any questions Ask about salary or benefits Wear cologne/perfume

Step 5: Follow Up

•Write on the back of the business card or make yourself a note •Connect on LinkedIn•Send an email •Find a REASON to connect again