Career Fair 2013

Career Fair 2013

Are you looking for a better job opportunity?

HOSTED BY THE REPUBLIC CLASSIFIEDS l When: Noon-5 p.m. Wednesday, September 11. l Where: Clarion Hotel (I-65 and Jonathan Moore Pike). l What to wear: Business casual is preferred. l Cost: Free to job seekers. l What to bring: Several copies of your resume, if you have one.

Great Career Opportunity MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR LIFE & IN THE LIVES OF OTHERS! Are you interested in a challenging yet fulfilling career? Do you feel good when you see others advance and reach their personal goals? Then perhaps DSI is the employer for you! We have Degreed and Non-Degreed Positions available.

The exciting thing about working at DSI is that there are many types of jobs that are needed to support those we serve. Regardless of the job task or position, every employee is part of a unique and cohesive effort that has been praised and emulated by successful businesses and other organizations throughout the field.

BENEFITS: Besides the opportunity to work in a professional yet comfortable setting, DSI offers many excellent benefits: Flexible Work Schedule Paid Training Travel Reimbursement Paid Leave Time (increases with seniority) Paid Holiday Time Health Insurance for Employees working 30 hrs or more 125K Flex Plan Short Term Disability Employer Paid Life Insurance Direct Deposit

To apply for open positions, please visit us at

The Republic Career Fair Wednesday, September 11th from Noon-5pm.

We will have HR Professionals on staff at the fair, to speak with job seekers one-on-one.

If you are unable to attend the event, please apply in person at:

2920 Tenth Street, Columbus, IN 47201 or apply online at: www.dsiservices.org EOE

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CAREER FAIR 2013

HOSTED BY THE REPUBLIC CLASSIFIEDS

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Also inside Computer courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Resumes changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Show some respect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Interview missteps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Networking on LinkedIn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Communication skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Cover letter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Job hunt advantages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 A quick offer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Background checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Internal referrals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Ready to work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 First resume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Dinner interview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Growing your network page 18

Winning behavior page 20

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AWS is hiring!

Serving individuals with disabilities.

Currently located in 8 states and expanding!

Founded in 1960, the mission of AWS is to help children and adults with disabilities live as independently as possible, be included in the community and function at their maximum potential. Working as partners with people and their families, the corporation will concentrate its resources in these areas: • Identifying and creating vocational opportunities that lead to the greatest earnings and job satisfaction • Developing living arrangements that emphasize independence and quality of life • Creating programs that result in increasing numbers of people-to-people relationships that are of value to people with disabilities • Searching for new opportunities to effectively deploy resources in pursuit of the corporation’s human services value base

Direct Care Positions, Supportive Living Supervisor Positions Competitive Wages, Bonuses and Benefits Include: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401K

Come meet us Wednesday, September 11, noon - 5 at the Career Fair hosted by The Republic.

Interested candidates may apply online at www.awsusa.com or fax your resume to 812-376-7158, Attention HR Department EOE/AAE

Working at AWS rocks!

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Essential software in professional environments

By Jenni L. Muncie-Sujan

Nakkita Wicker of Columbus learns Microsoft Excel at Ivy Tech.

Start

THE Republic file photo

YOUR FUTURE TODAY

PMG INDIANA IS SEEKING QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS TO MEET ITS GROWING CUSTOMER DEMAND IN 2013 AND 2014. PMG HAS BEEN A LEADING GLOBAL AUTOMOTIVE COMPONENT MANUFACTURER IN COLUMBUS SINCE 1989.

PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES

Positions available on all shifts. Strong long-term work history in a manufacturing setting; ability to perform tasks at an optimum level.

INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE

Ideal candidate must have ability to read blueprints & electrical diagrams, mechanical repairs, work with pneumatic and hydraulic systems, able to troubleshoot PLCs and must be able to work overtime including weekends.

Electrical wiring a plus.

MANUFACTURING ENGINEERS

Ideal candidates will have 2 – 3 years recent automotive supplier experience; bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering and willingness to work with all facets of the manufacturing process. Previous Powder Metal experience a plus. Must be familiar with the TS16949 standards and requirements.

PMG offers a competitive wage package based on skills and experience.

Experience with AutoCad desired.

PMG offers excellent benefits for full-time employees that include major medical, dental, vision, prescription drug card, vacation, 401K, company paid uniforms, and a great working environment. Wage is based on previous experience and skills.

Applications will be accepted Monday through Friday from 8am to 4:30pm at our facility at 1751 Arcadia Drive. Or resumes can be sent to jan.boram@pmgsinter.com

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A standard expectation has been established in the professional world, a minimum bar of competency in computer software knowledge. It goes beyond simply using email or being able to create a document in Microsoft Word and save it in a file.

In an office environment, many employers hold basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint as a minimum expectation. Most positions, however, do not get much more specific in software requirements unless the career has its own industry-based software.

Angela Malagon, a certified staffing professional who serves as corporate recruiter at Elwood Staffing, says she looks for people with tangible skills and a good background when filling corporate positions. If the candidate is well-prepared in every other area but low on software skills that are needed, she might be willing to offer on-the-job training. But in the case of recent college graduates, she expects their basic computer software skills to be current.

“Some people may state that they have adequate skills, but they don’t understand that there are different levels. When I receive a resume, and they feel like they are proficient, they may not be as proficient as they think.”

Because of the various skill levels of candidates, Elwood Staffing requires online assessments from its potential employees, to determine where they might need a little help.

