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The Interview Isn’t Over Until You Write A Thank You Note

February 7, 2023February 6, 2023 by Angela Dodd

Two women sitting at a table during a job interview

When the interview is over, it’s never really over. Sending a thank you note after an interview can really set you apart from other job applicants, however, what you say in that note can even influence hiring decisions. According to a survey by Accountemps, 80% of hiring managers find post interview thank you notes helpful when reviewing candidates. Yet, only a fourth of hiring managers ever receive thank you notes from applicants, meaning taking 10 minutes to compose such a note to the interviewer is one of the easiest things you can do to set yourself apart.

By sending a thoughtful thank you note, you are signaling you’re a serious candidate who respects the interview process and all the time and effort that goes into it.

What to say in a thank you note:

+ A greeting that details your appreciation (the “thank you” part).

+ Something specific about the interview or items discussed. If you promised to follow up on an answer or additional thoughts on a topic, be sure to do so in this section.

+ Why you see this role as an exciting opportunity

+ A brief explanation of why you’d be a good fit for the job. This is your chance to sell yourself – don’t be shy!

+ Next steps and your contact information

Mistakes to avoid in a thank you:

+ Making it generic or identical to the thank you’s you sent to others you interviewed with at the company

+ Confirm that you have the company and interviewers name correct

+ Keep it concise — no more than a page. This should read more like a memo

+ Sending too soon or too late. Be sure to reflect and put thought into the note, but don’t take too long as the interviewer may feel you aren’t eager or really interested.

Occasionally, you may want to go old school and send the note via snail-mail (however, 94% of HR managers say it’s appropriate to send a thank you note via email) . But that largely depends on the culture of the company you you’re applying to. If they emailed you, you’re fine emailing. If they reached out by phone or mail, consider putting your note in the post.

Any way you choose to send your note, it is important that you only send one to each person following each interview round. You don’t want to overwhelm or inundate the interviewer with multiple thank you’s.

The Post- Interview Thank you Template

Here is an email template of a short and sweet post-interview thank you note.

A Final Thought

If you don’t hear back right away, that is okay. We recommend waiting 5-7 days before following up. You can reply to your original email expressing interest one more time. If there still isn’t a response or feedback within the time they promised, you may want to consider taking this as a red flag about the workplace culture you may be dealing with.

Respect and communication are important from the start and the employer is not the only one interviewing (Avoid Job Regret and Interview Your Future Employer) . It is just as critical that you take note of what they say – and don’t say – during the interview process and reflect on your holistic experience before accepting an offer.

4 Trends That Will Make Your Resume Stand Out

September 18, 2022September 18, 2022 by Angela Dodd

Writing your resume can get pretty intimidating. After all, this single piece of paper is a major deciding factor in whether or not you even get a shot at that job you’ve been eyeing for so long.

According to Glassdoor the average job opening attracts 250 resumes, which means there are at least 249+ people out there competing with you.

This further reiterates the significance of creating a resume that helps you stand out among the hundreds of applicants out there.

So how do you stand out? And what exactly do recruiters in the Food and Beverage Industry want to see?

Here are 4 resume trends you need to follow in 2022:

Using action words (not buzzwords)
- On your resume, action verbs show readers you accomplished something at your past jobs, you weren’t just “responsible for” it. Instead you “streamlined” or “coordinated” or “executed” it. You got the job done and you achieved something in the process. But be careful, not all action verbs are as strong as others. For example, words like “led” or “handled” may have their place on a resume (sparingly) but don’t give the reader any details about how you did it. Did you lead by assigning work to a team; by creating a road map for a project; by organizing resources, people, and deadlines; or by doing some combination of the three?

Including a resume headline and summary
- A recruiter spends less than 60 seconds looking at your resume, therefore, you need to quickly articulate your value and achievements in a succinct way. Using a headline and summary quickly catches the readers eye, draws them in, and gives them a reason to continue reading down the page.

