This presentation explores the steps a young adult/teenager might take to step up the job search.

1. Nancy Anderson
Blackbird Learning Associates, LLC
Blackbirdlearningassociates.com
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2.  Changes in the Job Search Process
 Assessment Tools and Transferable Job Skills
 Resources
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3. Today
Internet
Resume’s and app’s are on-line
Resume’s may be read electronically
The best chance to find a job is through networking
Too much volume to receive a response
Multiple targeted resumes
Take care protecting personal info, especially with the internet
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4.  National Unemployment Rate: 7.3%
 Ages 16 -19: 20.2%
 Ages 20 – 24: 12.4%
**Bureau of Labor Statistics Chart A-10. Unemployment
rates by age, sex, and marital status, seasonally
adjusted. Modified May 2, 2014.
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5.  A consistent, concise, error free resume
 A succinct resume that answers the question, “Will
this resume get me an interview?”
 Do your homework on companies/jobs
 A Statement that describes your career target
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6.  Include Job Competencies
 Include Key/Job Specific Words
 Focus on Measurable Achievements
 Include Technology and Accompanying Buzz
Words or Jargon
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7.  The life and work skills that transfer to
another job.
 Skills that are transferable across a
range of jobs.
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8. Retail Sales Computer Support Specialist
High School diploma usually needed
Tact and patience to deal with difficult
customers;
An interest in sales work;
A neat appearance;
The ability to communicate clearly and
effectively
Associate degree /BA or experience
Assist users or customers with
computer problems
Strong communication and problem
solving skills
Strong analytical skills
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9. Name of Activity Role
Swim Team Captain: Leadership, teambuilding
Swimmer: Teambuilding, tenacity,
problem solving
Food Pantry Delegation, organization,
communication
Year Book Written communication, organization,
problem solving, project management
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10. Activity Role
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11. Job Competencies –
(Skills, Knowledge,
Abilities) inc.
Transferable Skills
Enjoy
(√)
Accomplishment Skill
Level
(H, M,
L)
Communication: The
skillful expression,
transmission and
interpretation of
knowledge and ideas.
Speak
Write
Teach/train/facilitate
Speak another language
Negotiation/persuading
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12.  What are the three top words to describe this job?
 What industry phrases are in job description?
 What job competencies are generally in this
position? (examples can include negotiation,
teamwork, project management, customer
service…)
How do your skills match this job??
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13.  The Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational
Outlook Handbook
http://www.bls.gov/oco/
 The Bureau of Labor Statistics: Career Information
for Kids (no kidding!)
http://www.bls.gov/k12/index.htm
 Company Job Posting
 Ehow.com
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14.  Chronological
 Functional
 Targeted
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15.  Documents work history in chronological order
 Recent dates first
 Generally used by those staying in same field
 Employers prefer
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16.  Focuses on skills and experience rather than
chronological work history
 Used by those changing careers
 Used by those who are returning to workplace
after absence
 Used by those with no work experience
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17.  Customized to fit the job in which you are applying
 Highlights the experience and skills relevant to a
particular job
 Time consuming
 All resumes can be Targeted
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18.  Types
◦ Respond to advertisement
◦ Develop for networking contacts
◦ Transmit to agencies or search firms
◦ Inform targeted managers of your availability
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19.  Well-written
 Free of typos
 Specific and personalized to the job/situation
 Brief
◦ Purpose for writing
◦ Match your skills/experience with employer needs
◦ Next steps or actions you expect (use bullets)
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20.  Networking
 Screening
 Decision-Making
Show that you are able to change/adapt to
the new company /situations. Bust the
stereotypes!
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21. Obtaining Advice, Information and
referrals from personal contacts
you know or have developed.
 Approximately 65 – 85% of jobs are filled
through personal networking.
 Over 94% of recruiters will use social networking
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22.  Create of list of contacts: include family, friends,
college alumni, neighbors, business or social
associations.
