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Wednesday, July 12, 1989 TERRACE BAY/SCHREIBER NEWS Page 3 Preferred Rates for Male Operators 21-24 825-3246 "ideal Young Driver Class" Northern / > ay Developments By Maurice Fenelon Northern Development Officer This is the second article of a two-part series on job hunting skills. After preparing and sending a resume and application to a prospective employer you will no doubt anxiously await a reply: Should you be lucky enough-to be granted an interview another 'major task will face you - the actual interview. If you get orga- nized and are well prepared before hand you will have accom- plished half the task. Before the interview, in prepar- ing yourself, research the vacancy by finding out as much about the job as possible - ask the employer question. Learn about the compa- ny or ministry if it's a government job. What does the organization chart look like and who are the key people in it. A question often asked in many interviews is "Who is the president of minister of the orga- nization?" Know the answer to this question. The more you know about the job and the organization before hand - the better you are likely to do in the interview. Grads not getting It is clear that young people are not getting the information to make the right decisions about their careers, a new study prepared for Ontario's Ministry of Skills Development indicates. Two-thirds of the youth popula- tion go directly into the workforce after leaving high school as either graduates or dropouts. The study examines the employment and train- ing experiences of that group after leaving high school. Alvin Curling, Minister of Skills Development explained that the study shows that although there is a House Trailer for Sale 60x14 located at Figliomeni's Trailer Park For more information contact Pappy (Brian) Labreche 824-2381 _ It\is also wise to write down questions you may have relating to the job, however, make the questions intelligent ones and not trivial questions which may make you look poor - such as "How soon can I get a raise?" Know your own background and resume and how it is relevant to the job you are seeking. Be pre- pared to give a verbal explanation of your resume. The interviewers may wish to ask more in-depth questions or clarify some facts. Your manner of dress is impor- tant - it can make an impression upon the intervicw team, there- fore, use common sense. Don't over or underdress, don't wear anything which might distract the interviewers and finally get a good nights sleep so you will be well rested and ON TIME. During the interview introduce yourself and shake hands with the interviewers. Several don'ts include - don't smoke, chew gum, chomp candy, drink coffce. Playing with pencils, paper-clips etc... may annoy the interviewers or indicate your nervousness. If your hand are shaking keep them in your lap and try to keep calm. marketplace demand for trained, skilled workers, many eligible young people are not obtaining training. Curling called for'a training cul- ture in which young people will be able to plug into the latest news about the labor market, along with a full range of advice and expertise from career specialists. They'll be able to find out what training paths When answering questions try and listen to yourself - be precise and don't ramble. If you don't hear the question or understand it ask for a repeat - guessing the ques- tion is a mistake. Above all do not fake the answer - this will be fatal. When answering a question look dircctly at the questioner first - then take in the whole pancl. A final point - don't ask about vacation, salary, ro Foe After the interview is over shake hands with each panel member and thank them for see- ing you. Don't chat with a panel member if you know them - leave promptly. On hearing the results of the competition, if you do not get the job, ask for feedback. This may help you in future interviews. A final note - be yourself and be prepared. Good luck. ~ If you would like more informa- tion on job hunting skills, ask your local Manpower office for assis- tance or contact the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines, at 2 Stevens Ave., P.O. Box 280, Marathon, Ontario, POT 2E0 or call 229-1153. For areas outside of Marathon ask your operator for Zenith 33160. training are available outside the school sys- tem, and how they can gain access to them. "It is important to better under- stand the transition process from high school to the workplace so that we can assist young people in mak- ing training decisions which will help both them - and the economy. We need trained, skilled young workers," Curling said. I, Murray Dodick Optometrist 1119 Victoria Avenue - Thunder Bay, Ontario P7C 1B7 1-622-7726 Helicopter_rides were held at the Terrace Bay Airport as one of the Canada Day events. Many people took advantage of the opportunity to view the town from above. Photo by Dave Chmara Major Appliance Repairs Servicing done in your own home to ranges, washers, dryers, dishwashers, fridges, electric hot water tanks and electric heating units. Parts on hand for most makes and models. BILL CAMPBELL ELECTRIC 824-2743 or 824-2574 Servicing Jackfish, Terrace Bay, Schreiber, Rossport and Pays Plat FREE Foot Care Clinic The McCausland Hospital will be offering a free foot care clinic for nail cutting and packing, and advice on foot care. This procedure will be done at the hospital on Tuesday, July 18, 1989 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the emergency department and at the Schreiber Medical Centre on Wednesday, July 19, and Thursday, July 20, 1989 : "from 't00°p-m- to 4:00 P: m= = For appointments, please call the hospital at 825-3273 Ext. 130. David W. Krawchuk C.G.A. Certified General Accountant DEATH COOK - Mr. Raymond Cook of Schreiber, passed away in hos- pital on Sunday, July 2nd, 1989. lHe was born at Parry Sound on November 7, 1930. A member of| the Kinsmen Club, Curling Club, and a Cub and Scout Leader. His main interests were his family, home and camp. Survived by his wife Pat, daughter, Cathy of| Thompson, Manitoba, son, Ken of Toronto. Brother Bill of Schreiber, nephews, Dana and Bradley both of Schreiber, nieces, Marylin Turcotte of Terrace Bay, and Debbie Brady of Espanola. Predeceased by his father Bill and mother Jessie. If friends so desire, donations to the McCausland Hospital Fund, Geof Birch Memorial Brick Fund, or Amethyst House, Thunder Bay. * INCOME TAX * PROPRIETORSHIPS * CORPORATIONS 807-623-7787 P.O. Box 883, 415 East Victoria Avenue, Suite 10 Thunder Bay, Ontario P7C 1A6 ARE YOU OUR TYPE? The McCausland Hospital Laboratory will be conducting a Clinic to screen prospective donors for the Emergency " Walking Blood Donor Bank". The Clinic will run from 0900 hours to 1200 hours. | Monday July 17th and Tuesday, July 18th, 1989. For further information please call: 825-3380 THE AIR? If your summer travel plans are Up In The Air this year, norOntair would like to keep them there. norOntair offers convenient connections with Air Ontario, via Sault Ste. Marie, for travel to onward destinations. Call your local travel agent, Air Canada, Canadian Airlines International or norOntair, and tell them this summer your travel plans are Up In The Air! 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