How do you demonstrate your interest and enthusiasm for a career change at a job fair?

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If you are looking for a career change, attending a job fair can be a great opportunity to explore different options, network with employers, and showcase your skills and qualifications. However, to make a good impression and stand out from the crowd, you need to demonstrate your interest and enthusiasm for the new career path you are pursuing. Here are some tips on how to do that at a job fair.

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1 Research the employers

Before you go to the job fair, do some homework on the employers that will be there and the positions they are offering. Find out what their mission, vision, values, and goals are, and how they align with your own. Identify the skills, experience, and education they are looking for, and how you can match them or transfer them from your previous career. This will help you tailor your resume, elevator pitch, and questions to each employer and show them that you have done your homework and are genuinely interested in working for them.

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Jessica (Fiesta) George ?? ??

Talent Transformer for Private Equity/VC/Start-ups. Your catalyst for executing scalable talent programs! ?? I advocate for growing businesses, one hire at a time. ?? Podcast Host: Jess Get Hired (Top ??Career Pod)
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Be purposeful in your approach when going to an employer’s booth. If there was an open position you saw on their website that interests you, ask questions about what steps you should take to apply, discuss your experience and background. See if the recruiter is available or learn about the hiring process. Use this time to sell yourself! If there isn’t a position open for you, but you are interested in the company, find a recent news story to break the ice. Ask the rep questions: What do you like about the company? What advice do you have for someone looking to get their foot in the door? Keep them engaged and talking. They will remember you more than someone who just drops off a resume or collects the free swag on the table.

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Orlando Haynes ???

Senior Talent Acquisition Leader I ???? Career Empowerment Coach for Mid-Level Professionals who want to Achieve Career Breakthrough I??? Host of CareerTALKS Podcast | ?? Author | Career Speaker ?? | US Navy Veteran ????
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Demonstrate to the employer or employers that you have done the research and retooled your skills and understanding of the industry. The ability to articulate this with additional certification and a solid understanding of the new role or function will prove to be positive in the eyes of the employers.

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Alice Guyot

Karrierecoaching & Burnout Pr?vention
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Suchen Sie sich gezielt ein paar interessante Arbeitgeber heraus und sprechen Sie diese gezielt an. Fangen Sie bei denen an, an denen Sie am wenigsten Interesse haben, damit Sie üben k?nnen. Für den Gespr?chseinstieg eignen sich intelligente Fragen zu den Produkten oder Diensten des Unternehmens.

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2 Dress professionally

Even though a job fair is not a formal interview, you still want to dress professionally and appropriately for the career field you are targeting. This will show the employers that you respect them and their industry, and that you are serious about making a career change. Avoid wearing casual, flashy, or inappropriate clothing, accessories, or makeup that might distract from your qualifications or personality. Instead, opt for a clean, neat, and conservative outfit that suits the dress code of the industry you are interested in.

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Orlando Haynes ???

Senior Talent Acquisition Leader I ???? Career Empowerment Coach for Mid-Level Professionals who want to Achieve Career Breakthrough I??? Host of CareerTALKS Podcast | ?? Author | Career Speaker ?? | US Navy Veteran ????
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It's always better to air on the conservative side and dress professionally. For men specifically, wearing a blue, gray, or black suit. White or blue shirt with a tie and black or brown shoes. The goal is not to draw attention to your outfit but to hold their attention long enough for a great conversation. In one of my earlier books. "Inside Career Tips Every Job Seeker Should Know," I go into more detail on professional dress code for both women and men. Ping me to grab a copy! ??

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Jeahne Spann Davis

Financial Educator at TheMoneyBooks
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I would have to agree with Mr. Haynes. Conservative basic colors for men, plain basic shirt and subtle statement tie. Ladies…..comfortable fitting outfit. Nothing too short or tight fitting and no exposed anatomy. A pant or skirt suit is appropriate. A dress and blazer would be fine as well. Those same basic colors would be appropriate. (Blue, brown, black or gray). Nails should be basic. And hair should be combed and styled. Minimal to no make up is safe. You only get one first impression.

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3 Communicate effectively

When you approach an employer at a job fair, you want to communicate effectively and confidently about your interest and enthusiasm for the career change. Start with a firm handshake, a smile, and eye contact, and introduce yourself with your name and a brief summary of your background and career goals. Use your elevator pitch to highlight your skills, achievements, and value proposition for the employer, and explain why you are interested in working for them and in their industry. Ask relevant and insightful questions about the employer, the position, and the career path, and listen actively to their answers. Show your enthusiasm by expressing your appreciation, excitement, and curiosity, and avoid negative or critical comments about your previous career or employer.

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Megan Anderson, CCSP, GCDF

Executive Roundtable Manager | Relationship Builder | Trainer | Global Career Development Facilitator
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The interaction with the employer at a job fair is all about story telling, especially when looking at a career change. Focus positively on the future when you explain the types of roles you'd like to shift into. Help connect the dots by sharing an example of a past experience that would make you a good candidate for that role. When in doubt about what to say next, ask a question, so you can learn from the recruiter to help inform your job search.

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4 Follow up

After the job fair, you want to follow up with the employers you met and reiterate your interest and enthusiasm for the career change. Send a thank-you email or note to each employer within 24 hours, and remind them of your conversation, your qualifications, and your fit for the position. Attach your resume and any other documents they requested, and express your eagerness to hear from them or meet them again. You can also connect with them on LinkedIn or other social media platforms, and send them relevant articles, updates, or referrals that might interest them. This will show them that you are proactive, persistent, and passionate about pursuing a new career.

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