Hi, my name is Latasha Ballentine can you keep me posted if you have another job fair.

If you attended the Chicago job fair today then this is the post for you!

Now that the fair is over, it's time to follow up.

Doing so lets the employer know you are serious, reminds them of who you are (they met a TON of people), your qualifications, and keeps the hiring process moving along.

So let’s take a look at how following up works...

•When- Send your follow up at least 1-2 business days after the event.

•Who- Reach out to the right person! Whether you jotted down the employer’s email address in a notebook, found it on the website, or have a business card make sure to reach out directly to the person you spoke to or the hiring manager. By sending it to an individual (and make sure to address it to them) you will avoid your follow up being lost in the shuffle.

•How- You can follow up with a call, email, or thank you card. Email is suggested as it’s instant and will give you the proper amount of time to gather your thoughts, however, there is also something wonderfully personal about receiving a handwritten note if you can send it quickly. See what to say in your follow up [HERE] (https://www.jobcase.com/conversations/3a2695c7-ced7-5bea-af4e-8789f758e97b).

•What- Make sure it’s personal. Remember that employers have likely met and spoken to MANY candidates so it’s unlikely they will automatically remember you. If you had a good conversation during the interview, make note of something you discussed and mention it in your follow up. Perhaps you both went to a certain college or own black labs. It’s all about forging a connection! Be sure to explain how excited you would be to work for them. Mention the main reasons why you would be the right person for the job by emphasizing your strengths and capabilities while demonstrating that you are a great fit. Keep it short and straight to the point.

A follow up is a great way to include those final things you may have neglected to mention at the job fair so make sure not to forget to take the time to do so.

Please comment with any questions!

Also, please make sure to keep us posted on your progress! : )

I'm on may way to the fair, had to work a couple of hours first I'll be there by noon but how do I get a parking voucher for one of the lots?

I need the address please I see two but I’m not sure which one to go too please help

Good morning! Is there a listing available for all the Job Titles these companies are seeking?

Goodmorning, I am a Chicago Police Officer at the 11th District at 3151 W. Harrison. I would also like to invite employers to come out with the Police Depaprtment to our Job Fair on the Street at Madison/ Pulaski on 27 June 2019 from 5-7pm

Reminder

What time does the job fair start?

WE are a few hours away from the 2019 Citywide Jobfair and YOU GOT THIS!.

Be Confident! This is going to be great for 4 reasons.

1. YOU ROCK! In all of human history there is no one like you. You have a lot to offer employers to help them achieve their goals. You know this. You have already shown how motivated you are by signing up and showing up. Focus on the best aspects of you when you talk to them today and be sure to translate why that is good for them. (i.e. I'm really good with people, so when I work retail customers tend to come back all the time increasing your floor traffic). etc. Point is - be confident - and dont be afraid to brag a bit. You deserve it and they want to know it.

2. EMPLOYERS NEED YOU. 100 employers are here to hire people. They dont want to turn people down, they want to get people in. This is your game to lose. Its a tight labor market and they need hires. And they want great hires. You are a great hire.

3. CUL and JOBCASE GOT YOUR BACK! We will be all over this fair to help answer questions, give support and advice, and make sure you have a good time.

4. ICE CREAM! In addition to professional head shot photos that you can get and other resources inside the job fair - we have ice cream trucks for after. (everything better with ice cream!).

So, Dress for success today. Dont forget to wear a smile. And please say Hi! I can't wait to meet Chicago Jobcasers in person and the rest of the team feels the same.

Get psyched. this is gonna be a GREAT DAY! And Good Luck!

Your friend, Fred

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