Getting the Job You Want [GTJYW]: Checklist

Please use this checklist (download here) to review your unit, and see what needs to be handed in.

When you are finished, please EMAIL the checklist to Mr.Hackl [and hand in the files to the >Public >InfoPro >Hand_In folder]

Unit 3, Part 4 [last part]: The Job Interview

So far in this unit, you've prepared:
> your resume (chronological, functional, 21st century)
> 2 cover letters (from jobs at saskjobs.ca)

The final part of this "Getting the Job You Want" (GTJYW) unit is learning how to succeed at the job interview.

FIRST...
...You'll need to prepare a powerpoint which you reflect on how to prepare for the job interview. Answer these important thoughts:
1. What are some do's and don'ts as you plan... your clothing/dress? makeup? perfume/cologne?
2. Why is eye contact important in a job interview?
3. What should you do if you don't know the answer to a question?
4. Find "any 5 common interview questions" and provide a well-worded reponse that you would share with your interviewer.

   Links to get you started: (or google "Common Job Interview Questions"):
      > SaskNetwork: Job Interview
      > Government of Canada: Preparing for a Job Interview
      > Common Job Interview Questions... how to answer them

SECOND...,
...Email your "5 questions" (but save the answers for the interview) to Mr.Hackl. He'll choose from your list and his 'master list of questions' and email your partner a script, so you'll be able to do the interview.

THIRD,
...You'll be video-ing you and a partner "at the job interview" (we will plan for this on Wednesday, April 15th, and Thursday, April 16th). 

Unit 3: Part 3: Cover Letters

In this unit so far, we've:
> completed the Resume Worksheet
> created 3 resumes: 1 'functional', 1 'chronological', and 1 'digital'

Now, your next step is to create a "Cover Letter". It's purpose is to

a) introduce you to your (hopefully) future boss, let them know you've attached your resume, and explain where you found the job
b) explain why you would be a "good fit", explaining your qualifications, training, experience, personality, and general skills that would make you the best choice for the job
c) thank the employer for your time, and ask for an interview

When you write the actual letter, each letter is a separate paragraph. Look for sample cover letters here (or google search "examples of cover letters')

To do this:
Step #1:  

The leaders of many leading companies were asked 'what they look for in a cover letter. Read over this link which discusses their responses, and then add a blog post which explains any 5 tips to making a good cover letter, based on what you've read. Please MAKE SURE to include quotes/phrases from the link.

Step #2: 

Visit http://www.saskjobs.ca, and find ANY TWO (2) jobs you'd really like to apply for

Step #3:

Lastly, create a cover letter for each job you'd like

Unit 3, Part 2: Making Your Own Resumes

Good morning, everyone!

Time for "part 2" of the "Job Search" unit! PART TWO: Design Your Resume Now that you've seen the two different types of resumes [functional and chronological], it's your turn to create a resume (or modify one that you've already made before).... including creating a 'resume-for-the-21st-century'!

What to Do:

• for each of the two types of resumes mentioned above, use this link to give a scenario/example of when to use it, and when to avoid using it... so you know why each is important [save this in a new Microsoft Word file in your folder]
• create a resume in EACH of these styles: 1) Functional, 2) Chronological  [save each as a separate file in your folder]
• use this link (or Google "21st century resume" or "online resume" to 3) create a 'digital resume'

(more 'infographic resume ideas' are here...)

Unit 3, Part 1: Resumes

Our new unit, which we can start today is the “Job Search Experience”, also called "Get the Job You Want". We’ll be reviewing skills and techniques so that by the April break (on April 18th), you'll:
> develop different versions of your own professional resume
> develop your own cover letter
> practise ‘interviewing techniques’

Our first task: “What Makes a Good Resume”?  Use this link and the file What Makes a Good Resume (you can put your answers on the Word document) to explore do’s and don’ts of good ‘professional resumes’.

I intend to make a separate website for this unit, but for today and tomorrow, let's use the instructions here...