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
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2. 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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3. Bruce A. Bennett
Career Coach Corner
August 12, 2020 3

4. My Background
Media & Marketing Research Career
MCWN Volunteer & Contractor
Career Coach Corner Blogger, Podcaster & Presenter
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.
Poll question #1

5. 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

6. http://www.illinoisworknet.com/

7. McHenry County Workforce Network
August Calendar of Events & Services
Personalized Job Search Assistance Services
Resume Review, Mock Interview or LinkedIn Critique
To sign up, request the professional directly by email
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8. 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

9. 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.)

10. 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 for it
(Mind Tools, n.d.)

12. Self analysis
 Positive thinking
Set goals
 Measure success in small steps
Start Stretching
 Increase goals as confidence builds
 Poll question #2
A Daily Confidence Building Step by Admiral McRaven
(Mind Tools)

13. Mind Tools
https://youtu.be/Edor4D-zAkg
7 Psychology Tricks to Build Confidence
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWbX958xwCA
5 Simple Tricks to Grow Your Confidence
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFZk1JE8jRU
How to be Confident in any Situation
Spoiler Alert at the end for Mad Men!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmOAznOQX-g

14. 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

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

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

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

18. “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

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

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

21. 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

22. 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 Centuri?
What animal or tree would you like to be?
Five Interview Confidence Building Tips by Don
Georgevich

23. 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

24. Mary M. – Educator
Changed her resume after Resume, CL & ATS workshop and got 9 interviews
Stefanie S. – Pharmacy Technician
Prepared effectively after Winning Interview workshop and was hired
Terri A. – Accounting Professional
Attended webinars and negotiated her position
Lucille G. – Real Estate
1on1 critique, attended my workshops and offered job
Val M. – Retail Supply Chain
Incorporated my recommendations from workshops & 1 on 1
I want to add your name to the list!!
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25. LinkedIn for Your Job Search
Monday August 17, 2020 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Click here to register in advance for this webinar
LinkedIn Strategic Guidelines
Wednesday August 19, 2020 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Click here to register in advance for this webinar
NTS Job Club – Job Search for Over 50
Wednesday September 9, 2020 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Click here to register in advance for this webinar
Resumes, Cover Letters & Applying Online
Wednesday September 14, 2020 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Click here to register in advance for this webinar
Guide to a Winning Interview
Wednesday September 16, 2020 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Click here to register in advance for this webinar
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26. Poll question #3
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

27. 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/
Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/b-squared-linkedin
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28.  Whose job status was affected by Covid-19?
 Who would like to share a target company?
 Recent job applications?
 Anyone have a prescreen phone call or
interview recently?
 General Questions, Discussion or Comments
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