| How to Apply for a Job in Person Posted: 12 Dec 2021 12:00 AM PST In an increasingly competitive job market, you might feel tempted to simply stop by a local company or business and drop off your resume. But this can be a very risky tactic to use and it could actually hurt your chances of landing the job. Learning the best practices for applying to jobs will set you up for success. [Edit]Determining If You Should Apply in Person - Read the job ad carefully. In today's digital world, the vast majority of job applications are accepted online. Similarly, the corresponding job advertisement for the position is usually posted on the company's web site as well as popular job postings site such as Monster, Indeed, and Glassdoor (non-profits tend to use Idealist and Opportunity Knocks).
- Always check the company's web site to make sure they are currently hiring. You can usually find these listed under tabs labelled "Careers" or "Employment Opportunities." Do not just drop by a business if there is no job opening.
- Check the job ad for information on how to apply. If the job states you should apply in person at their store or office, then it is acceptable to do this.
- If the job ad says "No calls," it is safe to assume that they also do not want you to show up in person unless they ask you to.[1]
- Employers who commonly accept applications in person include restaurants, grocery stores. and other retail businesses. These employers often have an immediate need to fill and are therefore eager to expedite the hiring process. They also usually do not require a resume to apply.[2] Determine what time the business is least busy so that a manager will have time to speak with you when you come in.
- Look for a sign. Some businesses will post a sign on their entrance stating "Help Wanted" or some version of that. If you see a sign like this, it is a clear indication your can inquire about a position in person.[3]
- Make sure you look presentable and polished when you go inside, even if you just plan on asking about a job instead of submitting a resume or cover letter. Have clean, brushed hair, fresh breath, and non-wrinkled clothes.
- While you don't need to wear a full suit simply to receive an application, you should look pulled together. Consider wearing slacks, a business skirt and blazer, and a tucked in, button-down shirt.
- Do not stop by unannounced. If you have applied for a job, you might think it will give you a competitive edge to actually stop by the office. Perhaps you believe that this will show your sincere interest in the job. But the hiring manager could easily see this as an inconvenient or even disrespectful act.[4]
- Keep in mind that when a hiring manager has to sift through dozens, if not hundreds, of applications for a single position, they are looking for candidates who can follow instructions and respect their hiring system. Breaking their rules will most likely make them remember you for the wrong reasons.
[Edit]Applying in Person - Bring a resume. You have to provide the required materials in order to be considered seriously when you apply for a job. Most jobs will require a resume, which is a catalogue of your professional experience, and a cover letter, which is a letter in which you explain your interest in the position and why you are qualified to fill it.[5]
- For your resume, list your relevant work experience chronologically. Include the name of your employer, the title of your position, and the dates you worked there. As you describe your duties at each place, use active language such as "created,""executed,""met target,""designed,""produced," etc. for each entry in your history.[6]
- Include your transferable skills. If you are applying for a job that is in a new field or discipline, focus on skills from your previous experience that you can apply to this position. This would include things like conflict resolution, customer service, verbal and written communication, problem solving skills, etc.[7][8]
- Bring a cover letter. A cover letter is an opportunity to let your employer know more about you as a person and why you are interested in the company. It should not simply restate all of your experience listed in the resume. Use it as an opportunity to demonstrate your personality and professional writing skills. Also, explain why you are a good candidate for the position.[9]
- Your cover letter should be just a page in length and clearly organized. Most examples include roughly 3 paragraphs, with each paragraph covering a main point.
- In the first paragraph, you should introduce yourself and explain what position you are applying for. Include 1 or 2 sentences on how you are a good fit for the company generally.[10]
- In the second and third paragraphs, you should include a specific example of a time you accomplished something in your career that will make you a good fit for the demands of the job. Provide detail in your examples. Did you organize a seminar at your most recent job? Did you find creative ways to meet your quotas?[11]
- Be sure to thank the reader for their time and also include any contact information, such as an email or phone number.
- Bring additional materials. These might vary depending on the requirements of the job, but it might include a writing sample or a portfolio of creative work.[12]
- You should also include a list of references or even letters of recommendation if they are requested.[13]
- Keep these documents in a folder or portfolio so they will not get wrinkled as you carry them with you.
- Dress appropriately. If you are dropping off your resume and cover letter, you want to look professional and competent. While you don't need to be dressed for a full interview (a suit and tie), you should look like you could professionally represent the company.
- Business casual wear such as slacks or khakis and a button down shirt and blazer will be appropriate for men. Women can also wear business slacks, a button down shirt or blouse, a pencil skirt or a more professional dress.
- Make sure your footwear is also professional and understated. Leave the sneakers at home. Black or navy dress shoes with a heel under are the most appropriate.
- Be polite. When you enter the office, smile and introduce yourself to the administrative assistant at the front desk or reception area. Explain that you want to submit your application materials for the position. The administrative assistant might take these from you or he will direct you to the appropriate person for submitting these documents.[14]
- Do not be rude or talk down to the person at the front desk. Often the boss will ask the receptionist for their impressions of the applicants; you don't want to stand out for the wrong reasons.
