THE EIGHT-STEPS OF GETTING A JOB

1. Sending out the resume

2. The Telephone call of inquiry

3. Reference checking by the employer

4. The personal interview.

• Know as much as possible about the church and pastor
• It will probably start with "small talk"
• They ask questions
• You ask questions

5. The meeting/dinner/interview with the "board" or committee.

• Learn names and roles
• Be outgoing (it is what leaders have to do)

6. Their decision

7. Informing you (by telephone)

8. Your decision

TELEPHONE TIPS:

1. You never know when they'll call.
2. Shut doors, quiet baby, shoo away roommates.
3. Keep a copy of the marked resume close to the phone.
4. Make your voice communicate cheerfully and positively.
5. Get rid of weird/cute messages on your answering machine.
6. Make them "fall in love with you."
7. Get the name and address…
8. Send a thank you note immediately following the call.
9. Don't mumble… don't suck the phone mouthpiece.
10. Smile-while-speaking -- it'll help.
11. Sit or stand straight… don't sag or slouch -- or your voice will show it.

INTERVIEW TIPS:

1. Don't bring up salary in the first interview. Let them bring it up
2. If they ask "Any questions" NEVER say no… always ask questions… smart questions.
3. Get a good night's sleep
4. Dress nice.
5. Married or engaged… bring him/her along?
6. Be enthusiastic

What they're looking for…

1. Your personal testimony.
2. "Chemistry"
3. Are you "sharp?"
4. Are you a good "fit" -- do they fit in here with "our type" people?
5. Can you lead? Or are you simply a "good student"
6. Is your attitude positive?
7. Do you have church experience?
8. Who influenced you?