Once again some pretty good advice. The author was kind of contradicting on some points, but for the most part he defined some key issues to be aware of when job hunting. I will definitely apply some of these tips and techniques to my up and coming searches.
There is a lot of good information in his article. I had not thought about bringing a hard copy of my resume to a place where I had already submitted one.
This is all kind of silly to me. One guy says what he likes for resume, cover letter. Some said that some of these ideas are contradictory to what they here from other companies. It's crazy! So I guess you just do what you think is best and hope for the best job you can get! I get so tired of hearing about articles like this!
These were some really good pointers, many in which I did not realize how crucial they were. I definitely agree with the asking questions; I am a manager and I appreciate those that have questions. It is a way to make sure there is clarity and that there is interest. Very good article.
This was a very helpful article; the information was practical. A lot of these informative articles highlight the same points, but it is a good thing to read them repetitively and really pound the idea into our brains. I just hope I can remember all these tips when it comes time for my interview.
This is great advice, and I like that it comes from an employer. It lets us know what they are truly looking at and for. I did not know they would prefer a pdf file instead of a word document for your resume.
The article was very informative. I have read similar articles on job interviewing mistakes and this one provided some new information. It is always good to read these right before sending a resume or an interview.
Its always said that the more you know the better off you are, so thanks for the info. I find that knowledge is power so I should be really strong, and ready for getting a real job.
Really great advice, some of which I have heard of before, so I know it must be true. Interviews are really an opportunity to market yourself, and you should prepare yourself as if you were a product an employer would want to buy.
There seem to be some good advice a person can pick up from all interviewers and Mr. Shenoy gave some good ones on presenting a resume. I really didn't know how to reply to a job by sending an email. I think that I just sent the generic "attached is my resume for whatever the position was" but I never thought about highlighting my accomplishments and it was because I was being lazy.
Most of these tips seem obvious. I can't believe that anyone would show up to an interview not professionally dressed and without a copy of their resume in hand. Being prepared for an interview is very important. If you expect to get hired or get a second interview, you must be prepared. It is a good idea to research the company and know what they do and how you can be valuable to the company in continuing with what they do. Always have questions prepared for the interviewer. This shows that you are interested in the company for more than becoming their newest hire.
I have heard most of these tips before, so they most be helpful to others as well. It's always nice to read over these tips after seeing them already to refresh our memory while job hunting.
Again, this is a very good article. I will keep this article in a spot to look over when I am about to go on an interview. This is very helpful to me and I will defiantly look back at this and the others.
This is resume writing 101 stuff. Obviously these individuals did not have any english classes in college because most of them at some point go over proper resume form. Anyway, what blows my mind is how people actually think these things are good ideas? At what point do they think showing up in jeans is a good idea?
Excellent article it gives you advices to put alot attention so you dont put them in your resume. There alot of details that will help not to put them.
These job hunting tips to avoid are helpful, but most of them still seem quite obvious to not do. The job hunt is serious and people should put time into sending their resumes even if it requires a little extra work. Also, interviews can be difficult and some of these tips are helpful. If people prepare a little more it could help them land a job.
All of these atrticles about job hunting and resumes are very useful. These are great tips for a student who is about to graduate and start a career. I will definitely consider these areticles and take what they said in to consideration.
This was a very informative article. I wish I would have read it before applying for my job! Even though the interview went great and I did get the job it still would have been helpful. I never realized it was important to have your resume saved as something like your name rather than "resume". All the tips were very helpful.
Some of these tips I've heard before in some of my classes. Some of them are new to me and I did not know before. This should be very helpful in the future for when I do have to e-mail a resume.
Great to have read this article, this are the most common mistakes which can determine being hire or not. It may not matter how much you have prepared but the one minute pitch your elevator can say a lot, Thanks, i had not even heard about this word
This was also a very good article. They are great tips when searching for a job, which I will use if I am ever in that predicament. I think it is a good idea to ask questions because it shows that you are interested and want to know more about the company.
This article is talk about the candidates’ mistakes such as emails with no content but just an attached resume, are not professionally dresses, walk into the interview without your resume. After they graduate from college, they should know how to prepare for the interview.
All good advice here. With all these articles on job hunting and interviewing, I'm compiling quite the list of techniques that I'm sure will be very useful.
It was interesting to read what an actual hiring manager thinks job applicants should do. He seemed a little overly concerned with details, but that is important in the industry he is in (software), and if I had hundreds of applications to sift through, I also would probably start to pay attention to the smallest of errors to eliminate some of them.
Great advice in this article, especially since it's coming from someone who actually hires. The part about sending your resume as a pdf rather than word document is very good advice.
This is a good article to look over before going on an interview. I will actually use this when I am going through the interview process to help me as a last resort kind of checklist.
Your elevator pitch is very important. The first time someone asked me for mine I was stunned and stood there for a few seconds thinking of where to start. Be prepared for people to ask you for your elevator pitch.
This article is awesome. I plan on reading many more times during my job search this fall. I think there are real mistakes like you people make like myself that know very little about the process in finding a job.
These were some really good pointers, many in which I did not realize how crucial they were. I definitely agree with the asking questions; I am a manager and I appreciate those that have questions. It is a way to make sure there is clarity and that there is interest. Very good article.
This is some more great advice. We covered this information in a few of my business courses and in high school. This is a refresher for me that I will take into consideration especially the emailing of the cover letter and resume part.
This was interesting because I didn't think it was important for me to ask questions when an interviewer ask "do you have any questions for me?" Now I see that this is important and I will definitely remember to do this nest time I'm on an interview.
I did not know that I should send my resume through a pdf file. I will remember that. Also, I had to research what an elevator pitch is. Good tips once again.
Those tips were all pretty much standard, heard them before. As far as the thank you email, I have always read that sending a thank you note or letter was appropriate after interviewing.
Elevator pitch stands out to me. I believe everyone should be able to give a 30 second commercial about themselves when seeking a job. The rest of the article does seem a bit obvious.
Liked this article better than the others. This guy really is blunt and to the point. The person reviewing your resume and doing your interview shouldnt have to work to read your resume i.e. your cover letter is a pdf and your resume in a word file. Good stuff
These are great tips and I will make sure that I do not make these mistakes. I do believe people do not understand how important their resumes and cover letters are. I will be definitely printed this article out.
I like the part about how you name your resume file. I have never thought about it that way or thought that an employer would even pay attention to this.
Interviews are a way for you to convive the employer how good you are for the job. Its almost like you're selling yourself to them. I agree with his tips on presenting your resume also.
I actually thought this was an exceptional article. Most of the interview tips I read about or hear about are so generic and the same things over and over. Well, this guy had some insightful things to say that I actually feel will help me. Apparently, the guy has dealt with this over and over so everything he was saying is pretty genuine and he must really want to see a change in applicants.
My internship boss has been working with me on my resume and interviewing skills. He suggests a different approach to interviewing, and it is strange but possibly effective, but once again, I will take all the advice I can get.
Most of this information is covered in certain business courses. I find it disappointing that not everyone has access to this information about job interviews and resumes while they are still in school. Colleges should put major emphasis on the job interview process for all majors.
This was much more interesting to me than the resume articles. I especially liked the elevator speech idea, I never imagine myself in situations where I don't have time to think and I have to just react. I suppose that is why it would catch people off guard.
Useful information, but I couldn't help being distracted on number 5, point 2 in the parenthesis the word "learnt" was used. I know it's alternative spelling of "learned," but it was not pleasing to the eye.
I never considered the fact that putting the company name as a part of your resume file name is a pretty good indicator that you are sending out resumes to other places as well. Very good advice!
