Updated Portfolio Requirements

Posted by Robert Griffith | Wednesday, June 02, 2010 |

Portfolios are due this Friday, June 4th. They should be in a nice binder [which you would feel comfortable bringing to an interview] and include sheet protectors.

Some of the things I will be looking for in your portfolio include:

  • Title Page
  • Résumé
  • References List
  • Cover Letters (Referral, Cold Contact, and Ad Response)
  • Follow-Up Letter (to a job application)
  • Thank You Letter (for an interview)
  • Sample Application
  • Summary of Skills and Experience
  • Typing Certificate
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Handshake Etiquette Handout
  • Interview Types
  • Interview Preparation (and dress code)
  • Interviews: Questions to ask during an interview
  • 25 Most Common Interview Questions
  • 25 Most Common Interview Mistakes
  • Awards / Certificates (any you have received)
  • Extra copies of your résumé

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