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Page 8 - WORKING In North Dallas - Week of April 30, 1989
JOB HUNTING STEP BY STEP
1. The Resume
An employer will get many responses to an advertisement. He or
she will often first review resumes to decide which applicants are to
be interviewed.
A resume is an introduction. It should be concise (one page if
possible) and easy to read. Avoid irrelevant information such as
age, height, weight, family details, and detailed military information
(date, highest rank, and brief description of responsibilities are
enough).
There are two primary ways to prepare a resume. The form used
may be based on the information to be presented.
Chronological Resume
James Keller
324 Main St.
Smallville, Tx.
(214) 000-0000
This resume is prepared with the experience listed in sequence
starting with the current or last position and working back. This is
especially good if the work background is consistent and shows good
progression from early jobs to the present.
3. Research
Objective:
July 1981-present
Sales Management position with a progres-
sive company that otters the possibility of
long-term development and growth.
Folet Paper Co. Sales Manager.
Supervised tour sales representatives; han-
dled major accounts; prepared budget; set
goals; did monthly forecast; developed new
presentation materials; and prepared de-
tailed market analysis.
February 1976-July 1981
May 1972-February 1976
January 1970-May 1972
Folet Paper Co. Sales Representative.
Sold office paper products to businesses and
was promoted to sales manager.
Griffin Office Supplies Customer Service
Representative.
Handled phone orders; customer complaints;
monitored inventory; worked with suppliers to
maintain proper inventory level.
Griffin Office Supplies Receptionist.
Answered phone; made appointments for
sales representative; logged in payments;
handled all mail; typed correspondence; pro-
moted to customer service representative.
Education
Awards
Hobbies
Dallas Community College
1982 various sales seminars
1983 public speaking
1974 customer service
University of Texas
1968-1970 English major
Outstanding Salesperson of the Year-1980
Home repair projects.model airplanes, and
Little League baseball
2.Personal Assessment
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What can I do? What do I want to do?
What do I do best?
These are questions that need to be answered. You can't sell
yourself until you know your product well! The period between jobs is
a good time to analyze strengths, weaknesses, likes and dislikes.
Here is a simple project:
List all the work duties you have had in the past. The list will
probably be varied and long. That’s fine. Add anything that comes to
mind, no matter how small.
Now highlight all the things on the list you really enjoy doing. Next,
check all the things you were successful doing. Ideally, there will be
some overlapping.
Now list all the skills required to do the highlighted tasks. You may
end up with something like this:
DUTIES
SKILLS
Objective:
June 1979-July 1984
WORKING In North Dallas - Week of April 30, 1989 - Page 9
Looking for a job can be an exercise in frustration or an exciting challenge, depending on how
it’s approached. Planning your approach step by step can lead to a successful outcome.
Chamber of Commerce
Functional Resume
Jane Cruthers
3406 Main Street
Smallville, Tx
(214) 000-0000
January 1974-June 1979
September 1984 to present
January 1982-June 1983
Sales of electrical supplies to contrac-
tors with possibility of promotion to
management.
SALES
Dyer Electrical.
Sales representative-increased electri-
cal supply sales 35% from contractors
in a three-state area by servicing all ac-
counts on a monthly basis
TECHNICAL
Michigan Components
Electronic Technician-responsible for
troubleshooting printed circuit cards to
component level, as well as performing
quality control and production line out-
put inspections by using oscilloscopes,
digital multimeters, frequency genera-
tors and other assorted test equipment
INSTRUCTION
Dallas Community College
Electronics instructor-analog and digital
electronics with emphasis on design
Ryan School of Electronics
Electronics Instructor
Education
1982 B.S. North Texas University
1981 The Marketing Institute-sales seminars
1975 Toastmasters-public speaking
1971 ITC Electronics Institute-electronics
Awards
Salesperson of the Year-1982 and 1984-Dyer Electric
When there is a variety of unrelated job experiences or when
different skill areas need to be emphasized, the best resume format
to use is the functional resume. In this format, the information is
presented in a way that makes it easy for the employer to pick out
your areas of expertise.
