Job Interviews

Job interviews are your chance to show what you have to offer to potential employers. It is important to prepare before each interview.
Task 1:
Listen to this mock job interview; list all the Dos and Don'ts which the interviewer has mentioned. Click here to listen to it.
Do be sure to dress appropriately for your interview
Do give a firm but not bone-crushing handshake
Don't forget make eye contact and smile
This isn't a license to tell your life story
Rather use this as an opportunity to get a concise summary have your career abilities angles 
Don't show your weakness just like personality or character flaws
 Instead focus on areas that can be improved upon overtime
Bring a copy of your resume
Stand up and greet your interviewer
Don't wear too much perfume cologne
Ask for your interviewer business card
Turn off your cell phone

Task 2:

Search the internet to find the 10 most annoying gestures during a job interview.

• Gum chewing
• Avoiding eye contact
• Playing with your pen
• Checking your cellphone
• Nail biting
• Picking at, rubbing, or scratching any part of your body
• Waving your hands while speaking
• Tugging at your cuffs or at the hem of your skirt
• Resting your chin in your hand
• Smiling too much (or not smiling at all)

Task 3:

Telephone interviews can be as stressful as the one-on-one too. Here is another video you will watch to give you some tips for telephone interviewing.

List all the dos and the don't s that the presenter has mention in this video.
Talking about your character ,skills,work history,experiences clearly.
Do some basic research
Copy resume and put it on the table
Speak clearly and slowly
Shouldn't chew gum or eat during the interview.
Thanks the interviewer
Write the thanks mail

Saturday, 7 February 2015

Task 1: Watch this video and answer the following questions.           (Time: 20 min.)

                                  (Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4PlNqgfpTOo#t=50)
1. Complete the blanks of the following statements.
    i). The name of the website is ...www.college.Grad.com............................ and the speaker is ........Brian Krueger................  .
    ii).The speaker asks you to .....review.................. some of the ....top interview............... questions if you are ready for the             interview.
   iii). He asks you not to ...............seems............ that you know the answers but to .......practice................. them.
   iv). He asks you to think through the ............example............ and the ...............stories............ from your experience.
   v).  He says that the easiest way to get through a top interview question is with the behavioural example         that ties .....directly............ or ........indirectly..... to the question.
2. Write meaningful sentences with the following words. ii
    i). toughest          ii). in advance       iii). review         iv). easiest

Task 2: Watch this video and answer the following questions.    (Time: 40 min.)

(Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95lhtBc53f8)

1. Underline the most suitable expressions from a), b) and c) as answers to the following question/s or to complete the following statements.

i). As an answer to the first question, which of the following three that the interviewee does not do?  b

    a) She says that she has five years experience in administration and two years in phone sales.

    b) She focuses much on her personal life, her studies and enthusiasm in travelling.

    c).She says that her strengths lie in advance computer skills and excellent customer service.

ii). According to the second question that the interviewer asks, you should

a

    a)     have researched on the company's history and its products before going to the interview.

    b)  do a research on the company and the job details immediately after the job interview.   

    c)  apologize for not being able to do any research.

iii). According to the interviewer, the interviewee

b

     a)  impressed him by revealing her truly personal weaknesses.

     b)  explained really well her suitability to the role that she had applied for.

     c)  told him her grave personal weakness and then developed from negative to positive.

2. Write briefly the interviewee's responses to the following two questions:
    i). Why did you leave your last job?

 Because my husband got a transfer.We were living in Adelaide and he gonna transfer to Queenslard.

    ii). Can you tell me something about one of your weaknesses please?

I had weakness in math,I getting into workforce found math is actually quite important.So I took the initiative and did some classes.that's really improve my skills in those area,  And now I am really confident and comfortable on the mathematically.

3. Write what you would say (with 50 words) to the following question if you got an interview for your dream  job.

    a)       “Why do you think you are the fittest for this job?”

I believe my key strengths are in excellent skills and I am happy to say that in my past position I actually received some Awards.And I will work industrious in my job.never let you down.I confident that my technology and experience quiet fit this position ,I promise rise the profit of your company.

                                                    

Friday's Assignment

Friday's Assignment

Black History Month

Task 1:

Watch this video and then answer the following questions:

1.    Who is William Hall? Why is it significant to mention him in this video?

He is a first canadian sailor.