This practice of competency testing is also a standard procedure for candidates applying to fill administrative positions within Columbus Regional Health. After a resume has passed through the first level of review, the candidate is called in to complete testing.

“We are clear on our job postings when a certain proficiency is required,” says Mandy Shaff, recruitment and retention coordinator at CRH. “If they don’t pass it, we cannot move them further.” Shaff says the candidates can be made aware of their weaker testing areas and advised

to retest after attending a course or waiting six months.

The competency testing for candidates is conducted in the human resources department at CRH, in a separate office with a door that provides a quiet environment, says Shaff.

Most tests are timed, and the topics are divided, with stopping points between each one.

Shaff notes that some heading to the workforce are turning to online courses to sharpen their skills, at little or no expense. Some of the relevant training would be in Microsoft Office, basic keyboarding, Windows and filing skills.

Teresa Begley, executive director for corporate college at Ivy Tech, says her department is seeing a need for intermediate or advanced training in MS Excel and MS PowerPoint. The determination of whether or not to conduct a training class is based on the requests that come in.

“We work with some online partners because a lot of people don’t have a lot of time to take a face-toface class,” Begley says. A few of these connections are with Career Step and MindEdge. Through these online courses, employees can get continuing education credits or certificates of completion through Ivy Tech.

For those who need the assistance of a live expert to help them through training, Bartholomew County Public Library offers some free computer training classes that cover Microsoft Office and Windows 8.

Instead of arriving at an interview with the cliché excuse, “I don’t know that, but I’m a quick learner,” candidates can prepare themselves in advance for the basic requirements of a professional position.

Here are a few online sites that can help: Keyboarding training: www.typingweb.com Basic MS Office and General Computer skills: www.gcflearnfree.org Software tutorials: www.lynda.com

Bartholomew County Public Library training courses To fill out the short registration card online, go to www.barth.lib.in.us and choose the Events tab. Under that tab, choose Computer Classes.

When an events calendar appears, select the Technology calendar.

The available classes show up on the calendar, and registration can be completed by clicking on the class of interest and providing the requested information.

Sept. 18– Publisher, 10-11:30 a.m.

The following classes are available during September:

Learn how to create a basic spreadsheet and how to use the formatting commands to improve the appearance and presentation of data. Also create a template for others to use for data entry.

Sept. 9– Computer Basics, 6-8 p.m.

Learn how to use a mouse, open programs, enter and save information, create folders and organize your documents.

Sept. 11– Introducing Windows 8, 6-8 p.m.

Introduction and demonstration of some of the new features of Windows 8.

Publisher software is used to create publications such as newsletters, greeting cards, business cards, calendars, and brochures.

Sept. 23– Excel Level I, 6-8 p.m.

Sept. 24– Excel Level II, 6-8 p.m.

Learn how to use the built-in functions of Excel and how to combine monthly reports to form a quarterly report. Also learn how to display data in graph format and how to use the Pivot Table feature to manage your data lists.

Sept. 12– Word, 6-8 p.m.

Sept. 25– Digital Downloads, 6:30-8 p.m.

Use MS Word 2007 to create letters, resumes, newsletters, flyers and more. Learn the basics of word processing, how to create lists and tables, and explore the various templates available as part of the Word program.

Reference librarian Tyler Munn will talk about the various free downloadable items offered at your library. He will demonstrate how to download eBooks, audio books, magazines and music to a variety of devices.

Lowe’s is currently hiring for Night and Weekend shift Team Members.

• Night shift hours are between Monday – Thursday 6:00 p.m. – 4:30 a.m.

• Weekend shift positions will work Friday- Sunday 5:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Base rate: $11.50 per hour Night shift: $12.00 per hour (shift premium included) Weekend shift: $12.78 per hour (shift premium included) Requirements include: The ability to lift up to 70lbs; 18 years of age or older; a

stable work history; and the ability to successfully pass a drug screening and criminal background check. Forklift experience is preferred.

Benefits after 90 days and 401K and Employee Stock Purchase Plan after 180 days

Leadership positions also available, pay will be commensurate with experience.

Day and Night shifts available Competitive compensation and benefits package Applicants must consent to pre-employment drug screen and background check

For more information on our Team Member and Leadership positions currently available, visit us at our Booth at The Republic’s Career Fair at the Clarion Hotel on Wednesday, September 11th. Hours are from Noon to 5 p.m.

Apply online at www.lowes.com/careers Lowe’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Sunright America, Inc. A Fastener Company seeking candidates for the following positions:

Mechanical Engineer Machine Maintenance Specialist Quality Lab Specialist Machine Operators Immediate Openings Competitive Wage, Bonuses and Great Benefits include: Health Insurance, 401K, Free Uniform Shirts & Cleaning service

Fax Resume to: 812-342-3190, or Mail to: 6205 S. International Dr. Columbus, IN 47201 www.sunrightamerica.com 8 Career Fair 2013

Is the resume dead?

By Eddie Lou MCT

Resumes may not be dead yet, but they are absolutely evolving — and not just moving from printed paper to digital copies. While some businesses still rely on traditional resumes in the hiring process, many are seeking a more complete picture of their future employees and turn to social media sites to learn more about potential hires.

Who can blame them? Resumes are two dimensional, offering only work experience and education. They are also sometimes incomplete or completely fudged. Think of those old personal ads in the newspaper — sure, you got a four-line snapshot of your potential match, but how much can you really learn about someone from just a few lines about their favorite hobbies and pet dog?