 Contact Everyone – Call or email
 Create inventory of accomplishments, assets,
background, work history
 Develop a 20-30 second elevator pitch describing
who you are professionally
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23. Family Friends College
/School
Alumni
Business
Associates
Social/Grou
p
Associates
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24. ◦ Name
◦ Industry or School
◦ Specializing In
◦ What you would like to do
◦ Why You Are the Best
◦ Call to action (Next Steps)
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25. 1. I am Nancy Anderson and I am the owner of
Blackbird Learning Associates, a job search
training company. (Name, Industry)
2. As a job search coach I provide the training, tools
and encouragement that will allow people to
reach their potential and take flight in their
careers. (Specialty, What I do)
3. Using my tools and techniques, over 60% of my
clients have found jobs by taking things into their
own hands. (Why you are the best)
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26.  May be on paper
 May be on-line
 Complete the form with:
◦ Your contact information
◦ Educational information
◦ Names and addresses of previous employers
◦ Dates of employment
◦ If asked for ss#, enter 000-00-0000
◦ References
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27.  Other than contact information, past jobs,
references
◦ Skills
◦ Eligible to work in US (Yes or No)
◦ Under the age of 18
◦ Days and Hours Available
◦ When can you start?
◦ Why you left your last job
◦ May we contact your last employer?
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Men Women
Pants belted at waist Slacks, dress or skirt
Dress or sports shirt with
collar
Blouse or blouse with jacket
or sweater
Dress shoes or clean
sneakers
Dress shoes (flats or small
heels) Socks or stockings
Socks Minimal make up and
jewelry and perfume

29.  Firm handshake
 Look interviewer in the eye
 Answer questions with examples
 Ask questions
 Speak clearly, be polite
 Be prepared with pen and paper
 Know your schedule
 Be on Time
 Write thank you note
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30.  STAR stands for:
Specific
Task
Actions Taken
Results
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31.  Can you give me an example of a
time when you had to work within a
tight deadline. Tell me specifically
the steps you took and the results
of these actions?
 REMEMBER: Review the job, what types of
STAR questions would the interviewer ask based
upon the job?
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32.  Tell Me About Yourself.
 What Are Your Strengths?
 What Are Your Weaknesses?
 What Are Your Long-Term Goals?
 Why are You Leaving Your Present Position?
And
 Do you feel that you may be overqualified for this
position?
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34. a. What is the company environment like?
b. What concerns need to be addressed
immediately?
c. What do you see happening with this position for
the next 3 to 6 months?
d. What are the particular attributes needed to
succeed in this job?
e. What are the challenges a person coming to this
job will face?
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35.  Proper grammar and spelling
 Mr. or Ms.
 Thank them for the time spent with you
 Remind them of something you said – a strength
 Wrap up
 Signature and phone
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36. Salutation – Add Name, Company, Address, Date
Dear
Thank you for taking the time to talk with me today about the (name of)
position. Our conversation reaffirmed my interest in working with you at
(Company name) and I was eager to learn about the products, services
and resources that you offer.
I hope that I was able to communicate to you that my past experience in
(specific area) would be beneficial in solving your issues with (some
situation or job need that was discussed). One of my passions is to
improve business processes through (list several of your strengths as they
match the open position). I would very much like to use these skills to help
(Company name) fulfill its mission of helping clients, “build and sustain a
successful business.”
If you have any further questions, I would be happy to talk with you again.
Feel free to call me at (number). I am more than ready to move into this
role; I am a quick learner and eager to get started. Thank you once again.
Sincerely,
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37.  Facebook
 YouTube
 Google yourself – “your name”
 LinkedIn professional site (minimum age is now
14)
 Eliminate unflattering pictures – drinking, smoking,
etc.
 Watch your language
 Tighten up your on-line security
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38.  http://www.careeronestop.org/
 http://www.jobhuntersbible.com/
 http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/
 http://jobsearch.about.com/od/teenstudentgrad/a/teenjob
center.htm
 http://jobsearch.about.com/od/moreteenjobs/Teen_Job_
Sites.htm
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39.  About.Com (go to Job Search for Teens)
 http://www.huffingtonpost.com/wait-but-why/generation-
y-unhappy_b_3930620.html?utm_hp_ref=tw
 Monster.com
 Job Hunting for Dummies. Max Messemer IDG Books
Worldwide 1995.
 Bureau of Labor Statistics
http://www.bls.gov/k12/index.htm
 Workforce NJ www.wnjpin.net
 NJ Department of labor: www.state.nj.us/labor
 www.indeed.com
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http://blackbirdlearningassociates.blogspot.com
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Twitter: @Nancy_1
Nancy Range Anderson is the President of Blackbird Learning
Associates, LLC a company that specializes in job search training.
Nancy is a training & development leader with over 25 years
experience in Human Resources and Learning & Development in
the pharmaceutical, finance and insurance industries. Known for
her excellent facilitation skills, Nancy teaches resume preparation,
interviewing, networking, and career change tactics to individuals
and groups. In 2010, Nancy released the book, Job Search for
Moms.