Because he is a  first nova scotian and first black to receive the Victoria cross.

2.    Who was the first person to edit a newspaper in North America?

Mary Ann Shadd Cary

3.    Find the meaning of the following words and then put them in sentences of your own:

a.     Contribution

People of African descent have made significant contributions to the development of our great country.

b.    Aspects

Asian have made contributions to many aspects in canadian life

c.     Heritage

There are many historical heritage in China just like Great Wall have been protected by Government .

d.    Ethnic

This affair shows the ethnic discriminate of social

e.     Diverse

There are many type of diverse culture in Canada

Task 2:

February is Black History Month to celebrate the identity and accomplishments of one of Canada's largest ethnic groups. Watch this second video and write what you think about it; don't exceed 50 words.

I think everyone in Canada need to be respected and without any discriminate ,no matter the person's descent is African or Asian or North America, Because everyone has made significant contributions to the country to many aspect. and has difference heritage and culture. Everyone has human rights to be respected.

Task 3:

Request your peers to proofread your work before you publish it.

Make sure to give the credit to the people who edited your work as ''Edited by ....... and ............''

COVER LETTER WRITING

To write a good cover letter, you need to practice how to customize cover letters for different job ads. Below are three different jobs from two different websites.

Task 1:

Create a customized cover letter for each of the following three ads.

Task 2:

Ask two of your classmates to edit your work, and then publish for teacher's feedback.

1.      This is a job ad from Monster.com website for Accounts Receivable.

Administrative Assistant/Accounts Receivable-Payable Clerk 

Join the Young and Dynamic Team!

Tribeca Group is a fast-growing   manufacturer of sportswear  with a focus on branded  promotional products  and corporate sportswear.Located in  North York (Allen Road and Sheppard), we are looking for an entry level Accounts Receivable/ Accounts Payable-Accounting Clerk  with a great attitude,good  phone manner, and proven skills in an office environment. We're looking for that very special person, who is genuinely friendly, and likes working with people . We  require that the Candidate  speak Chinese  orMandarin and communicate with our overseas suppliers. Our client list includes fortune 500 corporations and various Canadian Universities and Colleges.  For more information and to research our Company, please visit our website atwww.tribeca-group.com. We hope to hear from you! keep reading below

We have an immediate entry level  full-time opening for an  entry Level  AP/AR Admin Assistant

The successful candidate will possess:

•  A University or College Education
• Knowledge of the Quickbooks  Accounting Software
• Able to speak Chinese, or Mandarin and communicate with our suppliers overseas
• Strong Communication skills  and a friendly voice manner
•  Extremely  good organizational  skills
•  The ability to work well in a busy environment
•   multi-tasking abilities  and take great pride in “attention to detail”.
• A car to drive to and from work

 We are willing to interview and consider  Graduating  students and offer a great  and friendly training opportunity..  

Interested individuals must submit a Resume and Cover Letter ( mandatory ) by using the apply online button,attention Isaac Soberano .Please reference the Admin AP/AR position in the subject line of the email

 Or Please send us your cover letter and accompanying Resume ASAP toisoberano@tribeca-group.com  and get started to possibly being considered for our immediate opening

Interested applicants can also contact Isaac Soberano directly at 416-398-9800 Extention# 24

Subject:  Accounts Receivable/ Accounts Payable-Accounting Clerk 

February 4,2015

Dear Ms Soberano:

   I am writing to apply the position of   Accounts Receivable/ Accounts Payable-Accounting Clerk ,Which was advertised in the  website at www.tribeca-group.com ,and I would very much to offer you my expertise in the account department.

I have a university degree in Account ,and have knowledge of the Quickbooks Accounting Software.For the past two years ,I have worked as an   Accounts Receivable/ Accounts Payable-Accounting Clerk for ABC firm. I am skilled in communication with person and friendly,I am ability to work well in busy environment.  And I have car drive licence

   I feel that I would be especially qualified to work in the position because of my interest and experience in this field ,As this position requires excellent communication skills, I am confident that my skills and experience would be an asset to your film

I look forward to hearing from you ,and I am available for an interview at your convenience.

