It's my report in OFP 001

2. An Effective Application
Letter
Should tell why the applicant wants
to join the organization..
Should not duplicate the information
stated in the resume.

3. Purpose of an Application Letter
To obtain an interview
Function a sales letter

4. Your letter must…
A – attract attention
– arouse interest
I
– develop desire to see
D personally
A
– move him into
action
you

5. Appearance of an Application
Letter
 Create favorable first
impression
 Use plain-good quality paper
 Show neatness, sense of design
and composition and typing
ability
 Proofread and type accurately

6. Outline of an Effective
Application Letter
Should Paragraph
Firstbe businesslike in manner
State the Paragraph
Second qualifications
Sell yourself
Third Paragraph
State your accomplishments
Fourth Paragraph
Request Paragraph
Fifth for an appointment

7. Filling In an Application Form
 An application form in either before
the interview or after it.
 The application form will show your
 Intelligence
 Ability to follow directions
 Completeness and legibility of
penmanship

8. Legibility
Your handwriting must be
readable.
Any figure that you write
should be clear.

9. Remember:
It will be a point against you
if the interviewer
experiences difficulty in
reading your handwriting.

10. Accuracy and Carefulness
Recheck all information you
have written.
Do not leave blanks.
Draw a line or mark it “NOT
APPLICABLE” or “DOES NOT
APPLY”.

11. Be careful with spelling.
Follow directions correctly.
Avoid erasures.
Avoid asking for an extra
form.

12. Job interview
Purpose
-For the company
to find out who
among the
applicants is
qualified for the job.

13. Special Interview
Timetable

14. Three days before
Go over your resume
aloud and practice
answering
interview questions.
Dress for success.

15. Two Days Before
Get gorgeous!

16. The Day Before
 Confirm your appointment.
 Ask for direction.
 Put together an „Interview Kit‟
(bio-data, a pocketbook, eraser,
coins, notebook and pen, xerox of
TOR, etc.)
 Take care of last-minute tasks.
 Be good to yourself.

17. The Day Before, DON‟T!!!
Cut your bangs.
Perm your hair.
Overtire yourself.

18. The BIG DAY!
 Make sure you eat.
 Accept that you will be
somewhat edgy.
YOU‟VE ARRIVE
 Introduce yourself
 Find a seat. Try to read.

19. When you hear your
name…

20. Take a deep Breath
Get up
Smile

21. THE HOURS AFTERWARD:
Get up, shake hands and
turn to go out the door.
Hve something to look
forward to.
Avoid the instant-replay
syndrome.

22. The Next Day
Keep things in
perspective.

23. Getting Ready for the Interview
 Find out the exact place and time.
 Visit the place before the interview.
 Plan to arrive 10 to 15 minutes ahead
of the schedule.
 Prepare your interview kit.
 Be prepared to take skill tests.
 Be very particular with your
appearance.

24.  Use cosmetics conservatively.
 Wear clothes and accessories in
good taste.
 Use pleasing scents and
perfumes.
 Shoes and bags should be in
matching color and style.
 Don‟t become unduly worried.
 Relax, prepare, self-confident
and well-poised.

25. During the Interview
 It is normal to be nervous.
 Take a deep breath before
entering the room.
 Avoid doing things with your
hands that will make a tremor
of your state.
 Smile and greet the interviewer.
 Wait until you are offered a
seat.

26.  Avoid mannerisms.
 Be alert, smart, courteous
and have a lot of common
sense.
 Be sincere in your manner of
talking.
 Be natural in your behavior.