Career Fair

The Atlanta Area Council of ABWA is dedicated to empowering women with information to ensure professional success in their career changes and/or advancement.

There can be tremendous opportunities at this time when workplace diversity is extremely important for all businesses. It is our goal to educate women to become an honest, valuable asset in the corporate world.

Getting Started Websites

• 7day Job Search Program
• Women for Hire
• Georgia Department of Labor - Finding a Job and Unemployment

Resumes

Resume Tips

• Place your name and contact information as letterhead or make clearly visible.
• Make resume section (Employment, Education, Hobbies).
• Write resume in reverse-chronological order starting with the most current Employer.
• Include all educational degrees and certifications.

Resume Websites

• Free-Resume-Tips.com
• Resume Service

Resume Books

• How to Write a Resume with Cover Letter
• Resume Makeover

Interviewing -- Image and Dress

Image and Dress Tips

• A business suit in a subdued color is best for first interviews. Natural fibers work best.
• Dress in today's styles, but keep the hemline close to knee-length and keep blouses modest.
• A conservative or executive dress is fine for additional interviews.
• Hose should be worn at all times, regardless of weather conditions.
• Shoe heel height should be moderate and comfortable - shoes should be freshly polished.
• If heel tips are worn, get them replaced so you do not click.
• Jewelry should be minimal and in good taste.
• Nails should be well manicured and polished in clear, light or French manicure.
• If long nails are a part of a personal fashion statement, avoid bright colors and glittered accents for interviewing.
• Hairstyle will vary with each individual, but a fuss-free style will work best.
• Make-up should be in taste and lightly applied.

Image and Dress Websites

• Clare Spiegel.com
• Fashion-411.com -- ABWA Member, Monet Farr Cole
• Dress for Success

Image and Dress Books

• New Women's Dress for Success

Job Search

Job Search Tips

• Define and organize realistic goals for your new job search, which should include location, company size and industry.
• Focus on your goals and objectives that will bring you the best rewards.
• Identify specific companies that will fit your expertise.
• Establish your salary requirements.
• Research a company before interview. An interview is two sided: yours and theirs.
• Always send "Thank You" notes.

Job Search Websites

• Monster
• HotJobs
• CareerBuilder
• JobBank USA

Job Search Books

• eLibrary
• eBooks
• Amazon
• Wal-mart