Used in our class

1. Now Hiring, Apply Yourself
For job hunters who don’t need a resume

2. Welcome to the Job Hunt

3. Where do these jobs come from?

4. Employers need to replace those who leave their jobs

5. How can you get one of those jobs?

6. #1. Talk to your friends

7. #2. Apply through an employer’s web site
Big Toe Sneakers
Men • Women • Kids • Brands • Locations • News • Employment

8. #3. Answer some help-wanted ads
and online job postings

9. Here are four more important ways to find a job

10. Start by creating a simple action plan

11. Find a quiet place to work

12. Set a regular work time

13. Assemble your toolbox

14. Set a reasonable daily goal
5 = 25 = 100

15. Now, let’s walk through a typical job application

16. Who are you?

17. Are you a veteran?

18. Employment desired

19. What wage do you expect?

20. When are you available to work?

21. Have you been employed by us in the past?

22. Do you have a friend or relative employed by us?

23. Your education

24. Don’t exaggerate

25. Your employment history

26. If you have no formal work experience, don’t panic

27. List your duties and responsibilities

28. Please explain any gaps in your employment
X X X

29. Include three references

30. Be sure to ask for permission

31. Additional information

32. Release and signature

33. About that job application…

34. Another thing…

35. So, when will the hiring manager call you?

36. What’s the phone call about?

37. Be ready for the hiring manager’s phone call

38. Keep your notes handy

39. Be friendly and be polite

40. Now, let’s talk about the job interview

41. Show up looking good and feeling enthusiastic

42. Check in with the receptionist

43. The hiring manager will call your name

44. About that handshake…

45. What kind of questions
will the hiring manager ask you?

46. “Can you tell me a little about yourself?”

47. “What do you know about my company?”

48. “Why did you decide to become a (puppeteer)?”

49. “What motivates you to do a good job?”

50. “Why do you want to work for us?”

51. “As a youngster, what did you do to earn your own spending
money?”

52. “Tell me about your proudest accomplishment.”

53. “What would you say is your biggest weakness?”

54. “What would you do
if a customer said something rude to you?”

55. “How are your math skills?”

56. “What are your career goals?”

57. What questions should you ask?

58. “Can you describe the ideal person for this job?”

59. “Can you tell me about a typical workday?”

60. “How would I be trained to do the job?”

61. “How long should it take me to get my feet on the ground
and become productive?”

62. How will I get feedback on my performance?”

63. Eventually the conversation will slow down

64. Most of your questions will already be
asked and answered

65. Don’t beg and don’t be pushy

66. When you get home, send a thank-you note

67. Keep your note short and simple

68. Say thank you

69. Sell yourself

70. Say that you want this job

71. Finally, what are your odds for success?

72. 1. Have a plan

73. 2. Apply only for jobs you can do

74. 3. Submit a neat and complete job application

75. 4. Answer your phone like a professional

76. 5. Prepare for your interview

77. 6. Send a thank-you note

78. And you’ll stand heads and shoulders
above your competitors

79. “That’s all folks!”
Best wishes, Harry Dahlstrom