This document provides tips for a successful job search. It discusses the importance of self-assessment, researching employers, and preparing job search materials like resumes and cover letters. Some key tips include networking to find job opportunities, considering volunteering or temporary work, maintaining a healthy lifestyle during your search, and using campus career centers for resources and job listings. The document emphasizes that the most effective way to find a job is through personal interactions and developing contacts rather than relying solely on online searching.

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KEYS TO A SUCCESSFUL JOB
SEARCH

2. True or False
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If there are several applicants for one position,
the person with the best qualifications generally
gets the job offer.
False

3. True or False
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The Human Resources Office does all the hiring
and firing, so that’s the first place to contact if
you are looking for a job.
False

4. True or False
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The most effective way to get job interviews is
the old adage, “See a guy who knows a guy,” A
technique known as “Networking.”
True

5. True or False
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It is important to include every job you ever held
when writing a resume.
False

6. True or False
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A job interview is really a sales presentation by
the applicant. Therefore, the job seeker must
sell his or her personality, potential, strengths,
and experience.
True

7. True or False
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Approximately 2% of job seekers are successful
in obtaining an interview when responding to a
blind ad.
True

8. True or False
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The job application is considered a tool of the
employer, while the resume is considered a tool
of the job seeker.
True

9. Before you start knocking on doors, you’ll
want to prepare for your search.
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Self Assessment
Explore Career Options
Research Employers
Prepare Job Search Materials

10. A self assessment will help you identify what
you are looking for in a job.
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You should be able to:
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Describe what you want to do
Match your skills, values, and interests to career fields
and job titles
Research your career fields

11. Researching Employers can help you learn about the
organization and determine your place in it.
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Make a list of preferred employers to target
Learn more about the employers by researching
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Employer Websites
Networking Opportunities
Job Related Search Engines
Annual Reports
Trade Associations
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Newspapers
Fellow Professionals
Competitors
Internet
TechConnect
Consider conducting informational interviews

12. Prepare Job Search Materials
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Prepare an effective resume and cover letter – getting a job is
SALES!
 1 page accomplishments based resume
 Proof-read!
Practice interviewing
 Review practice questions before going to an interview
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Purchase appropriate interview apparel
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Focus on the employer’s needs

13. Top 10 Job Search Survival Tips
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Consider Volunteering
Consider Temping
Eat Right, Sleep and Exercise
Join a Professional Association
Timing
Emotional Support
Use the Career Center
Network Intelligently
Turn off your computer
Give yourself a Break

14. #10 - Consider Volunteering
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Volunteering with help build your network of local professionals
It also may provide experience in your field. For example: A
marketing student may help plan and advertise for a fundraising
event

15. #9 - Consider Temping
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Working for a Temporary Agency has many benefits:
 Get your foot in the door of a good organization
 “Try before you buy” – You are able to try out an organization
without much of a commitment
 Get valuable professional work experience
 Meet professionals working in your field
 Earn a few dollars during your job search

16. #8 - Eat Right, Sleep and Exercise
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You will be more alert mentally, if you take care of your physical
health
Take advantage of the nice weather – get outside and enjoy it!

17. #7 - Join a Professional Association
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Professional Associations provide:
 Journals
 Provide up to date information about your field (great for
interviews)
 Highlight the ‘movers and shakers’ in your field
 Provide connections to professional development and
conferences
 Access to member information – great for networking!
 Job Listing services
 Great resume builders
 Local Chapters

18. #6 - Timing
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Good jobs don’t stay open long- act
immediately if you are interested in a position

19. #5 - Emotional Support
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Looking for a job can be a stressful endeavor
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Rely on your family and friends for support

20. #4 - Use the Career Center
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Use the Career Center in person or online
Individual appointments to assist with your job search strategies are
available
Check out our office for the latest job search news, job listings,
workshops, networking opportunities and links to area employers
JOB PORTAL
News Paper

21. #3 - Network Intelligently
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Networking is not just about asking someone for a job
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Develop contacts and build long term relationships
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Most jobs come through people who know you and your skills
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Tell everyone you know that you are looking and what you are
looking for
Networking
Direct contact with Decision-Makers
37%
Published Job Openings
All others
30-49%
1915-24%
1-16%

22. #2 - Turn off your computer
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The internet provides a massive amount of information, however it
does not replace valuable personal interaction
Use your computer as one of many tools necessary for a successful
job search, not the only tool for your job search
Most people find jobs through other people, not via the internet
For each hour you spend online, try to match it with one hour of
phone calls and personal interaction

23. #1 - Give yourself a break
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Don’t be too hard on yourself. A job search can be a difficult task.
Don’t try to compare yourself to others, the job you decide to take
has to be right for you.

24. Your goal is multiple job offers!
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You have the most control when you have
choice
You have no decisions to make until someone
makes you an offer
Pursue every option until you get an offer

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