The document outlines strategies for effective job searching, emphasizing self-awareness as the foundation of a successful career. It highlights the importance of networking, creating a strong resume and cover letter, and preparing for interviews with confidence. Additionally, it offers resources and tips for engaging with potential employers and following up after interviews.

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2. The One Stop Job Shop The Job Search : Start with the beginning…you! The Market : I am the CEO of Me Inc. The Resume : The brochure of your corporation. The Interview : The tough questions are easy…when you know the answers. The Thank You : Use your southern hospitality. Questions and networking.

3. Decide Who You Are Before Deciding What You’ll Do Think of money as your reward for performing your passion. (What’s your passion?) Reduce your competition . Insanity=Doing the same thing, yet expecting different results. Know who you are and what you bring! Your package is your first work sample. Resume, cover letter,image and thank you letters.

4. Define Yourself or Be Defined Now is the time to set your standards. Tap into the hidden career market. Networking, career fairs, cold calling. Cold calling … shy, well..get over it. Develop your sales pitch ..do you have one? “Five reasons why you should hire me.”

5. Where Are Those Jobs? Networking 55% YellowPages 30% Centers 10% Want Ads 5%

6. Develop Your Market Library: business indexes industry/location. www.jobfox.com . www.jobcentral.com www.TheCareerEngineers.com/job.html www.indeed.com www.Yellowpages.com, Internet listings: The Jobs Sources Networking, (PTA’s, worship centers, recreational, organizations & associations).

7. The Power of Cold Calling The Who, What and How Who is in charge of hiring? What positions are you recruiting for? Be prepared for a mini sell. What type of person are you looking for? What is the application process? How can a meeting be arranged? Who else in your industry is hiring?

8. As a Man Thinks, So He Is Good resume/not so good resume. Action orientation “what have you done.” Start with an action verb. Visually stunning, balanced format. Professional resume paper and reviewed.

9. People Will Give You What You Believe Five things you must do in an interview. Smile, firm hand shake, eye contact. Dress to impress, sell yourself. Ask for a business card. Interview the interviewers – ask questions. Let them know that you want the job.

10. “I Got the Job” Smile

11. Tough Interview Questions Tell me something about yourself? Why should I hire you? What are your weaknesses? Can you explain why you have been out of work? Where do you see yourself in five years? What are your salary expectation?

12. How to Work a Job Fair Research companies prior to attending. Develop your market – Plan A, B and C. Cover letter for each of your “Plan A’s.” Meet the managers – Sell your business. There is a time to for shyness…this isn’t it! Interview the companies.

13. Bottom Line – Play the Game or Sit on the Bench Thank you letter or card: it’s your choice. You have 48 hours, don’t forget this. Next level, the follow-up call. Persistent not pushy. Assertive not aggressive. Class is always in style.

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