This Weeks Events (July 2-6)

The Larimer County Workforce Center will be closed on Wednesday, July 4th for the Fourth of July holidy.

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Why Aren't I Getting An Interview?

10 Reasons You Are Not Getting Interviews
By Barbara Wulf

You created the resume. You composed the cover letter. You applied for the job opening and now you wait. Waiting...it's a hard place to be when you desire action in your job search.

Want to increase your chances for getting an interview? Make sure you have not overlooked the 10 Reasons You Are Not Getting Interviews.

1. Spelling or grammatical errors in a resume or cover letter - Be sure to use spell check, proofread, read aloud, and have someone else review your documents. Your first impression will generally impact your chances for an interview.
2. Not using an appropriate resume format - Use the most appropriate resume format to reflect your experience and skills. Decide if the chronological, functional, or combination format is best for you.
3. Too embellished - Your resume and cover letter should flow and be understandable. Don't get too technical, use flowery language, or stretch the truth with your experience and skills. If you were interviewed, could you substantiate the facts you presented? The employer will be thinking "if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is."
4. Wrong name or company in the cover letter - It might be convenient to apply for multiple positions and use a similar cover letter. Did you remember to change the inside address and name? The employer will not be impressed if you slip up on this detail.
5. Unqualified - Yes, there is the "hope" factor or "give me a break" factor, but most employers are looking for applicants who have the skills. An employer may not be interested in spending time, resources, and money to train you. Find a way to obtain the training and reapply down the road.
6. Overqualified - The question a potential employer is asking is, how long will he stay? Employers cannot afford to hire and rehire in the short term. Would you be satisfied with the position? It's probably best for both parties to avoid a lose-lose situation.
7. Wrong job targeted - Can you really do the job? Be realistic. If you are really out of your league, do not expect a reply.
8. No openings today - No means "no," but consider a follow-up call down the road. If you send an unsolicited resume to a company, they have no obligation to respond. Openings could occur in the future. Instead, focus on companies that are actively seeking new employees.
9. Not being available - Since you included your phone number and email, make sure you can be contacted. If you leave for a week of fishing in Canada, can you return a call or email? Will you sound focused and professional?
10. Lack of follow up - Want the interview? Make a call to human resources after the application deadline or after a week of applying. What is the status with the interviewing schedule? Is the employer extending the application deadline? Are they currently reviewing the applications? What is the projected timeline for interviewing? Obtain additional information that can help you move on with your job search and indicate your interest in position. Remember to say thank you.

Reference: Wulf, B. (2007). 10 Reasons you are not getting interviews. Retrieved on June 11, 2007 from
http://www.jobdig.com/articles/728/_10_Reasons_You_Are_Not_Getting_Interviews.html

This Weeks Events (June 26-June 29)

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Resume Action Lab-A Hands On Way for You To Create Your Resume!

Want a Resume? Not sure where to start?

The Larimer County Workforce Center can help! We offer Resume Action Labs to provide technical assistance as you create and perfect your resume to land your dream job.

The Resume Action Lab is a hands-on lab where you will receive staff guidance as you create and type your own resume. Computer skills aren’t necessary; resume action lab staff will help you go step-by-step to create a resume that’s uniquely yours. This service is provide at the Fort Collins Workforce Center and is available through a scheduled appointment. To schedule an appointment please contact Christa at (970) 498-6639 or Dulce at (970) 498-6653.

This Weeks Event (June 18-June 22)

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Are you LinkedIn®?

LinkedIn® is an extremely powerful tool in a individuals job search as well as his/her professional career. LinkedIn® is an online network of over 11 million professionals from around the world, representing 150 industries.

Through your network you can:

• Find potential clients, service providers, subject experts, and partners who come recommended.
• Be found for business opportunities.
• Search for great jobs.
• Discover inside connections that can help you land jobs and close deals.
• Post and distribute job listings.
• Find high-quality passive candidates.
• Get introduced to other professionals through the people you know.

The Larimer County Workforce Center is offering a workshop facilitated by Mike O’Neil on Friday, June 22nd to help individuals learn more about LinkedIn®. The workshop will be held from 1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. in the Senate Chambers at the Lory Student Center on the Colorado State University campus. You must pre-register for this workshop. To register, contact Tricia Vogl at 498-6648. This workshop is hands-on so those attending are encouraged to bring their laptops if they have them.

This workshop is designed to:

• Optimize your profile for maximum effectiveness to attract those that you most want to attract.
• Help you build a network on LinkedIn so you have a maximum network for searching.
• Assist you in searching for companies, resources and people on LinkedIn to get you the maximum number of results in both quantity and quality.
• Teach tips, tricks, strategies and etiquettes to get the most out with the least input.

Don’t miss your chance to get LinkedIn®. Call and register today!

3 Powerful Job Search Websites

http://www.indeed.com
The Indeed website searches job sites, newspapers, associations, and company career pages.

http://www.simplyhired.com
Simply Hired searches thousands of job boards, classifieds, and company sites. After you complete your search, you can easily research the salary for each specific position as well as use LinkedIn® to find out who in your network might know someone in the company.

http://www.usajobs.com
USAJOBS is the official website of the United States Government. It’s your one-stop source for federal jobs and employment information.

Click here for even more job search websites and links!