Tailoring your resume to each position (yes, every time)
- First things first: sit down and really read the job description. Go through and highlight the points that seem important and the points that you could speak to with your experience and skills. Next, with your newfound knowledge of what the hiring manager is looking for, take your resume, find the experience that would make him or her most excited about your application and re-work the document so that’s what’s at the top. Tailoring your resume means finding what is most relevant, creating a section for it, and filling it up with experience or qualifications that will catch a hiring managers eye. If that means nixing “work experience”, creating a “Marketing and Social Media Experience” section, then throwing everything else in an “Additional Experience” section, then so be it.

Prioritizing your story in a personal statement resume
- The personal statement is a short paragraph that sits right below your contact information at the top of a resume. It sums up your experience, goals, and skills with confidence. Think of your resume’s personal statement like an extended tagline for your career. If working this statement into your resume format seems difficult, try one of our Females in Food proven resume templates.

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Pro Tips For A Successful Job Search

November 1, 2021 by Angela Dodd

“Fall Seven Times, Stand Up Eight”

Feeling like your job is at a standstill? That it just doesn’t seem to be moving in any direction? – You feel stuck, performing the same uninspiring tasks day in and day out, waiting to be challenged? Feeling your self-confidence slipping away as others around you are promoted? Familiar with the feeling? If you are eager and excited about moving up and becoming more of a key player in your company and actively seeking opportunities to do so then Females in Food Membership Community may be what you’re looking for. Tap into a network of women in the industry who can offer you all the guidance and support you need. Take a peek, what have you got to lose!

Job searching made easier

Maybe you want to land your dream job and you have no idea how to go about applying – after all, isn’t it just about sending off your resume and hoping against all odds that they pick your resume? After all, you’ve got all that it takes – or so you thought. Whether you are looking at getting promoted at your current company or ready to apply for that dream job, here are some good tips to start getting noticed at work – Later, we’ll review and revamp your resume and help you stand out in this hugely competitive market.

Do an outstanding job no matter what you do, every day. That will get you seen by your boss and other top leadership because of the valuable contributions that you are adding to the company
Volunteer your services and use your skills so that management and co-workers see what an invaluable asset you are.
Don’t be confrontational and try to get along with everyone: Treat others as you want to be treated.
Help co-workers if you think they might need some assistance without expecting favors in return – do it just because you are kind and want to.
Become an expert in a particular area because people turn to problem solvers, from peers to upper management. Look for great opportunities where you can apply these skills, then volunteer for projects where you can show them off.
Continuously prove that you are the best thing that happened to your company! Not just one time. Every day when you go to work, you need to show your boss your value.
Always remember that your career is your responsibility. Continuously strive to improve yourself, and work to define your career aspirations and plans. Share this with your boss, asking for his or her help and support. Register for classes, seminars, conferences, etc

Making you and your resume stand out

At last you find the dream job you’ve been searching for. You want it desperately but there’s going to be plenty of competition applying for the same position. How do you make yourself stand out to recruiters and hiring managers? Here are some helpful reminders:

First, how does your resume look? It is important that your qualifications match the job you’re applying for. An appealing all-important cover letter should be next on the list. You’ll need to highlight your professional qualifications so that they match the hiring requirements. What you are offering needs to be presentable and match with the networking sites you might be on, i.e. LinkedIn, Facebook.
Use your connections to boost your search – they could bolster your resume or even get you an interview. Don’t procrastinate when you see something you want – go for it!
Practice your interview that might come – do you know everything about the company you want to join when they ask you questions? Are you ready with the right interview clothes so you look professional? Remember, first impressions count and you want yours to be positive!
Always follow up with Thank You Emails! It’s a small gesture that goes a long way in helping you stay memorable.

Modern job searching is constantly evolving. It’s no longer the simple format of applying for the job and hoping to get a call for an interview. It is rare to get offered a job after simply putting in an application, going to a job interview, and getting an offer. Today’s job market is a very competitive, network-driven job market. A successful woman will have used a variety of strategies in order to reach her goals. She will establish a social presence; she will target companies she wants to work at, and she will have made it easy for employers to find her online.

