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!

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...

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...

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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There are several Job Fairs happening this month and if you’re a job seeker, I think you should be in the know.  I’ll tell you where, when and why you should be there!

10/12 – Job Alert Career Expo: Ohio Historical Society, 10am-4pm

10/13 – Job Fair: Marion Franklin Community Center, 9:30am-2pm

10/13 – Open House: Dawson, 9am-2pm

10/19 – ABC 6 Job Boot Camp: Vets Memorial, 11am-4pm

10/21 – Wal-Mart Job Fair: Reynoldsburg Wal-Mart parking lot, 10am-2pm

10/27 – Job Expo: The King Arts Complex, 9:30am-2pm

 

Dawson will be at each one of these job fairs representing ALL of our divisions.  We are here, ready and happy to help the job seekers of Columbus find their next career path!

 

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Are you a qualified job seeker looking for a career?  Where can we find you?

Dawson advertises on the usual job boards, we have twitter, our Facbook page, blog, etc.  Are we missing anything?

Where do you search for jobs?   What catches your eye while you’re looking for your next position?

Let us know where we can find you!

If you’re interviewing for the first time out of college or deep into your career, being prepared for an interview is key to landing your dream job! 

Here are some questions that might help get the “juices flowing” before walking into an interview:

 

1.       Can you tell me about a situation that really tested your patience?

 

2.       When was the last time that you tried a new idea to improve your work performance?

 

3.       When you have worked on a team, and your role was crucial, what was that role? In what way was this team effort different or similar to working on your own?

 

4.       Can you tell me about a time when you did something extra, which was not part of your routine activities assigned to you?

 

5.       Explain a recent mistake.  What did you learn from it and in what areas can you utilize that knowledge in the future?

 

What other questions have you come across in past interviews??

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