The Job Application Process The Written Job Presentation

The Job Application Process. The Written Job Presentation Chapter # 18 12 th Lecture By: Saif Bukhari

PREVIEW Self Assessment Market Assessment Resume (vita, Qualifications brief) Cover Letter to Resume

What is Self Assessment ?

What is Assessment? (Academic ) Assessment is a systematic process of gathering, reviewing and using important quantitative and qualitative data and information from multiple and diverse sources about educational programs, for the purpose of improving student learning, and evaluating whether academic and learning standards are being met.

Self Assessment……… Self assessment is an assessment conducted by the institution/department to assess whether programmes meet their educational objectives and outcomes with the purpose to improve programmes’ quality and enhancing students learning.

Objectives of Self Assessment § Improve and maintain academic standards § Enhance students’ learning § Verify that the existing programs meet their objectives and institutional goals § Provide feedback for quality assurance of academic programs

The Elements of A Successful Assessment § Purpose identification § Outcomes identification § Measurements and evaluation design § Data collection § Analysis and evaluation § Decision-making regarding actions to be taken

Know your Skills Know your accomplishmen ts Use verbs to describe your skills Record accomplishment s Using verbs gives impression that you are a dynamic person Use verbs alongwith the result of your accomplishment s Know your interests Use your interests, preferences and interests to show what kind of job will suit you Know your personal values What is important to you and why shows your personal values You may use these values to understand what kind of job you would like

Know Your Interests • Analyzing your interests, preferences, and attitudes can help you determine in what type of job you can use your skills. – Which job have I enjoyed the Most ? Why? – Do I prefer to work with figures, machines, people, or ideas ? – What do I like to do with my free time? – Which things have brought me high satisfaction? – Which hobbies do I enjoy the most ? – And many other self analysis questions. .

Know your Personal Values • Various situations involving ethical environments; often your decision is based on your value judgments. • Value can also be applied to jobs and what you seek to get from them. • Description: – A desire to help people, A desire to work with them in a manner. A concern to make the word a better place in which to live. – A position of major responsibility. You would also receive a sizeable salary and high recognition.

Know your Personal Values – A wish to face risk. (willing to travel) – An ideal place in which to work. – A desire to accomplish, much on your own. – A wish to control events and people. Values are difficult to measure. Each person carries in his or her own head those things considered of prime importance.

Market Assessment • You now haw to ask these questions. Which jobs and employers need what I have to offer? In which business market (company) would I like to work? • Suggestions to help you in your job-related research • Written Sources of Career and Job Information • Trade publications. Libraries. Placement offices are principal places to locate Information " on possible functional job areas.

Written sources of Career and job information • For the following use available and updated resource • Self Assessment and Career planning • Resume and Cover Letter Preparation • Interviewing Strategies • Internships • International Careers Helpful Persons Regarding Employers and Jobs • Alumni • Business Friends • Counselors • Employment Agencies • Former employers and coworkers • Friends, relatives and acquaintances • Labor unions

RESUME (VITA, QUALIFICATIONS BRIEF) • Resume is a summary of your qualifications and intended (future) career path. • Content and layout of resumes vary; there is no best type. • Present your information under headings in phrases instead of full sentences. • Focus on your job-related achievements. Push the positive-but be honest. • Here we discuss the possible contents of a resume. Choose those parts that best fit your background, and then arrange them in any desirable order. • • Phrases and clauses are the building blocks of sentences. Phrases are groups of words that act as a part of speech but cannot stand alone as a sentence. Clauses (part or section or paragraph)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Opening Section – Heading – Job or Career objective Education Work Experience Achievements, Awards, Service Activities Personal Data (Optional) References

COVER LETTER TO RESUME • Cover letter also called the “ cold contact” letter or the job application letter, the resume cover letter has one purpose: to attract the interest of your prospective employer to give you a job interview. • A resume could be called shotgun approach. It cover much material: • A resume cover letter could be called the rifle approach it focuses on precise points.

