Communication: Resumes to Thank Yous
Bernadette Lopez& Krista Benson, M.A.Eastern Washington University Career Services
Resumes and Cover Letters
• Proofed, error-free documents• Professionally-appropriate email• Appropriate phone message• Cover letter written to the organization• Email signatures• Internet presence
Professional Emails
• Write a clear subject line that actually summarizes what you are looking for.
• Address the individual in the email, and remember to call that person by their full name unless you know differently.
• Punctuate. Capitalize appropriately. Use complete words and sentences; this is not texting. Check your spelling.
• Be nice and thank me for answering.
• Sign your full name and give what ever information needed to respond.
Professional Writing Correspondence
Networking Communication: Why network?
– Networking is the most effective job search method
– Requires time and effort, but reaps great rewards
– At least 60% - some report even higher statistics - of all jobs are found by networking
Networking is• An opportunity to give
and receive information• The possibility of
building key relationships
• A way to achieve mutual goals and objectives
Networking is not• A chance to
monopolize time• To “show up” others• The place to pressure
people into something• A commitment or
obligation• About free food and
drink
Networking & Job Searching
It’s all about relationships.1. Make a list of everyone you know – and people they know2. Sign up for an alumni mentoring program3. Join chapter of a professional society that relates to your career
choice4. Volunteer at a local museum, theater, homeless shelter –
anywhere that remotely relates to your field of study5. Speak to company representatives at career fairs, even if you’re
not ready to look for a job6. Attend company information sessions at your college7. Schedule informational interviews8. Be courteous in your conversations, send thank you notes9. Be aware of companies that you want to work for – check their
websites
What to say?
• Identify 2 or 3 strengths with specific situations• Have 2 or 3 talking points related to the company• Appropriate conversation
– Avoid: religion / politics / money
Two questions often asked in networking functions 1. “What sort of job are you looking for?”2. “Tell me about yourself”
– Be sure to know key points about your:• Background• Education• Accomplishments• Personality• Industry• Job
Professional Writing Correspondence
Online Social Networking Sites
• Inland Northwest Launch Pad– http://www.launchpadinw.com/
• LinkedIn– http://www.linkedin.com/
• Facebook– http://facebook.com
Seattle-Area Resources
• http://www.iloveseattle.org/• http://www.atlist.org/organizations/professional-o
rganization/washington/seattle• http://ewucareerguide.wikispaces.com/• http://www.ewu.edu/eagleaxis/
– Search for Jobs (EagleAXIS Search & NACELink)– Job Blasts– Sign up for Career Counseling Appointments (Can be
done over the phone, via Skype, or using webcams)
References
Career Center, Mount Holyoke College (2005)
Christa Stream, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (2009)
Job Choices Magazine, National Association of Colleges and Employers (2009)
http://www.about.com
http://www.entrepreneur.com
http://www.merriam-webster.com
https://www.naceweb.org
http://www.quintcareers.com/
http://scienceblogs.com/sciencewoman/2009/01/how_to_write_clear_emails_to_y.php
Career Services Contact Information
Go to www.ewu.edu/careerservices for more info
Key contacts/advisors:
Krista Benson, [email protected], 509-359-6364
Bernadette Lopez, [email protected], 509-359-2221
Romeal Watson, [email protected], 509-359-4637
Sign up for appointments at www.ewu.edu/eagleaxis
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