In recent times, college admissions use Facebook as the 21st-century SAT test. According to Collegerecruiter. com, more than 90 percent of human resource departments use social media like LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Pinterest to find reasons to hire or not hire a candidate. An online profile can be a big plus in the hiring process — when done right. It can highlight a candidate’s personality, image, interests and ability to communicate. In addition, endorsements from work colleagues, professors and peers can highlight a person’s potential, which all adds up to create a three-dimensional view of the candidate.

It is important to build a proper

online persona. Make a good first impression, because the job search is much like dating. The goal of both is to make a match. Dating sites have long since evolved from those newspaper personal ads into vibrant profiles that offer real insight into a person. Likewise, the job search is following suit. Online communities like Sittercity, which enables families to find trustworthy babysitters, and my firm Shiftgig, which connects service industry candidates to employers, work in a similar fashion to dating sites such as Match, eHarmony, and PlentyofFish. Instead of making romantic connections, they match potential employees with employers.

Just like those dating sites, creating an attractive online profile increases chances of a match.

Sam Yagan, co-founder and CEO of OKCupid, confirms an unfortunate truth of online dating, “No matter how much time you spend polishing your profile, it’s your picture that matters most.” A professional profile faces a similar challenge, so don’t be afraid to add a photo to your online profile. Make it show off your personality. Let it help you stand out. Catch an employer’s eye and help them put a face to a name. However, provocative photos or inappropriate pictures are a huge mistake. Always remember that the Internet is written in ink, not pencil, and that you never get a second chance to make a first impression.

So make sure you don’t distract from your most marketable qualities by presenting your best professional profile right from the start.

Be respectful when seeking employment

By Max Messmer Scripps Howard News Service

COVER LETTER: “I feel I’m a perfect fit for your company. Let’s make this happen, Cap’n!”

“Aye” can’t say I’m impressed with this applicant’s approach.

Avoid informality when conversing with prospective employers. Your writing doesn’t have to be stuffy or pretentious, but it should be respectful. Including slang or text-speak in your application materials, even if used for effect, shows a lack of polish and sincerity.

Consider these overly casual job candidates: “SKILLS: Can make cash fly outta my computer.”

Then why do you need a job?

“OBJECTIVE: Anything 4 $$$$.”

Your greed is showing.

COVER LETTER: “Gimme me the job, and I’ll deal with all of the noise, noise, noise.”

Sounds like a Grinch to us.

Making up goofy job titles, rather than citing the actual positions you’ve held, is another bad idea. You might momentarily grab a hiring manager’s attention, but not for the right reasons.

JOB TITLE: “Master of the SEO Secret Sauce.”

A tasty pitch.

“WORK EXPERIENCE: Nicknamed the Sales Rock Star. Met quota four months last year.”

We have a feeling your boss didn’t use your nickname very often.

JOB TITLE: “Nebulous Business Baron.”

We’re a little fuzzy on this one.

“CURRENT JOB: Unemployedologist.”

A field in which no one wants to specialize.

Finally, regardless of how talented and influential you believe you are, keep the self-praise in check.

COVER LETTER: “My greatest strength is being able to inspire hope and encourage dreams in all who surround me. Even I’m blown away by the inspiration of my own words. I’m like a candle burning in a dark room, helping others find their way.”

This candidate’s not afraid to wax poetic.

When it comes to your intelligence,

it’s better to show than tell.

“PROFESSIONAL SKILLS: Very smard.”

We’re not convinced.

Instead of relying on bold claims about your brilliance, give hiring managers concrete examples of how you’ve used your keen business sense and bright ideas to help employers achieve business goals.

The following IT professional, for example, does an excellent job emphasizing how she positively impacted her firm’s bottom line: “ACHIEVEMENTS: Developed software enhancements that cut the time required to process online orders by half, resulting in a 20 percent spike in web sales in the first year of implementation.”

Rather than quantifying their most compelling professional contributions, these job applicants offered empty boasts about their IQ: “QUALIFICATIONS: My superior brain is a seamless circuit of sizzling synapses.”

If nothing else, you’re adept at alliteration.

“STRENGTHS: I am fast intelligent.”

Is that like being quick-witted?

“SKILLS: I have the utmost intellectual capacity to pierce any disparity and sort reality.”

We hate to burst your bubble, but that’s not a job requirement.

The carelessness of the following candidates undermined their credibility: “ABOUT ME: I am no doubt a gifted genus.”

A candidate who’s in a class by himself.

RESUME: “I’m so crazey smart that Mensa refused my application.”

We might know why.

While it doesn’t benefit you to brag about your big brain, you also shouldn’t disparage yourself, even in jest. Sarcasm and self-deprecation don’t always translate well on paper.

We can only hope this job seeker was joking: “NOTE: My wisdom and intelligence are lacking, so don’t expect me to actually read and understand the company handbook or any of that stuff.”

HR will not be happy to hear that.

EASTSIDE WALMART SUPERCENTER Located next to Kohl’s and theater is currently hiring for these positions

Many Management Opportunities Available • Third Shift Stockers • Deli Associates • Produce Associates • Cashier • Cake Decorator • Bakery Associate • Inventory Associate Fortune 500 Company Flexible Scheduling Competitive Pay & Benefit Package Cool, Fun Environment Drug test and background check required Start Your Career Today Apply online at www.walmart.com or instore / HR Dept.

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We are an ISO-14001/TS-16949 certified production machining company located in the heart of Columbus.

We are seeking: • Entry level and experienced CNC machine operators • Experienced machine tool maintenance personnel • “Hands on” Manufacturing Engineering Technicians Quality Machine & Tool Works, Inc. offers competitive salaries along with an excellent benefit package.