Cover Letter • A cover letter expresses your interest in and qualifications for a position to a prospective employer. • Your cover letter should introduce the main points of your resume. • It should also help you to “sell” your qualifications to the prospective employer

Opening – For favorable attention • • Summary opening Name opening Question opening News item opening Middle paragraph – for data, details • Education • Work experience Personal attitudes, interests, activities, qualities • Your ability to work with people • Your attitude toward employment • Your personal qualities Last paragraph – for easy action

COVER LETTER TO RESUME • Four possible 'opening styles are recommended; • Summary, • Name. • Question, • News item openings,

COVER LETTER TO RESUME 1 - Summary Opening • An effective opening is a summary of your two or three outstanding qualifications related to the job you seek.

COVER LETTER TO RESUME • Foreign resumes Include more personal Information than do those of the United States; It Is your option as to whatpersonal Information you Include

COVER LETTER TO RESUME • 2 - Name Opening • To use this kind of Cover letter opening requires networking. learning about opportunities from another person or group. • Name cards kept on file constant reminders of persons on whom you might call for future references in cover letter.

COVER LETTER TO RESUME • 3 - Question Opening • A bit more difficult to write, but as effective, is the question that shows understanding of a company problem or significant need. You as an applicant desire to help.

COVER LETTER TO RESUME • News Item opening • Any young person or seasoned business person should frequently read business publications. Not to do so may cost you a job opportunity. • Often you send s letter without a specific job in mind • Read publications not only for contents, but for future job opportunities.

COVER LETTER TO RESUME • Middle Paragraphs - For Data, Details • Two or at most three paragraphs is all the space you have to persuade your reader you have the necessary job qualifications, Support your claims; use truthful data; evidence. Supports that both clarify and“ Sustain, " your conclusions.

COVER LETTER TO RESUME • • Middle Paragraphs for Data, Details Education Work Experience Personal Attitude, Interests, Activities, qualities – Your ability to work with people – Your Attitude toward Employment – Your Personal Qualities • Last paragraph for easy Action

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume • Oftentimes people will send hiring managers resumes with no cover letters or resumes with average cover letters. These go into the junk mail pile. Always include a cover letter with your resume even if it is not asked for. • If you read about how to write a resume, you might remember that the goal of excellent resumes is to win an interview with a potential employer. Cover letters are the same way: the purpose is to get an interview. Sometimes it may be the case that a stellar cover letter with an average resume will win an interview (although you definitely want a stellar resume, too).

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume • How to Format the Header – Begin with your name and address at the top (use 1 -inch margins all around) • Insert 1 line of space and write the date • Insert another line of space and enter the information of the addressee (name of addressee, name of company, address of company) • Insert 1 line of space and write “Dear Mr. (or Mrs. ) _____” (the idea is to be formal; address specific people and do not use “To whom it concerns” as that shows that you have not done the proper research) • Insert 1 line of space. From here on out you will be writing 3 -4 paragraphs, each with 1 line of space between

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume Introduction Paragraph In this paragraph you are telling the hiring manager why you are writing in a few sentences. State the position you are applying for. Only tell how you heard of the position if it is through mutual contact or a recruiting program. If you are writing a prospecting letter, specify why you are interested in working for the company.

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume • Main Paragraphs – Following the introduction, you want to outline your qualifications in one or two paragraphs. Remember to tailor these qualifications to the employer’s ideal vision of a perfect candidate. Do a little research about the company’s visions, projects, and goals and use this information in your writing. The key is that you want to show hiring managers what you can contribute to their company, not how they can help you in your own private endeavors.

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume • Main Paragraphs • Open with a strong introductory sentence directed at the qualities that make you the perfect candidate for the job. Use actual accomplishments to show these qualities, not a bunch of fluffy words about potential characteristics that anyone can claim. Make two to three assertions about why you are the perfect candidate (show, not tell), and support your assertions with concrete evidence. Cite experiences and accomplishments from your resume, but do not reiterate passages word for word. The difference between a letter and a resume is that a little bit of discussion is involved in a letter.