I actually worked at a job where they looked at many of the items on this list and took them into heavy consideration when deciding who to hire for a position.
I think the items discussed in the article are pretty good advice. I like the part about the elevator speech because I had to do my elevator speech over and over again at a conference with potential employers.
This information is very helpful, I deff have enjoyed reading all about the interview process do's and don'ts. I think the main occurrence in this article is about making sure your polished. When submitting a resume give hiring manager a reason to open your resume, but not a book report. Be prepared for interview, go in with extra copies of resumes, never know who they might need to show, be early but patient if not able to see you right away. Don't be rude or ugly if you don't get the job, they may of not need your services today but later on could give you a call back, send out a thank you note.
Great advice. It is common sense but common sense sometimes is not so usual. many of the items on the list are considered and weighted heavily by some employers. Thanks for this.
This is really good advice. I am really wanting to work for one company in the years to come but you have to have some years of experience at another and these tips will help me focus on what and what not to do when applying for the job.
There is some good advice here, but I guess the real message I got out of it was that everyone has different preferences for how they like to receive an application/resume. The best thing anyone can do is organize and prepare the best resume they can, and hop it is received well.
Although most of these seem routine, I personally know of several people who went into an interview with no knowledge about the company or questions to ask the interviewer. As a last resort, I think candidates should try asking about the interviewer's personal life without seeming intrucive. They could ask if they have any children in their life and communicate the ups and downs of their experiences. This creates a common bond and lasting impression with the recruiter.
Again, most of these tips seem obvious. I can't believe that anyone would show up to an interview not professionally dressed and without a copy of their resume in hand. The main purpose of interview is to try to sell yourself to get a job. So, being prepared for an interview is very important. Not only that, you have to do some research about the company so that you are familiar about the company.
In the article "10 Job hunting mistakes you should avoid" I learned a lot, one thing was not to just send your resume attached to email withour anything else. Another thing is to keep it short and sweet, something to catch the employees eyes. Do not make you cover letter extremely long.
The article “10 Job Hunting Mistakes You should avoid” was very informative about what an employer is looking for. Most these should be common sense like dressing professional but some people don’t have much common sense so this article could be even more help for them. Nothing can hurt when looking for a job especially how hard jobs are to find right now.
The article "Great Career Advice: 10 Job Hunting Mistakes You Should Avoid" is another great article. The advice on dressing professionally and having your resume are common sense. I do like how the article informs you on the importance of keeping the cover letter short and sweet, have everything in one file, use a pdf file, and make sure the file name is professional. I also think it is a great idea to send a thank you card or email. I personally would send a handwritten thank you card; I feel like it shows you took more time and effort. Another great, informative article.
This article is just as informative as many of the other tips for interviewing. I really like that it talks about what the author has experienced as an interviewer and how to avoid making the same mistakes. The little things he talks about such as the cover letter in a pdf file or even making sure to send a thank you letter after the interview. All of these tips will help me have a better chance of beating other candidates for the same job.
The author defined some key points to remember when job hunting. This article is very helpful for job hunters. He said some key points that I have never thought of before.
Very funny things here. The sad part is i bet there are a lot of people who have made some of these mistakes. I really liked the Resume File thing. If you want them to feel that they are really what you want, having a universal resume, especially in the title does not do you justice. I think people should be dressed nice as it shows that they take the time to look professional. Too many of these tips are overlooked and it does nothing but hurt the prospective employee
Once more, these tips can be very helpful because you cannot always expect to do better when it comes to your resume. Using these tips is a good idea and the way it is presented can make all the difference.
I found this article insightful. It offered great tips for anyone searching for a job. The concept that a bulleted list be used on your initial email is a great idea.
I really thought this article was very good. One of the things that stood out to me was working on the elevator pitch. That was something I had to refresh my mind about and it is something we really never hear about too much while its our senior year and trying to get jobs. I plan to use this article again while I am trying to find employment.
A good pointer given that I did not really think about when e-mailing a resume is to include content within the e-mail explaining accomplishments and why I feel I am qualified for the job. Do not just send a blank e-mail with an attachment. Another good one is to just name your resume as your last and first name to give the appearance you have constructed the resume just for them but not to give the assumption you have multiple resumes.
This article was very informative. Even though a lot of these mistakes should be already known. There is always something new to learn. I found the resume file name to be the most interesting. If I were interviewing for a job and someone asked me what my elevator pitch was, I probably would have been speech less that is a weird way to ask what your strengths are.
These were some great tips. I have to be honest some of them suprised me. I guess you learn something new everyday. Most importanly I think potential job candidates should always do their research before going to an interview, so that they will be able to ask the employer questions aout the company and the position.
I liked how these tips were given from the interviewer’s perspective. They were all great tips but other than being professional and on time to the interview, I think bringing your resume is the most important thing. I also liked what he said about emailing the resume. Many people are hiring by first seeing your resume online and contacting the person via via email. Paying attention to a miniscule detail like an appropriate file name could help your prospects of getting the job.
I typically write a brief summary in the comments box when submitting a resume; however, I typically do not reserve this space for my cover letter. I usually combine my cover letter with my resume and then save it as a pdf file. When the employer opens the pdf file he is able to read my cover letter and resume in one continuous format. I wonder what Mr. Shenoy would think about that? Maybe I can e-mail him and ask him. “Oh, and by the way Mr. Shenoy, are you hiring?”
I always dress professionally when going on an interview. I always wear a tie. Sometimes I wear a suit, depending on the circumstance. I make sure that I am clean shaven. On the interview I am a walking, talking still image of conformity, the classic cookie cutter image of uniformity.
Remember not to get too wrapped up in your image. Let your personality shine through. If you are introverted, force yourself out of your box. If you are extroverted, dial down your personality. Strike the right balance, but make sure you allow your personality to shine though – after all, they aren’t hiring a robot – they are hiring a human being – and I think you are a human being. Be likeable; make connections with your employer. People typically won’t hire you if they don’t like you.
(As a side note, don’t do the outdated 70’s dance know as the “robot” on your interview. That might be an interview killer. You also might want to avoid the “funky chicken”).
The article was very interesting. Several point of what not to do and what do do where examined in there article. From my years of being apart of Beta Alpha Psi I find that a lot of point are being reiterated. Things such as: Dress Professional, have a resume to give the interviewer, have questions and send a thank you letter to your interviewer after the interview. Yet, there where some thing that I did not think about like selling your self to the interview in what is called "Your elevator pitch." This makes sure that the interviewee know what he/she wants. Some thing that I found to be true if that it the job market to day; it is more of a process of elimination instead of a process of selection. Interview because of the high rate of unemployment are getting hundreds of application, but the have limited job opening available. If job seeker want these position, they have to make sure that they know what they want and what they need to do to make it a reality.
More good advice. I enjoyed that it was from an employer's view. Although, some tips did seem contradictory. Overall though it was a good article and I will use some of this advice when searching for a job after graduation.
Good advice and a great article. I really agree with the advice about calling ahead on the dress code. I have applied for many jobs in jeans and a t-shirt because I asked about the dress code before hand. I also like the information about converting your resume to a pdf file before you send it. This makes your resume universal and any operating system can open it.
This article is very good. In fact, I’ve been guilty of a couple of mistakes. My cover letter has been too lengthy, and I sent a resume with separate cover letter. Now that I know that those are things that are frowned upon. I’ll spend more time on trying to figure out exactly how to send resume’ and cover letter.
This article had some great advice in it. Interviews are so important and knowing what to expect and how to prepare for them can really put you over the edge when applying for a job. All of these tips will help me when I go job hunting in the near future.
