How to get a job referral from JC.

USMCmech

USMCmech

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I've walked several resumes in to my boss for guys here, and so have many others. But I've also been spammed by guys I don't even know asking me to give them an inside track to a job. Now that good jobs are starting to become available here's a few tips on how to get your resume seen by the right people.

1. Have a post count over single digits. Sorry lurkers, if I've never heard of you, or seen you make any contribution to this site, then why on earth would I go the extra mile for you.

2. Don't be a jerk. "But he's a real nice guy in real life." I hope so, but again why would I stick my neck out for somebody who can't be civil with the others on this site. I don't have to agree with you religious/political/union views as long as we can discuss them like adults.

3. Learn to write in English. Pay attention to the grammar/spelling police when they call you out. They are trying to help you. Keep txt tlk to a minimum, it's hard for us technology dinosaurs to understand.

4. Meet the minimums for the job in question. No matter how much I like you I can't change the FAA's 135 minimums. And, no corporate outfit is going to lower theirs unless you are married to the bosses daughter.


You would be amazed how many people can't follow these simple steps.
 
Re: How to get a job referal from JC.

Excellent (ref. OP).

The good ones will understand, the others will continue to weed themselves out. :cool:
 
USMCmech said:
I've walked several resumes in to my boss for guys here, and so have many others. But I've also been spammed by guys I don't even know asking me to give them an inside track to a job. Now that good jobs are starting to become available here's a few tips on how to get your resume seen by the right people.

1. Have a post count over single digits. Sorry lurkers, if I've never heard of you, or seen you make any contribution to this site, then why on earth would I go the extra mile for you.

2. Don't be a jerk. "But he's a real nice guy in real life." I hope so, but again why would I stick my neck out for somebody who can't be civil with the others on this site. I don't have to agree with you religious/political/union views as long as we can discuss them like adults.

3. Learn to write in English. Pay attention to the grammar/spelling police when they call you out. They are trying to help you. Keep txt tlk to a minimum, it's hard for us technology dinosaurs to understand.

4. Meet the minimums for the job in question. No matter how much I like you I can't change the FAA's 135 minimums. And, no corporate outfit is going to lower theirs unless you are married to the bosses daughter.


You would be amazed how many people can't follow these simple steps.
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Notice to people: Read this. Then re-read it.

Good stuff here.
 
MikeD said:
Notice to people: Read this. Then re-read it.

Good stuff here.
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cum'on . . . I've got 323.76 hours and I'd been told I's teh perfect airliner cpt'n! My momma an all her frinds done told me that . . im the expection to the ruler. if not your an **s!

:beer:
 
all that. Ive gotten a couple of PMs from people with like 10 posts. Waste of time. Why would anyone refer anyone they dont know?
 
Don't have a signature line that says props are for boats while applying to a company that flies only turboprop aircraft.
 
I've been told I'm the best pilot in the world by everyone that's flown with me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I SWEAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!




haha
if I had a nickel for every time I've heard that one
 
Also keep in mind that when someone refers someone for a position, they are not only giving you an "in" they are putting their reputation on the line as well. If I were to walk someones resume into HR, HR will want to know WHY i think this person should be hired.

So remember, just like the OP said be civil, and even AFTER you get a call or an interview, you better continue being a bright spot for the company. One of my worst fears is I recommend someone and they turn out to be a complete pain in the butt.

At any rate, heed the first post and dont make anyone regret the decision after the fact as well.
 
USMCmech said:
I've walked several resumes in to my boss for guys here, and so have many others. But I've also been spammed by guys I don't even know asking me to give them an inside track to a job. Now that good jobs are starting to become available here's a few tips on how to get your resume seen by the right people.

1. Have a post count over single digits. Sorry lurkers, if I've never heard of you, or seen you make any contribution to this site, then why on earth would I go the extra mile for you.

2. Don't be a jerk. "But he's a real nice guy in real life." I hope so, but again why would I stick my neck out for somebody who can't be civil with the others on this site. I don't have to agree with you religious/political/union views as long as we can discuss them like adults.

3. Learn to write in English. Pay attention to the grammar/spelling police when they call you out. They are trying to help you. Keep txt tlk to a minimum, it's hard for us technology dinosaurs to understand.

4. Meet the minimums for the job in question. No matter how much I like you I can't change the FAA's 135 minimums. And, no corporate outfit is going to lower theirs unless you are married to the bosses daughter.


You would be amazed how many people can't follow these simple steps.
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:beer::beer::beer:

Plus giving a person a recommendation can be a pretty big deal at many companies. If you stick your neck out for a guy to help him get a job, it can reflect very poorly on you if the guy turns out to be a complete schmuck.

Great post!
 
Excellent post. I've done my best to help several people on here and it hasn't burned me yet. If you contribute then that goes a long way.
 
All of what has been said so far is excellent advice.:clap:

Now, let's see how I am doing with regard to the original post.

1. Post Count > 9? check

2. Nice Guy? check (or at least I think so)

3. English Proficient? check

4. Minimums? depends on the job, but I just surpassed 1500TT

Anybody want to stick their neck out for me and offer an internal recommendation?:D

Either way, if anyone is ever in the Florida panhandle let's meet up and grab a beer (or six!) :beer:
 
USMCmech said:
2. Don't be a jerk. "But he's a real nice guy in real life." I hope so, but again why would I stick my neck out for somebody who can't be civil with the others on this site. I don't have to agree with you religious/political/union views as long as we can discuss them like adults.
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Why do some people feel it necessary to have a JC "alter ego." Be who you are in real life on the forums, on the phone, etc. I am frankly sick of hearing this on these forums. If you can't be yourself here, than don't bother showing up here IMHO. I just can't stand that crap!
 
mshunter said:
Why do some people feel it necessary to have a JC "alter ego." Be who you are in real life on the forums, on the phone, etc. I am frankly sick of hearing this on these forums. If you can't be yourself here, than don't bother showing up here IMHO. I just can't stand that crap!
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:yeahthat:
 
USMCmech said:
3. Learn to write in English. Pay attention to the grammar/spelling police when they call you out. They are trying to help you. Keep txt tlk to a minimum, it's hard for us technology dinosaurs to understand.
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If by "technology dinosaurs" you mean "people who speak English". Aside from a recent attempt I noticed in a Burger King drive thru telling me to "LOL @ HUNGER", no professional takes txtspeak seriously.

jerrywhite7 said:
cum'on . . . I've got 323.76 hours and I'd been told I's teh perfect airliner cpt'n! My momma an all her frinds done told me that . . im the expection to the ruler. if not your an **s!
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Pssh. The guy who walked across the runway for his new job gets them all in three sentences. Not bad!

mshunter said:
Why do some people feel it necessary to have a JC "alter ego." Be who you are in real life on the forums, on the phone, etc. I am frankly sick of hearing this on these forums. If you can't be yourself here, than don't bother showing up here IMHO. I just can't stand that crap!
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Heh. Such is the nature of the internet, and always will be.
 
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