Dawson is hiring for 200+ jobs in Columbus! 

We will be having OPEN INTERVIEWS:

Thursday and Friday (23^rd and 24^th) 9am-3pm

All next week (February 27^th-March 1^st) 9am-5pm

Please stop by our Olentangy office and talk with a recruiter about your next career move!

The question of “what is appropriate to wear to an interview” is one asked by every type of job seeker (young and old) and it’s important to pay attention to detail.  Whether you’re interviewing at a CPA firm or an ad agency that wears jeans every day, it’s important to overdress for your main entrance. 

Let’s start at the top, shall we?

Hair

Women – If your hair is down, make sure it’s brushed, styled and obvious that you showered.  If the hair is up, avoid the “messy look” and make the hairspray your friend; take that extra 5 to impress your interviewer.

Men – Make sure you have a fresh haircut or be sure those longer locks are styled to perfection. 

 

Clothing

Ladies & Gentlemen – All clothing should be fitted, ironed, tucked in (if the style calls for it) and of proper length.  Ladies, nothing too low-cut either; let’s keep it professional!

I’m not saying you have to throw on a suit, but make sure what you are wearing looks its best.  Taking time on...

Whether you’re a first time job seeker or deep into your career, it helps to “refresh” our brains of the basics when it comes to interviewing for a job.  Some tips?

Arrival:  Show up to your interview 5-10 minutes early.  Anything more or less than this is running the risk of looking too eager or unorganized.

Cell Phones/Pagers/Laptops:  Doesn’t matter if you’re in your interview or sitting in the lobby, you are not to pay attention to any technology.  Silence (better yet, turn off) all of your gadgets before you even enter the building.  You can be unconnected from the outside world and commit your time to your interviewer…they are doing the same for you!

Beverage in Hand: Do not (I repeat, do not) bring your morning java into an interview.  First off, it’s distracting and second, If you can’t part with your daily jolt for an interview, what does that say about your priorities?  Actions speak louder than words…food for thought.

Eye Contact: Be confident, but not cocky.  Maintaining...

With a new year comes new goals, promises and lifestyle changes.  If a new job is on your list, then keep reading!

Here is what each of our divisions is hiring for today:

 

Office – Office Assistant, Customer Service, Administrative Assistant, Marketing Director, Workforce Management and Executive Admin

Industrial – Machine Operator, Forklift Driver, Operations Manager, Pick/Pack, General Warehouse and General Labor

IT – Oracle DBA, Jr .NET Developers (C#, ASP .NET) and Helpdesk

Accounting & Finance – Recruiter for Internal Hire, Auditor, Staff Accountant and Billing Coordinator

Creative – Account Manager, Sr. Web Designer, PowerPoint Guru and E-Marketing/Internet Manager

Call Center – Outbound, Bilingual, German and Collections

 

Make sure to follow us on Twitter for daily updates on each of our divisions! 

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These may seem like simple and obvious suggestions, but sometimes going back to basics can help remind us what our original goal was…to get a job!

-Always bring multiple copies of your resume to an interview.  Not only will the person conducting your interview need one, but if you meet with more than one person in the company, it’s good for them to have their own personal copy as well.  Remember, the goal of an interview is to be remembered and to stick out!

-A cover letter isn’t always necessary for a job application, but having one in your back pocket is a good call.  Applying to jobs (especially online) is time consuming and you don’t want to push the “pause button” due to not having a cover letter ready and waiting!

-References: Have them, let the person know you’re listing them and make sure their contact information is up-to-date.  That is all.

-Thank you cards: this gesture is still powerful.  Handwritten cards are good, but leaving the interview and putting them in the mail...

Interview Tips - Asking Questions

Be prepared to ask questions of the hiring manager during the interview that are based on your research of the company and industry. Insightful and pertinent questions will demonstrate that you've done your homework and that you're serious about the position. And your questions will help both of you determine if you are the right match for the job. A good idea is to review the website prior to your interview. Know what questions NOT to ask. Don't inquire about salary, vacation time, PTO, benefits, working remotely, or your office space at the first interview. These questions are appropriate only after the hiring manager has expressed serious interest in offering you the position. Here are some questions you might ask:

·         What would I be expected to accomplish in this role?

·         What is the current status of the project/assignment?

·         What are the greatest challenges in this position?

·         How do you think...

The “craziness” of the Holidays is upon us and Dawson is right there with you! 

We have a lot of positions open with the best of the best in Columbus.  The typical phrase of “this is the worst time to job search” may be true, but Dawson must be ahead of the game, because our clients are hiring and hiring fast!

Stay on top of what we are hiring for by following us on Twitter or “Like” us on Facebook.

Connect with us!  Chances are, we have something you’re interested in!

A new year is soon to be upon us and it’s only natural to think how 2012 is going to be unlike any other.  Setting goals, coming up with New Year’s resolutions and promising that things will be “different” this year is all a part of the game.  Fair enough, but does this also apply to your job search?  Are you going into 2012 with a new attitude towards your career goals?

If so, make sure Dawson is one of your first phone calls.  We don’t just have seasonal jobs this time of year, but career opportunities that could be perfect for you.  With all of our divisions, around the clock recruiting efforts and dedicated Columbus clients, I have no doubt we can help you make your next move!

Contact us at any point, in any way and at any time!

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As we enter into the Holiday season, Dawson is not slowing down!  We are hiring for several jobs in Columbus and here they are!

IT – Jr. C#.NET Developer, PHP Developer, Perl Developer & Frontend Web Developer

ACCOUTING – Financial Analyst, Compensation Analyst, SEC Reporting Analyst and Billing Manager

CREATIVE – Marketing Art Director and Mobile App Designer

OFFICE – Bilingual Collections, German Customer Service Rep, Italian Customer Service Rep, Call Center Manager, Office Assistant and Print Press Operator

CALL CENTER – Collections, Telemarketing and Outbound

INDUSTRIAL – Pick/Pack, General Labor, Voice Pick, Material Handler, Forklift and Machine Operator

Visit our Industrial Division at Madison Works this Wednesday to talk with a recruiter!

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