I have made a few of these mistakes. But rather than send my resume via e-mail I'd much rather hand it over personal. It seems more personal, rather than just black on white. The interview tips were very informative. I've actually heard that it's good practice to schedule 1 or 2 interviews a year, even if your not really looking for a job, just to keep your skills honed.
These were some very interesting tips, I have to say that I have made some of these mistakes. I have sent my resume in by email but I always make a trip to the place to hand one in personally just so they can get a personal opinion about me.
Another great article about job hunting mistakes. I think most of these mistakes are common sense, although, some of the information is helpful. I didn’t know what an elevator pitch was until after I read the article. Now if I was at an interview and they asked me my elevator pitch, I would be able to answer them. Another important point in this article is questions for the employer. I think all employers want candidates to ask questions about the job. This article was interesting and helpful.
I really liked this article. I believe all of the tips he gave are helpful. I think I will print this to remind me when I begin applying for jobs again.
I will have many questions during my interview. They tended to contradict themselves from time to time. I hate that there is a set way we r taught to send resumes and these guys want different things than most companies. It comes down to luck and a lot of prayer.
This is another article that helps out a lot with job munting mistakes. I believe that most of the mistakes that people make are mainly common sence. I do have to say that I have made a few of these mistakes before but you learn from making the mistakes right. I do believe that the employer wants their canidates to ask questions because it shows them that they are very interested in the job.
Actually, I have gotten a good job in which I overcame some pundits I did during the interview process. However, like most of friends would say, I can be very informative on subjects in which I am interested in. To me, the interview process is rather mundane due to the fact, if you actually know what you are talking about then it should be a breeze. I know some people get nervous but why should anyone be nervous if its a job they are qualified for.
I was very shocked to see that the project manager didn't like the candidates that attached a resume with no content. I'm definitely guilty of writing close to nothing in an email and always remembering to throw in, "Please see attachment for resume." I personally do not have a cover letter nor do I think it's necessary. The last time I looked at a cover letter was when I was a freshman in my first English course. I have a job at a Big Four company so I think I'm doing pretty well in the interview process.
This article made great points throughout that I did not hear of before. The point that stood out to me was the elevator pitch. I must practice on my pitch to marketing myself before interviewing.
There were some points of the article that I agreed and disagreed with. The article is full of good information, such as the thank you email after each interview, which I have been told is paramount. However, the point about the questions at the end is dependent on the job field I think. After a majority of interviews that I had with potential employers I did not have any questions because I had done my research ahead of time. I knew what the company was about and know what the job entails because I obviously read the description, felt that I had the necessary skill set and education for the job. And an interview is indeed a two-way type interaction, however this should take place throughout the interview, a dry, memorized introduction by the interviewer turns ME off of the employer.
This is a very informative and eye opening article. The job hunt must be a thorough search of all job prospects. Job hunters must weigh the pros and cons at each job and be aware of the differences between them. One topic I found imporant is to never send emails with just an attached resume. A hiring manager is not going to spend time on a random resume, remember there are many prospective employers going for the same position. Prospective employers would like to know why the job interests you or why you feel the best fit for the job.
These are some great tips for writing your resume. Its good to reads tips like these because sometimes things as simple as these just slip our minds and make us look bad to future employers. So using tips like these are good idea for fine tuning your resume and making it look as good as possible.
You definitely should include some type of content while e-mailing your resume. A lot of times if there isn't content employers probably will overlook the attachment because they do not know what "random person" is e-mailing to them. Same goes for not having a file name that makes sense. Everyone should know that you always dress professionally when going to an interview and bring an additional copy of your resume. This article has some very helpful tips.
All of these atrticles about job hunting and resumes are very useful. These are great tips for a student who is about to graduate and start a career. I will definitely consider these areticles and take what they said in to consideration.
Some new information in this one about job hunting so it wasn't quite as repetitive as others. Good ideas for building resumes, will definitively remember this.
This is great advice and i like that it comes from an employer. I'm glad that your posting article about job searching and resume building, because graduation is near and these tips will defiantly com in handy. Its always helpful to know what exactly employers are looking for.
Some of these hints are so obvious! I can’t fathom people actually making these mistakes but I guess they do. I am always so prepared and try my hardest to be as professional as possible. I think dressing professionally would be the most important on e because if you look a mess then everything will come off as messy.
Some of these tips are rather obvious. However, it is good to be reminded of them. One great piece of information to always remember is to look professional. Even if you are applying for a fast food job, you should still always try to look your best and presentable.
This article had some really good tips. Some should be common knowledge though. These days you have to get everything right to be considered for the job.
It seems to me what he is trying to say is make your resume short and sweet. I think he has some great ideas but I think it more depends on the type of job you are applying for.
This is very useful information. I agree that professionalism is the same no matter what generation you come from. It is also good advice to never send a blank email with just an attachment of your resume. At least type something to show that you are interested and willing to put forth effort. This most helpful tip to me is being cautious when naming your resume file because when you attach it to an email the file name shows up as well. Having a silly file name might put off a bad first impression.
This is really good advice. i agree with professionalism is the same no matter what generation you come from. also you should probably never have your resume document with a name that does not make since
This was a great article about job hunting. I agreed that even though a company may have a "relaxed" and very casual dress code, does not give the person being interviewed the right to dress down. I think everyone should present themselves well no matter where and what position they are applying for. I also think that writing a too lenghty cover letter is too much for the employer to read and they will not have the time to even read everything. I think everyone should follow these rules when finding a job in the future.
The article went over alot I never realized people didn't see those points as commen sense. It is very important to be professional on an interview and express your interest and qualification for the job. It is also important to know about the job you are interviewing for as well, i don't think that was in there.
Very interesting article! It actually taught me a few things that I didnt know. I already knew to dress professional, do a thank you email, etc. But I learned to make sure that you have a decent file name for your resume! A lot of people will name their resume file name "ajdjansdj" , just because they dont feel like typing it out and be in the "quick" mode. Well, I learned that those little things count. If you take the time to do a resume, please take the time to make a decent file name. This article was very helpful.
Again good advice about the future trying to get a job. Seeing many applicants daily for a job hiring is stressful and time consuming enough for employers making it easier on them is the best thing possible. This also shows employers that you are able to work quickly and efficiently.
Very solid advice in this column. Although I would never send my resume as a pdf file, some people may not think twice about it and not see it as a big deal. I like the idea of having an "elevator pitch" to sell yourself.
I really enjoyed this article. I was surprised when I read "1" I thought for sure that everyone new to type a short cover letter in the body of the email. I do like the idea about sending the resume in the form of a PDF file as I always send mine in word, but not anymore. This also made me think about how I name my resume before I send it out. I will have to make sure I have it saved with just my name.
There were some helpful tips in here for me (such as the file name of the resume, I never thought of that). It makes me very happy; however, that enough people have no idea how to dress for a interview that the author felt the need to explain how. Hopefully that should help me stand out when I'm looking for a job.
This article also seems like commone sense, but they are very true. Most of these things definitely seem like they would bother an employer. We need to be prepared, professional, and ready to sell oueselves in our interviews.
This had some good advice that I will be using when trying to find a job. I never thought of saving my resume as a pdf. Also, I am going to start writing a short cover letter in emails. Hopefully this will help with getting me a job.
I will definitely be using this advice. One thing that I can't stand is how young people these days think that casual clothes are suitable to wear to class presentations, meetings, interviews, and church. I'm glad that this article reminded me to send Thank You emails!
It is nice to hear this from the perspective of the interviewer. A lot of these are common sense but they are very important to remember. You have to sell yourself to future employers.
This video has very good information for all. I was not aware of all of the mistakes stated in the story. Some of the given mistakes I would have not thought of as wrong. Some of the information stated was useful and some of the information was not.
