Showing posts with label Tulsa jobs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Tulsa jobs. Show all posts

Thursday, April 4, 2013

Job Tip #103: Inquiring About a Job Generally vs Specific

by Stand-By Personnel Staff





How many times have you attended a job fair and the company asks you "So, what type of position or job are you looking for?" And you say..."Oh, I dunno. Anything really, I just need a job."? Really?

It's time to think about how bad you REALLY want a job. 

Example, let's say there's a song you really, really, REALLY love. And you're trying to find this song on the internet because you want to buy the single. When you search for the song...do you search "any song"? No, you don't. You search either the artist OR the title of the song, otherwise, you won't find the song you're looking for. In other words, you're specific.

Finding a job you want and are qualified to do is the same way. You must be specific when discussing your job search with potential employers.  So, we recommend you pick one to three jobs that you have the most experience in and write them down on a piece of paper, in the order of the one you want or like the most. And when you're searching online for a job, look at that list and apply specifically for one of those positions. When you attend job fairs and you're asked, "what type of job are you seeking?" You'll know how to answer that question. You'll not only come across as organized and someone who knows what they want, but you'll make it easier on the potential employer to find and place you in a job you want and will be happy with. Good luck on your job search...cheers!

Friday, December 7, 2012

Job Seeker Tip of the Week: Make it Win-Win Situation!

Make It a Win-Win Situation!

by Stand-By Personnel Staff Member

Okay, so, you're looking for a job. This time, you really, REALLY do want and need to find one! Where do you start? Do you just call the number on the ad you saw in the paper or call a staffing company and say "I'm calling in available" and expect a positive outcome? Sometimes it works, but, let's simplify your job search and increase your opportunities and chances of being hired.

We're going to use the "Do's" and "Don'ts" examples.

DON'T

Job Seeker: "Hi, this is Jane Doe, I'm calling in available"

 
Job Interviewer: "What's the last four of your social?"
Job Seeker: "1234"
Job Interviewer: "Okay Jane, we've got you down as available. If something comes up, we'll let you know."
Job Seeker: "Okay, thanks."
  
And right about now, the job seeker is thinking "I hope they find something." But, the call never comes, or maybe it did but the job wasn't right for you.
 
DO
 
Job Seeker: "Hi, this is John Smith. I looked on your job board and saw you had three positions I'm interested in.
Job Interviewer: "Hi John, what's the last four of  your social?"
Job Seeker: "1234"
Job Interviewer: "Okay, we've got you in our system. Which jobs are you inquiring about?"
Job Seeker: "Well, the three I'm inquiring about are the Material Handler, Grinder/shop helper and the Final Assembly. I have experience in all three positions but really excelled at and enjoyed the Material Handler position. If I could come in to interview with you and start with that one, that would be great."
Job Interviewer: "Okay, great. We conduct interviews Monday through Friday from seven a.m to three thirty."
Job Seeker: "Great, I'll come in at 7:30 tomorrow morning...thank you."
Job Interviewer: (impressed with your organization and specific job skills and interests)"Sounds good, see you then."
Now the interviewer is happy because not only have you saved both of you time, you've sped up the interview process because she knows exactly what questions to ask based on your experience and interest in the jobs you've inquired about. Now you've created a win-win situation for both of you!