Seth Godin's Blog "Coming From a Loud Place"

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Coming from a loud place

Despite your instincts, almost all big change, almost all important organizations, almost all the stuff that matters doesn't get launched big, from the loud place, on the front page of the paper or on the Super Bowl or on a popular blog.

No, the stuff that changes everything starts on the fringe, captures the imagination of a dozen, who bring along colleagues or friends, and then it's a hundred and then...

Make whatever list you want: Twitter, Kiva, 500px, Pure Food and Wine, Jiro...  They all became hits without being anointed by the loud folks first.

Instead of cajoling your way into the spotlight, consider investing in the experience first.

The Job Fair

Our Fall Job Fair was last week. Employers saw many people and behaviors. Some great, but some had no place at a job fair. Listed below are some of the “no place at a job fair” items, followed in bold italics by what probably went through employers’ minds in response. 

Jeans, shorts, t-shirts, short skirts, revealing blouses, clothes that were too tight, wrinkled clothes, tattoos, body piercings (other than one pair of earrings), running shoes, flip flops. Limp handshakes. Meek little voices.  Develop some confidence, dress professionally and then come talk to me. 

No resumes and/or business cards. How am I going to know how to get in touch with you?  

Knew nothing about my company. You don’t care enough to do some research.

Babies. . .toddlers. . .kids younger than college age! If you bring your kids to the job fair, what will you do with them if I hire you? 

Bottom line: I expect you to be the best you can be when you come to a job fair. The impression you make is an indication of the quality of work you will do. Take this opportunity seriously.

Companies receive countless resumes each week. The opportunity to talk with an employer is invaluable. Take it seriously and take advantage of it. Get a job!  

Job Fair Preparation

It is Job Fair time again. What do you need to do to prepare? Here’s a list to guide you.

Remember this is a great opportunity to get in front of employers. Take it seriously and make the very best impression you can.

Make sure your resume is perfect. If you haven’t had it reviewed by someone in Career Services, you still have a few days left. When you are happy with your resume, print several copies on high quality bond resume paper and stash them in your portfolio to keep them neat.

Make up business cards to offer to employers who are not able to accept resumes. Definitely keep in mind it is no reflection on you when employers do not accept your resume and ask you to apply online. It is a procedure they are required to follow.

Launder and press your suit and shirt or blouse—or have them dry cleaned. Polish your shoes. Get a haircut if needed. Take a look at our guidelines to make sure your planned attire is suitable.

Review the list of employers who are registered. Research those of interest to you. Prepare your introduction so you will feel confident when you approach the recruiters.

If you have questions, stop by or give us a call.