This video has very good information for all. I was not aware of all of the mistakes stated in the story. Some of the given mistakes I would have not thought of as wrong. Some of the information stated was useful and some of the information was not.
This article gives good advise that can be applied to interviewing. Most of these things are easy to see they should be avoided, but to have the view point of an employer emphasizes how much they really matter. There are many details that get overlooked and depending on the potential employer some things you are prepared for won't matter.
I'm graduating this semester so I need all the help I can get when it comes to finding a job. This article was very helpful and I will keep these tips in mind on my job search.
Everybody has positive attributes and negative attributes. Putting your best foot forward, doing your homework and never giving up seems to be the premise for success in job hunting. Which pretty much correlates with success in life.
This article was another excellent choice to read because I will be better prepared writing my resume, interview and after my interview. Having all these helpful tips will allow me to exceed in any interview I chose. I didn't know companies really enjoyed getting an email back.
This is a pretty good list of do's and don'ts. When I use to hire new employees at Sprint a few of his "don'ts" probably cost a candidate a job offer. Candidates should always dress professionally, bring multiple copies of the resumes and ask questions. I was always interviewing candidates for sales jobs and if they could not ask one follow up question to the interview they were basically eliminated. I have a few other do's and don'ts I'd recommend. The first is always be around 10 to 15 minutes early for your interview. The second is to always have a pen with you. Lastly, do not call the interviewer multiple times after the interview asking if you did ok or were going to get an offer. This only aggravates the hiring manager and may ruin a good first impression you had made.
Great article about what to do or not to do when submitting a resume or going on an interview. I liked the idea about the interview being a sales call and you are trying to promote your product, which is you and what you can bring to that company.
This article had some great tips. I have used some of the things that were talked about in this article. I believe it is very important to have a resume on hand, ask questions during the interview, and most importantly follow up the interview with a thank you letter.
I think it's really important to give a sales pitch of yourself in 1 minute or less. Also staying on topic of why you are the best candidate, and how you can help your employer is important. All of these tips are to be remembered. I really think we need to be reminded of these alot.
In my opinion, most of these tips are "no brainers" and anyone going into the job search market for the first time should pay close attention to these. A while back I opened a position for an office assistant to help me with every day duties so I can take care of other, more complex, tasks. The most aggravating thing about the process of reviewing received resumes was the number of people who applied even though they had none of the experience that I had set as a requirement on the job posting. Please, if you don't have the experience in specific programs that are necessary, don't apply.
These were some really good pointers, many in which I did not realize how crucial they were. I definitely agree with the asking questions.Candidates should always dress professionally, bring multiple copies of the resumes and ask questions.
I have been out of the workforce for some time now and needed the refresher on professionalism for applying and interviewing for a job. I really appreciate these tips, especially from someone in Mr. Shenoy's position. His approach is casual and non-intimidating, but contains the tools for a successful job search.
It just amazes me how some people have no idea how to show up for an interview. I've been told all of these things since high school and have never thought to show up for an interview without a resume or dress anything less than professional no matter what job it was for. But these were definitely good reminders and refreshing to see someone be so blunt about what they expect.
I think the items discussed in the article are pretty good advice. I like the part about the elevator speech because I had to do my elevator speech over and over again at a conference with potential employers.
Interviews are easy... u just sell yourself! (no prostitution reference intended) talk yourself up without sounding like a pompous ass and you got it!! companies are always looking for the next great employee b/c most of theirs suck ass and they know it.... i knew most of those tips but thanks for refreshing my memory!
Most of these were common sense. In fact, I was kind of shocked that some people would not know these things without being told. One thing I need to work on is my elevator pitch. Also, asking questions. I am always so nervous that by the end when they ask me if I questions, I am just ready to leave and honestly do not have any ready prior to the interview. These are things I will work on before my next interview.
These are some great mistakes to learn from because I can see these occurring the most without it being considered a mistake. I believe the most common mistake is resume format. People do not always take the time to format their resume properly and do not feel that is important. Also, it is extremely important to be dressed professionally at the interview and keeping in mind not to reveal too much at all. This was a very informative article and each mistake described will be taken into consideration so it will not happen when job hunting.
I see this all the time at my job. We will get a handwritten resume in pencil, or just an incomplete resume. People forget that they need to have questions as well as the HR person, so that we can get everything out on the table now.
THis article was very interesting. Some of the tips i have never even thought of doing or not doing. I forget how important every little detail is sometimes. E-mailing a resume without a proper saved file name is probably a common mistake. Also the interview always makes me nervous and I had no idea what a elevator pitch was, but now knowing what it is, I need one!! The last thing i found intriguing was to send a thank you e-mail to the employer after being interviewed. That makes so much sense to do I just never have thought of it.
Great advice on job searching. It made me really think about the job search from a different perspective. I find myself doing a lot of the things that they said not to do. I will definitely take this information to heart and use it when I applying for a job.
Just like the previous article on job hunting this has given me many helpful tips. These mistakes that I am probably guilty of in the past will help me in the future with job searching.
once again this is some great tips i can use while job hunting. if everybody would use these tips maybe more people would be more likely to get hired at a job.
I found this article to pretty helpful. When interviewing and job searching you need to be aware of these things and they will definetly come in handy during my my job search.
This article was very informative and I really enjoyed reading it. I will make sure I take head to everything that was discussed in all of my upcoming interviews.
This article had a great deal of valuable information for college students like myself who will soon be graduating and becoming young professionals in the work field. I will definitely be applying this information to my interviews with prospective employers.
This is very interesting and I am actually enjoying the career posts because I am going for Human Resources. This helps me know what to do for myself and what to look for when searching for other employees.
This was a really informative blog and I believe it will help me very soon. The step I believe will help me the most is learning how to give my "elevator pitch". I was already aware of the way to dress as well as googling my name.
I find that these job hunting mistakes are common sense. If I were an employer, I would never open an email with no subject line or viable content. When going into an interview, one is expected to be dressed professionally with appropriate accessories. Even personal hygiene is considered during an interview.
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Once again some pretty good advice. The author was kind of contradicting on some points, but for the most part he defined some key issues to be aware of when job hunting. I will definitely apply some of these tips and techniques to my up and coming searches.
There is a lot of good information in his article. I had not thought about bringing a hard copy of my resume to a place where I had already submitted one.
This is all kind of silly to me. One guy says what he likes for resume, cover letter. Some said that some of these ideas are contradictory to what they here from other companies. It's crazy! So I guess you just do what you think is best and hope for the best job you can get! I get so tired of hearing about articles like this!
These were some really good pointers, many in which I did not realize how crucial they were. I definitely agree with the asking questions; I am a manager and I appreciate those that have questions. It is a way to make sure there is clarity and that there is interest. Very good article.
I had no idea some of these were so important. I plan to use these tips in my job hunting starting in a few months.
once again some great advice for starting my career. I should be set when it comes time to finding a job
This was a very helpful article; the information was practical. A lot of these informative articles highlight the same points, but it is a good thing to read them repetitively and really pound the idea into our brains. I just hope I can remember all these tips when it comes time for my interview.
This is great advice, and I like that it comes from an employer. It lets us know what they are truly looking at and for. I did not know they would prefer a pdf file instead of a word document for your resume.
Finally an article I can apply to my life. The other past articles pretty much said very similar things. This one has some great advise.
The article was very informative. I have read similar articles on job interviewing mistakes and this one provided some new information. It is always good to read these right before sending a resume or an interview.
Its always said that the more you know the better off you are, so thanks for the info. I find that knowledge is power so I should be really strong, and ready for getting a real job.