We are a growing local company that has provided steady employment to our employees for over 30 years.

1201 Michigan Ave. Columbus, IN 47201 812-379-2660 Come see us at The Republic Career Fair on Wednesday September 11th at the Clarion Hotel

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Job interview stumbles to avoid

By Marvin Walberg Scripps Howard News Service

You can have the perfect resume and a compelling cover letter and show up for the job interview ready to impress, but get ready to forgo the job offer if you make one of these stumbles, presented by Alison Green, who writes the popular Ask a Manager blog.

1. Being late. Hiring managers assume that you’re on your best behavior while interviewing, so if you’re late, they’ll assume you’ll be unreliable once on the job. Always allow more time than you’ll need to get to your interview.

2. Being unprepared. Asking questions about the company that could have been answered with some basic research tells the employer that you didn’t bother to do your homework.

3. Being unenthusiastic. Employers want candidates who seem committed and excited, so don’t hesitate to articulate your interest in the job.

4. Being rude to the receptionist. Many interviewers will ask the receptionist what they think of you. If you were rude or arrogant, that’s usually a dealbreaker.

5. Sounding bitter. Job searching is

tough, especially in this market, but if you let an extended period of unemployment make you bitter, then you’ll turn off potential employers.

6. Not being able to give specific examples in response to questions. Make sure to come to the interview prepared with examples from your past that show how you’ve used your skills at work.

7. Claiming you have no weaknesses.

If an employer asks you about your weaker areas and you can’t or won’t respond with a realistic assessment of areas where you could improve, you’ll appear to be lacking in insight and self-awareness.

8. Answering your cellphone in the middle of the interview. If your phone rings mid-interview, look mortified and apologize profusely — and then turn it off.

9. Sharing inappropriately. Resist the impulse to talk about how much you hated your old company, or the fact that you dated your boss, or your family’s medical problems.

10. Lying about anything. Lying in a hiring process is an instant deal-breaker. Employers want to hire candidates with integrity, not people who show they’re willing to lie.

Valeo Sylvania is a leader in the automotive lighting

industry and supplies advanced lighting assemblies for forward, rear, signaling, and interior applications to the major automotive manufacturers in the United States.

The operation was founded in 1978 and is a joint venture with 50/50 ownership between Valeo and OSRAM Sylvania.

Mind your manners on LinkedIn

By Marie Stempinski Tampa Bay Times

A friend recently told me about a situation that really upset him. He received a LinkedIn contact invitation from a business acquaintance. My friend accepted and wrote a nice note saying, “Good to hear from you. Let’s get together for coffee and catch up.”

There was no response.

“What happened to common courtesy?” my friend asked. “Was this guy really interested in networking with me or was he just trying to see how many connections he could rack up on LinkedIn?” Manners seem to have taken a back seat since we’ve been communicating online. What happened to picking up the phone or emailing? And some of us think that nurturing business relationships through personal contact isn’t worth the effort. Hint: It is. So here are a few gentle reminders. For this column I’ve focused on LinkedIn. • LinkedIn is designed to help people network, share information and perhaps do business with one another.

• Your profile is your “face” on LinkedIn. Present yourself truthfully.

Be professional. Represent yourself as a responsible business person who has

legitimate qualifications and a track record; demonstrate that you can be trusted.

• LinkedIn isn’t a competition.

You won’t win the jackpot if you have more contacts than anyone else.

Connect only with people you know or want to know. You can introduce yourself and ideally set up a phone or face-to-face meeting or arrange a meeting through a mutually known third party.

• If someone sends you an email or message on LinkedIn, answer it. What good is having contacts if you don’t follow up and nurture the relationships?

• LinkedIn is a conduit for winwin situations. If you want something from your LinkedIn contact, what can you offer him in return?

• Groups are great, but don’t misuse them. Pay attention to discussions, join if you have something to share that is beneficial to the group, and don’t dominate all the conversations.

• Post only links, articles or information that will benefit your LinkedIn readers.

• Never endorse people you haven’t worked with or whose work you are not familiar with.

Our headquarters, including manufacturing and R&D, is located in Seymour, Indiana and allows us to be close to our customers: Ford, General Motors, Chrysler, Nissan, Honda, and Toyota. Valeo Sylvania also operates 2 manufacturing facilities in Queretaro, Mexico and a sales office in Dearborn, Michigan. The Company is home to nearly 1,500 employees, and we are looking for talented individuals to join our team!

• APU Manager • Optical Engineer • Process Engineer (Molding) • Electronic Buyer (Industrial Degree) • Financial Analyst (Industrial Controlling) • Quality Engineer • Planning Analyst For consideration, please apply • Coatings Technician online: @ http://www.valeosylvania. com/careeropps.html • Mold Technicians

Sales

Engineering/Manufacturing

Valeo Sylvania 3200 Greenfield Road, Suite 240 Dearborn, MI 48120 Tel (313) 593-3335

Valeo Sylvania 1231 A Avenue North USA Seymour, IN 47203 USA Tel (812) 523-5200

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How to be an ‘A’ job candidate

By Diane Stafford The Kansas City Star

Want a job in today’s economy? You may need to think, talk and write better.

Hirers say communication and reasoning skills are sadly lacking in too many applicants. And because it costs them time and money when they make hiring mistakes, employers increasingly are giving skills and personality tests before giving job offers.

At a recent meeting of Kansas City area job recruiters and hirers, I heard several members emphasize the basic abilities they look for when they evaluate job candidates.