Look what the experts say are key tips to successful job searches today in the competitive marketplace

Keep your résumé short and concise: The experts say that the hiring managers and the computer algorithms they use to sift through all the resumes are rapid. That means you need your CV to be one that reads quickly and is in small bites., using key terms. Today, typical CVs are scanned in a matter of 6-10 seconds. Use just one contact email address, one phone number, and your LinkedIn profile URL, for example.
People consider hiring a coach so that they are up to date with video interviewing skills. As you know, many employers rely on video conferencing for long-distance screening interviews. That means lots of job seekers use coaches so that they can excel in their video interviews.
You may not have known this, but in the last couple of years, LinkedIn has been one of the key platforms for connecting employers with qualified candidates. When you have a sharp LinkedIn profile, it is considered by some as being even more important than having a great résumé.
Go beyond the usual: If you want to impress your boss, you need to differentiate yourself from others. These three things will set you apart:
- Your attitude
- How you treat others
- How you act when you think no one can see you

When you’ve landed the job, here are fab ways to make and keep your good impressions at the workplace

Be a trailblazer – forthcoming with new ideas, originating new proposals, not being afraid to make your own tracks.
Keep people informed because then you save them from distractions, speculation, and rumors.
Be the go-to person – That really does make a big impression – a person of value.
Think Long-Term While everyone is worrying about today’s problems, be the one to think about the solutions for tomorrow. Be sensitive to issues and trends before they become a problem.
Speak with confidence, sharing what you know, letting others know you can be helpful and supportive.
Be an initiator because making an impact means seeing what needs to get done and taking the initiative to do it.
Be an active listener by paying attention to what people say. Focus on the speaker instead of thinking about how you will answer.
Go the extra mile and do your job with excellence.

With this positive mindset, you will be able to take on tasks with enthusiasm and pleasure – it will take you far. By taking the lead by serving others, not only will you stand out, but you will leave strong and lasting impressions behind!

Turning the Tables: Avoid Job Regret and Interview Your Future Employer.

July 20, 2021 by Angela Dodd

You know the feeling well. There’s that little niggle in your tummy on the first day of your new job… did you make the right choice?

Before too long, you’re swept up in the learning curve of the new role, meeting your team and getting to understand who’s who. But, the shine doesn’t last does it? That niggle returns, the politics creep in, the overtime starts adding up and the promotion slips even further away.

You may not have done all your research and might be feeling like it’s now too late… You’re stuck in a role you’ve only been in for a few months and you’re too fearful of the resume damage that might occur if you throw in the towel. What could you have done differently? How could you stop this from happening again?

It’s all down to a shift in mindset…

Don’t just go in promising everything

Too often, we head into interviews solely ready to sell ourselves. We’re so focused on what we have to offer the company, that we don’t think about what they are going to do for us, for our lives, for our careers.

“It’s not what you can do for your company, it’s about what your company can do for you.”

This is all down to a mindset issue – desperation, a feeling of ‘lack’ and a concern for security. Sure, we have bills to pay, but wouldn’t it feel better to have those bills paid by a company you morally align with? Does the industry you’re heading into conflict with your environmental beliefs? Are the working hours anti-social or inflexible? Just because you’ve been invited for an interview, does not mean that they are the right fit for you.

Take some time to think about what’s important to you – you could even write yourself a list of non-negotiables for any job role you apply for. Remember, you are an asset, not a cog in the machine.

Health benefits

It’s not enough, these days, for companies to offer statutory sick pay and nothing else. In our highly intense working environments, stress and poor mental health are more prevalent than ever. Whilst you may not have suffered from these issues in the past, it doesn’t mean that you’re immune for the foreseeable future.

Many companies are integrating a number of ‘mental health days’, in addition to their illness provision – allowing employees to take some downtime before stress and poor mental health starts to impact their work. 95% of employees who have taken time off due to stress, named another reason – such as an upset stomach or headache. What’s more, less than 30% of employees feel comfortable talking to their managers about their mental health.

Before you sign on the dotted line, ask to see their mental health manifesto or support plan. Look for concrete answers and examples of their commitment to this within their company ethos and your contract.

The questions YOU should be asking

Think it’s all about getting their questions right? No ma’m! Make sure you check how well the company you’re interviewing for tallies up. Ask questions to understand if the company personally aligns with your goals, whether that’s childcare, flexible hours, the option to work at home, transport initiatives or health care. If they can’t answer on the spot, invite them to follow up in an email. It might seem intimidating to turn the tables, but it actually shows integrity and a level of wider awareness.

