Everyone has doubts while they are in a job search. Learn how to strengthen your self-confidence in life and job search. The process begins with small steps and positive thinking that we will explore in the session. You can apply these principles throughout the days and weeks ahead to gain confidence from day to day.

1. Bruce A. Bennett
Career Coach Corner
August 9, 2023 1

2. Bruce A. Bennett
Career Coach Corner
August 9, 2023 2

3. NTS
Resource for job seekers
Learn, inquire and advance
Support
Network
A group of individuals
Shared industry, position or interest
Informational interview – Chat about role
This is why you network
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4. August Career Workshops & Services
Personalized Job Search Assistance Services
Resume Review, Mock Interview or LinkedIn Critique
To sign up, request the professional directly by email

5. Network to Success Job Club - Building Confidence
Wednesday August 9, 2023 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
LinkedIn for Your Job Search
Monday August 14, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
LinkedIn Strategic Guidelines
Wednesday August 16, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Resumes, Cover Letters & Applying Online
Wednesday September 6, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Guide to a Winning Interview
Monday September 11, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
NTS Job Club - Elevator Pitch & Other Job Search Tools
Wednesday September 13, 2023 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm 5

6. Rich K. - Sales
Patti P. - Executive Assistant
Jackie L. - Financial Industry
William V. - Sales
Kenya B. - Financial Industry
Steve F. - Financial Industry
Mary B. - Retail
I want to add your name to the list!
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7. My Background
MCWN Volunteer since 2010 & Contractor from 2018
Career Coach Corner Blogger & Presenter
B² Discuss LinkedIn Podcaster
General Notes for Today
A copy of deck is available on SlideShare
Workshop is interactive
My contact info is on last page
Presentation followed by networking session
Share experiences, ask questions, seek advice, etc.

8. Outline
Defined
Recognizing the need
Confidence building & actions
Vision and Optimism
Building career transition confidence
References and suggested material
Goals
You are not alone
Recognize your mindset
Identity easy action steps

9. A feeling or belief that you can do something
well or succeed at something
A feeling or belief that someone or something
is good or has the ability to succeed at
something
The feeling of being certain that something will
happen or that something is true

10. Low self-confidence behavior
Dismissing compliments offhandedly - “It was easy to do;
anyone could have done it.”
Working hard to cover up mistakes
Fearing failure & avoiding taking risks
Modifying your behavior based on what others think
(Mind Tools, n.d.)

11. High self-confidence behavior
Accepting compliments graciously - “Thanks, I really worked
hard on that proposal”
Admitting your mistakes and learning from them
Taking risks and going the extra mile to achieve more
Doing what you believe is right, even if mocked or criticized
(Mind Tools, n.d.)

13. Self-analysis
 Positive thinking
Set goals
 Measure success in small steps
Start Stretching
 Increase goals as confidence builds
A Daily Confidence Building Step by Admiral McRaven
(Mind Tools)

14. Derek Halpern - How to be more confident
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TduT4-Z-uEQ
Mind Tools
https://youtu.be/Edor4D-zAkg
7 Psychology Tricks to Build Unstoppable Confidence
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwbzHI-ZoAo
5 Simple Tricks to Grow Your Confidence
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFZk1JE8jRU
How to be Confident in any Situation - Spoiler Alert for Mad Men!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmOAznOQX-g

15. Stop comparing yourself to others
Keep your thoughts positive
Accept all compliments with “thank you”
Find positive input
Associate with positive people
List your past successes
Celebrate your qualities
Do good deeds for others
Find your passion
Be yourself and be proud of it

16. Personal Hygiene
Monday best
Revisualize yourself
Self-analysis
Be generous
Positive actions
PMA - Positive Mental Attitude
Eliminate negative thinking
(Babauta, L.)

17. Smile
Set standards
Posture
Competence building
Speak confidently – slow it down
Goal setting & achievement
Do away with a bad habit
Solutions – issues not problems
Scout’s motto – Be prepared
(Babauta, L.)

18. Give of your time
Be grateful
Exercise
Knowledge building
Stop procrastinating
Active lifestyle
Start small
Clear off your desk
(Babauta, L.)

19. “Believe in yourself! Have faith in your
abilities! Without a humble but reasonable
confidence in your own powers you cannot
be successful or happy”. Norman Vincent Peale
Power of Positive
Thinking
by Grow Successful

20. Visualize yourself in a positive light
Prepare mentally for situations
Muscle memory & mind memory
Laugh
Smile

21. Glass half full or empty?
Silver lining behind dark cloud
When opportunity knocks, open the door
Failures provide learning opportunities

22. Research the company and position
Prepare story examples that illustrate skills
Interview practice with family, friends, etc.
Have work history and reference details
Take several copies of resume

23. Standard questions
Why did you leave your last job?
What have you done since being laid off?
Behavioral type questions
How did you handle a difficult situation with a supervisor?
Tell me about…..
Oddball questions
How far away is Alpha Centauri?
What animal or tree would you like to be?
Five Interview Confidence Building Tips by Don Georgevich

24. Resume
Examples of your work
e.g. Spreadsheets, Memos, Proposals, Presentations
List of accomplishments
Letters of recommendation
Military service
Certificates, Degrees or Licenses
Transcripts and/or continuing education classes
Volunteer activities
Thank you notes from vendors/clients
Recognition photos or completed team projects

25. Halpern, D. (2013, May 30). How to be more confident (use this technique).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TduT4-Z-uEQ
Babauta, L. (2007, December 9). 25 killer actions to boost your self-confidence.
http://zenhabits.net/25-killer-actions-to-boost-your-self-confidence/
Cuddy, A. (2012, October 1). Your body language shapes who you are | Amy
Cuddy | TED Talks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ks-_Mh1QhMc
Mind Tools. (n.d.). Building self-confidence: Preparing yourself for success!
Retrieved from http://www.mindtools.com/selfconf.html
Grow Successful Channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClH7jNaN8mrgTdYczffwtOw
Denzel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FB9i7P9Zs4
Don Georgevich 5 Interview Confidence Building Tips You Forgot
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tE1nTef_4o
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=How+to+Be+More+Confident

26. Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn
Bruce A. Bennett
Mobile: 815-302-9552
Email: BABennett73@gmail.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/bruceabennett
Career Coach Corner Blog: http://bruce73.wordpress.com/
https://bruce73.wordpress.com/upcoming-presentations/
Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/b-squared-linkedin

27. Time for general questions and/or discussion
Give a short introduction about yourself
Name and most recent position and/or industry
Time frame you have been in the job search
Target or Ideal company to work at
How is your job search progressing?
Are you encountering roadblocks or obstacles?
Can you share a recent networking situation?
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