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4 Roadmap Welcome Introductions Housekeeping Materials Objectives Expectations

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5 Helpful hint The job application is a screening device, so be sure to turn in a high-quality product.

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5 An application is a pre-employment test.

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6 Select the right jobs. Think like an employer. Tailor your application.

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7 Create a master application. Spelling and grammar count. Be specific about job duties. Use a professional email address.

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8 Use action word to draw attention.

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9 Date available. Reason no longer employed. Can we contact your employer? Friends or relatives who work here. Criminal history.

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10 Study job announcements find keywords. Be concise. Use numbers to highlight accomplishments. Resist additions.

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12 Three types of references: Professional Academic Personal Writing activity: Practice filling out an application, and learn an important lesson!

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12 Choose a reference with care.

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14 Helpful hint The job application represents you! Keep it neat, and make sure you have no grammar or spelling errors.

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14 Make photocopies. Bring your own pens and a copy of your master application. Have rsum and reference letters available.

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16 Helpful hint Make sure you know if the online application you are working on times out and how much time you have to complete it.

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16 Master application Professional email address Easy-to-remember login ID and password.

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16 Use employers key words. Screening devices. Follow directions.

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17 Read carefully. Complete in a professional manner. No safety nets. Review application.

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18 Re-applying policy. Speak with HR or hiring manager. Check spam blocker, and enable pop-ups.

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19 Helpful hint Many online applications time out. Employers want to see if you can complete the work within a certain time. Have an electronic master application ready so you can copy and paste.

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