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How to Make a Great First Impression by Tonya Baker

Jennifer Cochran - Sunday, September 11, 2011

How to make a great first impression

 

Everyone knows that first impressions are important and even more during your job search. The first judgment an interviewer makes is going to be based on how you look and what you are wearing so it is always important to dress professionally for a job interview no matter how casual the work environment. Remember you don't have the job yet and the applicant dressed in a nice suit and tie or dress will make a much better impression than the candidate dressed in jeans and a t-shirt. Below are a few simply tips to make your interviews a success and help you shine.

 

Interview Attire for Men

  • Suit or dress slacks
  • Dress shirt
  • Belt
  • Tie especially for professional positions
  • Dark socks, with clean polished shoes
  • Clean shaven with little or no cologne
  • Neatly trimmed nails

Interview Attire for Women

        

  • Pant or skirt suit
  • Coordinated blouse
  • Conservative shoes (no flip-flops)
  • Limited jewelry
  • Neatly done hair
  • Neutral pantyhose
  • Light make-up and perfume
  • Neatly manicured clean nails

What Not to Bring to the Interview

  • Young Children (interviewer may assume that you have problems with child care.)
  • Gum
  • Cell phone
  • Ipads or MP3 players
  • Coffee or soda
  • If you have lots of piercings, leave some of your rings at home ( earrings only is a good rule)

 

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The 5 W's on Writing a Perfect Resume by Energi Personnel's Misty Jones

Jennifer Cochran - Tuesday, September 06, 2011

A recent article examined the styles of resumes and what catches a reader’s attention.  The focus was on how narrative style resumes are outdated, do not catch the reader’s attention quickly and can even convey a negative idea that something is trying to be hidden.  And most importantly, the time investment that a reader must devote to that resume. 

As a hiring manager, we want to glance at a resume and be able to tell you who they are, what they have done, where they attended school and been employed, when were they last employed, and what are they looking to do.  By stating the 5 W’s clearly, quickly and efficiently, readers are more apt to continue, as well as, read more in depth.   By addressing the keywords in a headline and major bullet points at first glance, the reader’s attention is caught and has raised the interest of the reader.  This is the strategy that newspapers and magazines use to catch reader’s eyes, raise interest, and result in the consumer buying that media to read the story in its entirety.  A resume using the same strategies will more often find their way into a hiring manager’s hands for a longer length of time.  

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Six Ways to Work Successfully with Energi Personnel by Tamera Ingram

Jennifer Cochran - Monday, September 05, 2011

Six Ways to Work Successfully With Energi Personnel

By Tamera Ingram, Energi Personnel Staff

 

Make an appointment: When you register with us make an appointment.  If you show up unexpectedly, we may be unable to fit you in.  It will take you at least 40 – 45 minutes to go through our process, so please dedicate that time to register.

Come dressed for an interview: You wouldn’t show up to church in shorts and a tank top, so dress appropriately for your interview.  Since we do live in West Texas, clean jeans, plain shirt and work boots are perfectly acceptable.  If you are applying for an office position, dress for the position you are applying for.  Slacks and nice shirt are fine.  Remember no spiked heels, short skirts, or heavy make-up and perfume.  Your first impression is very important, so let’s make it a good one. 

Bring References: One of the reasons people don’t get placed is lack of references.  You need to bring at least 4 and don’t forget the phone numbers.  These references should be from previous employers and co-workers.  If we call you for more references, please get them to us as quickly as you can.  For those who do not have a work history, teachers, long term family, friends, and clergy are acceptable.  Always pre screen your references.

Testing: For all light industrial applicants we will give you a safety test.  Please pay attention to the video, and answer the questions to the best of your ability.  If you are applying for an office position we will give you a number of on-line tests.  These tests can be completed in our office, or on your home computer.  Expect to spend 1-1/2 to 2 hours on these tests.  Completion of the tests will help us place and sell you to a prospective employer. 

Interview: Be as forthcoming as possible as we will ask you many questions.  Where we place you will depend on your answers.  We want to place you in the best job possible where you will be successful.  If you don’t have a skill, don’t say you do as we will find out quickly that you don’t. 

Follow Up: Always keep in touch with us and call in every 10 days.  When a position opens up, you want your name on the top of our list. If you find a position before we can place you, please let us know so we can keep your records accurate. We here at Energi Personnel is always interested in your search and your current employment. If are currently employed but still looking for that perfect opportunity keep us updated so we may assist you in your search.

Here are a few ways to make your application process go smoothly with Energi Personnel.  Up-date your resume.  You can go online and find resume applications, and some are free.  Current resumes help prospective employers in deciding if they want to interview you, and Energi Personnel to sell you.  Remember finding the right position may take time, but it is well worth the effort.  Energi Personnel is here to aid you in your search.  Good Luck!

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