I think is information is great for students starting to job hunt. I will be sure to pass along this information. Very good TIPS!
Really great advice, some of which I have heard of before, so I know it must be true. Interviews are really an opportunity to market yourself, and you should prepare yourself as if you were a product an employer would want to buy.
There seem to be some good advice a person can pick up from all interviewers and Mr. Shenoy gave some good ones on presenting a resume. I really didn't know how to reply to a job by sending an email. I think that I just sent the generic "attached is my resume for whatever the position was" but I never thought about highlighting my accomplishments and it was because I was being lazy.
Most of these tips seem obvious. I can't believe that anyone would show up to an interview not professionally dressed and without a copy of their resume in hand. Being prepared for an interview is very important. If you expect to get hired or get a second interview, you must be prepared. It is a good idea to research the company and know what they do and how you can be valuable to the company in continuing with what they do. Always have questions prepared for the interviewer. This shows that you are interested in the company for more than becoming their newest hire.
This is very useful information. I had already herd most of it prior to this post, but it never hurts to see it again.
I have heard most of these tips before, so they most be helpful to others as well. It's always nice to read over these tips after seeing them already to refresh our memory while job hunting.
Again great information on job hunting. Very helpful, because I need to start to prepare myself for job interviews.
Again, this is a very good article. I will keep this article in a spot to look over when I am about to go on an interview. This is very helpful to me and I will defiantly look back at this and the others.
This is resume writing 101 stuff. Obviously these individuals did not have any english classes in college because most of them at some point go over proper resume form. Anyway, what blows my mind is how people actually think these things are good ideas? At what point do they think showing up in jeans is a good idea?
Once again very good tips. The author defined some key points to remember when job hunting. This article is very helpful for job hunters.
Good tips. There's a couple in there I'd have probably never put the thought into.
This is good advice. there are alot of things here that I had never thought of
Excellent article it gives you advices to put alot attention so you dont put them in your resume. There alot of details that will help not to put them.
These job hunting tips to avoid are helpful, but most of them still seem quite obvious to not do. The job hunt is serious and people should put time into sending their resumes even if it requires a little extra work. Also, interviews can be difficult and some of these tips are helpful. If people prepare a little more it could help them land a job.
All of these atrticles about job hunting and resumes are very useful. These are great tips for a student who is about to graduate and start a career. I will definitely consider these areticles and take what they said in to consideration.
This was a very informative article. I wish I would have read it before applying for my job! Even though the interview went great and I did get the job it still would have been helpful. I never realized it was important to have your resume saved as something like your name rather than "resume". All the tips were very helpful.
I am glad to have read this article. I have multiple versions of resumes too. Now I know how to save them and what not to save them as.
Again nice tips for helping us students be successful in the job market. These tip are very vaulable because there are from a managers perspective.
Some of these tips I've heard before in some of my classes. Some of them are new to me and I did not know before. This should be very helpful in the future for when I do have to e-mail a resume.
Great to have read this article, this are the most common mistakes which can determine being hire or not. It may not matter how much you have prepared but the one minute pitch your elevator can say a lot, Thanks, i had not even heard about this word
This was also a very good article. They are great tips when searching for a job, which I will use if I am ever in that predicament. I think it is a good idea to ask questions because it shows that you are interested and want to know more about the company.
This article is talk about the candidates’ mistakes such as emails with no content but just an attached resume, are not professionally dresses, walk into the interview without your resume. After they graduate from college, they should know how to prepare for the interview.
All good advice here. With all these articles on job hunting and interviewing, I'm compiling quite the list of techniques that I'm sure will be very useful.
It was interesting to read what an actual hiring manager thinks job applicants should do. He seemed a little overly concerned with details, but that is important in the industry he is in (software), and if I had hundreds of applications to sift through, I also would probably start to pay attention to the smallest of errors to eliminate some of them.
Great advice in this article, especially since it's coming from someone who actually hires. The part about sending your resume as a pdf rather than word document is very good advice.
This is a good article to look over before going on an interview. I will actually use this when I am going through the interview process to help me as a last resort kind of checklist.
Your elevator pitch is very important. The first time someone asked me for mine I was stunned and stood there for a few seconds thinking of where to start. Be prepared for people to ask you for your elevator pitch.
This article is awesome. I plan on reading many more times during my job search this fall. I think there are real mistakes like you people make like myself that know very little about the process in finding a job.
There’s a lot of great information in this article. When tips are coming from a manager’s perspective, it is more valuable.
These were some really good pointers, many in which I did not realize how crucial they were. I definitely agree with the asking questions; I am a manager and I appreciate those that have questions. It is a way to make sure there is clarity and that there is interest. Very good article.
This is interesting to see it from the other side of the interview process.
This is a good article and it has quite a bit of good tips. With jobs being hard to get right now its important to avoid job hunting mistakes.
Good advice, I like seeing both sides of what to look for and what to avoid. This article points out what to avoid.
This is some more great advice. We covered this information in a few of my business courses and in high school. This is a refresher for me that I will take into consideration especially the emailing of the cover letter and resume part.
Some good advice, but I think you just need to do your own research. Use what you learn in college and use your best judgement.
First time I've ever heard of an "elevator pitch." I will have to formulate one the next time I go on an interview just in case.
This was interesting because I didn't think it was important for me to ask questions when an interviewer ask "do you have any questions for me?" Now I see that this is important and I will definitely remember to do this nest time I'm on an interview.
Those were all pretty obvious pointers to avoid. The only one i wasn't familiar with was the 'elavator pitch' so that is what i will have to work on.
I did not know that I should send my resume through a pdf file. I will remember that. Also, I had to research what an elevator pitch is. Good tips once again.
Those tips were all pretty much standard, heard them before. As far as the thank you email, I have always read that sending a thank you note or letter was appropriate after interviewing.
I have heard a few of these tips before but once again this is a good reminder. Resume skills always need to be improving.
Great tips in this article. All of these career articles are great and with me being a senior i will definitely keep them in mind.
Elevator pitch stands out to me. I believe everyone should be able to give a 30 second commercial about themselves when seeking a job. The rest of the article does seem a bit obvious.
Liked this article better than the others. This guy really is blunt and to the point. The person reviewing your resume and doing your interview shouldnt have to work to read your resume i.e. your cover letter is a pdf and your resume in a word file. Good stuff
This is another good article. I will have to use some of these tips in my next interview so I will be successful.
These are great tips and I will make sure that I do not make these mistakes. I do believe people do not understand how important their resumes and cover letters are. I will be definitely printed this article out.
I like the part about how you name your resume file. I have never thought about it that way or thought that an employer would even pay attention to this.
The suggestions that he gave are very accurate and clear for me. I really like his ten tips and how to organized the resume.
Interviews are a way for you to convive the employer how good you are for the job. Its almost like you're selling yourself to them. I agree with his tips on presenting your resume also.
I actually thought this was an exceptional article. Most of the interview tips I read about or hear about are so generic and the same things over and over. Well, this guy had some insightful things to say that I actually feel will help me. Apparently, the guy has dealt with this over and over so everything he was saying is pretty genuine and he must really want to see a change in applicants.
My internship boss has been working with me on my resume and interviewing skills. He suggests a different approach to interviewing, and it is strange but possibly effective, but once again, I will take all the advice I can get.
You would think most of this stuff is common sense, but common sense isn’t so common.
Most of this information is covered in certain business courses. I find it disappointing that not everyone has access to this information about job interviews and resumes while they are still in school. Colleges should put major emphasis on the job interview process for all majors.
This was much more interesting to me than the resume articles. I especially liked the elevator speech idea, I never imagine myself in situations where I don't have time to think and I have to just react. I suppose that is why it would catch people off guard.