DUTIES
SKILLS
order parts
deliver parts
use catalog/fill out forms
driving/map reading
arrange for courtesy pickups
[repair transmissions
greet customers
operate forklift
✓ do inventory
• operate computer to
monitor parts flow
sell additional services
• repair warehouse equipment
^ack and ship orders
• do monthly forecast
keep customer records
prepare sales target lists
supervise loaders
scheduling/communication
mechanical
communication
driving
math
math/typing
math
communications/sales
mechanics
detail/manual dexterity
math
organizational
organizational
communication/leadership
What this shows is that your favorite duties are ones that require
math skills. Your strongest areas were math and mechanics.
This understanding will make it easier to explain your strengths to
an interviewer. The jobs that are geared toward using these skills
would be the most suitable and satisfying.
Knowing about the company with which you are interviewing
will set you apart from most of the others being interviewed.
Spending time to find out about the services, products, market
area, primary concerns, focus and financial history will make
you a concerned and knowledgeable applicant.
Once an interview is scheduled, find out as much as you
can. There are some tools in the library that make getting infor-
mation easier than you may imagine. Check:
•Standard and Poor’s Register of Corporations, Directors and
Executives
•The Thomas Register of American Manufacturing and Tho-
mas Register File
•Moody's (lists more than 20,000 corporations)
•The Million Dollar Directory and The Career Guide by Dun
and Bradstreet offer information on companies in alphabetical
order, by career field and geographical area. On microfiche is
another listing of local businesses. Check with your local librar-
ian if you need help. There are many other books, magazines
and even videos and a computer available for information
gathering.
Another good source is the chamber of commerce. They will
have not only a list of all the chamber members, with product
and service information, but a list of manufacturers.
With the information you’ve accumulated, you can ask ques-
tions relevant to that company. During your interview, mention
what you’ve learned. The interviewer will be impressed with
your interest.
Do your homework. It will pay off.
4. The
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Lewisville
233 W. Main St.
(214) 436-9571
The Colony
5200 Paige Rd.
(214) 370-4916
Denton
414 Parkway
(817) 382-9693
Carrollton
(also serves
Addison/Coppell/
Farmers Branch)
1204 Metrocrest
(214) 416-6600
Mesquite
617 N. Ebrite
(214) 285-0211
Employment Assistance
Programs
Farmers Branch
4100 McEwen Suite 174
(214) 788-2000
Allen
105 N. Allen Dr.
(214) 727-5585
Plano
1200 E. 15th
(214) 424-7547
Library Locations
Carrollton
2001 Jackson
(214) 466-3353
Mesquite
300 W. Grubb
(214) 216-6220
Denton
502 Oakland
(817) 566-8470
Farmers Branch
13613 Webb Chapel
(214) 247-2511
Lewisville
151 West Church
(214)219-3570
There are many government and state agencies available
to offer assistance with job hunting. A few of the services
available are listed below.
Texas Employment
Commission
1718 Trinity Valley Drive
Carrollton
(214) 620-1351
1222 E. Arapaho
Richardson
(214) 234-5391
510 I-35E North
Denton
(817) 382-6712
4625 Eastover Drive
Mesquite
(214) 388-5840
Plano
1501 18th St.
(214) 578-7175
5024 Custer Rd.
(214) 964-4200
The Colony
5151 N. Colony
(214) 370-1900
TEC offers a free Job Search Seminar to those receiving
unemployment compensation. Any office can give more infor-
mation.
Coppell
255 Parkway Blvd.
(214) 462-0312
Allen
102 Allen Dr.
(214) 727-9171
U.S. Office of Personnel
Management
Federal Information Center
(214) 767-8035
Provides information on
federal jobs.
Don’t underestimate first impressions. Being properly dressed
won’t get you the job, but being poorly dressed can certainly cause
you to lose it.
