Etiquette can be defined as a set of rules that govern a person's behavior in a particular setting or environment. Etiquette mainly includes proper manners, communication skills, respect and politeness.   WORKPLACE BEHAVIOR Use appropriate language Be punctual Appear as professional as possible Be cooperative  Turn your cellphone off Be motivated CORRESPONDENCE ETIQUETTE  includes mainly e-mails and letters.           Email Always include a subject line Write a salutation for each new subject email Be brief When replying emails, include the previous email after your reply Never use all CAPS Always check for punctuation spelling and grammatical errors Do not use your company email address to send personal emails     TELEPHONE ETIQUETTE Make sure your voicemail is set up and is working properly Try to return the phone calls within the day Whenever you leave a message, make sure to leave your con...

   Transferring Within CUNY -To apply to CUNY senior colleges: ·          Apply online via the CUNY Portal: www.cuny.edu Fall Deadline - Feb. 1 st Spring Deadline - Sept. 15 th *Pick up a CUNY Online instruction sheet in C-102* ·          Submit your online application. ·          Transfer admission is based upon cumulative GPA (from all institutions attended). ·          Transfer application is accepted after the deadline on a space available basis. *Applications take approximately 8-12 weeks to be processed.* Transcripts/Transfer Credits ·          The UAPC (University Application Processing Center) will automatically request transcripts from all CUNY colleges. ·          Make sure you DO NOT have any stops on...

  What you need to make a well-organized resume are:   Heading   Education   Experience   Skills (Computer, Languages, etc.) Heading Name Street address City, State, ZIP Code   Area code home and home phone number Area code and business or cell phone Professional E-mail address   Education Name of College (bold) City and State without zip code Type of degree Program of study/major Graduation date (month and year)   Achievements Relevant courses (Specific Names) GPA if 3.0 or above Experience Name of company City and state without zip code Position title From month/year to month/year Action verb with bullets (description of responsibility) Achievement Skills Computer Skill -  List the programs you are familiar with (i.e Microsoft Word, Execel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Adobe Photoshop, Accounting Software. Etc.) Language Skills -  If you speak more than one language, you shoul...

What is an Internship? Internships are field work experiences which provide you with the opportunity to: • Explore a career field of interest • Gain career related experience • Choose a major and select courses that will support career goals • Develop and/or improve marketable skills that will make you more competitive in the job market • Obtain references from professionals in your intended field • Network with potential employment contacts How to prepare for an Internship? • In order to find the right fit for your career interest and goals, you should determine your internship target and know where to search for internship opportunities. • You should also have prepared a resume and have practiced your interviewing skills. • Schedule an appointment for a mock interview with a Career Counselor in order to prepare and gain feedback. • All internships require a minimum of one semester commitment Factors to be considered before making a commitment to...

What are fraudulent employers?  Fraudulent employers are very sneaky bosses who go out hunting for innocent individuals, giving them the false hope of earning wages of which they are often desperately in need. There are numerous methods that perpetrators of such schemes use to lure victims. These include promises such as easy hire, easy work, high wages for unskilled labor, flexible hours, a small number of hours paired with a lot of free time, or other attractive offers. Types of Scams Payment forward scam Application fee scam Phishing Scam: an e-mail fraud in which an employer sends out a legitimate-looking email in an attempt to gather personal and financial information from recipients. Mystery shopper scam: this type of scam uses fraudulent offers, fake checks and wire transfers to persuade unsuspecting consumers into sending money to fraudsters  How do you spot a scam? Catchy job titles Required payments Lack of employment details Fake websi...

Job Fair Readiness Job fairs bring together job seekers and employers with opportunities available within their organizations. Over the years, it has become one of the leading means for entry-level recruiting, giving employers the opportunity to meet job seekers, and to get firsthand knowledge about them through their appearance and first impressions. Why Should I attend A Job Fair? Meet with potential employers to develop a job search network. Discuss potential career opportunities. Present resume to employers for consideration for part time, full time, or internship position. Earn an opportunity to attend valuable workshops. Planning ahead prior to the job’s fair Obtain a prioritized list of organizations based on your interest in the potential opening You may visit the organizations’ online sites to acquire more information and learn more details about the corporation you are interested in. Prepare a list of potential ques...

What is informational interview? An informational interview is one of the most effective ways to obtain occupational information. While it may cover some of the same ground as printed material or information on a company website, it provides opportunities for an intimate and flexible inside view of a job field unmatched by other sources. How can it be useful in pursuing your intended career? An informational interview is less stressful, and differs in its settings compared to a typical job interview. In an informational interview you are the one in control. Questions can be asked that may not be strategic during a first interview (i.e., questions regarding salary, benefits, vacation). You can discuss what is done on a day-to-day basis and relate it to your own interests and feelings. Beyond the advantages of gaining valuable career information, the informational interview provides the opportunity to build self-confidence and to improve your ability to handle a true job interv...

                               Hello, my name is Huma Khalid. I am a student at Kingsborough Community college and its my 2nd year here. I am proceeding my goal of  being a teacher because its my passion and I am highly interested in it. Right now I am majoring in  Liberal Arts but I  am going to change it to Early Childhood Education to proceed toward my aim of being a teacher. I am working as a part time employer in Dunkin' Donuts but I want to join your company/organization because I think it would really help me to get some work experience in my career field of choice. I have also some college activity work experience. I have worked as a secretary in the college club of Pakistani community. I am also a billingual. If you are also considering me to be a part of your company could I please have your contact information so that I can meet you and so that we can exchange some workful informa...