Useful information, but I couldn't help being distracted on number 5, point 2 in the parenthesis the word "learnt" was used. I know it's alternative spelling of "learned," but it was not pleasing to the eye.
I never considered the fact that putting the company name as a part of your resume file name is a pretty good indicator that you are sending out resumes to other places as well. Very good advice!
I actually worked at a job where they looked at many of the items on this list and took them into heavy consideration when deciding who to hire for a position.
I think the items discussed in the article are pretty good advice. I like the part about the elevator speech because I had to do my elevator speech over and over again at a conference with potential employers.
This information is very helpful, I deff have enjoyed reading all about the interview process do's and don'ts. I think the main occurrence in this article is about making sure your polished. When submitting a resume give hiring manager a reason to open your resume, but not a book report. Be prepared for interview, go in with extra copies of resumes, never know who they might need to show, be early but patient if not able to see you right away. Don't be rude or ugly if you don't get the job, they may of not need your services today but later on could give you a call back, send out a thank you note.
This information is very helpful to anyone seeking a job. I agree with the points made in this article.
Amazing advice...especially to a class full of people about to graduate and get into the real world.
Great advice. It is common sense but common sense sometimes is not so usual. many of the items on the list are considered and weighted heavily by some employers. Thanks for this.
This is good advice because knowledge is the key to success. Also, know your informaton can help you be put far infront of everyone else.
This is really good advice. I am really wanting to work for one company in the years to come but you have to have some years of experience at another and these tips will help me focus on what and what not to do when applying for the job.
There is some good advice here, but I guess the real message I got out of it was that everyone has different preferences for how they like to receive an application/resume. The best thing anyone can do is organize and prepare the best resume they can, and hop it is received well.
Although most of these seem routine, I personally know of several people who went into an interview with no knowledge about the company or questions to ask the interviewer. As a last resort, I think candidates should try asking about the interviewer's personal life without seeming intrucive. They could ask if they have any children in their life and communicate the ups and downs of their experiences. This creates a common bond and lasting impression with the recruiter.
Again, most of these tips seem obvious. I can't believe that anyone would show up to an interview not professionally dressed and without a copy of their resume in hand. The main purpose of interview is to try to sell yourself to get a job. So, being prepared for an interview is very important. Not only that, you have to do some research about the company so that you are familiar about the company.
Some more great advice. I wouldn't think that employers would look at the file name of your resume.
In the article "10 Job hunting mistakes you should avoid" I learned a lot, one thing was not to just send your resume attached to email withour anything else. Another thing is to keep it short and sweet, something to catch the employees eyes. Do not make you cover letter extremely long.
The article “10 Job Hunting Mistakes You should avoid” was very informative about what an employer is looking for. Most these should be common sense like dressing professional but some people don’t have much common sense so this article could be even more help for them. Nothing can hurt when looking for a job especially how hard jobs are to find right now.
The article "Great Career Advice: 10 Job Hunting Mistakes You Should Avoid" is another great article. The advice on dressing professionally and having your resume are common sense. I do like how the article informs you on the importance of keeping the cover letter short and sweet, have everything in one file, use a pdf file, and make sure the file name is professional. I also think it is a great idea to send a thank you card or email. I personally would send a handwritten thank you card; I feel like it shows you took more time and effort. Another great, informative article.
This article is just as informative as many of the other tips for interviewing. I really like that it talks about what the author has experienced as an interviewer and how to avoid making the same mistakes. The little things he talks about such as the cover letter in a pdf file or even making sure to send a thank you letter after the interview. All of these tips will help me have a better chance of beating other candidates for the same job.
The author defined some key points to remember when job hunting. This article is very helpful for job hunters. He said some key points that I have never thought of before.
Very funny things here. The sad part is i bet there are a lot of people who have made some of these mistakes. I really liked the Resume File thing. If you want them to feel that they are really what you want, having a universal resume, especially in the title does not do you justice. I think people should be dressed nice as it shows that they take the time to look professional. Too many of these tips are overlooked and it does nothing but hurt the prospective employee
Once more, these tips can be very helpful because you cannot always expect to do better when it comes to your resume. Using these tips is a good idea and the way it is presented can make all the difference.
I found this article insightful. It offered great tips for anyone searching for a job. The concept that a bulleted list be used on your initial email is a great idea.
I really thought this article was very good. One of the things that stood out to me was working on the elevator pitch. That was something I had to refresh my mind about and it is something we really never hear about too much while its our senior year and trying to get jobs. I plan to use this article again while I am trying to find employment.
This is another very great article and I will be sure to use most of these tips in my next interview so that I am successful.
I liked this article! Very blunt and straight to the point. It had some great tips as well, some I have yet to hear about.
A good pointer given that I did not really think about when e-mailing a resume is to include content within the e-mail explaining accomplishments and why I feel I am qualified for the job. Do not just send a blank e-mail with an attachment. Another good one is to just name your resume as your last and first name to give the appearance you have constructed the resume just for them but not to give the assumption you have multiple resumes.
This article was very informative. Even though a lot of these mistakes should be already known. There is always something new to learn. I found the resume file name to be the most interesting. If I were interviewing for a job and someone asked me what my elevator pitch was, I probably would have been speech less that is a weird way to ask what your strengths are.
These were some great tips. I have to be honest some of them suprised me. I guess you learn something new everyday. Most importanly I think potential job candidates should always do their research before going to an interview, so that they will be able to ask the employer questions aout the company and the position.
I liked how these tips were given from the interviewer’s perspective. They were all great tips but other than being professional and on time to the interview, I think bringing your resume is the most important thing. I also liked what he said about emailing the resume. Many people are hiring by first seeing your resume online and contacting the person via via email. Paying attention to a miniscule detail like an appropriate file name could help your prospects of getting the job.
I typically write a brief summary in the comments box when submitting a resume; however, I typically do not reserve this space for my cover letter. I usually combine my cover letter with my resume and then save it as a pdf file. When the employer opens the pdf file he is able to read my cover letter and resume in one continuous format. I wonder what Mr. Shenoy would think about that? Maybe I can e-mail him and ask him. “Oh, and by the way Mr. Shenoy, are you hiring?”
I always dress professionally when going on an interview. I always wear a tie. Sometimes I wear a suit, depending on the circumstance. I make sure that I am clean shaven. On the interview I am a walking, talking still image of conformity, the classic cookie cutter image of uniformity.
Remember not to get too wrapped up in your image. Let your personality shine through. If you are introverted, force yourself out of your box. If you are extroverted, dial down your personality. Strike the right balance, but make sure you allow your personality to shine though – after all, they aren’t hiring a robot – they are hiring a human being – and I think you are a human being. Be likeable; make connections with your employer. People typically won’t hire you if they don’t like you.
(As a side note, don’t do the outdated 70’s dance know as the “robot” on your interview. That might be an interview killer. You also might want to avoid the “funky chicken”).
The article was very interesting. Several point of what not to do and what do do where examined in there article. From my years of being apart of Beta Alpha Psi I find that a lot of point are being reiterated. Things such as: Dress Professional, have a resume to give the interviewer, have questions and send a thank you letter to your interviewer after the interview. Yet, there where some thing that I did not think about like selling your self to the interview in what is called "Your elevator pitch." This makes sure that the interviewee know what he/she wants. Some thing that I found to be true if that it the job market to day; it is more of a process of elimination instead of a process of selection. Interview because of the high rate of unemployment are getting hundreds of application, but the have limited job opening available. If job seeker want these position, they have to make sure that they know what they want and what they need to do to make it a reality.
More good advice. I enjoyed that it was from an employer's view. Although, some tips did seem contradictory. Overall though it was a good article and I will use some of this advice when searching for a job after graduation.