- Be brief. Do not ask to take a tour of the office or meet with your potential boss. This will be viewed as an imposition on the workers at the office.
- Similarly, do not harass the secretary about the status of your application after you have submitted it. If the company wants to interview you, they will contact you. Do not contact them.
[Edit]Conducting Informational Interviews - Consider asking for an informational interview. If there is a business or an industry you would like to work for, but there are no current openings, consider asking for an informational interview.[15]
- An informational interview is an opportunity to talk to someone whose career you admire. Perhaps they work in an industry you are interested in transitioning into or maybe they work for your dream company.
- Remember that the informational interview is not a job interview. It is an opportunity for you to get advice from someone whom you admire, to learn more about their career path, and for you to put yourself in their professional network.[16]
- Look in your network. Perhaps you have someone in mind that you would like to talk to, but if you don't, you can always start by looking within your network. Consider people who have graduated from your high school, college or graduate school. You will automatically have something in common with this person and it is likely they will want to help you.[17]
- While you can search alumni directories from your school, you can also search for alums on professional networking sites like LinkedIn.
- You an also ask friends of friends or contacts other colleagues may have for an informational interview.
- Ask appropriately. Send an email or LinkedIn message to the interviewee asking them for an informational interview. Tell them you are interested in learning more about their work and career path. You can offer to take them out for a cup of coffee or ask to meet them at their office.[18]
- It might feel a little awkward to contact someone you've never met before, but it is likely your interviewee will be flattered to receive such a request. [19]
- Come to the interview prepared. Even though the informational interview is a casual meeting, you should still be prepared with different questions. You could ask a question such as, "How much experience do you have in the field?"
- If your interviewee works in a more advanced or specialized role in your profession, you might ask them for details on their route to that position or what kinds of responsibility they take on there.
- Having questions prepared lets the interviewee know that you respect their time and want this to be a productive conversation.[20]
- Keep the interview short. You should budget somewhere between 20-30 minutes unless your interviewee states a longer time.
- Thank your interviewee. After your interview, be sure to send a thank you note or email to your interviewee. It is very important to let your interviewee you know you appreciate that they took time out of their schedule to share their wisdom with you.[21]
- Keep in touch. Informational interviews are especially helpful because they allow you to expand your network. If you see your interviewee at an industry event or a conference, be sure to say hello and keep in touch.[22]
- Most importantly, when a job opens up at your dream company, you will already have a contact in place.
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| How to Cook Frozen Tuna Steak Posted: 11 Dec 2021 04:00 PM PST Tuna steaks are delicious fish meals. Whether you bought the tuna steak frozen or found it in your freezer, you can thaw it using your fridge or microwave. Once you've thawed the tuna steaks, you can sear them or grill them to make a delicious meal. [Edit]Ingredients [Edit]Seared Tuna Steak Makes 2 servings - 2 tuna steaks
- 2 tbsp (30 mL) of soy sauce
- 2 tbsp (30 mL) of olive oil
- Salt and black pepper
- Cayenne pepper
[Edit]Grilled Tuna Steak Makes 4 servings - 4 tuna steaks
- 1/4 cup (32 g) of chopped Italian parsley
- 2 sprigs of tarragon, leaves removed, stems discarded
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 2 tsp (10 mL) of lemon zest
- Sea salt and black pepper
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) of olive oil
[Edit]Defrosting in the Fridge - Leave the tuna steak in the packaging to thaw. Fish is normally sold in plastic bags or another type of plastic wrapping. For tuna steaks and other fish, there's no need to remove the bags when thawing the fish. The tuna steak will still properly thaw when wrapped in the plastic bag.[1]
- Place the tuna steak in the fridge. It's very important that you don't leave the tuna steaks out at room temperature in the kitchen or elsewhere in the house. Fish spoils easily and the fridge will thaw the tuna steak while also keeping it cool at the same time. Room temperature defrosting will thaw the outside layers of the tuna steak while the inside layers go bad.[2]
- Use a thermometer to make sure your fridge is or cooler. This is the right temperature for defrosting fish.
- Leave the tuna steak in the fridge overnight. While it might only take the tuna steak a few hours to thaw in the fridge, you want to be sure that it's completely defrosted before using it. By leaving it overnight, you give the tuna steak enough time to properly defrost.[3]
- Don't leave the tuna steak in the fridge for longer than 24 hours. The longer the fish is in the fridge, the higher the chances of it going bad.
- Remove the tuna steak from the fridge the next day. Now that you gave your tuna steak the entire night in the fridge to defrost, you can remove it from the fridge. Take the tuna steak from the plastic bag and inspect it to make sure there's no signs of frost or ice.[4]
[Edit]Using the Microwave to Thaw - Weight the tuna steak on a weighing scales. Most microwave manuals have instructions on how to defrost different types of frozen food. Generally, the first step is to weigh your tuna steak. Place the tuna steak on your kitchen weighing scales or on a paper towel on top of your household weighing scales.[5]
- Make a note of the weight of the tuna steak on a piece of paper or on your phone.
