This document provides guidance on creating a portfolio to support one's job search and networking efforts. It recommends including work samples, accomplishments, references, licenses, and other documents to demonstrate skills and qualifications. The portfolio can be shared during interviews to illustrate organization and expertise. Additionally, the document offers tips for holiday networking through emails, phone calls, and informally connecting on social media. The overall goals are to empower job seekers and help them express their talents and experiences to advance their career search.

1. Portfolios & Networking
brought to you by
Bruce A. Bennett
Career Coach Corner
August 11, 2021

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Career Coach Corner
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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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Introduction
MCWN Volunteer since 2010
MCWN Contractor since 2018
Career Coach Corner Blogger & Presenter
B² Discuss LinkedIn Podcast
General Notes for Today
My contact info is on last slide
Presentation file will be available on SlideShare
Workshop is interactive
Social Media Revolution

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Overview
Elements for compiling a portfolio
Sample documents
Holiday networking
Suggestions for verbal & digital
Goals
Understand how much you accomplished
Provide a tool for your job search
Empower you to be a better networker
Express yourself more eloquently
Share experiences and ask questions

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Portfolio can mean
A case for carrying loose papers
Collection of stock and securities
An organized presentation of an
individual's education, work samples,
and skills

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Create a document
Word, PowerPoint, Publisher
Google Docs
SlideShare or other online storage
Presentation folder, 3 ring binder or notebook
Assemble Originals
Scan original documents or make copies
Hole punch copies or use sheet protectors
Use dividers to separate categories of
materials

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KISS Principle to begin
Work samples, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Copies of reviews
Creative work, digital imaging, marketing
features and benefits sales sheet
Volunteer experience & projects
Handwritten notes
Photos

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Master resume
Customized resume for specific application
Cover letter
Career summary, goals & mission statement
List of accomplishments
Features and benefits for your employer
Research, Publications, Reports

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Photos
Military records, awards, and badges
Letters of Recommendation
Printed recommendations from LinkedIn profile
Conferences, seminars and workshops
Transcripts, Degrees, Licenses & Certifications
References List

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During the interview process
Use it to illustrate organizational skills
Showcase talents or expertise
Demonstrate ability to provide a solution
Casual Meetings
Networking Events

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Intro page to my portfolio

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Synovate Customer Satisfaction Product

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Synovate Customer Satisfaction Product

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Presentation at

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D & B Continuing Education Seminar

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Pioneer Fen & Dutch Creek Restoration

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Email
Phone call
Social Media
Coffee meet
Informational Interview

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Tools to network
Business cards
Resume
Mobile phone
Handbill
Speaking up

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Smile
Hi or hello
Simple Introduction
I help people get the most out of their
computer at work, what do you do?
What do you hope to accomplish today?
How can I help you?
Can I ask you more about….?

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Stay focused on the person you are with
Use an ice breaker or question to start
Ask open ended questions
Limit meaningless small talk

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Send them a personal greeting
Ask open ended questions
e.g. Has 2020 been challenging for your career?
e.g. Do you have holiday plans?
e.g. What are you looking forward to in 2021?
Let them know you are in job search
Pay it forward

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Hi Bill,
We have not connected in some time so I
wanted to say hello and wish you a merry
Christmas. Has 2020 been challenging for
your career with Covid-19?
Regards,
Bob

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Hi Bill,
I have survived most of this year but find
myself in job search mode now. Let me
know if you hear of any opportunities for a
Customer Service Manager/Supervisor.
Perhaps I can help you if you find yourself
in a career transition in the future.

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Hi Bill,
I found your recent post in the ________
LinkedIn group very interesting. Would
you have time to chat more about ______
and your company? My experience is with
_______ at ________
Let’s connect on LinkedIn.
Bruce

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Job Clubs
Library Events
Business meetings
Community & volunteer activities
Daily business
All the time

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Eventbrite
Trade shows and conferences
Meetup
Networking events
Network After Work
Hobby interests
Social Media
My blog

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Network After Work

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Network After Work

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https://www.illinoisworknet.com/DownloadPrint/Letter_Portfolio_FINAL.pdf
http://www.manifestyourpotential.com/work/take_up_life_work/8_get_hired
/how_to_create_awesome_work_portfolio.htm
http://www.quintcareers.com/job_search_portfolio.html
http://amby.com/kimeldorf/portfolio/

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Tom W. – Customer Service Professional
Attended workshops & was hired after 3 interviews
Richard S. – Project Manager
Attended workshops and incorporated learnings to get hired
Liz F. – Graphic Design
Attended my workshops, reworked resume & LinkedIn and offered job
Rick P. – Sales Professional
Improved his profile after workshops & 1on1 critique
Elena B. – Manufacturing
Attended sessions and worked 1on1 to get job offer
I want to add your name to the list!!

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August Calendar of Events & Services
Personalized Job Search Assistance Services
To sign up, request the professional directly by email
Resume Critique
Mock Interview
LinkedIn Critique

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LinkedIn for Your Job Search
Monday August 16, 2021 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
LinkedIn Strategic Guidelines
Wednesday August 18, 2021 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Resumes, Cover Letters and Applying Online
Wednesday September 1, 2021 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Network to Success Job Club
Job Search for Over 50
Wednesday September 8, 2021 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Guide to a Winning Interview
Monday September 13, 2021 from 10:00am to 12:00pm

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Feel free to follow up or
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
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Time for general questions and/or discussion
How is your job search progressing?
Can you share a recent networking situation?
Who would like to share a target company?
Have you done any recent job applications?
Anyone do a prescreen call or interview recently?
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