School-to-Career Blog 111906
The views expressed here are Chris' and are not necessarily the same as the Wake County Public School System.
Seasonal elves can win steady jobs: Enthusiasm, flexibility and knowledge can earn permanent gig. (PDF 3.6 MB): The News and Observer, November 19, 2006.
Key points from the article.
- Have and express passion for the products.
- Be on time.
- Be flexible with hours and responsibilities.
- Be enthusiastic.
- Be courteous to co-workers, customers and your boss.
- Offer helpful tips to customers. They'll remember you.
- Make it clear that you would like to be considered for a full-time position.
- Finish strong.
Chris' thoughts -
Your first job might be a seasonal or part-time job. But don't despair. Here are some tips to help you turn that seasonal, part-time job into the start of a wonderful career.
Chris writes for the following Blogs:
- Wake County School-to-Career Blog
- Association for Career and Technical Education's (ACTE) New and Related Services Division, School-to-Work/Careers Section (ACTE blog)
- Association for Career and Technical Education's (ACTE) New and Related Services Division, School-to-Work/Careers Section (ACTE blog) (alternate view)
- Wake County Public School System's Morning Announcements (WCPSS blog)
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