Career Advice by Randy

Reader Question – What would you say to the questions ‘why do you want the job’?

It’s Q&A time again. This one comes from ‘Everything happens for a reason’ who is asking…

Ive got an interview for a weekend summer job working in the tearoom, what do i say when they ask “why do you want the job?” I basically want the job as it would be nice working there and to help build my confidence, how could i word this better and / or what would you say. Its a first time job.Thanks

Answer: Say that this job will allow you to use your skills/abilities/talents/education (whichever applies) to help the company. You have to be a little specific here. If it is a sales job, for example, say how them hiring you will enhance their sales results or processes. Maybe the job just seems interesting to you- say that! The employer just wants to know that it’s not just the money, hours, or benefits. They want to hire someone they think might want to be there more than a couple of months, that you’re not just there until something better comes along. They want to know that you will give it everything you’ve got to do a good job. You can say that the job and the people you’ve met feel right for you. I would avoid saying that the job will help you to build your confidence; they want to feel that you are confident you can do the job, so- even if you’re not, respond like you are. I have chosen inexperienced people over experienced when they exhibit energy and desire during the interview. Speak to your desire to work in a good company with nice co-workers. The most important thing is to sound enthusiastic and genuine, to speak clearly, and to look your interviewer right in the eye. Good luck!

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Making Extra Money by Becoming a Bartender

You’ve made the decision that becoming a bartender is your goal, it looks fun and the fast cash will give you things while having fun! OK, well, let’s go back just a bit. If you want to take a crack at looking after a bar then that’s excellent. It can be very profitable and it’s actually a very reliable job for the right individual. Actually, you can create a lot of cash bartending, even at a little bar you can earn an income. I don’t know about the fast cash though, what may appear to be simple to some people is actually a experienced bartender creating it to look simple, and likely the same goes for the fun aspect too! Bartending is much more than serving and combining beverages.

Ok, I realize you probably already know that. Now keep with me here, this is why most businesses need people like you, if you want to become a bartender then you must know what the job really is, not just what you see as a client. You must first like being around individuals and relaxed with that. Can you discuss almost anything? Excellent, that’s a need. Can you manage a lot of pressure, can you cover it if your flustered? Excellent because you will need to do so quite often. You’ll also need to know your numbers, mathematical abilities is a must. You’ll be on your legs and feet for many hours and even if you’re tired you must be able to sustain a positive satisfied mind-set and neglect the discomfort and any psychological pressure you may be going through.

Are you truly reliable and trustworthy? You need to be. You also must be a innovator. Other workers will look up to you and you must always be willing to help them out when you can. People look up to bartenders, clients and other workers as well. The bar proprietor places a LOT of faith in you. That is why you demand the “big bucks” and if you can’t fulfill these credentials and sustain them day in and day out, you won’t last. Are you still interested? Awesome!

This is a amazing way to earn an income. Now it’s time to get some training. While challenging, you can find some work without ever bartending before. I would recommend locations like small bars in small towns to start off with. They will often seek the services of you and train you if you begin during the summer time season when it’s very slow. You won’t make a ton of money but you will do a real good job and you’ll have learned some skills.

Some little taverns in your local community may also provide you with a opportunity if you display passion about seeking to understand how to become a bartender. A lot of these locations provide mostly beer and just a few of the typical combined beverages. But keep in mind, this isn’t about put out drinks! This is about studying what it’s all about. If you can do it on a little scale, then you will likely be able to do it on a bigger range and the bar entrepreneurs and supervisors know this better than you do! So take your pleasure if you want to become an experienced bartender and try getting a job at one of these locations. Good Luck!

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