Dear Readers, I often
have people who I’ve met at church contact me because they want to write a
book. Laneshia is one of those people. I try to meet with each one. Sometimes I
can’t because of my writing schedule, but I could meet with her. Most of those
people aren’t anywhere ready to write a book. But when we met, she came
prepared, and we were able to look at what she had and move forward quickly.
There are so many people looking for jobs, and her easy-to-read book is a
valuable tool to help them get a job.
Welcome, Laneshia. What
would you like for our readers to know about you personally?
I am very passionate about people. I find joy in helping
others. I have a motto, “see the need … meet the need”!
Tell us about your
family.
My father is a jazz musician, but has also had the same job
for almost 40 years. My mom is a stay-at-home wife who is the best homemaker
I’ve ever met. I am the oldest of three girls and the aunt of two nieces and
one nephew. My family is hard-working, reliable,and very involved in ministry. I
have a wonderful husband who supports my every endeavor, even the things that
make him nervous, and we have an adult daughter. I am learning the tough part
in raising her but letting her fly. I am grateful that we are known for good
character and integrity.
Have you written
other nonfiction books?
This is my first book. I never thought I would write, but
what better way to reach an audience!
Do you have any other
books in the works right now?
Not at this time, however I am open to whatever God would
have for me to do.
What kinds of hobbies
and leisure activities do you enjoy?
I love to sing. Coming from a family of musicians and
marrying a musician as well helps to keep my singing hobby pretty active. I
also enjoy going to new places and trying new restaurants. I am always on the
prowl for a new dining experience.
Readers, her husband
plays in our worship band at church. Laneshia, why did you write the featured
book?
Working in human resources and recruiting over the past
several years has given me the desire to reach out to those who may seem to be
underprivileged in the areas of education and the career. I have talked to many
individuals who were clueless in the job interview process. I wrote this book
from my heart to the jobseeker, who needs to brush up on interview skills.
What do you want the
reader to take away from the book?
This book is designed to make you laugh at yourself and
learn from the mistakes you have made. Even if you feel confident in your
interview skills, you can use these tips to keep you aligned with general
office etiquette.
Is there anything
you’d like to tell my readers about you or your book?
Ultimately, I want you to know that my heart is for helping
people. This is the sole purpose of me writing this book.
Please give us the
first page or two from the book.
1 ATTITUDE
Interview Tip #1
When you have an interview, the moment you arrive, you are
being watched. It is always a great idea
to be kind to the people who greet you at the front desk! Drop your bad
attitude in the trash! YOU need the job, they already have one! #interviewtips
As a hiring manager, I have seen many good people with bad
interview habits walk through my door. Interviews are perfect observation
grounds for both the front desk staff and potential coworkers to study how you
act in a professional office environment. From the moment you walk through the
door of the building, you are being judged by front desk personnel who are
often considered the “face” of the organization. If you have a bad attitude,
leave it at the door. Be kind to everyone you meet in your prospective next
job. You never know who may have input in the hiring decisions being made. Interviews
can be a nerve-wracking process, but being prepared both physically and
mentally will ease the nerves and increase the chances of you leaving the
interview with a job.
Successful candidates know that anyone they interact with
once they step foot inside the building can be a steppingstone or roadblock
towards being considered for a position. Candidates may only think to put their
best foot forward when trying to impress hiring managers, but forget about the other
people that are also important facets of the organization. There was one
particular occasion where a candidate I interviewed was one step away from the
hiring process, but disclosed to a lower level employee that he was wearing
nail polish, a forbidden item on the company dress code. The lower level
employee immediately reported his findings back to the hiring managers and his
offer was immediately rescinded. Lower level employees, such as receptionists
and front desk personnel, can be a liaison between hiring managers and other
upper level management. Receptionists can be the first interactions between
candidates, and their impressions hold more weight than some candidates may
think in the hiring process. At a previous job, my employer had a system in
place designed to weed out undesirable candidates. Transportation
representatives would deliberately interact with the potential candidates to
gauge their personality and stress level. The transportation representatives
kept mental notes of their interactions with candidates and reported their
findings back to the hiring managers. The candidates who were rude or had
dismissive attitudes were not hired and were not even allowed to continue to
the next step in the hiring process.
As you can see,
Readers, this is valuable information. Laneshia, where on the Internet can the
readers find you?
You can find me at my website www.laneshiafentress.com or my
Facebook and Instagram page which is Laneshia Fentress or my twitter handle
which is @favoredfentress.
Thank you, Laneshia, for sharing your book with us. I hope all the readers who have someone in their families looking for a job or seeking a better position will get a copy.
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9 comments:
Thank you for sharing your platform with me Lena. I am looking forward to meeting some amazing people here on your blog!
Invaluable information.
Mary P
QLD AUSTRALIA
Enter me!!
Conway SC
Even if we aren't job hunting, this sounds like a great resource for all of us!
Connie from KY
cps1950(at)gmail(dot)com
This book sounds like it will be a help to most. Thank you for sharing and thanks for the giveaway.
Brenda in Va
Thank you Mary!
Laneshia Fentress
Brenda,
It is my true intention to help people. Even if one feels as if they are in a place where they don't need the information, we all know someone who does. Thank you for sharing your comment.
Thank you Connie! I hope you get a chance to read and share it.
Well wishes to you in the contest!
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