Job Fairs

By Senator Chris Coons [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons

Job Fairs are a great way to network and learn about opportunities for employment. Some people get discouraged, however, because they don't seem to have any luck finding a job. Here's why.

  

When you go to a Job Fair, you should think of it as a mini-interview with the various companies at the fair.  You should be prepared, dressed and behave just like you were at the actual company.  

Tips for going to a Job Fair:

• Dress neatly.  NO jeans, t-shirts, shorts or short skirts.  You don't have to go to the fair all dressed up, but you do want to look your best.  
• Have neat, clean copies of your resume on hand.  This shows you are truly interested in getting a job.
• Have a list of references you can give.
• DO NOT smoke or chew gum.
• DO NOT wear heavy cologne or perfume.
• Ask questions!

There are Job Fairs happening almost every month of the year.  If you want to attend, make sure you are prepared. 

Tips for Getting a Better Job

There are hundreds of lists available that help job seekers find that "perfect" job.  Forbes magazine has a list of Unconventional (But Very Effective) Tips.

One that goes against what so many people say and believe is, "Don't always follow your passion."  It seems, according to experts in the field, that often passion develops after a person has worked at something for some time.

For more on these unconventional tips go to: http://www.forbes.com/sites/jacquelynsmith/2013/02/27/10-unconventional-but-very-effective-tips-for-job-seekers/#52c440d04465