                                                                                   Yours sincerely

                                                                                       Woonkei Yeung

2.    Here is another job ad from Workopolis for Legal Assistant.

Large Law Firm, looking to hire a Legal Assistant for their Civil Litigation Department.

This Legal Assistant Position Features:

·        Stability

·        Dynamic Work Environment

·        Great Location

·        Great Pay up to $65K

Responsibilities:

·        Drafting and preparing correspondence

·        Preparing various court forms, pleadings, briefs, accounts, etc...

·        Ad hoc duties as required

Qualifications:

·        Comprehensive understanding of legal terminology and knowledge of rules and regulations

·        Certificate in Legal Administration

·        Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

·        Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

·        High proficiency in MS Office 2010, Hummingbird DMS, Elite and Webview

To apply for this position email your resume to kbryan@appleone.com referencing KB - Legal Admin in the subject line, or call (416) 363-1663. If this position is not exactly what you are looking for, please contact our office directly to discuss your career goals and what you are looking for. Not all positions are advertised, so other suitable positions may be available.
February 4 ,2015
Dear Sir/Madam
   I want to apply the position of  legal assistant  for the Civil Litigation Department ,I would very much like to be considered for the position. I believe I can make a position contribution to your company .
    I have three years work experience of this field ,and comprehensive understanding of legal terminology and knowledge of rules and regulations.And I have strong attention to detail and organizational skills,I have both excellent communication skills at written and verbal.
I am very familiar with MS Office 2010,Hummingbird DMS,Elite and Webview and I think I am a right person for this position,I appreciate your consideration of my credentials and I am available for a personal interview at your convenience.

Sincerely
Woonkei Yeung 

3.    Last one is for Administrative Assistant from the same website.

About Us

Our strength is our people: The candidates we place, the clients we serve. Our team of staffing experts is focused on always providing an exceptional experience for talented candidates and committed clients. That dedication has helped the company remain the number-one staffing supplier to the federal government since 1995. Headquartered in Ottawa, we are a recognized leader in the delivery of recruitment and staffing services in Toronto, Mississauga, North York, Ottawa, Calgary and Vancouver. We place qualified job seekers in contract and permanent positions within the areas of Administrative Support, Accounting, Information Technology and Professional Services.

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Job Description

	Administrative Support to Sales Team
Location:   Downtown Toronto Start Date:   ASAP Position Type:   Temporary Duration:   Temp to Perm Opportunity Number:   2038783	Our Client is looking for a vibrant, self starter to support their sales team. This is a temporary opportunity with the possibility of going permanent for the right candidate! You are the right fit for the role if you can work both independently and apart of a team, have strong problem solving skills, and enjoy working in a fast pace environment. Role and Responsibilities ·        Participate in the pre and post sales contract process, including processing sales contracts and related documents ·        Assist with the preparation of proposal's and opportunities generation ·        Provide in person and over the phone support to the team and clients ·        Utilize the sales systems and tools in order to manage the company contacts, accounts, contracts, etc ·        Process sales contracts and the related documents ·        Other ad hoc admin duties as required Qualifications and Experience ·        Bachelor's degree ·        A minimum of 2 years experience supporting a sales team ·        A background in media/advertising is an asset ·        Must be detail oriented, organized, and be able to follow direction ·        Must hold strong communication skills
	Apply Online                    20141117.21
	We thank all interested applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

                                                  Reading Activity

Click on this link for one reading activity on job interviews. After reading, please complete the following tasks:

1.       Answer the questions on the passage on your blog.

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2.       Pick from five to six new vocabulary words, idioms and phrasal verbs; then put them in sentences of your own.

motivated

If you are motivated by something,especially an emotion,it cause you to behave in a particular way.

purely

This racing machine designed purely for speed.

deliberately

She deliberately her decision for few days

industrious

I think she is  a industrious person

criticism

Please more encourage  kids and less criticism them

nerves

There are millions nerves in our brain

3.       Write a quick summary of the article using all the new vocabulary that you have picked, and then write your own point of view on that topic, but do not exceed 50 words max.

I think I am not a very smart person and need more industrious into my work, but seems I don't know what nerves are and I think it not a good personality. I need more motivated from positive energy,and accept more criticism ,purely for my attitude and deliberate training for that.