- Put the microwave on the defrost setting and enter the tuna steak weight. If your microwave doesn't ask for the tuna steak's weight, you can just defrost the fish in 5-minute intervals. If it does ask, it'll tell you how long the fish will need to defrost.[6]
- Check the tuna steak every 5 minutes to see if you can bend it. After 5 minutes, take the fish out of the microwave and use some light pressure to see if you're able to bend the tuna steak. If it's still too rigid or tough, place it back in the microwave for another 5 minutes.[7]
- Flip the fish over after the first 5 minutes have passed. You want the fish to be evenly thawed, which will also make cooking easier.
- Don't be worried if you can bend the fish but it still looks icy or cold. Once you can easily bend it, the fish is defrosted.
[Edit]Making Seared Tuna Steak - Cover the tuna steaks with soy sauce, oil, salt, and pepper. Place your tuna steaks on a clean plate. Pour 2 tbsp (30 mL) of soy sauce and 1 tbsp (15 mL) of olive oil over the steaks. Next, sprinkle salt and pepper over the steaks.[8]
- Try to cover the tuna steaks as evenly as possible when adding these items.
- Use as much salt and pepper as you'd like. Add in some cayenne pepper if you want to add an extra dynamic to the taste of the steaks.
- Let the tuna steaks marinate in a container or bag. Place the tuna steaks into a large container or resealable bag. You can let the steak soak in the ingredients for 10 minutes if you're in a hurry. If you have the time, let the steaks marinate overnight.[9]
- Letting the steaks marinate overnight will ensure you get maximum flavor from every bite of the steaks when they're ready to eat.[10]
- Heat a large pan on medium-high to high heat until hot. Add 1 tbsp (15 mL) of olive oil to the pan and give the pan a few minutes to heat up. Don't let the pan get too hot as your tuna steaks will burn very quickly when added to the pan.[11]
- Add the tuna steaks to the pan and sear. Sear the steaks for 2.5 minutes on each side for medium rare steaks. Sear for 2 minutes on each side for rare steaks, 3 minutes on each side for medium steaks.[12]
- Slice the steaks into slices and serve. Use a sharp knife to cut the steaks into pieces of this size. You can serve the steaks garnished with green onions or on a bed of salad.[13]
- If you want to keep the tuna steaks for leftovers, store the tuna steaks in a fridge and consume within 3 days of refrigerating.
[Edit]Making Grilled Tuna Steak - Rub the tuna steaks with the garlic, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Lay your tuna steaks out on a plate. Cut your cloves of garlic and rub the chopped garlic over the tuna steaks. Sprinkle as much salt and pepper as you like over the tuna steaks to add flavor.[14]
- Add some cayenne pepper for extra flavor.
- Place the tuna steaks in resealable bags and soak in lemon zest. Open the resealable bags and place your steaks into the bags. Add 2 tsp (10 mL) of lemon zest into the bags and seal the bags. Shake the bags to scatter the lemon zest over the steaks.[15]
- You can also lay the resealable bags flat on the table or another surface and rub the zest into the steaks.
- Open the bags and drizzle olive oil over the tuna steaks. Add 1 tbsp (15 mL) of olive oil to each bag and push out all the air from the bag before sealing it again. Shake the bags to spread the olive oil over the tuna steaks.[16]
- Put the tuna steaks in the fridge overnight to marinate. Leave the tuna steaks in the resealable bags and place them in the fridge overnight to marinate. This will ensure that the lemon zest and olive oil soaks into the tuna steaks.[17]
- Remove the tuna steaks from the fridge the next morning before you heat up the grill.
- Light your grill and let it heat up for 15-20 minutes. Gas grills are easy to turn on. Simply make sure that the lid is open when you're lighting the grill. If you have a charcoal grill, don't light it with lighter fluid as this will make your food taste like chemicals. Use a chimney starter to light your charcoal grill.[18]
- Gas grills will need 10 minutes to properly heat up. Give your charcoal grill around 20 minutes to heat up.
- Chimney starters can be bought for a cheap price online or at your local electrical store.
- Add the tuna steaks to the grill. Remove the tuna steaks from the resealable bags before you add them to the grill. Grill one side until the red tuna starts to turn beige in color on the side. Flip the tuna to the other side and grill that side until there's only a tiny bit of pink showing on the side.[19]
- When the sides are almost fully beige, your tuna steak is grilled.
- Serve the tuna steaks. You can serve the tuna steaks with a salad or your favorite dressing. Green onions also go well with tuna steak.[20]
- If you want to keep the tuna steaks for leftovers, place them in a container and put the container in the fridge. Consume the steaks within 3 days.
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Defrosting with a Fridge [Edit]Using a Microwave to Thaw - A microwave
- A microwave-safe plate
- Weighing scales
[Edit]Seared Tuna Steak - A plate
- A container or resealable bag
- A large pan
- Measurement spoons
- A sharp knife
[Edit]Grilled Tuna Steak - A plate
- A sharp knife
- Resealable bags
- Measurement spoons
- A gas or charcoal grill
- A chimney starter
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