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Been there done that 2015 01 24
The document discusses Steven P. Eschbach's career transitions and offers advice for job seekers based on his experiences. Key recommendations include organizing one’s job search, maintaining professionalism in communications, leveraging networking opportunities, and utilizing online resources effectively. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of a clear personal branding strategy and suggests best practices for resumes and interviews.
Been there done that 2015 01 24
- 1. Been There, DoneThat – Revised & Updated Again & Again & Again & Again (& Maybe Again!) Steven P. Eschbach, CFA Vice President – Investor Relations, Integrys Energy Group, Inc. (for the time being!) January 24, 2015
- 2. Today’s Agenda • Mybackground • Worked at 13 different companies in 41 years • Longest stint – 7 ¾ years (now) • Shortest stint – 3 months (only 2 ½ paid) • 4 career transitions since 1999 • Longest stint – 10 months (kind of) • Shortest stint – 5 seconds • Of note • Twice I had multiple offers outstanding at the same time • My most recent success stories (due to networking) • Still networking today • Selected ideas to assist you along the way • Protocol (how can I help you?) • Web sites (and their respective protocols • Other 21/24/2015
- 3. Selected Idea #1- Organize • Plan your day as if it was a workday • Dress for success (there is no such thing as a second first impression) • Schedule job search activities • Schedule personal activities • Keep a log • Keep track of expenses – tax deductible! 31/24/2015
- 4. Selected Idea #2– Be Professional • Email • Always include full signature block Steven P. Eschbach, CFA 2795 Spinner Court Naperville, IL 60565-4368 630-445-5291 Home 312-550-9965 Cell speschbach@gmail.com • No cute email addresses (HotToTrot@aol.com, ImpressiveStud@yahoo.com) • Display name(preferred view) • Don’t use ‘refer to attached’ without more • Keep message simple (one screen if you can) • “I will call you in the next few days to confirm receipt of this email and to arrange a mutually convenient time for us to discuss my credentials in greater detail.” • Don’t be sending at 2:45 a.m. • Voice mail messages – incoming – separate line for job search • Voice mail messages – outgoing • Be brief • Name, number to start; name number to end • When available – ported cell phone numbers make it unknown as to where you are on the planet. 41/24/2015
- 5. Selected Idea #3– Networking • Face-to-face visibility is key • Attend career transition groups AND professional association events • Focus on 1-3 personal associations and develop these relationships to their fullest (can’t get to know everyone) • Refreshen relationships – vendors, such as graphic design firms, other consultants, etc. • Outside legal counsel/auditing firm • Fact – 4 out of 5 jobs are secured via networking 51/24/2015
- 6. Selected Idea #4– Internet Guidelines • Resources plentiful, but not as effective • Essential to the mix • (Steve Susina’s success is the only one I have heard of} • Be sure to update on a regular basis • When there is nothing else to do and you have satisfied personal (other than job search) activities 61/24/2015
- 7. Selected Idea #5– Internet Resources - LinkedIn 71/24/2015
- 8. Selected Idea #6– Internet Resources - Other 81/24/2015
- 9. Selected Idea #7– Internet Resources – Other – Beware Don’t go online…after 4 glasses of wine!! 91/24/2015
- 10. Selected Idea #8– Internet Resources – Go Yourself 101/24/2015
- 11. Selected Idea #9– Internet Resources – Other – What’s That Noise 111/24/2015
- 12. Selected Idea #10– Internet Resources – Consulting – Establish a Presence 121/24/2015
- 13. Selected Idea #11- Other • Quantify accomplishments – and put in proper perspective • Increased sales 100% sounds good but not if you sold 2 this year versus 1 last year and your quota was 10 • 30-second value proposition – no more than three beach ball • Ask others to describe you and incorporate • Do not omit dates (graduation) and include ALL work experience • Be sure to include summary description of prior companies you have worked for as initial screener is most likely much younger than you • Active listening – answer question asked (paraphrase if needed to be sure you understand) and no more • Interviewer is most likely as uncomfortable as you are • Don’t name your file as Resume.docx; EschbachStevenResumeJanuary2015.docx much better • Search/life balance • Plenty more, but not enough time… 131/24/2015
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