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In This Issue:
How to Check on the Status of Your Job Application
1
Financial Coaching for Veterans Workshop
2
Need Some Sprucing Up for an Upcoming Interview?
2
Hiring Event for UCP
2
Northern New York Fact
2
Workshops
2
The WorkPlace office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/ Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.
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How to Check on the Status of Your Job Application When you're job-searching, waiting to hear back from an employer can be agonizing. Are you still being considered? When should you expect to hear from them, if ever? Is it OK to check in and ask? While in general it's best not to nag employers to respond to you, there are times when it's OK to check in and see where your application stands. The rules are different, though, depending on whether you've simply submitted an application or you've been interviewed. After You Submit Your Application It can be tempting to contact the employer after you've submitted your application and ask where things stand. But while it's an understandable question, it's best to resist the temptation to ask, at least for a while. Once you've submitted an application, the ball is in the employer's court. It might take them a while to sort through applications (and they may not even start that process until weeks after you sent yours in), but they'll get in touch if they want to talk with you. If you absolutely must follow up at this stage, wait at least two weeks after applying, and then send a short email saying something like this: "I recently applied for your __ position, and I just wanted to reiterate my strong interest. I think it might be a great match, and I'd love to talk with you about it when you're ready to begin scheduling interviews." Note that you're not asking for a response—you're simply highlighting your interest. That's because most employers don't like to field follow-up questions before they've even decided if you're a strong candidate, and it's not good to annoy employers at this stage. Note, too, that you should use email for this rather than calling, for the same reason. If a month has passed and you haven't heard anything, assume that you're not being considered and mentally move on. It's still possible that the employer might contact you, but you're better off not agonizing about it and instead putting it out of your mind. After a Job Interview The first thing to do is to realize that it may take a while to hear something after your interview, even if you felt like you had momentum. Hiring often takes much longer than applicants expect— and even longer than the employers themselves expect, and employers are notorious for leaving applicants hanging after interviews.
April’s Quote: “It is better to learn late than never.” - Publilius Syrus
The best thing you can do is to end your interview by asking what the employer's timeline is for next steps. If you do that and that time passes, then you have a perfect opening to follow up with a quick email, explaining that you remain very interested in the job and asking if they have an updated timeline. Continued on next page
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The WorkPlace Today
April 2017
Financial Coaching for Veterans
“How to Check on…” continued But if you didn't remember to ask that at the end of your interview, then within a week or two of your last contact, it's fine to send a short email asking when they're likely to move forward with next steps.
Need some sprucing up for an upcoming interview? Free haircuts for men, women, and children at your Watertown Urban Mission, April 12th, 1:00-4:00pm! Appointment required call ahead to schedule:
Presenter: Steven C. Schanely, ChFC, CLU, ChFEBC, CLTC CFPB Financial Coach (315) 786-3669 [email protected] Subject: ASSESSING YOUR SITUATION IN WATERTOWN: Date: April 6, 2017 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Location: Vet Center 210 Court St., Ste. 20 Watertown, NY 13601 (315) 782-5479
315-782-8440 Finally Fresh Barbershop is donating this service for the community!
Northern New York Fact
Hiring Event for UCP
From jeffco.wikispaces.com
Upstate Cerebral Palsy Association is looking for full and part time counselors at residences in Lowville, Lyons Falls, and Boonville. Open interviews will be held April 3rd and April 11th from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Lewis County WorkPlace, 5274 Outer Stowe Street, Lowville. Be sure to bring copies of your resume and dress for an interview!
In 1908 the Patron’s Cheese Factory (later the Brownville Cheese Factory) was created in Brownville, NY. After sixty-one years of operation the Brownville Cheese Factory closed due to the high cost of labor and supplies as well as upcoming state laws which would have made it too expensive to run. In 1899 there were 145 cheese factories in Jefferson County but by the time this cheese factory closed it was the last.
Workshops The WorkPlace is pleased to announce the continuance of a series of workshops and assistance. All are free to the public but space is very limited. Visit us at 1000 Coffeen Street or call (315) 782-9252 (TTY 782-8093) to enroll. Resume Writing Lab will be held Apr il 10th and 17th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. This is a hands-on workshop that will teach you how to build a relevant resume and tailor the information to your choice of occupation. You can use one of our computers or bring your own laptop (free Wi-Fi available) and we will have staff on-hand to assist our participants! Interviewing Skills is scheduled for Apr il 3r d fr om 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Brush up on your interviewing skills, including behavior, attire, and what questions to expect. Learn about the kinds of interviews employers use, and how to successfully navigate them.
We’ll offer the State and Local Employment workshop on April 21st from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Learn all about how to locate and apply to civil service and other opportunities with state and local governments.
In Lowville The WorkPlace in Lowville will be offering workshops as well. To reserve a space for a workshop in the Lowville office, be sure to call (315) 376-5800, or visit the office at 5274 Outer Stowe Street, Lowville. Resume Writing will be held in Lowville on April 12th and 26th from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and will cover the basics of resume writing, different types of resumes, and the elements of an effective resume.
“Like” us on Facebook! We’re on Twitter! @jefflewisworks
In This Issue:
How to Check on the Status of Your Job Application
1
Financial Coaching for Veterans Workshop
2
Need Some Sprucing Up for an Upcoming Interview?