Attitude and communication, along with a basic work-ready appearance, topped their wish lists.

Advisers at Johnson County Community College’s Career Development Center — who want to prepare students to be hireable — said the hirers’ comments dovetailed with survey findings from the National Association of Colleges and Employers. In the association’s new top-10 list of qualities sought in employees, tech-

nical knowledge and software proficiency were ranked all the way down at No. 7 and No. 8.

In top-to-bottom order, the other sought-after qualities all fell in either the communication or “soft skill” categories.

They were: Ability to verbally communicate with people inside and outside the organization; ability to work in a team structure; ability to make decisions and solve problems; ability to plan, organize and prioritize work; ability to obtain and process information; ability to analyze quantitative data; ability to create and/or edit written reports; and ability to sell or influence others.

These are the same skills that separate A and B students from the rest of the pack.

Top performers in the classroom “get” the assignment and do it better than just OK. Top performers in the work world are expected to react equally well to assignments but also to be smart, self-starting jugglers of their time and duties, communicate clearly, and get along with co-workers and customers.

Full and Part-time Positions!

SIHO Insurance Services is a regional health insurance carrier providing services covering several states in the central Midwest. SIHO is seeking talented prospects to fill our job openings in a variety of positions and departments.

Come speak with us at the job fair on September 11th at the Clarion Hotel, and discuss your opportunities!

Some of the many jobs available within SIHO include: Entry Level Opportunity • Claims Analyst Member Services Rep • Staff Trainer Fully Insured • IT • Medical Management Provider Load Specialist • Human Resources • Sales/Marketing

PIO inc.

PARTNERS IN OPPORTUNITIES, INC. “We Together Experiencing and Living Life’s Journey”

If you are a self-motivated person that enjoys helping others, then we want you to join our team! Partners In Opportunities, Inc. is hiring for ALL SHIFTS in the Columbus area.

Partners In Opportunities, Inc. is a Social Service Agency throughout Indiana, providing a combination of support and encouragement to persons with developmental disabilities.

Suggested requirements for most positions include: • Possess a passion for customer service.

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).

• General knowledge and understanding of health insurance • Post-secondary education or two years of experience in a related field Call (812) 378-7000 with questions or email hr@siho.org Apply online at siho.hirecentric.com

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No Experience Necessary Requirements for the position include: High School Diploma/ GED, Valid Driver’s License, Automobile Insurance (in your name), Good Driving Record and NO CRIMINAL HISTORY. Please call Roberta at (812) 707-1041 to schedule an interview!

Cover letter should impress reader

By Marvin Walberg Scripps Howard News Service

Ford Myers, author of “Get The Job You Want, Even When No One’s Hiring,” says: “A cover letter is a sales presentation in disguise. It shows a potential employer how you present yourself on paper, and it can make or break your success during any phase of the job search process.”

Myers suggests the following rules of thumb for developing a well-written cover letter: 1. Direct the reader’s attention toward the strongest aspects of your background and qualifications and away from any weaknesses.

2. Customize and personalize your message to each specific company and recipient.

3. Highlight and expand the most relevant facts on your resume.

4. Give new, relevant, customized information that is not included anywhere on your resume.

5. Show that you know the company well, that you’ve done your homework, and that you’re familiar with the challenges and opportunities in their industry — and at their

organization in particular.

“By creating highly personalized and detailed cover letters, you will distinguish yourself from the crowd of other applicants who are sending the standard, boring cover letters that employers receive — and discard — every day,” Myers says.

I would add to his tips: — Avoid including practically everything in your resume. The cover letter introduces both you and your resume, so pay attention to Myer’s third tip.

— Write a new, individualized cover letter for each employer that you contact. Do not use a cookie-cutter, generic letter. You should also personalize each resume specifically for the employer you are contacting. Address your letter using the recipient’s full name and title, even when it’s a friend.

— End each cover letter with a “call for action,” such as, “I will contact you in a few days to ask for a mutually convenient time to meet in person.” Do not say, “I look forward to hearing from you.” Be proactive, selling yourself and asking for action on the part of the employer.

CL isTech Inc. hiring for the following positions:

• Press Operators • CNC Lathe Operators • Set-Up Technicians CNC positions available range from entry level to set-up technician positions.

Company provides entry level training.

Candidates with experience on 2 & 3 axis lathes with Okuma, Fanuc & Haas controllers preferred.

Job duties include tooling maintenance, ability to use micrometers, offset adjustments, inprocess inspection & process improvement.

We currently have openings on First, Second & Weekend shift, with overtime available.

C L Tech offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package.

Come see us at The Republic Career Fair at the Clarion on Sept. 11, 2013 from Noon to 5pm Career Fair 2013 13

Q&A: How to gain an edge in the job hunt

By Susan Tompor Detroit Free Press

Just the thought of hunting for a job might put some on edge. The Detroit Free Press asked four experts for their best advice and summarized their answers, highlighting a few specific responses.

QUESTION: How much time can it take to find a job?

ANSWER: Much will depend on a variety of factors. Are your skills in demand? Do you have a resume at the ready?

Joseph Genest, an employment service facilitator for Michigan Works, a workforce-development agency, said it can take a month to prepare a solid resume and other paperwork.

He wants to see more people attend free workshops at his office, such as a social media seminar and a job fair boot camp.

Q: What’s the biggest mistake people make with a job hunt?

A: Emailing the exact same resume

to 10 or 20 employers.

