Blog Post: That all important first impression for Job Seeking

Your first impression is something you can't get back. Make it your best impression. Whether you are submitting your resume, filling out an application in the lobby or in front of the hiring manager for that all important interview:

• When sending out your resume ensure your contact information is correct! This may sound silly but the number of resumes received with incorrect phone numbers and emails is amazing. Don't waste your big chance.
• When filling out an application do it neatly and completely. List of phone numbers, dates, contact phone/emails of references and ensure its accurate. This is important don't make it hard for the recruiter to hire you.
• Dressing well, clean unrumpled whether you're picking up an application to fill out, at a job fair or in an actual interview.
• When answering your phone either via message or directly, answer it professionally. If that recruiter calls and your message answers with a funky song or someone answering that can't speak English or take a message they may hang up!

These are just a few simple tips that will make all the difference in your job seeking experience. You have that one chance, make the most of it!  For more information check out our website at www.smsicorp.com