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume • Closing Paragraph – The final paragraph is short and brief. You want to refer the reader to an enclosed resume, leave contact information such as telephone and email (it is crucial that you give contacts that you respond to regularly). If you want to be assertive you can let them know when you will contact them to set up a meeting. Last, but most importantly, thank the reader for their time.

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume • Closing Paragraph – • Skip a line, and write “Sincerely yours” or an equivalent • Skip 4 lines and type out your printed name. After printing, you want to sign in the space provided by the 4 lines, above your printed name

COVER LETTER FOR A RESUME • Tips On How To Write A Cover Letter For A Great Resume • You have decided that you want a new job that would challenge you more and gives higher wage. Your dilemma is that many years had passed and you had already forgotten how to make a good resume or a cover letter. If you want to put a positive impression from your prospective employer, you must have a great resume, a good interview as well as a good cover letter. Others think that resume is more important than the cover letter. Well, they are wrong. Remember that your cover letter is the first document that will be read by the employer; thus, you must make a cover letter that is effective and provides lasting and positive impression.

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume • Tips On How To Write A Cover Letter For A Great Resume • . Here are some tips on how to write a cover letter for a great resume. • 1) Create a brief and straight to the point cover letter. • The main purpose of the cover letter is to inform the employer of the position you are applying for and that other documents they need are attached to it. Do not add information that will also be found on your resume or other flowery statements.

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume • Tips On How To Write A Cover Letter For A Great Resume • 2) Make it perfect. • Perfect here means that there should be no errors. Everything should be perfect, from quality print and correct spelling to the correct format of the letter. Even a simple typo is unforgivable. Even one tiny mistake will leave the impression that you don’t care much about your application. It must be smooth and perfect. • 3) Handwriting- a big NO! • Never write your cover letter using your handwriting, whatever excuses you may have. Use any word processor of your personal computer. If you don’t have a computer, you can borrow from a friend or go to an establishment that allows renting of computer for a number of hours.

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume • Tips On How To Write A Cover Letter For A Great Resume • 4) Do not make a flashy letter by using uncommon font styles and sizes. • Remember that you are not making a presentation or poster. It is encouraged to use a font style that are frequently used for business like Times New Roman or Arial style. Never use colorful print. Only use black. Use a plain white paper and not the glossy one. For quality output, do not use dot matrix printer but the laser printer. Desk. Jet printers are also discouraged because sometimes the output has smudges.

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume • Tips On How To Write A Cover Letter For A Great Resume • 5) Prepare a short cover letter. • The cover letter must be one page only. It should be centered. If possible, do not fold the letter. Use an envelope that will accommodate your documents unfolded. You can also use a folder and just use a paper clip to hold your documents together.

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume • Tips On How To Write A Cover Letter For A Great Resume • 6) Be unique. • There available sample cover letters online and it might be that you’ll be tempted to just copy and paste it in a blank document. Never copy your cover letter. If you copy, it suggests that you don’t have good ethics and shows that you are dishonest. You must only write what is true to you by using your own words. • Write a very strong conclusion that would leave a great impression. Make known that you know about their reputation and that you respect their company. Browse online so you get to see some samples of a cover letter that would act like a guide. Be creative and make it with your heart out. Be confident in your letter.

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume • Free Sample Cover Letter For A Fresh Graduate • For a fresh graduate, it is hard to apply for a job because you will be starting from scratch. There are many strategies to help you land a job you want, but having a great resume and cover letter is still the most effective tactic. Cover letter is significant as resume does. Your cover letter informs the company of the position you are interested and should convince your prospective employer that your skills and characteristics are just right for the position.

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume • But it is a reality that companies receive dozens of resumes with cover letters everyday so your documents must be unique but straight to the point. A new graduate must understand realize what the application process is and must exert extra effort because he is competing with people who possibly have more experience. The cover letter’s introduction must be something that will compel the employer to contact you for an interview.