Customize what your resume says for each job, said Chad Austin, job placement officer at Henry Ford Community College in Dearborn, Mich. A resume must mention your exact qualifications and certifications for specific openings, he said.

Some employers hire third parties to sift through resumes, and they may be looking for six or so key words, Genest said. If the words don’t show up, your resume hits the trash. Job experts recommend researching wording for qualifications at www.onetonline.org.

Q: What are some things to consider about creating an image online?

A: Make sure to be active on

LinkedIn. Ford Motor Co. is expanding use of social media to recruit techsavvy workers.

LinkedIn is viewed as a standard tool now. “If you’re not there, it’s like I can’t find you,” said Liran Kotzer, founder and CEO of DoNanza.com, which aggregates freelance jobs for graphic designers, writers, those with experience in social media and video, and others. Kotzer said individuals also should write a blog about their own expertise.

Many know they should be careful

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about their images on Facebook and Twitter. But what’s one key tip?

“Don’t tell anything bad on your past bosses,” Kotzer said. A company isn’t going to want to hire you if they see you said something negative about a past employer — even if it’s true.

Q: What about the interview? Any tricks to know?

A: Some interviewers start out by

asking: “Tell me a little about yourself.”

Genest warns this can be a trick question for you to open up about troubles. It’s not the time to answer: “I’m a single mother with two children in school,” or, “I’ve been sick and out of work for one year.”

Instead, Genest said, talk immediately about your skills for that specific job.

Q: Where do you look for work?

A: Too often people might put all

their luck on one strategy — say, asking families and friends to let them know about job openings, the experts say. Be diverse. File applications online. Go to job fairs. Consider how your skills can transfer to other businesses.

Austin said career fairs are more about making a connection with someone in the company. Take the manager’s business card, jot down details about the conversation, send a letter to the person. It’s OK to apply for the job online, but mention meeting a representative for that company.

Q: What’s a pitfall of looking online for work?

A: “The biggest pitfall we have

found is unsuspecting or desperate job seekers who are charged a fee for a list of jobs that they could have found free,” said Pamela Moore, president and CEO of Detroit Employment Solutions, a Michigan Works agency and the administrative and fiscal agent responsible for workforce programs for Detroit. Another pitfall is job sites that require you to subscribe to something or have you sign up to take classes you don’t need.

Q: Does the employment picture seem a little easier than a year or two ago?

A: Definitely, experts said. “It’s not the Wild West of hiring right now,” Austin said. “But it’s definitely showing growth.”

What to do if you get an on-the-spot offer

By Marvin Walberg Scripps Howard News Service

If you are fortunate enough to be offered a job on the spot, here’s a list of things to consider, compliments of David Janowsky, manager of the business development division for accounting and finance contract staffing at recruitment firm WinterWyman.

• If it is your dream job, say yes, but get all the information. Make sure you have all the information in reference to compensation, and if it is a permanent position, all the benefit information.

• Sleep on it, but communicate your interest. If possible, ask if you can take the night or a couple of days before you respond. Thank the person who has extended the offer and let him know that you need to consult with your spouse/ partner or mentor. Your response should be one of excitement, but also show this is an important decision and you want time to digest the information.

• Be ready for the “Why?” Be prepared that the person extending you the job offer will ask you why you are not accepting on the spot. They are excited about you as a member of the team,

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which is why you were given the offer. If you are waiting on another offer, or are hoping to discuss more compensation, you will definitely want time. Thank the person for the opportunity and let him know that because you are in an active job search, there are a few things still pending.

The hiring manager wants a professional who, when he/she commits to accepting an offer, is engaged, excited and ready to make an impact.

• If relocation is part of the offer, get all the details.

If you have to move for a role, make sure you get the correct timelines and expectations for the start date. Will you get relocation assistance?

Will the company put you into a furnished residence while you are in the process of moving?

Can you work remotely for some of the time after your start date to help get up to speed while simultaneously planning your move?

Clarifying expectations at the time of the offer is important. And moving is a perfectly acceptable reason to ask for more time if you are given an offer on the spot. Taking a new job is stressful enough, but moving yourself or your family can be an added stress; it is important to work out the details and expectations first.

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How to prepare for a background check by a potential employer

By Scott J. Wilson Los Angeles Times (MCT)

If you’re applying for a corporate job, there’s a good chance your potential employer will run a background check on you. Here are tips for how to prepare: — Credit reports: As early in the process as possible, get copies of your credit reports from the three major agencies. Look for errors or charges you dispute, and then contact the credit bureau or creditors to get matters resolved before your prospective employer sees the charges.

— Do it yourself: Search for yourself online. Clean up your pages on Facebook and other social networking sites to remove items that may not reflect well on you. If there are unflattering references elsewhere, contact the website owners to request that they be removed.

— Alert friends and associates: If you think your prospective employer may be contacting people you know, give them a heads up. “This helps avoid suspicion and alerts you to possible problems,” said the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse, a nonprofit information and advocacy group in San Diego.

— Pay for your own: If you’re wondering what a background check might unearth, pay a professional to have one done on you. There are numerous companies that do the checks. If you can, get a recommendation from a corporate executive whose firm has had a good experience with a background checker.

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Take advantage of internal referrals

By Diane Stafford The Kansas City Star

It’s hard to job-hunt alone.

You can click your computer mouse for hours on end, but your applications will have trouble fighting through the competition clutter.

Unless you have contacts in your target companies who will recommend you.

I recently was on a panel with three employers who agreed that internal referrals are excellent vehicles to obtain interviews.

