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Cold calling for work

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Started by kelly30888 · Fri, 27 Feb 2015 · 2:08 PM · 3 replies · 8,711 views

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kelly30888 Original Post ⏱ Fri, 27 Feb 2015 · 2:08 PM ·💬 7 posts
Hi guys,

I am studying Cert 3 in Education and care. My first preference is to get work in a centre as an assistant. To do this I am thinking about ringing centres and speaking to the director about my skills and asking if there are any openings.

Does anyone have and suggestions on how I can do this successfully? Even if there is nothing now, what could I do besides sending my cover letter and resume so remember me and call me if they do have a position come up?

Anyone else had success doing this? I was thinking about walking in but I didn't want to interrupt. I know people are busy at work.

The second option is to ring up and ask for placement.
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zaves ⏱ Sat, 28 Feb 2015 · 9:03 PM ·💬 5 posts
You can always register with an agency as a casual to at least get your foot in the door. Good luck!
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Lorina ⏱ Sun, 1 Mar 2015 · 5:05 AM ·Founder ·💬 14,530 posts
When calling and speaking to the director get their centre email address and send a follow up email in regards to the conversation you had. You can make the email subject something catchy like: RE: CERT 3 Qualified - Available To Work ASAP. In the email thank the director for taking the time to talk to you and that you are very interested in working for their centre and provide your contact details again and mention if there is anything available that you'll be interested in the position.

While sending a cover letter and our resume you could also send a passport size photo. I know it's not necessary to include but I think it's a handy trick to use to make a good first impression. You can also include a "business like card" which has the date your qualification and your contact details. If I was a director and got this I can pin it to my notice board for the future reference.

Just sharing some ideas,

:geek:,
Lorina
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kelly30888 ⏱ Wed, 11 Mar 2015 · 4:12 PM ·💬 7 posts
They are great tips.

Thanks Lorina and Zaves.
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