Are you going for a job interview? If so, assume all the interviewers are from Missouri! Why? Missouri, of course, is nicknamed the “show me” state. All joking aside, most interviewers, regardless of their home state, tend to have a “show me” state of mind. Let me explain.
Suppose you and your fiancé are making plans for the big day and searching for a wedding photographer. You check out a photographer’s website but notice there are no sample photos. That seems odd. Assuming maybe you somehow simply missed the portfolio link, you contact the photographer. “Oh, I don’t have any samples to show,” says the photographer, “Trust me, I’m good.” Based on that response, you’re ready to sign a contract and plop down a big deposit, right? Yeah, I didn’t think so.
Yet, this is exactly what happens during many job interviews! Candidates have the opportunity to show some form of evidence of their abilities but do not. In fields like photography, graphic arts, music, writing, and others, the norm is for applicants to bring a portfolio or samples of their work. But what about fields where this is not typically the norm? Continue reading
Why an apprenticeship? Job hunters are all too familiar with the typical process followed when entering a new career or finding a job. You apply, hope to get a job interview, and then the employer asks about your education, experience, and skills. Employers may also expect you to have specific credentials (license, certification, etc.). You have already spent considerable time and money preparing (typically by attending college), and now, you want a job with a paycheck. It’s time to move on with your life and career.
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