dropping off resume/application forms

Fragrance · 05-19-2008, 04:28 PM

i'm planning to drop off my resume and fill out some job application forms next week.
should i just go there and ask for the manger and give them my resume or should i just fill out a application?
i'm not sure what to do :S

bumbleybumbley · 05-19-2008, 05:28 PM

Different places will have different procedures. Some places will require you to fill out an application and some don't. Sometimes they will want your resume AND want you to fill out an application, so just bring your resume wherever you go and always ask for the manager.

shadesofgrey · 05-19-2008, 08:41 PM

For the places that require an application, it's a good idea to check out their website to see if they have it up, print it and fill it out at home before going to apply. That way, you won't have to feel rushed or unprepared. But regardless, it's always a good idea to check out the company's website and get some background information about the company before applying anyway. =)

bombshell · 05-19-2008, 08:47 PM

it takes a lot of time filling out applications if they give you one. sometimes it's best to get them all at once and sit in the food court and fill them out or even take them home and bring them back the next day. that will also give you a chance to ask if the manager is there or what day they will be in. from my own experience make sure you bring all your information. for references they usually ask about previous or current jobs: name, company, manager name, address, phone number, years/times worked, reason for quiting, etc... also for education. i remember back when i didn't have a cell phone and my resume was a beginners trail... i would get so frustrated that i didn't have the phone numbers or address of the company.

ALSO... bring a pen =)

*pinkpeachz · 05-19-2008, 08:57 PM

=] ^ exactly what she said!

definelove · 05-21-2008, 10:32 PM

do they care what you're wearing? because in the past i've usually worn what i would normally wear to a interview when i'm dropping off my application..
my mom takes in the resumes and applications where she works and she told me if she sees a person wearing something casual she'll just tell them they're not hiring. the job is nothing fancy or high paying either.
but i'm not sure if other employers are like this too?

shadesofgrey · 05-22-2008, 02:00 AM

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Originally Posted by definelove

do they care what you're wearing? because in the past i've usually worn what i would normally wear to a interview when i'm dropping off my application..
my mom takes in the resumes and applications where she works and she told me if she sees a person wearing something casual she'll just tell them they're not hiring. the job is nothing fancy or high paying either.
but i'm not sure if other employers are like this too?

I think to be on the safe side, interview attire. Sometimes it looks a bit ridiculous, but better safe than sorry. You can only apply once within a certain period of time after all. The job does not need to be fancy or high paying for you to dress respectfully - and that's what it's all about really, showing respect and that you're taking it seriously. Though, depending on the situation and type of work environment you're applying for, you may want to tone it down a bit or kick it up a notch. Just use your own discretion, really.

kiwee · 05-23-2008, 02:45 AM

quick question, can I apply online *for metrotown* for a job...like in retail..my past and ONLY work experience is being a vendor at PNE selling food...does that count as retail? I might try to apply for "The children's place" at metro or coach..haha TY!

biwi · 05-23-2008, 08:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kiwee

quick question, can I apply online *for metrotown* for a job...like in retail..my past and ONLY work experience is being a vendor at PNE selling food...does that count as retail? I might try to apply for "The children's place" at metro or coach..haha TY!

yes you can. i applied online on their website once, they have these job postings listed on their website. im not sure if it counts as retail, but it still involves customer service.

05-19-2008, 04:28 PM	#1 (permalink)
Fragrance Full Member Join Date: Aug 2006 POSTS: 215 Buy/Sell Rating: 0 Thanks: 1 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	dropping off resume/application forms i'm planning to drop off my resume and fill out some job application forms next week. should i just go there and ask for the manger and give them my resume or should i just fill out a application? i'm not sure what to do :S

05-19-2008, 05:28 PM	#2 (permalink)
bumbleybumbley Full Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Vancouver POSTS: 602 Buy/Sell Rating: 0 Thanks: 22 Thanked 17 Times in 13 Posts	Re: dropping off resume/application forms Different places will have different procedures. Some places will require you to fill out an application and some don't. Sometimes they will want your resume AND want you to fill out an application, so just bring your resume wherever you go and always ask for the manager.

05-19-2008, 08:41 PM	#3 (permalink)
shadesofgrey Full Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Vancouver POSTS: 81 Buy/Sell Rating: 0 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: dropping off resume/application forms For the places that require an application, it's a good idea to check out their website to see if they have it up, print it and fill it out at home before going to apply. That way, you won't have to feel rushed or unprepared. But regardless, it's always a good idea to check out the company's website and get some background information about the company before applying anyway. =)

05-19-2008, 08:47 PM	#4 (permalink)
bombshell Mallvibes Elite Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: vancouver POSTS: 3,185 Buy/Sell Rating: 2 Thanks: 7 Thanked 51 Times in 47 Posts	Re: dropping off resume/application forms it takes a lot of time filling out applications if they give you one. sometimes it's best to get them all at once and sit in the food court and fill them out or even take them home and bring them back the next day. that will also give you a chance to ask if the manager is there or what day they will be in. from my own experience make sure you bring all your information. for references they usually ask about previous or current jobs: name, company, manager name, address, phone number, years/times worked, reason for quiting, etc... also for education. i remember back when i didn't have a cell phone and my resume was a beginners trail... i would get so frustrated that i didn't have the phone numbers or address of the company. ALSO... bring a pen =) __________________ checkout:

05-19-2008, 08:57 PM	#5 (permalink)
pinkpeachz Moderator* Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Burnaby POSTS: 2,286 Buy/Sell Rating: 0 Thanks: 59 Thanked 46 Times in 39 Posts	Re: dropping off resume/application forms =] ^ exactly what she said! __________________ laughter is the best medicine

05-21-2008, 10:32 PM	#6 (permalink)
definelove Full Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Vancouver POSTS: 138 Buy/Sell Rating: 0 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: dropping off resume/application forms do they care what you're wearing? because in the past i've usually worn what i would normally wear to a interview when i'm dropping off my application.. my mom takes in the resumes and applications where she works and she told me if she sees a person wearing something casual she'll just tell them they're not hiring. the job is nothing fancy or high paying either. but i'm not sure if other employers are like this too?

05-23-2008, 02:45 AM	#8 (permalink)
kiwee Full Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: vancouver POSTS: 200 Buy/Sell Rating: 0 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: dropping off resume/application forms quick question, can I apply online for metrotown for a job...like in retail..my past and ONLY work experience is being a vendor at PNE selling food...does that count as retail? I might try to apply for "The children's place" at metro or coach..haha TY!

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