Introduction to Job Search Who can use it What is in content Workbook featuresConclusion

Introduction to Job Search What you will accomplish by the end of this workbook? Understand the job search process Defined job search goals Developed tools used by successful job seekers Used practical techniques to move job search plans into action Be more knowledgeable about maintaining a job Have a career portfolio plan

Introduction to Job Search Who can use it Workbook is for those who: Want to enter the workforce Are re-entering workforce following an absence Considering a change in job or a new career A new Canadian wanting job search guidance Is a self-directed individual learner

Introduction to Job Search What is in content Workbook has a 4 section job search process: Section 1 - Getting Started Section 2 - Preparation Section 3 - Implementation Section 4 - Maintenance

Introduction to Job Search content continued Section 1 – Getting StartedSection 2 - Preparation Section 3 - ImplementationSection 4 - Maintenance Part 1 - First Step Part 1 – Self Assessment Part 2 – Labour Market Part 3 – Job Ad & Resume Part 4 – Cover Letter Part 1 – Networking Part 2 – Cold Call Part 3 – Information Interview Part 4 – The Interview Part 1 - Career Maintenance Part 2 - Career Portfolio

Introduction to Job Search content continued 5 pages to complete for each part are: 1.Introduction – Overview 2.The Basics – Given background information 3.The Task – Outlines steps to complete the task 4.Wonderlinks – Supporting internet links as resource 5.Summary – Lists what was accomplished

Introduction to Job Search Workbook features Comprehensive workbook: Guided step by step job search process 60 pages with over 125 internet links Contains interactive links for multi-learning styles Mainly Canadian content with national links Links selected to support tasks & achieve goals Supplemented Word docs & audio presentations

Introduction to Job Search Conclusion Staying motivated: Reward yourself with finding meaningful work Understand your skills & identify areas for improvement Look for work and map out tomorrow's career

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