The document outlines strategies and resources for career counselors to assist clients in effective job search methods. It emphasizes understanding job market cycles, networking, and the differences between open and hidden job markets, noting that 80% of jobs are found through personal connections rather than job listings. Additionally, it includes practical advice for interview preparation and the importance of self-assessment and maintaining organized efforts throughout the job search process.

1. KATHERINE READ ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, EMPLOYER RELATIONS UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA [email_address] (407) 823-2336 Training the Career Counselor Advising your Client in Job Search Strategies

2. Assisting Clients in… Understanding Job Market Cycles Exploring Hidden and Open Job Markets Conducting Self-Assessment Identifying & Developing a Network Locating Opportunities Drafting a Resume & Cover Letter Preparing for the Interview Performing a Reality Check Utilizing websites and resources Understanding Networking

3. Job Market Cycles Katie will work on this slide

4. Hidden and Open Job Markets Decision Maker Open Job Market General Public Hidden Job Market Directly Known Referrals Indirectly Known Unknown

5. Client Self Assessment Skills and Abilities Interests Education Personality Preferences What are his or her… How do these match up to the current job market? Can your client prioritize and make adjustments?

6. Identify and Develop a Network Who is already in the network? How can the network be expanded ? How can I find others ? www.LinkedIn.com www.grouplinked.com www.opennetworker.com www.123people.com/

7. Process of Networking Develop a list of networking contacts, starting with people you know Inform contacts of employment goals and enlist them in assisting with your search Provide contacts with current resume Maintain regular communication with contacts Thank anyone who has provided you with assistance

8. Networking Activities Phone calls E-mails Letters Career Fairs Internships Attend conferences Informational Interviews Job Shadowing/Externships Mentoring programs Join campus clubs and organizations Interim Strategies: volunteer/part-time work, related job in industry or company, start your own business, further training

9. Networking with LinkedIn.com Update your Profile, Work Experience Join Groups Find Others Also try: www.brightfuse.com

10. Helping Your Client Connect Experience How do they define experience? Can he/she use the language of an industry? Can he/she emphasize transferrable skills Does your client know it is his/her responsibility to connect past experience to the position sought?

11. Job Search Materials Application / Work History Employer Research Resume Candidate Correspondence Cover Letter, Letter of Interest, Prospecting Letter Portfolios Plan of Action

12. Locate Opportunities Open Job Market Only 20% of jobs are in the open job market Online searching, news postings, company websites, etc. Hidden Job Market Anticipated openings, current openings not posted 80% of all jobs are found on the hidden job market!

13. Is your Client Considering All Options? Networking with Friends and Family Job Search Engines Networking with Peers On-campus recruiting Job Fairs and Expos Networking with Anyone! Targeted Mailing Placement Agencies

14. Help your Client Prepare for the Interview Assisting your client to… Research the company Review commonly-asked questions Practice with a professional Use online resources Dress professionally

15. Helping Your Client Get Real Get Real about Timelines Get Real about Chances Get Real about Effort & Energy Get Real about Staying Organized Get Real about Rejection Get Real about a Support System

16. Related Resources & Websites www.jobhuntersbible.com What Color is Your Parachute? www. collegegrad.com Do What You Are www.rileyguide.com www.CareerTv.com www.quintcareers.com Additional Books, Resources, Articles, Blogs

17. Questions? Discussion Items? KATHERINE READ [email_address] (407) 823-2336 Lifetips.com Job Search Guru www.linkedin.com/katherineread