| Be sure to check out any career fairs that are in your | | | | about current and emerging trends. |
| area and open to the public. And, make sure you're | | | | Tip #2 |
| prepared in advance. Think you're ready? | | | | You've got your list of employers and know what |
| Not so fast. It's not just about dressing for success | | | | industries they're in - now what? Well, you can find |
| and having a great resume. Being prepared for the | | | | some of the info mentioned above at America's |
| next career fair involves some research. You'll want to | | | | Career InfoNet, ( Select the Industry Information tab |
| give yourself some time to check out industries and | | | | and you'll have access to an industry profile, trends, |
| employers of interest (who will be in attendance at the | | | | projections, growth rates, skills in demand, and more. |
| event) so you can do some background work prior to | | | | Tip #3 |
| attending. | | | | You will want to research companies individually and to |
| You don't want to waste your time at booths of | | | | do that, you can check out their web sites to start. |
| employers with jobs you're not interested in or with | | | | You'll get basic info on company history, new initiatives, |
| companies experiencing financial difficulties, planning | | | | and maybe some financials. For a deeper look at the |
| major outsourcing initiatives, or even worse intentions | | | | company, use the internet and search for news |
| of selling off their local sector. Your research will | | | | articles on the company. A search of will give you |
| ensure you know which companies to seek out at | | | | even more insights into companies and particular |
| your next career fair. | | | | industries. |
| Here are three easy tips to get you ready for your | | | | By using these tips, you'll ensure you're reaching out to |
| next career fair: | | | | the right employers at the career fair. You'll have a |
| Tip #1 | | | | good understanding of specific industries and |
| Check up on the guest list and decide which industries | | | | employers, and hopefully you'll avoid any |
| you are qualified to work in and decide which | | | | underperforming companies. |
| employers fit the bill. Develop a list of employers you | | | | As an added bonus you'll be able to speak intelligently |
| want to meet with and get started on some research | | | | about the industry, emerging trends, and any new |
| on your targets. You'll want to find out what has been | | | | initiatives. You'll have a lot to talk about with |
| happening recently within the industry. What challenges | | | | prospective employers and make a great impression! |
| has the industry faced of late? Also, get some ideas | | | | |