Job Searching

1. Job Searching Cooperative Education Mr. Sherpinsky

2. Sure Fire Job Search Skills

3. 1 Career Interest Self Assessment What do I want to do? • What are my current options? • Is it time for me to pursue a dream? • Is this a good time for me to go back to school? • What skills and abilities do I need to develop? • What do I need to do? • What motivates me? • What are my interests? I’m Ready to begin my job search • What geographic locations am I willing to work? • How far am I willing to commute? • What type of job do I want to pursue?

4. Steps in the Job Search • Do your homework • Take a career assessment • Research the organization you are applying for and look for other “similar” organizations • Practice your interview Skills • Learn how to articulate your skills, knowledge and abilities • Acquire relevant experience • Look at internships and volunteer experiences as a way to gain experience for what you want to do

5. How to Research Companies and Businesses • On-line Directories • Monster.com • Jobs.com • CareerBuilder.com • CraigsList.com • Google • Visit the Career Center for Print information • PA CareerLink.com • JobBankUSA.com

6. What Are You Worth? • Do your Research on starting salaries • Identify locations where you would be willing to relocate to • Explore cost of living if you will relocate • Look at the “entire” employment package, not just the salary

7. Communication Skills Honesty/Integrity Teamwork Interpersonal Skills Motivation/Initiative Strong Work Ethic Analytical Skills Flexibility/Adaptability Computer Skills Self Confidence Qualities Employers seek in Job Candidates

8. Career Facts • Tips to help in a job search during tough times: • Interview more often • Most job seekers visit ten employers in a month, when you should try to see at least two potential employers a day • Actively search for work at least 5 hours per day • Be persistent without becoming obnoxious. Network! Remember that many job openings are NOT advertised • Remember – always be honest • Lies and distortions can come back to haunt you

9. Networking in the Real World: Turning Your Contacts into Careers “Networking is making links from people we know to people they know, in an organized way, for a specific purpose, while remaining committed to doing our part, expecting nothing in return.” The Ladies’ Man—Hollywood Movie

10. Networking

11. The Benefits of Networking • Quickest way to discover open positions • Most reliable source of leads • Helps you find out more about prospective employers

12. Creating the Contact List • Co-Workers and former co-workers • Friends and Relatives • Professional Associations • Classmates

13. Job Search Networking Know the purpose for contacting your network. • Know what you want to do, where you want to work or how the contact might be helpful to you. • Think about how you can identify connections that will lead you to those employers.

14. Job Search Networking Don't act desperate. • Your contacts will be much more willing to help someone who is confident and capable than someone groveling, whining and desperate. • Don't forget that as high a priority as it is to you, your job search is not so to most of your network

15. Job Search Networking Respect your contact. • Don't drop into a contact's office or home uninvited • When you call a current or prospective member of your network, always ask if he has time to talk.  • Get permission before using a network contact's name. • Remember they are putting their reputation on the line if they recommend you.

16. Job Search Networking Aggressive vs Assertive • Don't be pushy and aggressive. • Being aggressive is self-centered and shows no respect for those you are interacting with.

17. Job Search Networking Aggressive vs Assertive • Being assertive means persistently going after your goal keeping in mind the needs of those you come in contact with. • Be sensitive to just how much a contact is willing to do for you and don't push beyond that limit. • Be aware of body language, choice of words, and tone. Most people will understand your assertiveness

18. 2 1-MINUTE PRESENTATION

19. 1-MINUTE PRESENTATIONOutline of Requirements • Name • “I was referred to you by…” • Current Position / Title /Employer • Recent Change- • “You may know, due to damages from Hurricane Ike UTMB is progressing through a substantial/major reduction in force…” • Bridge to Now Let them know what you want • “I am currently seeking a new position…” • “I would just like to know more about opportunities at your company/firm/ organization”

20. 1-MINUTE PRESENTATIONOutline of Requirements • Bridge to Now Let them know what you want • “I am currently seeking a new position…” • “I would just like to know more about opportunities at your company/firm/ organization” • Education/ Credentials • Years of Experience • Short example of the type of work that you currently do

