How to Pick up an application

Dress the part, dress one step better than people who work in the industry.  Don't wear a suit to a construction job, do wear comfortable closed toed shoes to a warehouse, etc. Dress this way to both pick up and drop off application. Always remember the 3 "B's" no exposed breasts, bellies or butts. Tuck in the shirt.

Go alone and don't kiss your girl/boy friend goodbye at the door.

Have your portfolio with you with master application already filled out in case they ask you to fill one out on the spot. Carry a blue and black pen to complete application.

Have letters of reference with you.

Have a resume with you, some businesses do not accept applications , they only accept resumes.

Be excited.

Use good grammar, speak up, use the words "Yes" instead of yea.

Enunciate your words especially your name.

Use good posture.

Keep your head high-show confidence, walk with purpose.

Be courteous to everyone in the business, the "secretary" could be the boss‘ husband!

Give a firm but not crushing handshake.

Be prepared to interview on the spot.

  Be sure to ask to speak to the owner, manager, hr (human resources), or whomever makes the hiring decisions, don't just ask anyone if they are hiring (they may want more hours).

Make lists of who you saw, what you did (pick-up-drop off, to whom you spoke) with dates, next steps

No sunglasses, gum, make sure you cover any tattoos or piercings if they may be an issue with the organization.

• Be conscious of your personal hygiene, don't go straight from PE to pick up or drop off the application, or use strong perfumes or after shaves, some people are allergic to these• Don't smoke or be in the company of

those who do when picking up or dropping off an application, it lingers on your clothes.

If you are not driving yourself, have your driver drop you off around the corner, it does not look good if you cannot get to work yourself.