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The Storage Account Cutie
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 Posted: Fri Sep 02, 2011 7:26 pm
Could I please have some tips on how to get a job. (First time.)
I need to get one as fast as possible, because I am getting kicked out 18 while still going to high school. >.<
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Posted: Fri Sep 02, 2011 10:30 pm
First Of All...How MEAN THAT YOURE GETTING KICKED OUT!
Second....Im Assuming You Are Of The Legal Age To Work In.
My Tip...Make Sure There Are Places That Need Workers.
Places, That Are Near You Or Where You Will Live At.
Dont Just Apply To One Place, Apply To Multiple Places For A Bigger Diversity.
Once You Have Been Accepted (Hopefully By More Than One Place) Weigh Out The Differences.
Pros And Cons.
Honestly. The Pay.
Other Than That, Always Give Your Best.
When You Do Get The Job, Or Heck And Interview.
Believe Me, The Way Youre Dressed, Matters.
Be Respectful.
Um, Thats About All I Can Honestly, Think About Right Now.
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Posted: Sat Sep 03, 2011 12:04 am
Lunchbox is right. First impressions are very important, so dress professionally, mind your manners and be respectful. sit properly at the interview.
Don't just apply in one place, go nuts and leave your resume all over the place. apply everywhere.
once you land an interview, be there early, say the interview is for 4:00pm be there 3:45pm or something, no more than 15 minutes.
speech is also important. don't stutter, no fidgeting, no "umms" or "like".
that's all I can think of at the top of my head, oh!! make sure your application is spotless. write clearly, no crazy print or squiggles or heart or "x" to replace the dots on your "i's", normal fine print. write everything clearly. can not stress this point enough.
ok, I think that's all.
hope it helps =3
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Posted: Sat Sep 03, 2011 12:29 am
Find out your strengths and weaknesses. your likes and dislikes. If you find a job that pays well, but it's a living hell for someone like you, just go 'moving on'. Seriously, that is what's leading my mom to an early grave.
Know the most common questions interviewers ask, and what NOT to say. That way, you won't. Believe me when they ask, "What is your greatest weakness...?" They aren't looking for some suck-up who's got the book answer, they're looking for uniqueness, and a clever way to turn a fault into a strength. Not looking for "perfectionism".
Are you partially disabled? WIll you need minor accomodations to perform the essential tasks of the job? This is things to ask yourself. As some jobs hire BASED on this. I got my job BECAUSE i was partially disable. So don't be afraid to tell them this. They aren't allowed to discriminate because you are. (Although some are allowed not to hire because you are not.)
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The Storage Account Cutie
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Posted: Sun Sep 04, 2011 12:45 pm
Thank you everyone for all of the great tips. I will use them for when I try to apply. : 3
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Posted: Sun Sep 04, 2011 3:26 pm
Also since you are still going to be in school you need to aim for part time or nights/weekends. Honestly you will not make much so I also suggest trying to find a roommate. Also you will need to build your credit so find someone with an apartment in their name already. Once you get a job and have a little bit of leeway with rent and utilities, either get a credit card in your name (Capital One is good about giving them to applicants with no credit, just DO NOT use all of the money on the card. Buy maybe a meal or two (small cheap meals) and pay those off immediately because interest rates will bite you in the keester). It's going to be really hard, whether you are in school or not. I also suggest taking on side jobs when you can like babysitting or mowing lawns. May not sound like much but every little bit helps.
Or you can find yourself a rich husband. smile Lol.
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Posted: Sun Sep 04, 2011 3:28 pm
Also, on your resume since this will be your first time you should outline your achievements in school. Awards, GPA, etc. as well as any small side jobs such as babysitting or petsitting that you've done.
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Posted: Sun Sep 04, 2011 4:16 pm
Your best bet is to see if a friend's parents have a spare room they are willing to rent out to you for a short time. Build up your money then go apartment hunting. What most people forget is that it takes a lot of money to get things like utilities started. I know back where I used to live you had to put $200 down deposit just for electricity. Just remember you have more than a job to worry about. sad
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Posted: Wed Oct 12, 2011 9:52 pm
kinkykitty89 Also, on your resume since this will be your first time you should outline your achievements in school. Awards, GPA, etc. as well as any small side jobs such as babysitting or petsitting that you've done. Going along with this idea...put down any volunteer service you have done...that's also something they seem to like..
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Posted: Fri Oct 14, 2011 6:21 pm
Thanks for all the tips guys. emotion_bigheart
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The Storage Account Cutie
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