Here are some tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your next job fair experience!

• Come prepared Before you arrive at the fair take some time to review the list of employers and their job opportunities on their websites. Also look into what the company does and what makes them special. Researching a company will allow you to ask very focused and specific questions. This will impress employers as it shows a genuine interest in them!

• Allow yourself time Come as early as possible. Typically, fairs are busiest during the lunch hour. Fairs also close promptly at their set ending times to accommodate employers.

• Take it all in When you arrive, take a few minutes to review the map and directory for the fair. You may feel more comfortable if you quickly locate and walk by the employers you're the most interested in speaking with. This will allow you to know their location so you can get to them first before the lines form.

• Jot down some notes Pack a mini notebook and a pen. This way you can remember things the employer mentioned to you in your discussion such as salary, job details, culture, etc. You can also add some personal details for example (“rep of FedEx Gary likes dogs as much as I do.”) This will also help you to forge a connection later when you send a [follow up] (https://www.jobcase.com/conversations/01d183e9-bbb2-51f8-8eb1-9e39062049a5).

• Ask for a business card Having the business card of the employer you have just spoken is fantastic! Now, you have a direct contact with the organization, including the proper spelling of the employer’s name, email address, direct telephone line, etc. You can use this to follow up and thank them for their time.

Wishing you good luck! : )

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