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PRESORTED STANDARD PERMIT #3036 WHITE PLAINS NY Vol. V No. XVIII Thursday, May 5, 2011 Westchester’s Most Influential Weekly Job Hunting Page 2 Outcry Cuomo Page 5 Northern Westchester Page 8 The Spoof Page 10 Sounds of Blue Page 12 Habeus Corpus The New Sheriff Page 12 Census Bureau Data of Cyberspace Page 14 By Carlos Gonzalez - Page 17 Redistricting Page 20 westchesterguardian.com Page 2 The WesTchesTer GuardIaN THURSDAY, MaY 5, 2011 Of Significance Feature Section ...........................................................................2 Featuresection cover ........................................................................................2 Books ........................................................................................5 Job Hunting in Tough Times, 2: Community Section ...................................................................5 eye On Theatre .......................................................................5 Northern Westchester .............................................................8 By Robert Scott education .................................................................................9 surviving a job interview it’s the receptionist’s job to discourage unin- The spoof ..............................................................................10 is almost a lost art: here are vited visitors, the word “appointment” can work some tips for getting through magic. It’s always better to arrive a little early for ed Koch Movie reviews .......................................................11 the ordeal successfully: First an interview. If you are too early, ask the recep- Music .....................................................................................12 impressions are important. tionist not to announce you until just before the surveys show that within the first two minutes time for your appointment. Truth and Justice ....................................................................12 of an interview, the person who has the power a good impression made on the receptionist Government Section ...............................................................14 to screen--and reject or hire you--will have can pay handsome dividends. and a polite made a decision. Nothing will make a stronger “thank you” and a smile work wonders. You will campaign Trail ......................................................................16 first impression on an interviewer than your have made an important friend if you do get the albany correspondent ..........................................................17 appearance. job. People usually notice your hair first. If you’re a smoker, don’t light up, even court ......................................................................................17 regardless of its length, keep it scrupulously though ashtrays are everywhere. Many people economic development ........................................................18 clean and natural looking. unless you already are allergic to tobacco or have strong feelings know the company is very laid back and operates about smoking--especially about inhaling the OpEd Section ...........................................................................21 in a casual mode, you can’t go wrong if you select smoke of others. remember, the reception area Legal Notices ............................................................................23 the most conservative clothes you own. Informal, is the receptionist’s “office.” athletic footwear is a no-no. Do’s and Don’ts in the Interview If you don’t own quality, well-tailored clothing, a basic outfit is always a good invest- When you meet the interviewer, you need ment. The rule is to dress as tastefully as possible. only to say your name, followed by “how do you Moderation is the key. Men should avoid too do?” Be prepared to shake hands if the interviewer much jewelry, such as heavy gold bracelets, neck- proffers a hand by keeping your right hand free. laces and earrings. For women, low-cut dresses, Most interviewers will be looking to see if you stiletto heels and overdone makeup are taboo. look them in the eye. You’ll be nervous, of course. Leave plenty of time to get to an inter- don’t bring anything but your portfolio, brief- Westchester’s Most Influential Weekly view. showing up late signals casualness about case or purse with you to the interviewer’s office. commitments, and will hurt your chances. Never tell jokes. don’t use slang or jargon. don’t name-drop or argue with any statement made by Guardian News Corp. Your Interview Starts with the Receptionist the interviewer. and never chew gum. P.O. Box 8 Introduce yourself, clearly stating your name always be observant and on the lookout for and that you have an appointment. Because signals--clues that will promote the sharing of New Rochelle, New York 10801 Sam Zherka , Publisher & President RADIO [email protected] Senator Stewart Cousins On the Level Hezi Aris, Editor-in-Chief & Vice President with Narog and Aris [email protected] New rochelle, NY -- senator andrea stewart-cousins is richard Narog’s and hezi aris’ guest on the On the Level radio show heard between Advertising: (914) 562-0834 10 am and 11 am this Tuesday, May 3rd. she will be their guest during the News and Photos: (914) 562-0834 first half hour while the second half will have the co-hosts discuss the impending budget hearings Fax: (914) 633-0806 that will surely captivate the listening audience. The show is heard live on WVOX-1460 aM on your radio dial and worldwide on www.WVOX.com. Published online every Monday Peter Kiscak will discuss gasoline price zoning issues on May 10th; downtown Waterfront Print edition distributed Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday B.I.s. director steve sansone is on May 17th; Mayoral candidate chuck Lesnick is on May 24th; Marie Khury will discuss economic development issues as they relate to the Kingsbridge Graphic Design: Watterson Studios, Inc. section of The Bronx on May 31st. June and July are also booked. wattersonstudios.co For those who live and breathe radio, listen to hezi aris on Good Morning Westchester when he and the host, Bob Marrone, discuss all things Westchester at 7: 35 aM. Listeners and readers are invited to send a question to [email protected] for possible westchesterguardian.com use prior to any shows’ airing and even during the course of an interview. The WesTchesTer GuardIaN THURSDAY, MaY 5, 2011 Page 3 FEATURE information between you and the inter- The Sticky Question of Salary viewer. show a positive attitude--be warm, Never begin a discussion of salary. When was the last time courteous and respectful to everyone. Be salary should only be discussed and enthusiastic, smile readily and radiate agreed upon after you receive a job offer. If you dealt with energy. Basic enthusiasm is one of the most asked about the salary you are seeking, be important qualifications for most jobs. In prepared to state a salary range, rather than general, showing aggressiveness and asser- a fixed figure.a s part of your pre-interview Lexington Capital Associates? tiveness in the job interview will enhance homework, find out what the going rate is your chances--but don’t overdo it. for jobs in your area. Newspaper ads may Interviewers come in many types, from someone who never lets you get a word in offer some clues. If this is your first full- edgewise to the one who just sits and stares time job, be careful not to express concern at you. The interviewer may start by asking about salary. remember, most beginners a disconcerting, almost foolish question don’t have much bargaining leverage in like, “What can I do for you? Or “Tell salary matters. me about yourself.” In such situations, it’s Look for exit cues. These can range a good idea to remind the interviewer of from something abrupt like “Thank you for your initial letter and résumé. If the inter- coming in” to silence and a vacant preoc- viewer hasn’t produced them, be prepared cupied stare on the part of the interviewer. to present another copy of your résumé. don’t ask, “am I taking too much of your Be careful to keep the theme of your time?” If that thought occurs to you, it’s conversation to “here’s how I can help clearly time to make your exit. Leave with the company,” rather than “What can the the promise to send any additional mate- company do for me?” This means that rial requested during the interview or the you should have some idea of what the trial assignment you may have been given. company does or what it makes and, with do not ask whether you may see the inter- any luck, what its needs may be, so you can viewer again, unless a subsequent interview tailor your responses. and do not interview is suggested. the interviewer. It’s unseemly to explore job perks and company benefits before you’ve Follow Up--but Discreetly been offered a job. Immediately after the interview, the In your presentation of yourself, try to best follow-up is a short letter expressing emphasize the personality traits employers your thanks. The worst follow-up is a are looking for: dependability, commit- phone call to find out “if any decision has ment, stability under pressure, loyalty, been made about the job.” If you played determination, and organizational ability. your cards correctly, be secure in the a winning personality and intelligence can knowledge that your eagerness and vitality usually compensate for a lack of specific job showed through during the interview. experience. don’t bother mentioning that If you do receive a job

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