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Introduction to your job search
- 1. Introduction to search Building the foundation
- 6. The system Introduction Build the foundation of a successful search Adapting a winning mindset What to expect How to work Materials you will need Enrollment Establishing communication channels Time management Job search folder on your computer Using the Contact Sheet Tracking contacts on the Tracking Log Compiling contact lists Sorting your contact list Positioning Who you are and what you want Assess skills and values Creating “your story” Track salary history and potential red flags Define search goals and objectives Networking opportunities Volunteering and reconnecting with what’s important Action Plan Putting it all together Creating a resume that supports your story Building your target company list Creating your marketing plan Tracking your progress Implementation Job search survival Reaching out to your network The networking circle Personal grooming and appearance Interview preparation and planning The salary question The importance of follow-up Your reference list
Editor's Notes
- Get The Support You Need – Take advantage of all the support tools that are available online and as you go through this manual and conduct your job search. If you are not clear on what you should do and you continue to move forward, your search can get overwhelming and confusing. Be sure to stop and get clarity before you move to the next step. Rely on the system and other support tools available at each step in the process.
- Work On One Section At A Time Until Complete – Be sure to complete each section before moving on to the next. Stay on track, don’t skip ahead and be sure check off each item on your list and finish each assignment before you go to the next section. Stay focused and make a commitment to complete all sections. It will position you for a successful search and allow you to take full advantage of each aspect of the system.
- Take The Initiative – You are the one responsible for your search, no one else. Go into your search with a sense of purpose and an end in mind. Be focused on the information and be proactive in completing each task. Don’t wait, just do it!
- Be Teachable And Learn From The Process – This is all about you, make the most of it and allow this process to work for you by being teachable and willing to learn. This process won’t help those not willing to accept help. This can be a an introspective process. By being teachable you will grow and potentially learn new things about yourself and your career. Be flexible to adjust your thinking and approach your search with a purpose to learn more about yourself. You will undoubtedly get a job; learn from this process so you get the “right” job.
- Maintain A Positive Attitude, No Matter What – Your attitude determines your altitude, so keep your chin high and have fun throughout your search. Embrace and appreciate where you are today. The job search can be an emotional rollercoaster ride so hang in there and keep the end in mind. Take the advice of almost every past job seeker that will tell you they are better off today than before. That will happen to you too!! Have faith You are embarking on a very important journey. This is a journey. There will be ups and down. Don’t let yourself get frustrated. Remember to celebrate the small successes Don’t worry that it’s not going fast enough. As long as you are making measurable progress within a reasonable time frame– You will make it happen! There will be “ups” and “downs” in your search so don’t ever get too frustrated that it’s not going fast enough and don’t forget to celebrate the small successes.
- Opinions Are Everywhere – It’s important to realize that not everyone is a professional resume writer or job search consultant. If you ask for someone’s opinion, be prepared to get it and act accordingly. You don’t have to act on everything you hear, in fact, if you do it will drive you crazy and you will get more and more confused about what you should do. Be careful about what advice you should take and what you should leave behind and always make certain it aligns with this system. Consider the source. Place a higher value on expert advice. For instance a hiring manager will most likely provide better advice than a fellow job searcher.
- How can you be? It’s not what you do for a living. As you begin your search, you will soon find out that there is a lot to learn about the process and it can be somewhat overwhelming. Don’t worry if at times you feel lost or confused, you found a job before and you’re valuable enough to the marketplace that you will find a job again.
- Every well executed goal has a plan. This manual is designed to walk you through the necessary steps to develop a plan for a highly effective search. Without a plan, it will be difficult to determine the appropriate activities you should conduct in your search. But some activities are more valuable than others. For instance job boards only 20% effective (Erick insert the actual stat here) You will be much more effective if you establish a plan and stick to it.
- Take Responsibility – You will quickly find out that there are lots of different resources that can benefit you throughout your search. Don’t rely on anyone to find you your next career but YOU. Accept the help when offered (as long as it contributes to your goals), but don’t let others control your steps. If you do, you may be waiting along time to get a response. Remember, it’s NEVER someone’s job to get you a job.
- Finding a job is your job and it should be conducted with diligence and a sense of urgency. Wake up early, take a shower, where business attire, work hard and if you’re busy stay late and put in some overtime.
- Timing Of Your Search – Be patient. Track your progress using the tools we provide and focus on making and hitting the goals you set for yourself. It will rarely happen fast enough so stay on track and understand it will take time. You will always be better off taking your time to find the “right” job than just any job, otherwise you may find yourself in another job search sooner than you’d like. 10-15 hrs is part time 30-35 is full time
- Determine where you are going to be doing the work – dining room, kitchen table, home office, etc. Discuss why it’s important to have a place to do your work. Establish some consistency Maintain some privacy Sets yourself up for success Your telling yourself that you are taking your search seriously
- Establish the tools that will be necessary to conduct your job search – computer, phone, etc. Computer with an Internet connection Microsoft Word – the standard format for letters and resumes, Adobe Acrobat also provides consistently in your format A Land Line phone with long distance A cell phone is fine for short conversations only Some basic office supplies We’ll cover some of those items later in this session
- Locate all the documentation that will assist you in your search Your old resumes and bio’s Past performance appraisals Emails of praise Your work portfolio ex. Marketing professional or graphics designer Articles you may have written or were named in Reference letters Past assessments or psychological profiles Any other information you can use to define your accomplishments, successes, skills, values, etc Don’t do anything with it yet!