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1. All federal jobs are related to politics and are located inWashington, D.C.
2. Local government positions include jobs in county government, school districts, fire and police districts, and park districts.
3. Employees in nonprofit organizations typically earn less than their counterparts in for-profit companies.  However, they often report a high degree of job satisfaction and personal fulfillment in their work.
4. Volunteering your time with a nonprofit organization can be a good way to get your foot in the door for a paying position with that organization in the future.
5. If you choose to work for a small company, you'll likely wear many hats, making that type of job an excellent learning opportunity.
6. You should never work for a start-up company because its long-term security is questionable.
7. To start your own business you must have a marketable skill or product and the sales ability to get customers.
8. Never take a job that isn't exactly the right fit or you risk wasting your time.
9. If you find your first job is less-than-perfect, don't quit.  You can continue to search for a position in your field, all while earning an income and learning something new.
10. If you really dislike job hunting and worry that you won't be successful at it, consider further education or training, thus delaying the inevitable as long as possible.11. Entry-level jobs may not provide the salary or prestige you hoped for, but they're part of "paying your dues," doing low-level work to prove yourself.  

 

12. A part-time job can be a means to supplement income, explore a career, flesh out your resume, make contacts and eventually transition to something more fulfilling.
13. The best type of second job is one that is related to your field, even if it isn't the type of position you'd want on a permanent basis.
14. A freelancer or contractor is someone who is self-employed, selling his or her unique skills and services to multiple companies.

 

15. Temporary jobs are a last resort option and usually a waste of time so accept one only as a way to obtain necessary income.

 

16. When temping, discontinue your search for a permanent position.

 

17. Most internships are unpaid or include only a small stipend.

 

18. A good internship must include more than busy work.  It should give you a hands-on opportunity to learn about a position.
19. Nonprofit or service organizations are usually the most receptive to working with volunteers.
20. You should never list volunteer work on your resume, only positions of paid employment.21. The only companies that ask you to complete application forms are those that don't accept résumés.
22. When completing an application, you should write in pencil to avoid making mistakes.
23. Complete only those sections of the application that you think are relevant to the job you're seeking.
24. It is a good idea to bring with you to the interview an index card or one-sheet of all the names, addresses, and phone numbers of your former employers, and a list of references.
25. Because space is usually quite limited, use abbreviations as much as possible on job applications.
26. If a question on an application form asks which positionyou're applying for, be as vague as possible to avoid limiting your opportunities.
27. For references requested on an application, it is appropriate to list previous employers, teachers, or other contacts familiar with work and/or character.
28. For any question regarding salary requirements, list a low figure and plan to negotiate up should you be offered the position.
29. Don't bother reading the section entitled "For personnel use only" as this is not relevant to your situation.
30. It is extremely important that you sign and date the application form.

 

31. It is best to do only minimal preparation for an interview so that one's answers to interview questions sound candid and unrehearsed.
32. Different companies use different interview styles, which may range from directed and non-directed interviews to group interviews and stress interviews.
33. Studies have shown that people form an opinion of someone they meet in the first two to four minutes.
34. Some factors that affect the impression you make are your age, grooming, clothes, movement, mannerisms, and manner of speaking.
35. Most telephone interviews are conducted for the purpose of weeding out candidates.  Only those that make a good impression will be offered an in-person interview.
36. Sweaty palms, a nervous stomach, and a dry mouth are symptoms occasionally felt by nervous job hunters. They can be overcome with good preparation for an interview and by some simple relaxation techniques.
37. There are no illegal or inappropriate interview questions.  An employer has the right to ask you any question on any subject.
38. An interview is strictly for the employer to learn about the candidate. Candidates should refrain from asking the employer any questions.
39. Besides determining your professional skills and educational background, most interviewers try to determine your "personality type."
40. Good eye contact and uncrossed arms are examples of body language that can affect how an interviewer perceives you.
41. You should look upon every interview, as a learning experience regardless of whether or not you are offered the job.
42. It is not necessary to send a thank-you note after an interview.43. In comparing job offers and deciding which one to accept, you should always take the position that offers the best salary.
44. One of the first items you should bring up in a discussion with your prospective employer is salary.
45. Before discussing salary with an employer, you should research the salary range for the position on your own.
46. Assess the demand for your skills.  If they are highly specialized, you may have an edge in negotiation.  If they are more general and common, you may not.
47. When negotiating, it is often a good tactic to focus on the skills you bring to the job rather than the salary.