Hiring is time-consuming and expensive. Employers have found they cut time and costs — and zero in on better candidates — if they pay attention to people referred by their existing employees.

A study by economists at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York found that referred candidates were twice as likely to get interviews and 40 percent more likely to be hired than candidates without inside advo-

cates.

Some of the nation’s largest companies even have special teams to fasttrack internally referred candidates through the hiring system.

Admittedly, this can be troublesome for job hunters who have been unemployed for a long while or who are changing careers and don’t know people in their target field or company.

But it’s not an insurmountable problem if you remember the first sentence of this column. You may not think you know someone who can help you, but you might be surprised whom you can find.

Use that “six degrees of separation” idea. Use LinkedIn. Use professional association meetings to find people in your target area. Use the mutual help available in job clubs. Make it part of your job hunt to get to know people where you want to work.

You might be surprised how eager some employees will be to help you.

Many employers offer employee incentives to recommend candidates.

Many give referral bonuses and other perks to employees who suggested a successful hire.

Those incentives can range from a chance to win a movie ticket to several hundred dollars if the recommended candidate is hired and performs well after 90 or so days on the job.

It’s a win-win-win that works.

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Build that network of business contacts

By Marie Stempinski Tampa Bay Times

Everyone tells you to network.

They say it’s the best way to find a job, make new business contacts, keep up with business developments and grow your business as you socialize with like-minded people. But how do you do it, and where do you start?

That depends on what you want the networking to do for you.

Are you looking for employment?

Then professional groups in your field of work are always a good bet. Go online and check out the local chapter of these groups in your area. Some have face-to-face meetings where you can network, listen to speakers and even receive continuing education credits.

Many associations are geared for groups within a group, such as the National Association of Black

Accountants. There are also clubs and associations dedicated to furthering the goals of businesswomen, such as Business and Professional Women and the National Association for Female Executives. There are also professional organizations that educate women about specific careers.

Are you trying to build your business and make more contacts? Again, try the professional groups. You’ll meet people from outside your dayto-day sphere, and many of them can become valuable resources. You can also benefit from civic organizations like chambers of commerce.

Or you might try referral groups that meet regularly. Members are required to give business referrals to other members. Network Professionals International and BNI are two examples. You’ll meet people who will refer to you, to whom you can refer and

with whom you can collaborate.

Want to keep up with what’s going on in your community? Join your local chamber, or become a member of a civic organization like Rotary, the Jaycees, Optimist and Kiwanis.

Most of these groups meet regularly and feature speakers who will discuss interesting and current topics, and all of them sponsor some type of charity or community-service project you can take part in.

Just hoping to find new opportunities by socializing with like-minded people? Choose your category. There are religious groups, hobby clubs, sports groups, alumni organizations

— the list is endless. People in these clubs will open your eyes to new concepts; you can bounce off ideas and generally have fun.

Choose the type of networking group or club that you think is best for you and go to a few meetings. If that doesn’t suit you, try another. In today’s business environment, networking is invaluable.

Remember: It’s not just what you know, it’s who you know and who knows about you.

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New hires expected to perform from Day 1

By Diane Stafford The Kansas City Star (MCT)

New on the job? You don’t have 90 days to make an impression. You don’t have a slow ramp-up time. You are expected to hit the ground running.

At a recent meeting of hiring officials from some big Kansas City-area companies, Bob Roper made points that some workers need to hear.

Roper, human resources director at Citywide Maintenance, has watched uncounted new employees come on board — and then seen many fail to succeed within just a few weeks on the job.

“I like to think of the acronym CAP, for conduct, attendance and performance,” Roper said. “You have to quickly show your commitment to the work through all three.”

Every workplace, he said, has its distinct “hot buttons” or priorities. New hires need to rapidly understand what those are.

Some companies, for example, expect perfect attendance for anyone new on the job. In places like that, you won’t be thought well of if you ask for a long weekend off

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to attend a wedding just a few weeks after being hired. Sure, illness and emergencies happen, but new employees need to be cautious about time off requests.

Other workplaces put strong priority on conduct. How polite or formal are in-office relationships? What are the standards for using email or office phones for personal business? How do people handle interruptions when they’re busy? How do people dress?

Roper said new hires need to watch carefully to see how co-workers act and interact.

The boss or other respected people in the workplace set standards that need to be emulated to fit in.

Job performance is, of course, the No. 1 way that new hires are evaluated. In some jobs, showing up comes first; you can’t perform if you’re not at work.

In other jobs, the work product will speak for itself. New hires must meet productivity and quality expectations, whether working on their laptops in a coffeehouse or at home.

Bottom line: Don’t take a job if you’re not up to meeting the requirements.

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Exhibit behaviors that will impress others

By Marvin Walberg Scripps Howard News Service

Mark Hopkins is a venture capitalist and the author of ‘Shortcut to Prosperity,’ which identifies successful entrepreneurial habits.

He recounts an anecdote about a young man he encountered on a hot afternoon in Boulder, Colo.

“Boulder is the unofficial cycling capital of the country, and many of us get a ride in at the end of the workday. Driving home one hot afternoon I encountered a young man who had flatted and was walking his bike in his socks. I pulled over and told him to throw his bike in the back and hop in.

“As we were driving to his apartment, I was amazed by his mood.

Most people in his position would be whining, but this guy was smiling and talking about what a great day it was.

“Small talk turned to employers.

He asked about my employer, listening intently as I described what our company did, and asking insightful

questions about the product.

