The document provides comprehensive tips for job seekers on navigating a challenging labor market, including strategies for self-awareness, resume formatting, and networking. It emphasizes the importance of adapting to economic changes, preparing for interviews, and utilizing various online resources for job searching. Key components such as negotiation techniques, maintaining a professional image, and utilizing social networks for career advancement are also highlighted.

1. Tips for Landing a Job: Life in a Tight Labor Market Presented to the City of Chula Vista May 2009 Pamela J. Sanchez and Randy Spicochi

2. Tips for Landing a Job Transition Self-awareness Organize Research Resume Network Interview Negotiate Websites Articles

3. Transition Tough Economic Times You are not alone Friends and Family Financial inventory Social activities Physical activities Mental focus Focus on what you can control Be pro-active Look for opportunities to improve yourself; take a class “ 211” Community Resource Services or www.211sandiego.org Understanding transition + Planning = Reduced anxiety

4. Self-Awareness Self Assessment Strengths and Interests What Color is Your Parachute ? by Richard Nelson Bolles Myers-Briggs MBTI Do What You Are by Paul D. Tieger & Barbara Barron-Tieger The Riley Guide http://www.rileyguide.com/assess.html Employment Trends Bureau of Labor Statistics http://www.bls.gov/ Explore The Riley Guide - employment opportunities and job resources on line Occupational Outlook Handbook http://www.bls.gov/oco/ Bureau of Labor Statistics http://www.careervoyages.gov/ http://online.onetcenter.org / Career One Stop Centers http://www.acinet.org/

5. Organize your search Identify all possible career options (A-Z) Keep your mind open Let people know Have a professional e-mail account Contact references Create Business Cards Industry/Field – i.e. education, Healthcare Function – HR, finance, Operations, teacher Location Size of organization Culture

6. Research

7. Resume Format “ Current” Style Summary Accomplishments Chronological or functional Education Training Technical Skills Community Involvement Professional Associations Military Experience Resume Tips RESUME 2 pages max Pronouns - eliminate them ( I, me, my, our, their…) Past tense (unless still working) Numbers – use actual number ( “10” instead of “ten” ) Keep it Simple - avoid fancy fonts or symbols (scanable) Market appropriate - conduct a market check for keywords in your field (refer to ads)

8. Sample Summary Resourceful Administrative professional with extensive experience providing support to executives and departments. Skilled in coordinating conferences, projects, meetings and travel arrangements. Able to balance the needs of management, provide excellent customer service, and maintain confidentiality and schedules with ease. Utilizes strong organizational, planning, and communication skills towards improving operational efficiency. Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Sample Accomplishments Reduced customer complaints by 22% in a 6-month period by conducting more than 45 service technician training programs throughout Southern California Created safe and healthful work environment by conducting monthly meetings to focus on safety and housekeeping that resulted in zero lost time accidents over 8 years Negotiated “key account” status with major vendors, eliminating inefficient suppliers and qualifying for “preferred pricing” with new partners, reducing material costs by 22% within first year

9. Network Networking events http://www.thompsonsearch.com/newsletter/sdevents.htm www.job-hunt.org - local networking and job search support by state Job Fairs San Diego Career Fair Thursday, June 18, 2009 and Wednesday, September 30, 2009 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM San Diego Convention Center 111 West Harbor Drive San Diego, CA 92101 Social Networking Volunteer www.serv.org www.volunteermatch.org

10. Online Networking What is it? Individuals connecting through electronic means Communicating personal brand 24/7 Services—LinkedIn, Facebook, Spoke & others—helping users grow and manage personal and business networks online Access to people in more locations, industries, professions Who is doing it? Jobseekers, business owners, recruiters, active networkers All Fortune 500 companies represented on LinkedIn, all at director level and above More than 145,000 CEOs on LinkedIn 30+ million experienced professionals around the world, representing 150 industries Your LinkedIn profile will appear in a Google and Yahoo Search

11. Interview Tips Understand Behavioral or Traditional Be Positive - Positive – Positive Review your accomplishments Listen Talk in concrete terms Keep it brief Ask questions Provide Project Samples Keep Confidentiality Send Thank you note Prepare to Interview Dress Professionally Bring a Portfolio or Folder to Organize Research the Company Have a professional answering phone message Know how do you qualify, the competencies needed for the position Research salary

12. Interview Questions Tell me about yourself Why did you leave your last job? What did you dislike about your previous job? What are your strengths? What are your weaknesses? What is your work/management style? What are your future career plans? Why are you interested in our company? How did you get along with your last manager? How would your peers, subordinates, manager describe you? What are your salary requirements? Tell me about a time when your work was criticized. Tell me about a time when you were not successful in coping with a pressure situation. Tell me about a time when you were not successful in adapting to change.

