international advantage session #2
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International Advantage Session #2. Communicating at Career Fairs: Getting on a Schedule. Program. Appearance Greetings Opening Lines Holding the Floor Graceful Exits Role Plays Practice, practice, practice. Business Casual?. Women Dress/Skirt Heels Make-up? Men - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
International Advantage Session #2
Communicating at Career Fairs: Getting on a Schedule
Program
Appearance Greetings Opening Lines Holding the Floor Graceful Exits Role Plays Practice, practice, practice
Business Casual?
Women Dress/Skirt Heels Make-up?
Men Khakis or dress
pants No tennis shoes Tie or jacket
Finishing Touches
DO’S Use deodorant Mints Use a lint brush Check teeth/hair Tuck in Other thoughts?
DON’Ts Use heavy perfume Wear native dress Eat garlic/onion
Opening Lines
I’m so glad you’re here! I’d love to work at your
company I’ve been researching your
company Great/Exciting/wonderful
display What a great company! Could I have a second of
your time?
Greetings
Hi Hello
Jane, John Ms. Smith/Mr.
Jones Madame/Ma’am/
Sir
Introductions
Let me introduce myself: – My name is s-l-o-o-o-w and clear– I’m ________ (slow and clear)– Consider: short version, first name only
FIRM HAND SHAKE LOOK AT THEM, SMILE HAND THEM A RESUME
Interview Schedule
My experience is a good/excellent/ great/perfect fit with your needs
I’d love to get on your interview schedule
I’d really like an opportunity to talk with you about my skills
My resume satisfies many of your requirements
I know your schedule’s full, but if you could fit me in, I can be really flexible about interviewing at your convenience.
Keeping Their Attention
Connect your experience with thecompany: I’ve _____. You mentioned ______. That’s
exactly what I did in Marketing class/project
I’m a great team player You mentioned “globalization” –
that’s me all the way! My real strong point is ______.
Polite Persistence
No Room on Schedule
Is there any way that can be altered?
Will there be any other opportunities to meet?
Can you make an exception please?
No Internationals I’m authorized to
work beginning June 1
It’s not as hard as you may think – here’s a flyer about visa regulations
The university has helped me make sure I’m legal
Visa Question
Do NOT bring it up on your own Assure them that for internship/1st
year, they have no obligation “If you’re really globalizing, who
could be better?” IF you prove yourself and they help
you apply for an H-1B, you’ll pay for it, and you’ll be loyal for at least 3 years
Graceful Exits
May I have your business card, please? I enjoyed meeting you Great! See you then! Is it okay if I apply directly? Could you recommend anyone in your
company that may be interested in my abilities?
That’s too bad. I think we would be a good fit
Thank you for your time
Practice, practice, practice!