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A Systematic
Approach to the
Job Search Process
Bill Swansen
Director
Employment Assistance
760-525-4260
bill@sellingyourselfintoajob.com
Employment Assistancewww.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
Employment Assistancewww.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
Agenda
•Overview of the Job Search System
•Overview of the Job Search Process
•Discussion of “Best Practices
•Planning
•Prospecting
•Promoting
•Demonstrating
•Closing
•First 90 Days
•The System
•Q&A
Employment Assistancewww.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
Assumptions
•Nobody is Trained on How To Find A Job
•Finding a Job is a Job
•A Systematic Approach Works Best
•Use Proven Techniques to Ensure Your
Success
Employment Assistancewww.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
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Planning
Promoting
Demonstrating
Prospecting
Begin Looking
for Your Ideal
Job
What To Do During the
First 90 Days to Ensure
Your Success
Closing
Employment Assistancewww.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
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Planning
Promoting
Demonstrating
Prospecting
Begin Looking
for Your Ideal
Job
Closing
•Self Assessment
•Identify Career Goals
•Develop a Plan
•Determine First Job Objective
Employment Assistancewww.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
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Planning
Promoting
Demonstrating
Prospecting
Begin Looking
for Your Ideal
Job
Closing
Locate Prospective Employers
•Internet Research
•Social Media Marketing
•Industry Associations
•Business Directories
•Personal Network
Employment Assistancewww.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
Internet Research
•Google & Other Search Engines
•Company Websites
Social Media Marketing
•LinkedIn
•Twitter
•Facebook
Business Directories
•Better Business Bureau www.bbb.org
•Local Chambers of Commerce www.uschamber.com/chambers/directory
Industry Associations
Personal Network
Employment Assistancewww.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
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Planning
Promoting
Demonstrating
Prospecting
Begin Looking
for Your Ideal
Job
Closing
Market Yourself
•Resume’
•Cover Letter
•LinkedIn Profile
•Personal Blog
•Twitter
•YouTube
•Skype
•Business Card
•Follow Up Calls
Employment Assistancewww.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
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Planning
Promoting
Demonstrating
Prospecting
Begin Looking
for Your Ideal
Job
Closing
Interviewing
•Preparation
•Managing the Interview
•Follow Up
Employment Assistancewww.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
Interviewing
Preparation
•Research the Company
•Research the Interviewer(s)
•Anticipate the Questions
•Create a List of Questions
•Practice
•Logistics
Manage The Interview
•Strong Greeting & Introduction
•Get a Schedule and List of People You’ll be Meeting
•Ask Questions
•Strong Close
Follow Up
•Thank You Card(s)
•Follow Up Email
•Confirm Next Steps
Employment Assistance
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Planning
Promoting
Demonstrating
Prospecting
Begin Looking
for Your Ideal
Job
Closing
Negotiating the Job Offer
•Salary
•Benefits
•Expectations
•Advancement Opportunities
www.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
Employment Assistancewww.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
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Planning
Promoting
Demonstrating
Prospecting
Begin Looking
for Your Ideal
Job
Closing
What to do During the
First 90 Days to Ensure
Your Success in the New
Position
Congratulations, You’re Hired!
Employment Assistancewww.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
Understand The Job
•Specific Title & Job Description
•List of Duties, Responsibilities & Deliverables
•Start Up Plan
•Reporting Structure
•Metrics
•Development Plan
Select A Mentor
•Provide Guidance
•Get Information
•Ask The “Dumb” Questions
Solicit Feedback
•Supervisor(s)
•Peers
•Others
Network
•Who can Help You in the Job and to Advance?
•Give to Get
•Be Genuine
Employment Assistancewww.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
The System
Finding a Job IS a Job
40 Hours Per Week Schedule
•Working Part Time
•Volunteering
•Networking
•Job Search
Schedule Activities
•Leverage “Best Practices”
•Prospecting
•Promoting
•Follow Up
•Interviewing
The Benefits of Repetition
•Reduces Work & Time Required
•Increases Quality
•Builds Confidence
Employment Assistancewww.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
Q&A
Bill Swansen
Director
Employment Assistance
bill@sellingyourselfintoajob.com
760-525-4260
Employment Assistancewww.sellingyourselfintoajob.com
Thank You
Bill Swansen
Director
Employment Assistance
bill@sellingyourselfintoajob.com
760-525-4260

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