WHY should I attend the Winter 2014 Career Fair?

Why should you attend ANY career fair? Why not just apply online?

Here’s why:

Applying for a position online will give you no more than 2 percent of a chance at the job, and getting hired is about personal connections, says Paul Bernard, founder of a career management consulting firm in New York City.

A huge majority of job seekers are using online postings to apply for jobs, while not utilizing other sources, which could make it hard to stand out.

Also, 55-80% of jobs are filled without any online posting!

Let’s be honest. Online, you have a name, but no face. You’re one of many sending (long) resumes and cover letters. In person, you have a chance to make a good impression. Spend no more than 10% of your job search online – get out there and make a good impression at our Winter 2014 Career Fair!

Keep reading! My next post will feature tips on how to stand out at your next career fair.