13. Negotiate Postpone any discussions Research Market Collect missing information Salary, Bonus, Benefits, Title, Tuition, Time Off Stay flexible - but don’t settle Don’t negotiate for your next job Remain positive and upbeat There is always a Probationary Period Obtain offer in writing

14. Resources - Websites San Diego job search guide - http://jobstar.org/sd/index.php Occupational Outlook Handbook www.bls.gov – statistics, working conditions, training, tomorrow’s jobs and future outlook Career guide www.bls.gov/oco/cg – careers by industry O*Net Online – http://online.onetcenter.org/ - details of specific job s , match skills, match technology Career Onestop centers – http://www.servicelocator.org/ Career Overview www.careeroverview.com job source resource guide/ career changes section Career Explorer – www.careerexplorer.net training resources Career Voyages – www.careervoyages.gov career changes section Volunteer – www.usafreedomcorps.gov Google Directory/Jobs - http://directory.google.com/Top/Business/Employment/

15. Resources - Websites Job search resources, networking, articles - www.job-hunt.org On-line networking www.linkedin.com On-line networking and instant information http://twitter.com/ Salary Research - www.salary.com Meta-job banks – Indeed.com, Simplyhired.com www.indeed.com www.simplyhired.com Health Insurance - www.ehealthinsurance.com Government jobs - www.usajobs.gov Web based, free content encyclopedia - http://www.wikipedia.org / Free Business cards – www.vistaprint.com Research – www.ceoexpress.com

16. Resources - Articles “ Tell me about Yourself” http://careerdevelopers.com/tellmeaboutyourself.php Guide to using Craigslist to find a job http://www.job-hunt.org/guides/using-craigslist-to-find-a-job.pdf Guide to using Indeed to find a job http://www.job-hunt.org/onlinejobsearchguide/article_guide_to_indeed.shtml Stay Cyber safe http://www.job-hunt.org/privacy.shtml One in five employers uses social networks in hiring process http://shar.es/1h0J Cleaning up your digital dirt http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26904049/from/ET/ The Beginner’s Guide to Finding a Job with Twitter http://jobmob.co.il/blog/beginners-guide-find-a-job-with-twitter/

17. Resources - Articles 20 Ways Older Workers Can Sell Themselves “ http://www.usnews.com/articles/business/careers/2008/11/26/20-ways-older-workers-can-sell-themselves.html Top jobs in 10 industries Top jobs in 10 industries - CNN.com Speeding up the Process of finding a new job WSJ.com - Speeding Up the Process of Finding a New Position Laid Off? Volunteer! Here's Why And How http://www.forbes.com/2009/02/24/volunteer-layoff-opportunity-leadership-careers_basics.html?partner=email In Pictures: Great No-Degree Jobs http://www.forbes.com/2007/10/09/jobs-opportunity-training-ent-dream1007-cx_ee_1009jobs_slide_2.html?partner=email

18. Resources - Articles Find Your Job with LinkedIn http://articles.mbahighway.com/2009/03/find-your-job-with-linkedin.html The Top Jobs for 2009 http://www.fastcompany.com/articles/2009/01/top-jobs-2009.html 8 Ways to keep your Career Moving http://career-resources.dice.com/technical-resume/eight-things-to-do-while-you-are-laid-off.shtml 6 Cardinal Rules of Resume Writing http://www.cfo.com/article.cfm/3005252/c_2984789 9 Things you should never say in an interview http://www.wetfeet.com/Undergrad/Getting-hired/Articles/Nine-Things-You-Should-Never-Say-in-an-Interview.aspx

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20. Pamela J. Sanchez, MBA, CCP Pamela J. Sanchez has 20+ years of extensive Human Resources experience in corporations such as GTE, Reebok, Ericsson Wireless, CBS TV and radio affiliate, American Medical Response and currently Right Management. Pamela is a Career Management Consultant with Right Management working both in the Southern California offices and for the Home Based division in North Carolina. In this position she provides career management guidance to all levels of employees in the classroom, through teleconference webinars and one-on-one settings. Pamela has instructed over 800 classes, workshops, and webinars with over 7,000 participants in addition to supporting a career center. With extensive experience in reductions in force, Pamela provides organizational change expertise and notification services to organizations. Pamela earned her MBA from Providence College, Bachelor’s degree from Boston College and a Certificate in Human Resource Management from Bentley College. She is certified to deliver 360 degree feedback, DISC personality assessment, and the Birkman Method, specializing in leadership development and talent management. Pamela is a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) as part of the World at Work organization and a member of the National Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM). She has been a guest lecturer at the University of San Diego and the San Diego Community College District. Randy Spicochi, MA Randy Spicochi has over 20 years experience using contemporary consulting techniques to create positive organizational climates while enhancing communication among stakeholders in diverse settings including: biotechnology, telecommunications, semi-conductor, manufacturing, sales/ marketing, acute-care hospitals, and government agencies. Proven history of making a positive impact in cultures where value was placed on results, diversity, career growth, and individual leadership Professional success linked to the application of the following competencies: * Organizational Effectiveness * Leadership Development • Employee/Labor Relations • Program Design/Measurement • Workforce Planning/Staffing • Evaluation Models • Qualitative Measurement Design • Soft Skills Coaching • Performance Coaching Randy has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Management from the University of Redlands and has a Master of Arts in Organizational Behavior from the California School of Professional Psychology. He has been heavily involved with in the San Diego SHRM organization and served as VP Finance and continues to provide volunteer support to the local and national human resources community [email_address] [email_address]