Within the Females in Food Job search Accelerator, we provide a 72+ question guide on what questions you should be asking during an interview. To download, sign into the lounge or become a member today.

Be brave, be demonstrative

Have you ever come up against an interview question that starts with: “Give an example of a time when…”

Yuck! Such a toughy, right? Well, your interviewers should be able to answer the same type of questions about their company or role. If you’re concerned about the environmental impact, ask them for examples of sustainable initiatives or eco-schemes. Looking out for diversity? Ask for their gender, race and nationality ratios.

Don’t be scared to hunt out the facts you need to make your decision. No one wants to walk in on their first day to find themselves in a place that simply doesn’t reflect their own agenda – that’s a shortcut to disenfranchisement.

Align your values

In your personal life, what matters to you? Spending intentional, tech-free time with your family? Reducing your plastic intake? Sourcing sustainably sourced materials for your home?

Whatever it is, there is no reason that this shouldn’t translate into your workplace. As a vegan, are you concerned about how the canteen is managed? As an advocate for equity, are you asking questions about diversity, inclusion, and equity within the hiring process? As a woman, do you have concerns surrounding harassment or childcare provision? As a parent, are you conscious of how work-life affects your home life?

Before heading to an interview, or even before applying for a role, take the time to work on your non-negotiable values… and stick to them.

Make an impression in the first 90 seconds

Sure, you’ve heard this one before. You have the first 90 seconds of your interview to make an impression – but so often we focus on that impression being one of a polite, capable and well-meaning employee. What if we flicked the switch and started presenting ourselves as trail-blazing, confident and ground-breaking individuals with a strong moral code and high expectations? How would that look for you?

What would you have to say in the first 90 seconds of your interview to leave the interviewee with the impression you actually want them to have?

As part of Females in Food, we provide a job search accelerator program, as well as giving you a community of women to bounce ideas off inside the membership community. If you’re transitioning into a new role or are interviewing for one, why not delve into some of the support we’ve curated for you.

Step-by-Step Guide to Writing a Cover Letter

July 7, 2021 by Danielle Doolen

A cover letter is a compliment to your resume. While your resume lays out the facts of your professional experience, like job titles and accomplishments, your cover letter is meant to tell your story and convey your personality. It’s a way to make a first impression on your potential employer, so the goal is to make it unique and memorable.

Typically, a cover letter is structured into three to four paragraphs: introduction, one to two body paragraphs, and a conclusion. But since there’s no official format, you can get creative as long as your cover letter is organized, is a good representation of you and your experience, and is only one page.

If you’re wondering where to start, we broke down how to write a cover in ten easy steps.

Step 1: Keep it Short

Just like your resume, your cover letter should be no longer than one page. Ideally, it will include three, maybe four, paragraphs that highlight you, your relevant experience and skills, and why you’re the right person for the role. Remember, your cover letter should not be a duplicate of the information on your resume.

Step 2: Add Your Header

If you’re attaching your resume online via an applicant tracking system or email, lead with a header that includes your name and contact information. You can even make the header mirror your resume to keep it consistent. Make sure to include the date you’re sending your cover letter either in your header or immediately following. If you include your cover letter in the body of an email, include your contact information after your signature.

Step 3: Identify the Hiring Manager

Always, always, always address your cover letter. It can be to the hiring manager, recruiter, someone in human resources, or anyone else you believe is in charge of making the hiring decision. Using a generic salutation is a bit stiff and archaic. The goal is to customize your cover letter to each job you’re applying for, and that includes the greeting. Make sure to also include their contact information before the salutation.

Step 4: Determine the Appropriate Voice and Tone

You’re going to want to tailor your cover letter to match the voice and tone of the company and position you’re looking to land. If they’re more traditional and formal, stick to that. If they operate under a start-up mentality, get a little more creative. Do your research by checking out their website and social media to get a feel for what would be appropriate.

