Thursday, May 26, 2011

Ask for the Job

Want that job you interviewed for?

Let the employer know.

You assume the organization knows you want the job. Why else would you have applied and agreed to an interview? However, interviews can be very revealing. Managers want to know if you are interested in joining their organization after meeting them and learning more about the position.

How do you let the employer know you want the job?

Tell them. At the end of the interview, tell them you are very interested in the position and ask what the next steps are.

And, then, tell them again. Send a thank you note.

Get a job! Ask for it --

~jan

Friday, May 20, 2011

LinkedIn

One of your classmates has had great results using LinkedIn as part of her job search.

What did she do?

She registered on LinkedIn
She posted a comprehensive profile.
She joined groups, including the Wichita State University Alumni group, professional groups pertaining to her field of study, and employer groups.
She got recommendations from professionals who could speak to the quality of her work.
She started discussions with her groups, asking questions that “made her sound smart”. (She is smart by the way—very smart.)

And, the result? She has received lots and lots of advice and good information. Even better -- an employer discovered her on LinkedIn and flew her out of state to interview last week.

Don’t know about LinkedIn? It’s an amazing online professional network of over 100 million professionals.

Check it out. What are you waiting for? http://www.linkedin.com/

Monday, May 16, 2011

Congratulations on Your Graduation

Many of you graduated this past weekend. Congratulations! I've been fortunate to meet some of you and hear your stories. Juggling all your many roles: student, campus leader, full time worker, parent, spouse, caregiver/son or daughter, grandparent. Many of you left your homes in other countries to come to the U.S. to study. You've humble me. I admire you.

As you move on to the next stage of your life and career, remember how far you've come.

And, at least for a few days, celebrate. Celebrate you!

~jan