38 Park Avenue, Ap. 50

New York, N.Y. 11297

Tel. [phone]

OBJECTIVE A position as a bookkeeper.

SUMMARY 12 years of experience in every routine work in this

field. Perfect knowledge of computers and statistics.

QUALIFICATIONS Make up all kind of financial reports, balances and

production planning.

EXPERIENCE

1990-1995 FRISCO DOCKS,

San Francisco, California.

Deputy Chief of Planning, Commerce Dpt.

In charge of account books, statements, new ideas

in planning.

1980-1990 SAKHA Co,

New York.

Accountant. Prepared accounts and balance sheets of

every kind.

EDUCATION LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS

London, Great Britain, Bachelor

PERSONAL Arrived in the United States January, 1980.

British subject. Married, one child.

REFERENCES Available upon request.

5. Before an interview

It is important to be well-prepared before interview. First, find out as much as possible about the company in advance. You can get this information from your local Careers Advice Office. Secondly, write a list of questions which you want to ask at the interview.

6. Clothes

How you look at a job interview creates a strong impression. Wear clothes which are smart and comfortable but not too formal.

7. The interview

Make sure you get a good night`s sleep before an interview. Also make sure you leave plenty of time to get there. During the interview itself be as calm, clear, friendly and positive as possible.

There are some ‘tips’ for a successful interview.

1. Before the interview ask a friend to ask you typical questions. Talk about your strong points using concrete examples from your current job.

2. Before the interview, write to the people who can give you references.

3. Arrive 30 minutes early on site 10 minutes early for the interview. Use the time to walk in the fresh air. When greeting the interviewer, smile, make eye contact and shake hands firmly.

4. Keep your answers short, simple and relevant - as you would in other business situation. Interviews are a dialogue so do not talk more than 60 - 70% of the time. If the interviewer wants more information, let him ask for it.

5. Occasionally take the initiative and ask questions to show you are interested.

6. Be enthusiastic and positive. Never contradict, ague or interrupt. Never criticize previous employers during the interview.

7. Do not be submissive, treat the interviewer with respect, but as an equal.

8. Do not ask questions about salary. If possible, wait for the interviewer mention it. ask for higher than you expect. If it doubt ask for your current salary plus 15%.

9. Immediately after the interview make notes: write down names, details about the organisation and especially company ‘buzzwords’. If called for a second interview, make sure you use these.

10. Consider writing a short follow-up letter, after informal interviews where there was no clear job advertised. Express your pleasure in meeting everyone (list them by name), comment on one part of the meeting (something that emphasizes your qualifications), mention again the benefits you can bring to the company and why you would like to work there (include company buzzwords).

8. After an interview.

Make notes about what happened. If you go to other interviews in the future these notes could be extremely useful.

9. If you are offered the job.

Do not accept to quickly. Is this the right job for you? What do you think about the...money...prospects...hours...people you`d be working with?

10. The contract

If you decide to take a job, you`ll probably be given a contract. Read it carefully. Are there any questions you want to ask? Remember, it`s easier to make changes before singing than after.