This is great advice as well. Every little bit you can do will make a difference in their decision.It is never bad to be over prepared.
Good advice and a great article. I really agree with the advice about calling ahead on the dress code. I have applied for many jobs in jeans and a t-shirt because I asked about the dress code before hand. I also like the information about converting your resume to a pdf file before you send it. This makes your resume universal and any operating system can open it.
This article is very good. In fact, I’ve been guilty of a couple of mistakes. My cover letter has been too lengthy, and I sent a resume with separate cover letter. Now that I know that those are things that are frowned upon. I’ll spend more time on trying to figure out exactly how to send resume’ and cover letter.
This article had some great advice in it. Interviews are so important and knowing what to expect and how to prepare for them can really put you over the edge when applying for a job. All of these tips will help me when I go job hunting in the near future.
I have made a few of the mistakes listed on this article, like sending a resume as a word document. Now I have to start working on my elevator pitch.
I have made a few of these mistakes. But rather than send my resume via e-mail I'd much rather hand it over personal. It seems more personal, rather than just black on white. The interview tips were very informative. I've actually heard that it's good practice to schedule 1 or 2 interviews a year, even if your not really looking for a job, just to keep your skills honed.
These were some very interesting tips, I have to say that I have made some of these mistakes. I have sent my resume in by email but I always make a trip to the place to hand one in personally just so they can get a personal opinion about me.
Another great article about job hunting mistakes. I think most of these mistakes are common sense, although, some of the information is helpful. I didn’t know what an elevator pitch was until after I read the article. Now if I was at an interview and they asked me my elevator pitch, I would be able to answer them. Another important point in this article is questions for the employer. I think all employers want candidates to ask questions about the job. This article was interesting and helpful.
I really liked this article. I believe all of the tips he gave are helpful. I think I will print this to remind me when I begin applying for jobs again.
I will have many questions during my interview. They tended to contradict themselves from time to time. I hate that there is a set way we r taught to send resumes and these guys want different things than most companies. It comes down to luck and a lot of prayer.
This is another article that helps out a lot with job munting mistakes. I believe that most of the mistakes that people make are mainly common sence. I do have to say that I have made a few of these mistakes before but you learn from making the mistakes right. I do believe that the employer wants their canidates to ask questions because it shows them that they are very interested in the job.
Actually, I have gotten a good job in which I overcame some pundits I did during the interview process. However, like most of friends would say, I can be very informative on subjects in which I am interested in. To me, the interview process is rather mundane due to the fact, if you actually know what you are talking about then it should be a breeze. I know some people get nervous but why should anyone be nervous if its a job they are qualified for.
I was very shocked to see that the project manager didn't like the candidates that attached a resume with no content. I'm definitely guilty of writing close to nothing in an email and always remembering to throw in, "Please see attachment for resume." I personally do not have a cover letter nor do I think it's necessary. The last time I looked at a cover letter was when I was a freshman in my first English course. I have a job at a Big Four company so I think I'm doing pretty well in the interview process.
This article made great points throughout that I did not hear of before. The point that stood out to me was the elevator pitch. I must practice on my pitch to marketing myself before interviewing.
There were some points of the article that I agreed and disagreed with. The article is full of good information, such as the thank you email after each interview, which I have been told is paramount. However, the point about the questions at the end is dependent on the job field I think. After a majority of interviews that I had with potential employers I did not have any questions because I had done my research ahead of time. I knew what the company was about and know what the job entails because I obviously read the description, felt that I had the necessary skill set and education for the job. And an interview is indeed a two-way type interaction, however this should take place throughout the interview, a dry, memorized introduction by the interviewer turns ME off of the employer.
This is a very informative and eye opening article. The job hunt must be a thorough search of all job prospects. Job hunters must weigh the pros and cons at each job and be aware of the differences between them. One topic I found imporant is to never send emails with just an attached resume. A hiring manager is not going to spend time on a random resume, remember there are many prospective employers going for the same position. Prospective employers would like to know why the job interests you or why you feel the best fit for the job.
These are some great tips for writing your resume. Its good to reads tips like these because sometimes things as simple as these just slip our minds and make us look bad to future employers. So using tips like these are good idea for fine tuning your resume and making it look as good as possible.
You definitely should include some type of content while e-mailing your resume. A lot of times if there isn't content employers probably will overlook the attachment because they do not know what "random person" is e-mailing to them. Same goes for not having a file name that makes sense. Everyone should know that you always dress professionally when going to an interview and bring an additional copy of your resume. This article has some very helpful tips.
All of these atrticles about job hunting and resumes are very useful. These are great tips for a student who is about to graduate and start a career. I will definitely consider these areticles and take what they said in to consideration.
Some new information in this one about job hunting so it wasn't quite as repetitive as others. Good ideas for building resumes, will definitively remember this.
This is great advice and i like that it comes from an employer. I'm glad that your posting article about job searching and resume building, because graduation is near and these tips will defiantly com in handy. Its always helpful to know what exactly employers are looking for.
Some of these hints are so obvious! I can’t fathom people actually making these mistakes but I guess they do. I am always so prepared and try my hardest to be as professional as possible. I think dressing professionally would be the most important on e because if you look a mess then everything will come off as messy.
Some of these tips are rather obvious. However, it is good to be reminded of them. One great piece of information to always remember is to look professional. Even if you are applying for a fast food job, you should still always try to look your best and presentable.
This article had some really good tips. Some should be common knowledge though. These days you have to get everything right to be considered for the job.
Great tips and I would never thought to send a thank you email. Another good one was having your resume document with a name that does not make sense.
It seems to me what he is trying to say is make your resume short and sweet. I think he has some great ideas but I think it more depends on the type of job you are applying for.
This is very useful information. I agree that professionalism is the same no matter what generation you come from. It is also good advice to never send a blank email with just an attachment of your resume. At least type something to show that you are interested and willing to put forth effort. This most helpful tip to me is being cautious when naming your resume file because when you attach it to an email the file name shows up as well. Having a silly file name might put off a bad first impression.
This is really good advice. i agree with professionalism is the same no matter what generation you come from. also you should probably never have your resume document with a name that does not make since
This was a great article about job hunting. I agreed that even though a company may have a "relaxed" and very casual dress code, does not give the person being interviewed the right to dress down. I think everyone should present themselves well no matter where and what position they are applying for. I also think that writing a too lenghty cover letter is too much for the employer to read and they will not have the time to even read everything. I think everyone should follow these rules when finding a job in the future.
The article went over alot I never realized people didn't see those points as commen sense. It is very important to be professional on an interview and express your interest and qualification for the job. It is also important to know about the job you are interviewing for as well, i don't think that was in there.
Very interesting article! It actually taught me a few things that I didnt know. I already knew to dress professional, do a thank you email, etc. But I learned to make sure that you have a decent file name for your resume! A lot of people will name their resume file name "ajdjansdj" , just because they dont feel like typing it out and be in the "quick" mode. Well, I learned that those little things count. If you take the time to do a resume, please take the time to make a decent file name. This article was very helpful.
Again good advice about the future trying to get a job. Seeing many applicants daily for a job hiring is stressful and time consuming enough for employers making it easier on them is the best thing possible. This also shows employers that you are able to work quickly and efficiently.
Some of the mistakes mentioned in this link i never would have considered a mistake. Im glad i know now before i made these mistakes.
Very solid advice in this column. Although I would never send my resume as a pdf file, some people may not think twice about it and not see it as a big deal. I like the idea of having an "elevator pitch" to sell yourself.
