Getting Along On the Job

Maximizing WorkOne Indy Workshops to Reach your Goals

WorkOne Indy experts are ready to help you with job searching, interviewing and beyond. WorkOne West, WorkOne North and WorkOne East each offer incredible workshops to assist you in exactly what you need.

What can you expect? WorkOne Indy experts truly support and guide you through the basics, all the way through your job offer! 

If you’re just starting your job search journey, start with our Res…

5 Steps for Succeeding on the First Day of your Job

Congratulations. You officially have the job! Now what?

Arrive early, stay late and bring the energy. Arrive AT LEAST ten minutes early. Plan for rush hour traffic, possible parking confusion and finding the ‘right’ person to begin your day. A smile goes a long way. A smile means you’re excited to be at work and are ready to learn. Preparation is key. Check out this infographic from lifehack.orgt…

Authenticity wins you the job

As you sit down to your interview, you probably have many thoughts running through your head. What will this employer ask me? Does my outfit look okay? Did I give a strong handshake?

Those are all completely normal thoughts! Sure, the answers to those questions matter, but it’s the genuine impression you make that will stick with your potential employer. Keep in mind that no matter what the…

Are your Social Media Profiles ‘Interview Ready’?

You have all the important items checked off your interview preparation list — you have researched the company, your interview outfit is ready to go, and you know how to answer, “So, tell me about yourself.”

But, are your social media profiles ‘interview ready’? And why is that important?

According to a recent study done by Jobvite, 93% of recruiters are likely to look at a candidate’s social…

Following Up with Employers After a Hiring Event

Following up with an employer after meeting them at a hiring event (i.e., Career Days, Job Fairs) gives the impression that you are truly interested in working for their organization and allows you the opportunity to impress them with your great communication and follow-through skills. Start by sending a ‘thank you’ e-mail with your attached resume within 24 – 48 hours. Even though you likely…

Preparing for an Interview

I have an interview this week and this is how I am preparing. When I applied for the job that I am interviewing for, I did a little background research. I fully read the job description and customized my cover letter and resume. I visited the company website and read about their upcoming events and recent news. I learned that the old CEO retired at the end of last month and new CEO had been…

Add Volunteer Experience to Your Resume

By Aleta Osborn, WorkOne Indianapolis

Opportunities are available for individuals to volunteer in several different areas. Although most people searching for employment are in need of an income and are primarily focused on employment, volunteering can prove to be very beneficial in a struggling economy where jobs are scarce. Volunteering can also serve as new or additional experience to add on…

Build a Network Chart: Networking Assignment 1

Everyone has a network. This week, we’ll focus on finding out who is in your network by developing your network chart. You might realize your network is even stronger than you imagined. You might discover some holes in your network. We’ll address those in the coming weeks.

Start by downloading and printingthe network chart or getting something to write on – a piece of paper or an open Word…

Career fair – Why should I attend a career fair?

It’s easy today to simply apply for jobs online. However, it often takes more than that for a potential employer to notice you. A job or career fair provides you with a unique opportunity to come face-to-face with a variety of employers, impress them with your communication skills, and land the interview you need to land the job.

Careers fairs are like interviews. You should plan to prepare for a…

Networking with Us: #NetworkAlong Series

In the business world and in the job search world, networking is often described as the best way to make things happen. But networking can be a big, scary word to some people. It might feel like forced conversations with total strangers. That is not networking.

What is Networking?

It is simply connecting with other people. Get to know people better so that you can help them do the things they…

Hiring Event at WorkOne Indy East – February 19, 2016

WorkOne Indy is hosting a Hiring Event! Indianapolis employers are ready to compete for you!

When: February 19, 2016 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Where: WorkOne Indy East – 2525 N. Shadeland Ave. Suite C

Bring your resume, ID, Social Security card, and dress professionally!

  Companies hiring:

Bluegreen Vacations

CoWorx Staffing Services

FedEx

Frito Lay

Lowe’s

Monarch Beverage Company

MV…

Interview with recruiters from Spherion for local positions.

Recruiters from Spherion, a local staffing agency are conducting an exclusive hiring event to fill open positions with local companies. Spherion is committed to helping candidates life the life they love by providing them with fulfilling career opportunities.’

Spherion…

Is your job search like the Super Bowl?

Just like football season, your job search has its ups and downs, wins and losses, and now the season is at the Super Bowl. Here are some qualities you’ll see from the teams that made it this far that might be helpful as you look for your next job.

Qualities for your Super Job Search

Teamwork: If you think job search is a solo sport, you are wrong. Networking is a critical component to any job…

Women Veteran Conference – April 15, 1016

Women Veteran Conference

April 15, 2016

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Register Online: www.IN.gov/dva or winvet-conference.eventbrite.com or by phone 317-232-3910

Speakers include: Lt Gov Sue Ellspermann, State Rep Karlee Macer, AF Col Anna Shulte

Workshops: VA Health Care and VA Benefits, Resume Building, Self Defense, Art Therapy, Positive Child Discipline

Free Makeovers, Massages, Lunch

Book Review – Lean In: Women, Work and the Will to Lead

Lean In: Women, Work and the Will to Lead

I recently read Lean In: Women, Work and the Will to Lead by Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook and a former VP of Google. The book is about women in today’s workforce, the need for more female leaders across all industries, and the steps that must be taken to help that happen.

I was reluctant to pick up this book. Many of the reviews or articles citing the…