by Clinton Lancaster

Networking, resume writing, and interview tips were just a few of the topics discussed at a free job search program August 4 at Fellowship Bible Church in Rogers, AR, hosted by Cameron Smith & Associates.

Street Smarts, a job seeker seminar developed by CSA, is designed to help those in career transition get the tools and knowledge required to find the right job. Presentations given by members of CSA range from detailing the advantages and disadvantages of social networking to recommended attire at a job interview.

With the Internet becoming so important to job search, the benefits and risks of using job boards and social networking sites were explained during the seminar. Information on networking sites such as Linked In was presented, urging attendees to consider the help it can provide in networking and branding oneself in the job market.

While resume writing may seem like a simple task to some, proper resume writing and a professional format can propel a job seeker to an entirely new level. How to highlight career accomplishments, the golden rules of resume writing, and other valuable tips were given, all aimed to help attendees freshen up and improve their resumes.

The interview process can be scary for some and there are many factors most aren’t even aware of that can easily make or break an interview. Tips such as how to prepare, how to present oneself and how to follow up after an interview were covered during a detailed and informative presentation. Tips included how to approach one of the most sensitive subjects of all: money.