21. Why Network? Some Stats: • A referral generates 80% more results than a cold call. • 75% of people get their jobs through networking. • ~ Monster.com June 2019

22. The Law of 50 • Every person knows at least 50 other people. • Each of your contacts knows at least 50 people. So that’s 2,500 at your 2nd level. • Each of your 2nd level contacts knows 50 people - and that’s over 125,000 connections

23. 4 Layers of Separation You Level 1 Contact Level 2 Contact Level 3 Contact Level 4 Contact Your Friend Alice Alice’s Uncle Bill Bill’s Friend Carol Carol’s Boss David

24. Level 1 Contacts • Neighbors • Classmates/former classmates • Other job candidates • Relatives • Teammates • People you socialize with • Sorority, Fraternity & Student organizations • Former Employers & co-workers • Members of your religious congregation • People who provide services to you • Friends of parents and relatives • Professional Associations • People dependant upon networking (i.e. realtors, insurance agents, etc.)

25. Networking Log / Buy a Calendar • Contact name • Address, Phone # & E-Mail address • Occupation • How you met contact • Outstanding point about the contact • Date last contacted • Conversation summary • Names of 3 referrals • Dates of follow-up on these 3 referrals • Date of thank-you note for referrals • Other

26. 3 Create a Level 1 Network List • Create a list of 15 level 1 contacts: • Neighbors • Classmates/former classmates • Other job candidates • Relatives • Teammates • People you socialize with • Friends of parents and relatives • Former Employers & co-workers • You must have names, phone numbers, emails • Due End of Class (Next)

27. Cooperative Education Program FINDING JOB OPPORTUNTIES

28. Listen to what employers have to say about job candidates. • Use all the resources at your disposal. • Attend career fairs • Target the companies or organizations of the greatest interest to you that could use your skills and experience. • Network, network, network! • Prepare your job search materials early. • Keep at it!

29. Searching The Internet • Internet Job Search Checklist • What is your Internet Profile? • Where to find the jobs • Applying for a Job on the Internet • Protecting Your Privacy • Additional Tips

30. Ask yourself • What geographic locations am I willing to work? • How far am I willing to commute? • What type of job do I want to pursue?

31. Searching The Internet Internet Job Search Checklist • Electronic Resume • Cover Letter Template • Valid Professional Email Account • Current Contact Information • List of Companies you would like to work for

32. What is your Internet Profile? • Email address (hotchick69@gmail.com) • Instant Message Accounts/Names • Google Yourself • Blogs (Posting lasts forever) • Snapchat, Instgram, Facebook, and other networking sites • Forum/ Bulletin Board Posts Your internet profile should be professional and place you in a favorable position.

33. 4 Google Yourself! • Google your own name • What is out there? • Printout the screen • (Ctl-Alt Printscreen) & paste to Word document • Try three other web browsers • Report everything you find! • Any similar names or issues • Parent/Juniors/Siblings

34. Where to Find the Jobs Best place to find job postings • Company websites • Professional organizations • Geographic area Chamber of Commerce • Commercial job finding websites

35. Where to Find the Jobs Job Boards www.careerbuilder.com hotjobs.yahoo.com www.flipdog.com www.monster.com www.indeed.com www.simplyhired.com

36. Research the company • Benefits • Culture • Industry • Ethics • Values • Current State of the business (google the company)

37. Protecting Your Privacy • Read the privacy policy. • Make sure you can delete the resume. • Post your resume sparingly. • Use a disposable email address. • Omit references on your resume. • Limit personal information. • Safeguard financial data. • Protect your Social Security number. • Be realistic about risks. • Avoid vague offers. • Handling unsolicited email about your resume posting. • Keep good records.

38. Other Job Search Options • Temporary to Permanent Positions • Job Search Firms • Temp. Agency

39. Quiz • Next Class • Quiz Worth- 75 Points • Don’t drop the ball now…… • YOU MUST HAVE EMPLOYMENT TO BE IN CO-OP!!!! • NO EXCEPTIONS!!