Getting Yourself Organized for Success:
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Transcript Getting Yourself Organized for Success:
The Cover Letter, The Resume,
and finally the Interview . . .
Evaluating your Current Situation
What do you like and dislike about your
current job?
Pro/Con list
Is the grass really greener on the other
side?
Will changing jobs solve your problem?
A time for soul searching
What will you do?
A decision has been reached
Yes, look for a new job
No, deal with my current situation
What to do next
Finding that Dream Wound Care Job
Finding a new job is about you
Reality check
A dream job?
Just a change?
What is next for you, career wise
Clinical
Research
Management
Education
Think about your job like a close personal
relationship
Try to leave on a high note
Conducting a Wound Care Job Search
Networking… Get in touch with
WCC peers
Past associates
Classmates
Teachers
Search for open, new, possible future
positions
Job boards/WOUND CARE CAREERS
Research facilities/companies
Industry Reps
Newspapers
Trade journals
Cold calling
Professional Recruiters/Head Hunters
Prior to Resume Submission
Look at all jobs available at your present
company
Geographic location—are you willing to move?
Are there any issues with the company?
1.
2.
Management
Benefits
Freedom
Advancement
Can current company meet your career goals?
Resume Preparation
Check spelling and grammar, make sure it’s correct
All content should be brief, clear and to the point
eliminate the extra fluff
stick to the facts
2-3 pages are okay (if no fluff)
Use white or cream colored paper
List your WCC certification, volunteer work, computer
skills, honors/awards, etc.
Be ready to support/defend your content
Always write using the positive (not the negative)
Sell your talents and experience with the benefits and
positive outcomes
Target your resume to the job you are seeking
Personalize each cover letter
Resume Submission
Send your resume as requested:
Internet
e-mail
Fax
US mail
Follow-up to make sure your resume and
cover letter were received
Interview Preparation
Know the company
internet for research
Know the issues
specific to the company or facility
Conduct an online search of the person(s)who are
interviewing you
Know where the interview is located
Plan what you will wear
ask for directions
look professional
Practice answering typical interview question and
job specific questions
Avoid simple yes and no answers, let your
answers stimulate conversation
Interview Preparation
Have extra copies of your resume ready to
distribute at the interview
Prepare questions for the interviewers
Know how are you going to “sell” your talents
and experience
what can you do for the company
Know what you want out of the job
makes you appear more engaged
what’s your objective—A JOB
OFFER)
Try to schedule the interview for a time when
you are at your best
Interview Day
Get a good night’s sleep and dress for success
Be on time (at least 10-15 minutes early)
Be honest about your needs in a job
The interview is a two way conversation
your needs must also match the needs of the employer
If compensation question arises, turn it around and
ask what is the salary range? Don’t give a bottom
line figure
Look sharp and professional
Your goal is an offer
Be professional, state your facts with enthusiasm
Take a breath, smile and share your story
Interview Day
Communication is 93% non-verbal
Expect behaviorally based questions
Do you work better by yourself or with others
Were you ever reprimanded for something you did on the job?)
Ask for the job
Sit up tall, smile!
Show your animation (hands or facial expression)
Close the sale
“ From what we discussed today, it sounds like your needs match my
skill set very well and I would really like this position, when can I start?”
Follow-up the interview by sending a hand
written thank-you card
No emails
Make sure you get the interviewers business card
The Job Offer
Ask for time to review the offer before accepting
Get the offer in writing
Create a pro/con list to evaluate offer/opportunity
Know a realistic salary level and know what the
market will bear
Consider all benefits—not just base salary
Is the offer valuable to you?
All benefits may be negotiable
Walk away from an offer if it is not what you want
Good Luck… You Deserve
Success
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worth: The expert negotiators’ guide to salary and compensation.
St. Martin’s, New York. 2000
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managing & firing practices to keep you & your company out of
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Stil, Del J., High Impact Hiring, How to interview and select outstanding
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