The event is open to all job seekers. There will be over 50 employers representing a variety of positions and will be on hand to interview job seekers.
Where: War Memorial Building
101 N. Gay Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
When: Monday November 3,2008
Time: 10:00a.m-2:00p.m
Directions go to: http://cityguide.aol.com/baltimore/entertainment/war-memorial-building-and-plaza/v-88784.
Public Transportation: Bus numbers- 8, 20,23,40,91.
War Memorial Building is served by the Maryland Department of Veteran Affairs.
Parking: On Lexington Street- $10.00/day
Please bring plenty of resumes and professional dress is recommended.
Sponsored by: Baltimore City Mayor’s Office of Employment and Development, Baltimore County Workforce Development System & Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Monday, October 27, 2008
Job Fair-Contractor Expo
The Maryland Hispanic Workforce Council will host an unprecedented event on October 30, 2008: the Job Fair for Innovative Source of up-and-coming Human Capital.
The Job Fair objectives are to familiarize employers with the sources of underutilized communities, to provide job opportunities for the general population as well as for underserved communities, to assist attendees with job search, employment opportunities, job skills and career training.
Event: Job Fair and Contactor’s Expo (open to the public)
Date: Thursday, October 30, 2008
Time: 1:00pm to 6:00pm
Venue: Quality Inn, Laurel
Address: One 2nd Street, Laurel, MD 20707
Apply For Jobs In: Construction
Manufacturing, Light and Heavy industrial
Hospitals, Medical & Health
Financial, Banking, Insurance
Customer Service, Sales, and many others
Job seekers are encouraged to bring multiple copies of their resumes to give to employers and to come prepared to fill out job applications.
Get ready for a new and better future!
For more information please contact us at:
(410)558-3515 or 1-866-787-3727
E-mail: workforce@mdhcc.net
Web site: http://www.mdhcc.net
The Job Fair objectives are to familiarize employers with the sources of underutilized communities, to provide job opportunities for the general population as well as for underserved communities, to assist attendees with job search, employment opportunities, job skills and career training.
Event: Job Fair and Contactor’s Expo (open to the public)
Date: Thursday, October 30, 2008
Time: 1:00pm to 6:00pm
Venue: Quality Inn, Laurel
Address: One 2nd Street, Laurel, MD 20707
Apply For Jobs In: Construction
Manufacturing, Light and Heavy industrial
Hospitals, Medical & Health
Financial, Banking, Insurance
Customer Service, Sales, and many others
Job seekers are encouraged to bring multiple copies of their resumes to give to employers and to come prepared to fill out job applications.
Get ready for a new and better future!
For more information please contact us at:
(410)558-3515 or 1-866-787-3727
E-mail: workforce@mdhcc.net
Web site: http://www.mdhcc.net
EG Weekly Publication
EG Weekly Publication October 27-November 2
Check out this week's great career opportunities:
Signature Flight Support
North American Trade Schools
Bello Machre
All-State Career
American Beauty Academy
Chimes
Harbor Hospital
Gallagher Services
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
How to give job winning answers to interview questions
Human Resources personnel, professional recruiters and various other career experts all agree: one of the best ways to prepare yourself for a job interview is to anticipate questions, develop your answers, and practice, practice, practice.
First, know these important facts:
1. There is no way to predict every question you will be asked during a job interview. In other words, expect unexpected questions--they'll come up no matter how much preparation you do.
2. Treat any sample answers you find, such as in discussion forums, books or on Internet job sites, as guides only. Do not use any sample answers word for word! Interviewers can spot "canned" answers a mile away, and if they suspect you are regurgitating answers that are not your own, you can kiss that job goodbye. You must apply your own experiences, personality and style to answer the questions in your own way. This is crucial, and it will give you a big advantage over candidates who simply recite sample answers.
3. Job interview questions are not things to fear, they are opportunities to excel. They allow you to show why you are the best person for the job, so instead of dreading them, look forward to them! The key is to give better answers than anyone else, and that's where your preparation comes in.
Now, take these actions:
1. Make a list of your best "selling points" for the position. What qualifications, skills, experience, knowledge, background, personality traits do you possess that would apply to this particular job? Write them down and look for opportunities to work them into your answers.