I really enjoyed this article. I was surprised when I read "1" I thought for sure that everyone new to type a short cover letter in the body of the email. I do like the idea about sending the resume in the form of a PDF file as I always send mine in word, but not anymore. This also made me think about how I name my resume before I send it out. I will have to make sure I have it saved with just my name.
There were some helpful tips in here for me (such as the file name of the resume, I never thought of that). It makes me very happy; however, that enough people have no idea how to dress for a interview that the author felt the need to explain how. Hopefully that should help me stand out when I'm looking for a job.
This article also seems like commone sense, but they are very true. Most of these things definitely seem like they would bother an employer. We need to be prepared, professional, and ready to sell oueselves in our interviews.
This had some good advice that I will be using when trying to find a job. I never thought of saving my resume as a pdf. Also, I am going to start writing a short cover letter in emails. Hopefully this will help with getting me a job.
I will definitely be using this advice. One thing that I can't stand is how young people these days think that casual clothes are suitable to wear to class presentations, meetings, interviews, and church. I'm glad that this article reminded me to send Thank You emails!
It is nice to hear this from the perspective of the interviewer. A lot of these are common sense but they are very important to remember. You have to sell yourself to future employers.
This video has very good information for all. I was not aware of all of the mistakes stated in the story. Some of the given mistakes I would have not thought of as wrong. Some of the information stated was useful and some of the information was not.
This video has very good information for all. I was not aware of all of the mistakes stated in the story. Some of the given mistakes I would have not thought of as wrong. Some of the information stated was useful and some of the information was not.
This article gives good advise that can be applied to interviewing. Most of these things are easy to see they should be avoided, but to have the view point of an employer emphasizes how much they really matter. There are many details that get overlooked and depending on the potential employer some things you are prepared for won't matter.
I'm graduating this semester so I need all the help I can get when it comes to finding a job. This article was very helpful and I will keep these tips in mind on my job search.
Everybody has positive attributes and negative attributes. Putting your best foot forward, doing your homework and never giving up seems to be the premise for success in job hunting. Which pretty much correlates with success in life.
This is some great advice,this was a very interesting article.
This article was another excellent choice to read because I will be better prepared writing my resume, interview and after my interview. Having all these helpful tips will allow me to exceed in any interview I chose. I didn't know companies really enjoyed getting an email back.
This is a pretty good list of do's and don'ts. When I use to hire new employees at Sprint a few of his "don'ts" probably cost a candidate a job offer. Candidates should always dress professionally, bring multiple copies of the resumes and ask questions. I was always interviewing candidates for sales jobs and if they could not ask one follow up question to the interview they were basically eliminated. I have a few other do's and don'ts I'd recommend. The first is always be around 10 to 15 minutes early for your interview. The second is to always have a pen with you. Lastly, do not call the interviewer multiple times after the interview asking if you did ok or were going to get an offer. This only aggravates the hiring manager and may ruin a good first impression you had made.
Great article about what to do or not to do when submitting a resume or going on an interview. I liked the idea about the interview being a sales call and you are trying to promote your product, which is you and what you can bring to that company.
This article had some great tips. I have used some of the things that were talked about in this article. I believe it is very important to have a resume on hand, ask questions during the interview, and most importantly follow up the interview with a thank you letter.
I think it's really important to give a sales pitch of yourself in 1 minute or less. Also staying on topic of why you are the best candidate, and how you can help your employer is important. All of these tips are to be remembered. I really think we need to be reminded of these alot.
In my opinion, most of these tips are "no brainers" and anyone going into the job search market for the first time should pay close attention to these. A while back I opened a position for an office assistant to help me with every day duties so I can take care of other, more complex, tasks. The most aggravating thing about the process of reviewing received resumes was the number of people who applied even though they had none of the experience that I had set as a requirement on the job posting. Please, if you don't have the experience in specific programs that are necessary, don't apply.
This article had a lot of great advice in it. I plan on using this in my future job searching.
These were some really good pointers, many in which I did not realize how crucial they were. I definitely agree with the asking questions.Candidates should always dress professionally, bring multiple copies of the resumes and ask questions.
I have been out of the workforce for some time now and needed the refresher on professionalism for applying and interviewing for a job. I really appreciate these tips, especially from someone in Mr. Shenoy's position. His approach is casual and non-intimidating, but contains the tools for a successful job search.
It just amazes me how some people have no idea how to show up for an interview. I've been told all of these things since high school and have never thought to show up for an interview without a resume or dress anything less than professional no matter what job it was for. But these were definitely good reminders and refreshing to see someone be so blunt about what they expect.
I think the items discussed in the article are pretty good advice. I like the part about the elevator speech because I had to do my elevator speech over and over again at a conference with potential employers.
Interviews are easy... u just sell yourself! (no prostitution reference intended) talk yourself up without sounding like a pompous ass and you got it!! companies are always looking for the next great employee b/c most of theirs suck ass and they know it.... i knew most of those tips but thanks for refreshing my memory!
Most of these were common sense. In fact, I was kind of shocked that some people would not know these things without being told. One thing I need to work on is my elevator pitch. Also, asking questions. I am always so nervous that by the end when they ask me if I questions, I am just ready to leave and honestly do not have any ready prior to the interview. These are things I will work on before my next interview.
These are some great mistakes to learn from because I can see these occurring the most without it being considered a mistake. I believe the most common mistake is resume format. People do not always take the time to format their resume properly and do not feel that is important. Also, it is extremely important to be dressed professionally at the interview and keeping in mind not to reveal too much at all. This was a very informative article and each mistake described will be taken into consideration so it will not happen when job hunting.
I see this all the time at my job. We will get a handwritten resume in pencil, or just an incomplete resume. People forget that they need to have questions as well as the HR person, so that we can get everything out on the table now.
I found this article to be helpful. I'm sure I have been guilty of a few of these in the past but will take note for the future.
THis article was very interesting. Some of the tips i have never even thought of doing or not doing. I forget how important every little detail is sometimes. E-mailing a resume without a proper saved file name is probably a common mistake. Also the interview always makes me nervous and I had no idea what a elevator pitch was, but now knowing what it is, I need one!! The last thing i found intriguing was to send a thank you e-mail to the employer after being interviewed. That makes so much sense to do I just never have thought of it.
Great advice on job searching. It made me really think about the job search from a different perspective. I find myself doing a lot of the things that they said not to do. I will definitely take this information to heart and use it when I applying for a job.
Just like the previous article on job hunting this has given me many helpful tips. These mistakes that I am probably guilty of in the past will help me in the future with job searching.
once again this is some great tips i can use while job hunting. if everybody would use these tips maybe more people would be more likely to get hired at a job.
This is some good advice i can use while job searching. If tip like this was giving more often it will make find job a whole easier.
I found this article to pretty helpful. When interviewing and job searching you need to be aware of these things and they will definetly come in handy during my my job search.
This article was very informative and I really enjoyed reading it. I will make sure I take head to everything that was discussed in all of my upcoming interviews.
This article had a great deal of valuable information for college students like myself who will soon be graduating and becoming young professionals in the work field. I will definitely be applying this information to my interviews with prospective employers.
This is very interesting and I am actually enjoying the career posts because I am going for Human Resources. This helps me know what to do for myself and what to look for when searching for other employees.
This was a really informative blog and I believe it will help me very soon. The step I believe will help me the most is learning how to give my "elevator pitch". I was already aware of the way to dress as well as googling my name.
I had no idea that some of these existed! I'll definitely keep these in mind when i start my job search!
I find that these job hunting mistakes are common sense. If I were an employer, I would never open an email with no subject line or viable content. When going into an interview, one is expected to be dressed professionally with appropriate accessories. Even personal hygiene is considered during an interview.
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