Titir says:

Dear Dr. Kristi,My coworker alayws wants to play chess, chat about some cool web site, or show me some youtube video when I am trying to work. How do I nicely either tell them to let me work, or quickly put up with their interrupting banter.

glenn greenhouse says:

My “Heartfelt Condolences” Jesse.  It’s always tough loosing a loved one….. but memories can last forever.  Your Grandfather will always be around in those memories.  Death is inevitable, but a loved one who leaves us, always lives on. Through family they have touched, loved/been loved by and influenced in some way. 
Be strong and be there for the rest of your family.  Through you and because your the man you are…… you’ve stepped up and have helped make this difficult time, easier for your entire family.
Please express my sympathies to your Dad and the rest of the family.
Sincerely,
Glenn

Denise says:

THANK YOU SO MUCH FABIA.  IT’S APPLICANTS LIKE YOU WHO MAKE ME AWESOME.  LADIES LIKE YOU WITH TOP SKILLS, FLEXIBILITY AND TRUE DESIRE MOTIVATE ME TO GO THE EXTRA STEP……… TO FIND YOU THE PERFECT JOB. 



I JUST DON’T UNDERSTAND SOME APPLICANTS! NO JOB, NO OTHER INCOME,  OWE RENT, BILLS ETC…… YOU OFFER THEM THE OPPORTUNITY TO GO ON GREAT HIGH PAYING JOBS 55K ++.   BUT SINCE THEY WOULD BE EXPECTED TO WORK WEEKENDS IN THE SUMMER AND HAVE 2 DAYS  OFF DURING THE WEEK,  THEY WON’T EVEN CONSIDER IT. 

THEN YOU GET THE APPLICANTS WHO ARE SMART, BUT MAYBE DON’T HAVE THE PERFECT SKILLS, BUT WOULD WORK ANY HOURS AND DAYS AT A LOWER  RATE. THESE ARE HUMBLE PEOPLE WHO ARE GRATEFUL TO HAVE A JOB. I JUST

DON’T UNDERSTAND.

 

Tiffany says:

 
Your Initial Interview at Greenhouse
 
 
 
As the person who sits here at the front desk, greeting new applicants, I see many different people walk through this door. Some are dressed to the nines, with a professional resume, a leather briefcase and a whole package of reference letters and certificates. Others arrive with less preparation, but great attitudes, confidence and the ability to tell our Placement Specialists about their qualifications. Many of these folks leave with an interview, or two, set up, or in the works.
 
 
 
Unfortunately, there are many people, who arrive here unprepared in one way, or another; these folks often have to return to our office, or email us with the vital information that they forgot in the first place. By not preparing for the initial interview, these applicants delay their opportunity to meet with our clients and to possibly leave with a new job.
 
 
 
Here are some tips as to what to prepare, how to dress, and what information to have with you when you meet with our Placement Specialists:
 
 
 
·  Remember to bring a resume – Even if you don’t have the ability to create a perfect resume, it is important that you create a sheet of paper noting the dates you worked,  the name of the family/business you worked for and a list of things you did for them. Although you will be completing an application, most of our clients ask to see the applicant’s resume so they can clearly see the employment history.
 
 
 
·  Try to get reference letters – While having the phone numbers of your former employers is important, as we do make sure to check all references, we prefer if you can get written reference letters from the people you’ve worked for.  These letters do not have to be long, but having them adds to your “Applicant Package”, making you more appealing to your prospective employers
 
 
 
·  Don’t forget your IDs at home – Unfortunately, many people arrive at the office, and realize that they have forgotten their IDs at home. People almost always carry their Driver’s Licenses with them, but don’t usually walk around with their Social Security Cards, or Green Cards. Remember that we will need to keep your IDs on file, so get them out of the drawer and bring them with you!
 
 
 
·  Dress appropriately – Although we do not require anyone to dress up in a suit, a dress, or a tie, to meet with us, it is very important that you dress presentably when meeting with a Placement Specialist.  There are two reasons that your presentation is important.  First, often, our counselors are able to get candidates an interview with a family or two, the same day; however, we can not send you to meet with a potential employer, if you are not dressed “interview ready”. More importantly, your attire says a lot about who you are. Your chosen wardrobe will help our Placement Specialists see that you are prepared, and serious about seeking employment.
 
 
 
DO WEAR:
 
 
 
o       Black pants or dark, clean and crisp jeans,
 
o       Flat shoes
 
o       A button-down shirt, shirt with a collar
 
o       Light makeup (women)
 
o       Well trimmed nails.
 
 
 
DO NOT WEAR:
 
 
 
o       Dirty, grungy and/or ripped pants or jeans
 
o       Big, flashy jewelry
 
o       Heavy bright makeup, long nails, or wild hairdos
 
 
 
       Remember, first impressions count; and you never have a second chance to make a first
 
       Impression!
 
 
 
·  Don’t be shy – The other day, we had a lovely lady here looking for a job.  Because she came from a different country, she was shy about opening up and telling us about herself in English.  It was hard to draw out information from her at first, and I was worried that we wouldn’t be able to help her, because she wasn’t telling us about her experience and qualifications.  After Denise, our Senior Placement Counselor spent sometime with her and got her to relax, we found out that she was a college educated woman with many years of solid experience, working for prominent families. After her interview, we had options for her; and she left our office with a smile on her face.
 
 
 
Remember that we are here to assist you. Meeting with a counselor at Greenhouse, shouldn’t make you nervous.  We want to help you find work.  We want to place you with the best family possible; and in order to do so, we need you to tell us about what you can do, and what you have done.  Our counselors ask you each question for a specific reason.  Often we have unique jobs for specific backgrounds.  The more you tell us, the more we can help you.
 
 
 
Good luck on your interview! I look forward to assisting you!
 
 
 
Tiffany
 
 
 
 
 

Jesse says:

It’s been an intense week for me and it ends with my grandfather’s funeral tomorrow morning. Please send him good thoughts. He was a good man and an inspirational grandpa for me. R.I.P. Joseph Vanacore Sr.