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Making Job Fairs Work for You
How to get the most out of networking and job search
Job fairs are an excellent way to develop your professional network and seek job opportunities because you have the chance to meet and network with so many employers under one roof at one
time The large number of employers and brief conver- sations that are part of the nature of job fairs can make some people uneasy It’s almost like having an inter- view before you apply for a job But, job fairs are also a unique opportunity to highlight and sell your skills, experience, and overall professional self face-to-face instead of having to develop interest solely through a resume and cover letter. There are several tips on how to prepare for and present yourself that will help make the task of discussing yourself and your qualifications in person not just less unnerving, but the best opportunity
you have in your job search
Before you start preparing for job fairs, you must first
find out where and when job fairs will be held in your area A simple search through an Internet search engine will produce information on upcoming job fairs Many job fairs are organized by business associations, education institutions, and government entities (cities, counties, and states) Also keep in mind that many organizations and institutions host recurring job fairs, oftentimes annually
Get Prepared
e best way to make job fairs work for you is to be as pre- pared as possible ere are several steps you should take to be ready to network and sell your skills and abilities the
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