4. Have a clear idea of the type of work you seek so you don’t miss important contacts.

7. When possible, get a list of companies that are registered to be at the career fair. Lists are often available at One-Stop Centers, on line and in the newspaper. The list will help you prepare more effectively.

8. Find information on the company to which you are applying.

11. Visit the website of the company and its competitors

12. Talk to people who work for, or deal with, the company

13. What’s it REALLY like working there? www.Glassdoor.com

14. www.jobhuntersbible.com

15. The Business Review http://www.bizjournals.com/albany/

16. The Chamber of Commerce and local business associations publish directories that list companies by area. Check libraries or write to the individual associations.

17. http://www.weddles.com/associations/index.cfm (list of associations by industry)

20. Before you write your sales pitch, think about your audience, then focus on your common interests.

21. Remember to:

22. Offer a firm handshake

23. Speak clearly

29. Does my resume contain all the relevant information?

30. Have I identified accomplishments for each experience?

31. Have I included keywords and action verbs?

32. Am I using the proper format for my situation?

33. Is my resume complete, but not too long?

34. Is my resume visually appealing?

35. Does my resume have what it takes to get noticed by employers?

38. What skills, work experience or educational background are required for the position? What are you looking for in the ideal candidate?

39. What are the major challenges be for the person you hire?

40. What types of formal or on-the-job training programs does ___ Co. offer?

41. Why is the position open?

44. Letters of Recommendation Attach to the resume.

47. Employer Connection

48. Interview Practice

49. Learn about the Labor Market

50. __________________________

55. Check out the floor plan to see where the “must see” employers will be.

62. Don’t take up too much of the employer’s time. Consider the length of the line, but several minutes should do it.

63. Don’t vent about former employers to potential new ones.

64. Don’t interrupt an employer if he or she is surroundedby other job seekers. You want to have a brief, but meaningful conversation on a one-to-one basis.

68. Follow-up by calling the people you spoke with, writing a follow-up letter or e-mail, or both. During the career fair, find out from the employers what method of contact they prefer.

72. Representatives name

73. Contact information

74. Jobs of interest/requirements

75. Reactions

76. Likes and dislikes

77. Interesting information learned

78. What did I not have time to say or could have said better?