Archive for March, 2008

Tips For A Job Interview

Sunday, March 23rd, 2008

The first step that the applicant has successfully completed was sending your application and adoption of the selection process of the company.The second step is to get the work session is the employer for an interview.

The employer has the resume through a variety of sources which may be an announcement that was posted, a referral from a friend or a headhunter, or by a person who has submitted an application simply by connecting to the company’s website.

Here are some tips to help you have a good interview:

  1. Before going to an interview, it is best to research what kind of company your  applying.
  2. It is also possible to practice with a friend or family member for a mock questions that the employer will likely ask so that  you may not choke during the real interview.
  3. When you go to an interview, it is always best to arrive 10 to 15 minutes in advance. This shows that employers like the person who is punctual and serves as a good attribute in a potential employee.
  4. On meeting an employer, you should bring an extra copy of the resume and other documents which are necessary if asked .  A good example is an architects and photographers who are professionals in their fields that should have a portfolio of works that may impress the interviewer.
  5. It is always best to dress appropriately. This shows the employer sincerity on the part of the application of the applicant for the position. One must have finger nails and hair well arranged for the interview. The costume must be professional.
  6. When you are in front of the employer, smile and greet the interviewer with a firm (but not bone crushing) handshake which is always a good starting point to get the interview moving.
  7. During the interview, listen very well to questions. Each answer must be the truth.
  8. Finally, the applicant must thank the recruiter for the time that was given to meet for the interview.

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Tips for a Stress-Free IT Job Search

Tuesday, March 4th, 2008

The best source for finding jobs in Information Technology (more commonly known as IT) is, obviously, the Internet.

Several sites offer lists of job openings for specific fields. The key to successful research is how and where to look for the best jobs available.

To access a site from the list, an individual must first accomplish the following:

  1. Subscribe to the site chosen.
  2. After registration confirmation (via e-mail the moderator of the site), the individual in may now have access to the list.
  3. In the search for the best offer of suitable employment or you may be asked to complete a form (online) that states an individual profile.This is generally used to facilitate navigation of the work because it has different areas of specialties. Other sites automatically match the profile of an individual to the vacancy available or adapted on the basis of information supplied by the person.
  4. The applicant may choose to contract, full time, part time, internships or temporary jobs category.
  5. If the individual prefers work that is currently not listed on the site, he or she may have the opportunity to submit his curriculum vitae.

To avoid frustration while browsing through the many lists of IT openings on the Internet, consider the following:

  1. Determine.
    a. Organize your career portfolio in soft and hard copies. While most employers ask for a copy of your resume through the net (email), there are some that still require paper copies of the submission to their respective offices.

    b. Determine preferred location for work. The individual is ready to be relocated in a good position should be offered in another city or state? Does he or she prefers to work in the distance?

    c. Salary. Although it would be unwise to press for special treatment during the interview, a person must have a predetermined range of salary he or she would be willing to accept whatever the employer would be  or where it is located.

  2. Classification of the items listed above are based on priority.
  3. Internet search sites to the list of IT Jobs.
  4. Register on a number of sites for a wider access to various lists.
  5. Please send your curriculum vitae on the basis of predetermined priorities.

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