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume • Do not begin with the usual introductory like “I am John Doe, and I am writing this letter to apply for the vacant position that is stated in a newspaper. ” This is boring for the employer to read and he may lose interest in your application. You should begin with impressive but true statements like “For a decade, I have a built a reputation in sales industry and leadership; with these I am confident that I can do the job with ease and excellence. ”

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Resume • Do not worry that the employer might think you are arrogant because after all, you are just showing confidence. In the cover letter, you must lay the best that you’ve got; your skills, experience, and awards. With these, an impression that you are really interested in the job and you are the right person for the position will be conveyed to the employer.

sample cover letter • Here is a free sample cover letter for a fresh graduate. Note that the names and places are only fictional. • • • Anna Michaels Sales Manager Wintel Production New Valley, Los Angeles August 3, 2009 Dear Ms. Michaels:

sample cover letter • I was informed by the Head of Production of your company, Ms. Alice Kohlberg, that you are looking for an expert in sales management. • I completed a one-year program of internship at Papella Corporation as a member of their sales management team. During this internship, I was trained and equipped with the skills needed in the processes involved in sales and other related jobs. I finished my BS Economics degree with honors at the University of Los Angeles.

sample cover letter • I am confident that the training and education I received from my formal education and the internship I have undergone have sufficiently equipped me to perform the task that is due to the unfilled position in your team. I believe that my professionalism and skills will be a great asset for your company. • You can reach me through this mobile number, 123 456, to discuss my application further. I will personally coordinate with your office if it happens that I won’t hear from you until August 20, 2009.

sample cover letter • • I am looking forward to seeing you soon. Sincerely, Clianne J. Johnson Notice that since you are a fresh graduate, you would have no concrete experiences yet so you must highlight what you’ve learned on your internship or any workrelated experiences while you are still a student. You can also include your leadership in any organization where you are a member. Make an effective and original cover letter. Never copy a cover letter because that would only show that you are dishonest. Create a letter with your own words. Be confide

How To Get A Good Job – Writing A Professional Cover Letter For A Resume • To have a good life, we need a good job so that we can pay our bills and provide shelter and food to our family. There are many vacant positions in every company but the number of applicants is much greater than the number of vacancies. Because the competition is heavy, each applicant uses his own tactics and strategies just to be employed. Most of us dedicate our time and effort in making the best resume that would impress the employer. What is forgotten is that the cover letter is also significant when applying for a job.

How To Get A Good Job – Writing A Professional Cover Letter For A Resume • How you write and present your cover letter tells many things about you. How you organize the letter reflects how you organize your thoughts. The content on the other hand shows your qualifications and experiences. You have to put more thought because how to get a good job – writing a professional cover letter for a resume is the best strategy.

How To Get A Good Job – Writing A Professional Cover Letter For A Resume • The cover letter must be perfect. If you submit a poorly written cover letter, then it shows that you lack the ability to communicate effectively through writing and the employer may think you are not competent enough to handle the job. If you don’t know how to write one, you may result to copying from online samples of cover letters. Be reminded that copying is a big NO! If the employer knows that you don’t have originality then you will not get the position surely because you are dishonest and you don’t have your own idea. Below are steps in writing a professional cover letter.

How To Get A Good Job – Writing A Professional Cover Letter For A Resume • 1. If you plan to submit your letter in a traditional way, make sure it is attractive. Use first class white paper for the letter and high quality envelope to enclose all your files. • 2. The letter must include your address but excluding your name. It can be written on the upper left or right part of the paper. Then it is followed by a date and the name, company name, and address of the company. Do not write to a general person (“To whom it may concern”); instead, be specific by writing the name of the contact person.

How To Get A Good Job – Writing A Professional Cover Letter For A Resume • 3. The body of the letter is the part where you will market yourself. Include your reason of sending them your letter and resume. Write all your skills, qualifications, and previous experiences that is required or assumed of the vacant position. Show them that your skills and accomplishment would be an asset of their company. The last paragraph of your letter must be about how eager you are to talk with them about the opportunity in the business. Include necessary contact information like telephone number and email address.