Step 5: Include Keywords Where You Can

Similar to writing your resume *include link to resume article*, including keywords in your cover letter, can be the difference between an applicant tracking system picking your information out of hundreds of applicants. Scour the job posting for relevant keywords and terms to include throughout your cover letter, where it makes sense, of course. Don’t overdo it and sound like a robot. If you can naturally weave in relevant skills and experience using the words in the posting, you’re going to up your chances of getting your application in front of the right people.

Step 6: Craft an Attention-Grabbing Opening Line

There’s no need to start your cover letter by introducing yourself; whoever is reading it already knows your name from your application or resume. The opening line of your cover letter should grab the reader’s attention. Start by talking about your love of the company, your passion for what you do, an accomplishment, or get creative! Let your personality shine through from the first sentence and make it memorable.

Step 7: Complete Your Introduction Paragraph

After you’ve decided on your opening sentence, other things to include in your opening paragraph include how you heard about the job, especially if it was through a contact at the company, what position you’re applying for, and why you’re interested in the position or company. The introduction is setting the stage for the rest of your cover letter.

Step 8: Tell Your Story

Your second, and possibly third paragraph, is the meat and potatoes of your cover letter. This is where you want to explain to the reader why you’re a good fit for the role, why you’re qualified, and how you’d add value to the company. Your cover letter should complement your resume, not duplicate it. Don’t worry about stating specific facts about your experience, especially if you’ve already listed them on your resume.

This is your chance to add your personal touch, tell a story about your professional career, and show your enthusiasm and passion for your work. Of course, make sure your examples and anecdotes are relevant to the position you’re applying for. Cover letters are not one size fits all, make it custom to make it stand out.

Step 9: Wrap It Up

The conclusion is where you tie everything together. Reinforce how your skills and experience would make you a great candidate for the role, state that you’d like the opportunity to discuss the position more in person (aka you’d like an interview), and thank the hiring manager or employer for their time. End your cover letter with your signature, either by hand or digitally, depending on how you’re submitting your application.

Step 10: Check Your Spelling and Grammar

There’s nothing worse than submitting a seemingly perfect resume and cover letter only to later discover a spelling mistake or grammatical error. It’s cringe-worthy for both you and the hiring manager. Double and triple check your spelling and grammar before you hit submit. This is your chance to make a first impression on your potential employer, so make it a good one.

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7 Ways to Make Your Resume Better Right Now

July 7, 2021 by Danielle Doolen

7.4 seconds. That’s the average amount of time a recruiter looks at your resume. If you want to have a chance of moving along in the hiring process, it’s crucial to make your resume the best it can be at first glance.

If you’re on the hunt for a new job or are looking for ways to improve your resume, we have seven tips that will help make your resume better right now.

Keep it Short

Resumes are ideally one page. There’s no reason for them to be any longer. It’s all about the quality of content over quantity. Include bullet points that highlight your accomplishments and grab the attention of the recruiter and hiring manager. Your resume serves as a marketing tool to get you the interview, and then once you’re on the phone or in person, you can elaborate on why you’re a great fit for the role.

Utilize Keywords

For many organizations, the first step in the hiring process isn’t the recruiter, it’s the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). An ATS is a software used by recruiters that scans your resume to see if you’d be a good fit for a job based on the keywords you use throughout your resume. To make sure your resume gets past the ATS and into a recruiter’s hands, pay special attention to the job posting and utilize the keywords within the description that apply to your professional experience. This gives you the best odds of moving forward.

Showcase Your Skills

Highlighting your skills goes hand in hand with utilizing keywords. When calling out the specific skills you have that make you qualified for the job, use the key skills referenced in the job description. If you have qualifications from previous employers that are not needed for the new position or aren’t applicable to the job you’re applying to, leave them out. Use the valuable real estate on your resume for skills that directly relate to the requirements of the role.

Highlight Your Accomplishments, Not Responsibilities

It’s easy on a resume to list what job responsibilities you’ve had, but it’s more important to list what you’ve accomplished. For example, if you implemented a new marketing tool, describing this duty may sound like, “Implemented a new marketing platform.” Whereas highlighting this accomplishment would look like, “Implemented a new marketing platform that saved the company $25,000 annually and increased team efficiency by 10%.” Showing growth and savings will highlight how you added value to your previous company.