“In 15 minutes, Dave’s optimism, interest in my business and winning attitude won me over. I didn’t hire him on the spot, but I did refer him to my production manager with a good

recommendation. He got the job.”

It pays to model some specific behaviors when you get the chance to interact with someone in a position to help you.

Exhibit behaviors that cause people

to think about you when they need help. And why would they? Because you make them feel good and you solve their problems.

1. Become a “can-do” problem solver.

People gravitate toward (and promote) the person who has never seen a problem that couldn’t be solved.

2. Go all in. It is clear when someone is fully committed to a cause, company or person, and that commitment is extremely attractive.

3. Be a world-class listener. Integrate what you hear with your own life experience and see what you can add to the mix.

4. Be upbeat, engaging, open: Be the person that everyone is always happy to see.

5. Strive for humility: It’s enjoyable to be around the confident but modest professional whose performance makes it clear that she is the real deal.

Adopt these behaviors and you will earn a spot at the table.

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What to say when you don’t have experience

By Marvin Walberg Scripps Howard News Service

Resume writing is about as much fun as having a root canal, especially when you’re just out of school and have no professional experience to speak of.

According to a report by the job search site CareerCast.com, there are ways you can help your resume stand out and make yourself look like a budding professional.

First, use your email address as a marketing tool. Create an address that speaks to your professional identity and expertise — SystemAnalyst@hotmail. com, for example.

Highlight your target job title. Place a target job title at the top of your resume, such as Web Designer, immediately after your contact information.

That title will focus an interviewer’s attention on information relevant to the job you’re applying for.

Replace “career objective” with “performance summary.” Follow your target job title with a summary that

addresses the skills you have to offer as they relate to the employer’s needs.

Or write three to six lines that speak of your desire for the opportunity to do this work and how your education has prepared you to do it.

Make the best use of valuable resume real estate. Search engines invariably give a higher ranking to the placement and frequency of the most important keywords. Words at the top of a resume have more importance than words at the end, and careful keyword repetition also improves visibility. A “professional skills” section places your most critical information at the top to make your resume more accessible to the overworked and distracted recruiter.

Emphasize your professional experience. Paid jobs, internships and volunteer work can all qualify as relevant work experience for an entry-level professional — and they create searchable keywords. Be sure to include company names and employment dates for each job you’ve held.

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Stay in the game for a successful job search

By Marvin Walberg Scripps Howard News Service

Suppose you are 5 feet 9 inches tall and weigh about 180 pounds, and you are dribbling the basketball down the court full speed, going for a lay-up, when all of a sudden you see LeBron James of the Miami Heat coming up in front of you.

He’s 6-feet, 8-inches tall and weighs about 260 pounds. What do you do? If you’re 5-foot9-inch Nate Robinson of the Chicago Bulls, you give James a head fake and go around him or pull up and shoot the ball, softly, right over his head. You find a way to score.

Robinson has been told since middle school that he’s too short for basketball, but he always believed in himself. He simply kept on pushing forward, proving to everyone else that they were wrong and he could make a dif-

ference.

And although he is a thirdstring guard for the Bulls, when the injured list got so long, he was asked to start in the playoffs.

If you are a basketball fan, you know he made a difference.

His experience has a message for job seekers: Know your strengths and weaknesses. Build your strengths daily and continue improving your weaknesses.

Stay physically and mentally strong, look your best and never stop believing in yourself. When you get rejected, and you will, do some mental push-ups.

Continue working on your skill sets and stay in the game. Prove yourself — there is an employer out there who will benefit from your knowledge and work ethic.

Do what Robinson his done his entire life. As always, do what others fail to do.

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Nate Robinson goes up for a dunk over former champion Spud Webb in the slam dunk competition during an NBA All-Star Weekend.

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Don’t overindulge at dinner interview

By Darrell Smith Sacramento Bee

Good news. You’ve made it to the dinner interview with the company’s boss.

Want to make sure that good news doesn’t become a Dear John letter?

Think twice about the wine list.

An academic study by researchers at the University of Michigan and University of Pennsylvania links a job candidate’s beverage choice to perceived intelligence and hireability.

Scott Rick of the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business and Maurice Schweitzer at Penn’s Wharton School of Business call the perception “imbibing idiot bias.”

The study, “The Imbibing Idiot Bias: Consuming Alcohol Can Be Hazardous to Your (Perceived) Intelligence,” appeared in the Journal of Consumer Psychology.

The conclusion: Job candidates who ordered wine during dinner interviews were seen by prospective

employers as less bright and not as hireable as those who chose a soft drink with their meal.

But Rick’s research showed job candidates often thought the opposite.

From the study: “Prospective candidates believe that ordering wine rather

than soda will help them appear more intelligent.”

To drink or not to drink is the question, and employment experts weighed in on both sides of the issue.

Those in the dry camp say perceptions — right or wrong — matter too

much, that the risks are too great to chance a drink.

“We always recommend candidates take the nonalcoholic choice. It’s such a black-and-white issue for us,” said Jess Bushey, market director at Roth Staffing Companies in Sacramento.

“Too much can go wrong and too little can go right.”

But others say the issue is not so clear-cut.

Nia Mujadadi, a human resource manager at Google, said a candidate should feel comfortable following the interviewer’s lead.

“At the end of the day, it depends on the culture of the company,” Mujadadi said.

Terri Carpenter of the Sacramento Employment and Training Agency said job candidates should steer clear of the strong stuff.

“Perception is the most important thing to remember — it has nothing to do with intelligence,” Carpenter said. “You’re there to be professional.”

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