How To Get A Good Job – Writing A Professional Cover Letter For A Resume • 4. The closing of the cover letter should have of two lines. Show that you respect the company by ending it with “Sincerely” or “Respectfully Yours”. Leave four lines below it before you write your name. Make sure to sign the letter with blue ink so that they will know you have submitted your original copy. • Though having a great cover letter doesn’t assure you of the position; it will make a big impact on your application. The cover letter must leave a positive impression on the employer. Note that you have a greater chance of getting the job if the position requires the qualities you have. To get more ideas on how to make a great cover letter, browse online and check some samples and tips on how to create the best cover letter.

Simple Steps To Help You Write A Good Cover Letter For A Resume • When looking for a job, you must prepare a good resume where you have the chance to convince the employer to employ you. In the resume is the written information about you and your skills and experiences. But what is not known to everyone is that there is another document that is of equal importance as the resume – that is the cover letter. Cover letter is the first document read by the employer so you must get their interest in the beginning of application. Create a unique, catchy, and honest cover letter. A great resume must be submitted together with a great cover letter. Here are simple steps to help you write a good cover letter for a resume

Simple Steps To Help You Write A Good Cover Letter For A Resume • Pre-writing stage • 1) Before you start writing your cover letter, you must first complete or update your resume. The contents of your resume must coincide to the position you are interested on. Emphasize the strengths you have that would be an asset to your desired position. • 2) Gather information about the organization or company you want to join. The information will not only give the impression that you are interested with their company but it will also help you during the interview. You must be well-informed about the company’s mission, what type of customer they serve, and the history.

Simple Steps To Help You Write A Good Cover Letter For A Resume • 3) Make an analysis about the job. Know the job description. Make a list of all the qualifications, skills, and experience that the employer may be looking for and check those that you possess. • 4) Search for the name of the manager of the company. Use your connections and be resourceful. It’s an edge of an applicant if he knows the manager, his personality, and what he was looking for in an applicant. • Writing stage

Simple Steps To Help You Write A Good Cover Letter For A Resume • Pre-writing stage – 1) Follow the correct format of the heading. Write your address 1 inch below the top of the page. Leave four lines before writing the date. Leave another four lines before writing the name of the contact person, his position, the company name, and the company address. Remember to write the name of the contact person instead of “To whom it may concern”.

Simple Steps To Help You Write A Good Cover Letter For A Resume • Pre-writing stage • 2) Divide the body of your letter into three or four paragraphs. • a) The first paragraph must contain your reason why you are writing to them. Devise an introduction that would get the attention of the reader. It is not necessary to write the reason why you know of the position. • b) The second or third paragraph is a summary of your qualifications and experiences that is needed for the position. Use the information you have gathered about the company. Write the body such that the reader will grasps your desire to join them and help them achieve their goals. Convey that you have the skills and right attitude for the position.

Simple Steps To Help You Write A Good Cover Letter For A Resume • Pre-writing stage • 3) The last paragraph must leave an impression that will persuade the employer to call you for an interview. Lead the employer to read your résumé. Make known that you are available for an interview. If you are confident, write the date that you will contact them to schedule a meeting to further discuss the job opportunity. Provide your email address and contact number and that you will be happy to get in touch with them. Do not forget your thank you message for their consideration and time.

Simple Steps To Help You Write A Good Cover Letter For A Resume • Pre-writing stage • 4) Finish the letter with “Sincerely” or “Yours faithfully”. Then leave space for your signature before writing your name. Use a blue ink pen so that they will think that you have submitted an original copy. • The last part in making your cover letter is proofreading. There should be no mistakes at all. Even a small typo or a punctuation error is not acceptable. A flawless cover letter shows that you really care about your application.

IMPORTANT • RESUME • COVER LETTER

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