JOB SEARCH WORKSHOP Karen McClughan myCareer Centre A218 – Ext

Workshop Objectives ◦Job Market ◦Networking ◦Active Job Search ◦Social Media

ADVERTISED JOB MARKET ◦Used by 80% of job seekers, includes ONLY 20% of the jobs

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HIDDEN JOB MARKET ◦Used by 20% of job seekers ◦Includes 80% of the jobs

THE HIDDEN JOB MARKET Most effective method of job search is…

NETWORKING

NETWORKING 70% of jobs are acquired through networking

NETWORKING Networking involves having a “career conversation” with someone for the purpose of exploring careers or job searching

NETWORKING Formal Networking:  Make complete list with contact information  Record & track all information  Make initial contacts  Schedule follow ups Informal Networking:  Chance meetings  Be prepared

NETWORKING ◦Networking Cards

NETWORKING Manage Your Attitude! YOU ARE: “Looking for Employment” VS.“Unemployed”

NETWORKING ◦Quality vs. Quantity ◦Build relationships ◦Don’t Misuse –always professional ◦Positive people create positive results BE PROFESSIONAL !

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES ◦Career Fairs ◦myCareer Showcase ◦Join organizations ◦Trade shows ◦Professional development ◦Volunteer ◦Informational Interviews ◦Social events ◦Social Media ◦LinkedIn ◦Twitter ◦Networking Organizations ◦MeetupMeetup ◦EventbriteEventbrite ◦Blogs, write/follow

ACTIVE JOB SEACH ◦To approach a potential employer to introduce yourself and discuss possible job opportunities

ACTIVE JOB SEARCH Tap Into Employers ◦Think outside the box ◦Small Employers Often Don’t Advertise ◦Online business directories by city ◦Other directories (i.e. telephone; technical etc.) ◦Job Banks ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦Employment Agencies ◦Express Employment Professionals ◦SOS ◦Kelly Services etc.

ACTIVE JOB SEARCH Research and Prioritize ◦A List vs. B List ◦Size of Company ◦Geographical location ◦Networking Contacts – LinkedIn, Alumni Determine Method of Contact ◦In Person ◦Telephone ◦Register Online ◦Send Resume

ACTIVE JOB SEARCH Prepare Communication ◦Use the language or lingo of the company/industry ◦Telephone Script ◦Do not leave voice mail ◦60 Second Introduction for in Person Cold Calls ◦Dress professionally ◦Go alone ◦Go early in the day ◦Bring resume ◦Professional (no spelling mistakes!) ◦Attach resume & cover letter – PDF – 1 document ◦Prepare for Objections ◦9/10 contacts you make will likely say “No” ◦DON’T GIVE UP!

ACTIVE JOB SEARCH Document Job Search ◦Keep record of all contacts and follow up Follow up! Follow up! Follow up! ◦Never leave a voice mail ◦“Did you receive my resume?” ◦“Are you hiring in the near future?” ◦“Do I meet your hiring criteria?” ◦If not, “What can I do to improve?” ◦If not, “Can you recommend who (person/company) else I can contact who might be hiring?”

ACTIVE JOB SEARCH If Unsuccessful – try, try again oRe-evaluate your plan oResearch new employers oRe-start at Point 1

SOCIAL MEDIA

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Linkedin ◦Business-oriented social networking ◦Top site for job search ◦Follow companies, groups ◦Make connections ◦Use a professional head shot photo ◦Online resume

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SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter ◦Follow companies, brands, news, issues ◦Tweet to show interest but keep it professional ◦Follow people in business, recruiters

SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook ◦Follow companies ◦Many companies advertise employment ◦Keep it professional ◦Even with privacy settings companies can still get past that ◦Clean it up with Simplewash

SOCIAL MEDIA Blogs ◦Follow bloggers in your industry ◦Follow company bloggers ◦Create your own blog

SOCIAL MEDIA Google ◦Google yourself ◦Research companies, resume styles, interview techniques ◦Check for job posting scams ◦Find top job search sites

JOB SCAMS ◦Use legitimate job sites, not kiji, craig’s list ◦Indeed ◦Monster ◦Workopolis ◦Job Bank. gc.ca ◦Simply Hired ◦Google the company ◦Google the company with the word scam or reviews behind it ◦Use Glassdoor for employee comments

JOB SCAMS ◦If it seems too good to be true it is – high salary ◦You get an immediate response or offered the job without an interview ◦ is not a company ◦You have to wire money ◦The employer is out of the country ◦They want you to shop for them ◦The ad has spelling or grammar mistakes ◦Offer is to work from home

Questions?? Thank you !!!