2
Hiring Event for UCP
2
Northern New York Fact
2
Workshops
2
The WorkPlace office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/ Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.
The WorkPlace 1000 Coffeen Street, Watertown, NY 13601 Phone: 315-782-9252 • TTY: 315-782-8093 • Fax: 315-782-2073 or 315-786-7665 E-mail: [email protected] www.facebook.com/JeffLewisWorkPlace www.linkedin.com/company/the-workplace twitter.com/jefflewisworks
How to Check on the Status of Your Job Application When you're job-searching, waiting to hear back from an employer can be agonizing. Are you still being considered? When should you expect to hear from them, if ever? Is it OK to check in and ask? While in general it's best not to nag employers to respond to you, there are times when it's OK to check in and see where your application stands. The rules are different, though, depending on whether you've simply submitted an application or you've been interviewed. After You Submit Your Application It can be tempting to contact the employer after you've submitted your application and ask where things stand. But while it's an understandable question, it's best to resist the temptation to ask, at least for a while. Once you've submitted an application, the ball is in the employer's court. It might take them a while to sort through applications (and they may not even start that process until weeks after you sent yours in), but they'll get in touch if they want to talk with you. If you absolutely must follow up at this stage, wait at least two weeks after applying, and then send a short email saying something like this: "I recently applied for your __ position, and I just wanted to reiterate my strong interest. I think it might be a great match, and I'd love to talk with you about it when you're ready to begin scheduling interviews." Note that you're not asking for a response—you're simply highlighting your interest. That's because most employers don't like to field follow-up questions before they've even decided if you're a strong candidate, and it's not good to annoy employers at this stage. Note, too, that you should use email for this rather than calling, for the same reason. If a month has passed and you haven't heard anything, assume that you're not being considered and mentally move on. It's still possible that the employer might contact you, but you're better off not agonizing about it and instead putting it out of your mind. After a Job Interview The first thing to do is to realize that it may take a while to hear something after your interview, even if you felt like you had momentum. Hiring often takes much longer than applicants expect— and even longer than the employers themselves expect, and employers are notorious for leaving applicants hanging after interviews.
April’s Quote: “It is better to learn late than never.” - Publilius Syrus
The best thing you can do is to end your interview by asking what the employer's timeline is for next steps. If you do that and that time passes, then you have a perfect opening to follow up with a quick email, explaining that you remain very interested in the job and asking if they have an updated timeline. Continued on next page
Page 2
The WorkPlace Today
April 2017
Financial Coaching for Veterans
“How to Check on…” continued But if you didn't remember to ask that at the end of your interview, then within a week or two of your last contact, it's fine to send a short email asking when they're likely to move forward with next steps.
Need some sprucing up for an upcoming interview? Free haircuts for men, women, and children at your Watertown Urban Mission, April 12th, 1:00-4:00pm! Appointment required call ahead to schedule:
Presenter: Steven C. Schanely, ChFC, CLU, ChFEBC, CLTC CFPB Financial Coach (315) 786-3669 [email protected] Subject: ASSESSING YOUR SITUATION IN WATERTOWN: Date: April 6, 2017 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Location: Vet Center 210 Court St., Ste. 20 Watertown, NY 13601 (315) 782-5479
315-782-8440 Finally Fresh Barbershop is donating this service for the community!
Northern New York Fact
Hiring Event for UCP
From jeffco.wikispaces.com
Upstate Cerebral Palsy Association is looking for full and part time counselors at residences in Lowville, Lyons Falls, and Boonville. Open interviews will be held April 3rd and April 11th from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Lewis County WorkPlace, 5274 Outer Stowe Street, Lowville. Be sure to bring copies of your resume and dress for an interview!
In 1908 the Patron’s Cheese Factory (later the Brownville Cheese Factory) was created in Brownville, NY. After sixty-one years of operation the Brownville Cheese Factory closed due to the high cost of labor and supplies as well as upcoming state laws which would have made it too expensive to run. In 1899 there were 145 cheese factories in Jefferson County but by the time this cheese factory closed it was the last.
Workshops The WorkPlace is pleased to announce the continuance of a series of workshops and assistance. All are free to the public but space is very limited. Visit us at 1000 Coffeen Street or call (315) 782-9252 (TTY 782-8093) to enroll. Resume Writing Lab will be held Apr il 10th and 17th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. This is a hands-on workshop that will teach you how to build a relevant resume and tailor the information to your choice of occupation. You can use one of our computers or bring your own laptop (free Wi-Fi available) and we will have staff on-hand to assist our participants! Interviewing Skills is scheduled for Apr il 3r d fr om 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Brush up on your interviewing skills, including behavior, attire, and what questions to expect. Learn about the kinds of interviews employers use, and how to successfully navigate them.
We’ll offer the State and Local Employment workshop on April 21st from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Learn all about how to locate and apply to civil service and other opportunities with state and local governments.
In Lowville The WorkPlace in Lowville will be offering workshops as well. To reserve a space for a workshop in the Lowville office, be sure to call (315) 376-5800, or visit the office at 5274 Outer Stowe Street, Lowville. Resume Writing will be held in Lowville on April 12th and 26th from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and will cover the basics of resume writing, different types of resumes, and the elements of an effective resume.