2. In addition to any sample job interview questions you find through various resources, you absolutely must develop your own list of probable questions based specifically on the job for which you are applying. Put yourself in the hiring manager's shoes… what kinds of questions would you ask to find the best person for this job?
3. Write down your answers to likely questions. Study the job announcement carefully. (If you don't have one, get one!) Note the phrases they use when describing the desired qualifications. You'll want to target these as much as possible when developing your answers. For example, if the announcement says they want someone with "strong customer service skills," make sure you include "strong customer service skills" in at least one of your answers. That will make a better impression than saying "I helped customers."
4. Review and edit your answers until you feel they are "just right." Read them over and over until you are comfortable that you know them fairly well. Don't try to memorize them; don't worry about remembering every word. Practice saying them out loud. If possible, have a friend help you rehearse for the interview.
Here are some more very important tips:
1. Be a (Short) Story Teller
Make use of this old marketing tip: "Facts tell but stories sell." During a job interview, you are selling yourself. Whenever possible, answer questions with a short story that gives specific examples of your experiences. Notice I said "short." You don't want to ramble or take up too much time; you want to be brief but still make your point.
For example, imagine two people interviewing for a job as a dog groomer are asked, "Have you ever dealt with aggressive dogs?" Candidate Joe answers, "Yes, about 10% of the dogs I've groomed had aggressive tendencies." Candidate Mary answers, "Oh yes, quite often. I remember one situation where a client brought in his Pit Bull, Chomper. He started growling at me the moment his owner left, and I could tell from his stance he wasn't about to let me get near his nails with my clippers. I think he would've torn my arm off if I hadn't used the Schweitzer Maneuver on him. That calmed him down right away and I didn't have any problems after that." (I know nothing about dog grooming; I made the Schweitzer Maneuver up for illustrative purposes.)
Don't you agree that Mary's answer is better? Sure, Joe answered the question, but Mary did more than that--she gave a specific example and told a quick story that will be remembered by the interviewers.
In today's job market where there are dozens of highly qualified candidates for each opening, anything you do that will make you stand out and be remembered will greatly increase your odds of getting hired.
2. Keep the Interviewer's Perspective in Mind; Answer His "What's in it for Me?" Question
While many questions asked during job interviews appear to focus on your past accomplishments, here's an important tip: they may be asking about what you did, but what they really want to know is what you can do now, for them.
Information provided by: Winning tips to answer interview questions
First, know these important facts:
1. There is no way to predict every question you will be asked during a job interview. In other words, expect unexpected questions--they'll come up no matter how much preparation you do.
2. Treat any sample answers you find, such as in discussion forums, books or on Internet job sites, as guides only. Do not use any sample answers word for word! Interviewers can spot "canned" answers a mile away, and if they suspect you are regurgitating answers that are not your own, you can kiss that job goodbye. You must apply your own experiences, personality and style to answer the questions in your own way. This is crucial, and it will give you a big advantage over candidates who simply recite sample answers.
3. Job interview questions are not things to fear, they are opportunities to excel. They allow you to show why you are the best person for the job, so instead of dreading them, look forward to them! The key is to give better answers than anyone else, and that's where your preparation comes in.
Now, take these actions:
1. Make a list of your best "selling points" for the position. What qualifications, skills, experience, knowledge, background, personality traits do you possess that would apply to this particular job? Write them down and look for opportunities to work them into your answers.
2. In addition to any sample job interview questions you find through various resources, you absolutely must develop your own list of probable questions based specifically on the job for which you are applying. Put yourself in the hiring manager's shoes… what kinds of questions would you ask to find the best person for this job?
3. Write down your answers to likely questions. Study the job announcement carefully. (If you don't have one, get one!) Note the phrases they use when describing the desired qualifications. You'll want to target these as much as possible when developing your answers. For example, if the announcement says they want someone with "strong customer service skills," make sure you include "strong customer service skills" in at least one of your answers. That will make a better impression than saying "I helped customers."
4. Review and edit your answers until you feel they are "just right." Read them over and over until you are comfortable that you know them fairly well. Don't try to memorize them; don't worry about remembering every word. Practice saying them out loud. If possible, have a friend help you rehearse for the interview.