It’s often hard to know exactly what is appropriate for a particular
company. For a professional position, it’s safe to wear, a suit. For
other positions, if you are familiar with the company, dress as people
do in that position. If you’re not sure, play it safe. Dress slightly more
formally than what the position calls for. Example: Interviewing for a
warehouse position that probably requires jeans, wear slacks and a
nice sport shirt.
Get there early. This will allow you time to fill out the application
and relax a few minutes. It will also give you a chance to visit with the
receptionist. One can often get a real feeling for the office environ-
ment and its mood. Are the people cheerful? Do they seem to enjoy
being there? Do you get a feeling that they are an efficient group?
When called in, stand up, smile and shake hands. YOU’RE ON!
Most interviewers want you to be comfortable and will help you
relax. They want you to be able to be at your best.
Now you can go into detail about the information in your resume.
You’ve analyzed your strengths; tie them in with your accomplish-
ments that are examples of those strengths. Personal information is
OK because it gives a better picture of who you are. Keep it brief,
however. Be positive about past jobs. You don't have to belittle others
to sell yourself. If there has been a problem with a past job that needs
to be discussed, do it in a factual manner and without emotion.
Interviewing actually should be an exchange of information. Just as
the employer wants to know your experience and what you can bring
to the company,you will want to know about the company and the
position available. This exchange of information is critical if there is to
be a proper fit. Use your judgment about how and when to ask
questions. You don’t want the interviewer to feel interrogated. You
may want to ask some of the questions listed below.
Questions to ask the employer
What is the last person who had this job doing?
What are the job responsibilities?
What skills are most important for the job?
What kind of training is provided?
What is the company’s history?
What are the company's goals?
Where does the job lead?
What is the salary range?
What benefits are offered?
Does the company have a personnel and procedures manual?
What are the strengths and weaknesses of the supervisor? (Don't be
afraid to ask.)
What is the management style of the company?
Questions to ask yourself
Do I understand the job responsibilities?
Is the job location within a comfortable driving radius?
Does the personality of the company fit with mine?
Does the position fit with my goals?
If moving to another location, does the change in salary fit with the
difference in the cost of living?
5.1
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When the interview is over, the interviewing process is still incom-
plete.
A thank you note should be sent to the interviewer. You may
include something you may have forgotten to mention during the
interview. If you don’t have anything to add, restate your reason for
feeling ycu are a good candidate for the position. Emphasize again
your interest in the job.
Getting the job you want, requires planning, determination and
follow-through. With the proper effort the reward will be a fulfilling
part of your life, A GREAT JOB.
Dallas Center for
independent Living
8625 King George Dr.
Suite 210
Dallas
(214) 631-6900
Employment assistance
for the disabled
Opportunities
Industrialization Center
500 S. Ervay, suite 110c
Dallas
(214) 748-6001
Training and employment
program for economically
disadvantaged.
Woman Resource Center
4621 Ross Ave.
Dallas
(214) 821-9595
Career counseling and
workshops offered. Fee
based on sliding scale. Job
Book with listings available
free.
Deaf Action Center
3115 Crestview Dr.
Dallas
(214) 521-0407
Job assistance for deaf and
multi-disabled persons.
U.S. Department of Labor
525 Griffin Sq. #502
Dallas
(214) 767-4993
Administers apprenticeship,
programs.
Metrocrest Service Center
1002 S. Broadway
Carrollton
(214) 446-2100
Offers job counseling and
has job listings.
Dallas Alliance of
Businessmen
4501 Lemmon Ave.
Dallas
(214) 528-6130
Sponsers job programs for
ages 16-21.
North Texas Education
and Training Co-Op
401 S. Locust #103, Denton
(817) 387-8800
Job search and paid train-
ing, also pays percentage of
salary for on the job training.
Participants must fit certain
income guidelines.
Martin Luther King Jr.
Community Center
2922 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Dallas
(214) 670-8367
Center houses an office for
Job Training Act. Provides
classrooms and on the job
training. Must meet income
guidelines.
Senior Employment Program
2727 Inwood Rd.
Dallas
(214) 956-8704
Promotes part-time work for
persons 55 years and older.
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