Comprehensive Guide to Job Application Success Strategies
This comprehensive guide provides detailed steps and strategies for navigating the job application process successfully. From crafting a strong CV/resume to building a job search team and maintaining gratitude throughout, each stage is covered in depth. Additional materials, such as leadership positions and volunteer history, are also discussed to help applicants stand out. Whether you're a recent graduate or seeking a career change, this guide offers valuable insights to enhance your job search journey.
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DR. FRANK TRACZ GET A JOB! DIRECTOR OF BANDS KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY FTRACZ@KSU.EDU
I. EXPERIENCE Graduate School Undergrad
II. CV/RESUME Styles/Purposes Format References
III. COVER LETTER Contact Info Form Content Purpose
IV. APPLICATION/SEARCH STAGES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Find a job Gather support/build a job team! Develop CV/Resume Talk with references Seek advice/wisdom Follow up Persistence!!!
V. GRATITUDE Every step of the way! Every Person Actions, E-Mail, Handwritten Notes Keep your team involved/updated
VI. ADDITIONAL MATERIALS RELATED!!! Elected Leadership Positions Volunteer History Performances Special/Unique Experiences Handbooks
Undergrad A. Classes Required Ensembles played in I. EXPERIENCE Extra classes taken Extra responsibility Extra Opportunities Build/Develop YOU!
Graduate B. Why that school? Why that Director of Bands? Assistantship? I. EXPERIENCE Duties/Responsibilities Titles? Above and Beyond? Connections? Results of your initial decision?
Purpose A. What job? II. CV/RESUME Who is reading this? What is important content for this position?
Style B. Research this Main Components Readability Statement made? II. CV/RESUME Sets you apart professionally? Quick, easy read, to the point? Find examples Seek advice/opinions from those that KNOW
References C. D. O. B., A. D. O. B. Applied Teacher Music Ed. Profession II. CV/RESUME Power Pillars in YOUR life!!! List them: most recent first! Adjust for each position as necessary Check with references first, correct info
Job specific Address your strengths and posted position Recognize areas of need and how this position will help in in the process Concise/short/facts (meat!) NO BS!!! Paragraph #1 III. COVER LETTER Intro, who are you, what are you applying for? Paragraph #2 Your qualifications, strengths marching job posted description Paragraph #3 Gratitude, why you are the person, closing statement (References Included)
STAGE 1 Know You What are you looking for? IV. APPLICATION/SEARCH Can you handle the job? STAGES What is your plan, and how does this job fit in with you and your plan?
STAGE 2 Build the Support Team References IV. APPLICATION/SEARCH Expert/Trusted opinions/advice STAGES Research job and the people you would be working with Research school/town/community
STAGE 3 Build YOUR Resume IV. APPLICATION/SEARCH Job applied for is crucial in deciding CV content STAGES Seek opinions/advice from experts
STAGE 4 Select references carefully IV. APPLICATION/SEARCH Speak with them first STAGES Match references to the job
STAGE 5 Do your homework on the job! Do what is best for you! IV. APPLICATION/SEARCH We all can t work near our parents or a big city! STAGES Seek wisdom from others!
STAGE 6 Follow up application: Email Phone Call IV. APPLICATION/SEARCH Express gratitude and ask for updates on process STAGES What does silence mean? Did they call your references? You will not get all the jobs!
STAGE 7 Be a P. S. O. B.!!! IV. APPLICATION/SEARCH Learn from losses STAGES Regroup/Rethink/Redo/Re-Apply!
Crucial! Build YOU! V. GRATITUDE Paint your picture Appreciate and learn from the process 2 words: THANK YOU!
Performances A. Ensembles required Ensembles chosen Specify performances VI. ADDITIONAL MATERIALS RELATED! Tours, Trips, etc. Leadership Positions: B. Elected/Appointed Marching Band Concert Ensembles KKY/TBS/PMA/SAI (Honor) Social Fraternity/Sorority
Volunteer History C. Big Brothers/Big Sisters Food Bank Etc. Nursing Home Performances VI. ADDITIONAL MATERIALS RELATED! Band Manager, etc.? What else outside requirements have you done? Handbooks D. Group? Student Staff? Band Ambassadors? Section Leaders?
Special/Unique Experiences E. Nursing Home? VI. ADDITIONAL MATERIALS RELATED! Food Bank Etc.? (Non-Musical) Lessons with Professionals Conducting Symposiums Etc.? (Musical)
Be prepared Do your homework Ask questions Seek advice from the right people! CONCLUSION Remove road blocks! Spread your wings Bounce, Roll, Laugh, Cry, Scream, Enjoy! Grow and Build!
Dr. Frank Tracz ftracz@ksu.edu 785-770-7873