Here are some more very important tips:
1. Be a (Short) Story Teller
Make use of this old marketing tip: "Facts tell but stories sell." During a job interview, you are selling yourself. Whenever possible, answer questions with a short story that gives specific examples of your experiences. Notice I said "short." You don't want to ramble or take up too much time; you want to be brief but still make your point.
For example, imagine two people interviewing for a job as a dog groomer are asked, "Have you ever dealt with aggressive dogs?" Candidate Joe answers, "Yes, about 10% of the dogs I've groomed had aggressive tendencies." Candidate Mary answers, "Oh yes, quite often. I remember one situation where a client brought in his Pit Bull, Chomper. He started growling at me the moment his owner left, and I could tell from his stance he wasn't about to let me get near his nails with my clippers. I think he would've torn my arm off if I hadn't used the Schweitzer Maneuver on him. That calmed him down right away and I didn't have any problems after that." (I know nothing about dog grooming; I made the Schweitzer Maneuver up for illustrative purposes.)
Don't you agree that Mary's answer is better? Sure, Joe answered the question, but Mary did more than that--she gave a specific example and told a quick story that will be remembered by the interviewers.
In today's job market where there are dozens of highly qualified candidates for each opening, anything you do that will make you stand out and be remembered will greatly increase your odds of getting hired.
2. Keep the Interviewer's Perspective in Mind; Answer His "What's in it for Me?" Question
While many questions asked during job interviews appear to focus on your past accomplishments, here's an important tip: they may be asking about what you did, but what they really want to know is what you can do now, for them.
Information provided by: Winning tips to answer interview questions
Monday, October 20, 2008
EG Weekly Publication
EG Weekly Publication October 20-October 26
Check out this week's great career Opportunities:
Chimes
The Employment Guide
Staff Quest
North American Trade Schools
All-State Career
Stella Maris
Pendum
First Transit
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Benefits of Truck Driving.
If you're thinking of changing careers, a move into the truck driving industry may offer you more benefits than you might think. Due to a shortage of trucks drivers, many trucking companies are paying even more for qualified people to haul loads across the country. With more than 70% of the nation's economy being delivered by trucks, more truckers will continue to be needed. In other words, the trucking industry has plenty to offer interested candidates. Consider the following benefits of being a truck driver.
• Good pay
With a national shortage of drivers, companies are willing to give bonuses and increased pay for truck drivers, particularly for long-haul truckers. Companies also pay substantially more for reliable, safe drivers because they are rare. In fact, they can earn more than some college graduates. Another bonus is that unlike some companies, they are usually guaranteed pay raises as they add on years of experience.
• Benefits
Most trucking companies offer major benefits for their employees. Benefits for truck drivers can include medical, dental, vision, prescription medication coverage, life insurance, and retirement plans. Truckers may also receive paid vacation and holidays. Their great benefits rival many large companies, even some in the Fortune 500 category.
• Bonuses
Trucking companies may offer bonuses for certain loads carried or distances traveled. Bonuses may also be given for safety records or longevity with a company.
• Flexibility
A flexible schedule is available to truck drivers through many trucking companies. Drivers can also decide what type of hauls they would like to drive. They can decide between local runs, long distance runs or cross-region runs. Some companies even allow pets or children to come along during the traditionally solo rides.
• Changing Scenery
Truckers can see most of the U.S. while they work. The scenery constantly changes and there are usually points of interest to see along the way. Is your office view as good as a trucker's view? Becoming a truck driver can be a great way to start seeing and doing.
• Job Security
Truck driving provides job security for those that move frequently. It also promises a secure job market because trucking companies always need drivers, particularly if you have a few years of safe driving under your belt. A job is as secure as you make it.
• Teams
Working as a team with a spouse or colleague gives truckers a way to earn a higher income on long runs. Teams receive bonuses for making faster deliveries and can earn over $100,000 per year.
With benefits better and above some office jobs, a career as a truck driver may be the right move.
If you are interested in switching to working in a mobile office as a truck driver start searching for available jobs at www.careersingears.com
Information provided by: Benefits of truck driving.
Monday, October 13, 2008
EG Weekly Publication
EG Weekly Publication October 13-October 19
Check out this weeks's great career opportunities:
UPS
North American Trade Schools
All-State Career
Stella Maris
Ruxton Health & Rehabilitation Center
First Transit
Pendum
Admiral Security Services
CES Security
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