PATRICE & ASSOCIATES OF LONG ISLAND CITY

Preparing For Your
Phone Screen

Congratulations you've got our attention!

We are excited to learn more about you!

We've laid out 3 Steps below to help make our partnership successful.

We know that we have not yet made a match with you and a job, but it is critical that we move quickly and efficiently to make that happen.

Step 1, Screening Questions will help us get a head start on our call, which you should've already scheduled if you're on this page.
Step 2, Professional References should be ready to go BEFORE our call, that means you've already identified 3 colleagues and are ready to supply their name, phone, email, title & company information.
Step 3, Resume, Accomplishments & KPI's will depend on your existing Resume. We will evaluate that and work with you to add substance if necessary. Nevertheless, we present all Resumes in a consistent form to our clients, so we'll look for metrics like Annual Sales Volumes, Food Costs, Labor Costs, etc.

GET PREPARED

The Early Bird gets the worm!
Prepare To Be Early

These are 3 actions to take NOW that will put you on the fast track to being presented to a Hiring Manager.

But at least 2 actions are valuable preparations for your job search in general.

Prepare Yourself Now!

Step 1

Save time by answering some screening questions Now

This will help speed up the process and give us more time to focus on our call.

Step 2

Have 3 Professional References Ready for Phone Screen

We MUST check your Professional References & Verify your Employment BEFORE you can be presented.

Click Here to See Tips Below on References

Step 3

Fill-In gaps, add any missing substance & simplify

Verify that your Resume is updated, complete, and we'll help you add measurable accomplishments & Resume formatting.

Click Here to see Tips on Accomplishments

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Regular Check-Ins

We check-in with your regularly to see how you're doing.

Goal Setting & Career Path Advice

We can provide advice and access to resources to help chart your course.

Interviewing Guidance

We often know what our clients expect and can advise how to ace an interview.

Personalized Resume Writing

We will make your resume tell your story while showing clients your value.

Opportunities Local and Nationally

We have many openings throughout the country at any given time.

Access to Exclusive, unposted jobs

We often have multiple opportunities that may be suitable for you in the same market.

Have Your
References Ready!

IMPORTANT:

Here are tips to keep in mind when putting together a list of References (Preferably Professional):

Ensure those you choose as references know you're providing them as References beforehand.
Determine what they will say about you to ensure it will be positive - consider helping them with what to say.
Be selective with who you provide, ensuring they give a good impression of themselves.
Don't forget to thank them for agreeing to provide you with a good reference.

Show Employers
Your Value Effectively!

Guidance designed to get your Resume to GREAT!

Accomplishments should be included and have the following elements:

Quantifiable Achievements - For example, "Increased sales by 20% in 6 months".
Relevant to Job (if possible) - Experience that aligns with requirements of the job.
Relevant to Employer (if possible) - Experience that aligns with company's mission / values.
Include Action Words - Some examples are: Achieved, Led, Improved, Implemented, Developed.
Provide Context & Scope - Ensure accomplishments have context, like what problem did they solve, how serious were the problems.
Results-Oriented - Rather than focusing on tasks and responsibilities, the focus should be on results, impact and any value you've delivered.
Honesty & Accuracy - Last but NOT least don't exaggerate and ensure you're able to credibly & confidently talk about any claims you make.

Preparing For YourPhone Screen

The Early Bird gets the worm!Prepare To Be Early