On this note, quantify your accomplishments whenever possible. If you’re a manager, mention the size of the team you manage. Other ideas include noting if you increased sales or productivity, saved the company money, or substantially grew a KPI.

Remove Irrelevant Details

Just because you had an internship in college, doesn’t mean you need to include it on your resume. This is especially true if you’ve been in the working world for a few years. You likely have more relevant experience that you can focus on. This also goes for jobs in entirely different fields or industries than the one you’re applying for. You can list the job title, company, location, and the dates you worked there, but no need to dive into the specifics because they’re likely irrelevant. That being said, if the previous job is irrelevant but you gained very relevant skills from the position, definitely include those. Always tie the related experience you have to the job you’re applying for.

Check for Spelling and Grammatical Errors

This seems obvious because it is. The quickest way to get your resume passed on is by having typos and grammatical errors. These can easily be avoided by utilizing spell check or a grammar software, like Grammarly. Better yet, have a friend or partner look over your resume. Chances are your eyes are going cross-eyed from editing your resume in detail and you’ll glance over a mistake. A second set of eyes will help catch anything you may miss.

Save It as a PDF

This simple tip will guarantee your resume looks professional every time a recruiter opens it. When you save and send your resume in a word document, the formatting can get thrown off if the person opening it has a different version of the software. Sending your resume in PDF ensures it will always look great and the way you intended it. Bonus tip, make it easy to identify by naming the file your first and last name and resume (i.e. FirstName_LastName_Resume).

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Four Ways to Ensure Your Hiring Process is Equitable

October 15, 2021June 30, 2021 by Angela Dodd

Research from Harvard Business Review shows that women feel they need to meet 100% of the criteria when applying for a job, while men apply after only meeting about 60% of the criteria. This statistic is backed up by LinkedIn behavioral data that shows that women apply to 20% fewer jobs than men because they screen themselves out of the conversation before it even has a chance to start.

So, how can you ensure the next time you’re bringing on a new team member that you’re doing your best to be fair and impartial and mitigate the disparity in these statistics.? Here are four ways.

Write an Inclusive Job Description

How a job description is written says a lot about the company and the job seekers that are likely to apply. It’s the candidate’s initial exposure to the position and the company’s culture and values. Writing your job description can be the difference between attracting a diverse pool of candidates and deterring candidates from applying.

Try focusing on what success looks like in the role and company values and beliefs, instead of a list of job requirements. Use inclusive and gender-neutral language and avoid kitschy jargon like rockstar, guru, or ninja.

Recruit a Diverse Pool of Candidates

Think about where your company is recruiting candidates. If you’re using external means to market your position, consider your partnerships with job boards and local organizations. Are they known to attract diverse candidates? Would a woman be just as likely to see the job posting as a man? Would a member of the LGBTQ community be as attracted to the position as a member of the black community? Dig deeper into the tools you’re using to find your candidates to ensure diversity before you hire.

Remove Bias When Reviewing Applications

Unconscious bias is when a person has unsupported judgments for or against something or someone. This implicit bias reinforces stereotypes even when our conscious mind considers the behavior counter to our own values and beliefs. Unconscious bias is common, especially when reviewing job applications. Ageism, racism, and sexism, amongst other things, come into play.

To remove bias from your hiring process, acknowledge it exists, and actively combat it. Avoid selecting candidates based on name, gender, or age. All qualified candidates should be given a chance to interview for the position without forces outside of their control inhibiting them.

Ensure a Fair Interview Process

The interview process is another crucial time to put your implicit biases aside. Give all candidates a fair and equal chance to showcase their abilities and why they’re qualified for the position. If you’re the hiring manager and you had a part in selecting the candidates, this is hopefully a no-brainer. But if you’re interviewing candidates selected by human resources or you’re not the hiring manager, make sure you’re treating all candidates equally.

Ask similar questions to gauge experience and skill set, and allot the same time and style of interview for everyone. If you’re in a position to influence the interview process, make sure there is a diverse selection of employee representatives conducting the interview. This not only shows the candidate the company practices what they preach, but it also provides the company with diverse feedback on the candidate.