Job Fairs Again

The Dallas Morning News in an article on page 1J in its January 31, 2010, issue, “How to Get the Most from a Job Fair” by Cheri Butler lists tips to job seekers attending job fairs. While other postings in this blog indicate that job fairs are a waste of time, I think that if you are looking for a job, all avenues are open.


Here are some of the tips:


1. Dress for the occasion


2. Identify companies you want to contact before going to the fair


3. Prepare a 30-second personal introduction


4. Using a map of the fair, develop a plan to maximize your time


5. Get business cards at each booth for subsequent follow-up


6. Move through the fair alone and not with your buddies


7. Carry a nice portfolio and not a briefcase


Please share your job fair experiences with your fellow job seekers in this blog.


Thanks! Glyn