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Career/Job Fair Tutorial

 

Career Fair Attendee Politeness and Good Manners Goes a Long Way

 

During your meet and greet with the recruiters, always remember your manners; politeness goes a long way in building a lasting positive impression.

 

How does politeness manifest itself?

• Don't overstay your welcome; meet with the recruiter, make your pitch, get the key information you need, but don't linger too long -- especially if there is a long line of people behind you.
• Maintain a comfortable distance; when talking with the recruiter, you want to be close enough to be able to communicate, but not so close that you invade the recruiter's personal space.
• Ask if the recruiter needs anything; most fairs have a refreshment station for recruiters, but if they are swamped they often don't have the time to get refreshments, so offering to get them a water or soda can make a big impact.
• Always, always, always thank the recruiter for his or her time.

 

Finally, remember to be polite to all the other attendees and career fair staff as well.

 

 

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