Have you ever attended a job fair?

Well I hadn't up until a few weeks ago when TMG had a booth at the SW Washington Job Fair hosted by Congresswoman Jaimee Herrera Beutler. My purpose for going was twofold; the first was to experience a job fair first hand, and the second, to see if from the employer's standpoint, it was going to be productive. I arrived at the job fair just a few minutes after it started and was surprised to see how many people were in attendance, not to mention the number of people standing in line waiting to talk with our TMG representatives. Of course not just our booth, most of the employer booths had attendees waiting in line. I jumped right in to help, talking to people about the jobs we had open, what property management was, what they were looking for, and taking resumes. What a wide range of talent, education, experience, and enthusiasm! By the end of the day, I had made a few observations; and having been an employer for over 25 years, I would like to share some suggestions that may help in anyone's job search or job fair experience.

The Management Group is about service -- plain and simple. Our clients and tenants know they can rely on us, and they know this by our professionalism. Webster's Dictionary defines professional as: exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and businesslike manner in the workplace. Anyone who is gearing up to enter the job market, should ask themselves: do I make a positive, professional first impression?

So what makes a good first impression? The answer may be different for different people, depending on the business or field you are a part of. I would say my top three "impression" categories are: professional in appearance and demeanor, strong social and communication skills, and sincerity and enthusiasm. Having a flawless resume, wearing your best suit, offering a confident handshake, and utilizing proper grammar during conversations will make any employer take notice-guaranteed.

Overall, the job fair was productive for us and we are thankful we could attend! We were able to meet multiple candidates with good qualifications. If you are looking for a job and are interested in The Management Group, please visit our website for a list of open positions and descriptions.

Carmen Villarma - President

The Management Group
Property and HOA Management in Vancouver WA and Portland OR
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