January 3,1, 1985’

to getting jobs

Did you know that 4 per cent of jobs are always open? Do you realize that up to 80 per cent of jobs are never openly advertised? How do you increase the chance of being one of those people who get a job?

Finding a job is less often a

consequence of luck than of a v

thorough and organized job

hunt. Here are a few sug- ; gestions that will maximize z your changes of getting that

sought-after job.

Resumes

A good resume is the first | step in finding a job. Sure, ' no one ever hired a piece of ' paper, but a resume is im- portant to sell yourself to an employer. A good one is essential if you want an interview from a potential employer. A resume is a strong marketing tool for you r if you have put effort into preparing a detailed one. Individual assistance in com— ‘ piling your resume is avail— able at the Student Employ— ment Centre. '

Job Applications

Many federal and provin- cial government departments 1 have deadlines for summer employment applications shortly. Always ensure 'they are completed fully and accurately. . It is especially important that you take the time to

abilities for the job under consideration. For example, if you are applying for a surf- guard position, a photocopy of all relevant and current certificates is a good way to show your qualifications for the job. You should also list previous places where you used your surfguarding skills. Remember, if you can’t sell yourself on paper (applic-

relat‘e your specific skills and“? '-.Employment'

ation), you probably won’t get the chance to sell yourself in person (interview).

Interviews

The impression you make (or don’t make) at an inter- view can spell the difference between success or failure, so it is wise to prepare for them. Even an excellent application won’t get you the job since “the world of work is a world of people.”

Few applicants adequately prepare themselves by re- searching the job, looking at themselves honestly and ob~ jectively, and learning about the employer.

A videotaped(mock) inter- view can be arranged is you are interested and can be quite helpful.

Some interviews use two or three interviewers (e.g., government) who ask ques- tions and write down your answers.

The four key questions are: why are you here? what can you do for me? how much are you going to cost?

Finally, no interview is )ver until you have sent a thank-you note.

Seing Organized

The importance of being organized in your approach cannot be Over-emphasized. This ensures you are covering all the possibilities.

Register with the Canada Centre ‘on Campus. \

Watch for job openings on bulletin boards.

Look for opportunities in the paper —' continually. 1

Decide where you would like to work and who does the real hiring. Then see them in person and/or write as well.

Follow up again in a few weeks’ time (perhaps you’ll

have come up with some other thoughts or ideas by then as well).

Know your strengths and weaknesses, interests and abilities. Take controlsof the process yourself.

You might only be able to devote one afternoon a week until May, but that adds up. Then spend 40 hours a week looking (if you haven’t found anything by then).

Contacts

The key to finding a job is contacts, contacts, contacts.

A contact is ANYONE you know, or who knows you. Everyone has contacts everywhere.

Be systematic rather than haphazard in your approach. Make sure your contacts know you are job—hunting and what you are willing to do. Each contact may be able to suggest others.

Keep an organized list for future use and follow—up. It has been said that getting a job consist of a “NO—NO- NO-NO-NO—YES” approach.

But if- yUu ...: organized and persistent in your efforts, leads will come up, interviews will materialize, and jobs will be offered.

Conclusion

While the economy plays a vital part in the generation of jobs, YOU play a key role ,in your own job generation through your applied efforts.

There are traditional and non-traditional approaches, each with its own degree of success.

Have you really taken the time to list (and contact) all your contacts?

Time is on your side if you start now.

Gout} luck -in your job search. ‘

By Lori Anne Heckbert

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Quick, I havén’t much time. The men in the white coats are here to take me away. However, before I go, I just want to drop this bombshell:

The word of the week is “Yes”.

VNext week’s column will feature a discussion of the social implications of this rather clearly defined statement. Bye.

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