This morning 2 of our staff had the opportunity to conduct "mock interviews" at Hellgate High School to help prepare the students for job or school interviews. It was a very cool experience for both them and us, and got me to thinking about the many resources the library has to help prepare for something that can be a nerve-wracking experience.
Our shelves are stocked with books to help you with each step of the process from resume writing (see titles like "The 30-Minute Resume Makeover" and "Knock 'em Dead Resumes") to job interviews, and even specialized focuses like marketing your military experience. Find these in our non-fiction shelves under 650.14. There are lots more in our catalog.
Or, if you're more of a listener, we have audio books both on CD here in the building and downloadable from any Internet connection. Listen to tips on "Nailing the Job Interview" or "Acing the Interview" and feel confident when you walk into that meeting.
And, best of all, we have online help. Look on our home page under Electronic Resources for Learn-a-Test. Despite its name, this resource is more than just tests. It has an entire section on resumes, interviewing, job searching, and even business writing. And you can use it from any Internet connection.
If you're working on a resume, ask at the Reference Desk to use our word processing rooms on the upper level - it saves you from having to wait for a turn in Web Alley and lets you work in peace.
The new year is approaching, and new jobs await!
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