What Do I Want to Be? What can I become? ANYTHING, with a plan!

Needs vs. Wants

Interests

Style

Exercise My primary interests My primary style Other applicable or desired interests and styles

Skills Transfer: Figure it out then communicate it Make sure your resume describes your skills as relates to the positions you are interested in – your resume has less than 10 seconds to get someone’s attention Instead of explaining what you did, explain how you did it and the impact/result it had Take the “So What” Test

“So What” Test

Objective or Skills? AREAS OF EXPERTISE__________________________________________ Consistent, quantifiable and rapid results - Insightful aptitude to analyze and quickly turn around areas of mediocre or poor performance - Profound ability to use facts and data to logically support recommendations and solutions - Innate gift of developing rapport and earning the trust of clients and coworkers - Flawless execution, follow up and follow through - Results-driven, strategic, innovative problem solver - Superior customer relations - Highly ethical process leader with a natural gift to guide and motivate diverse groups through complex challenges  - Advanced writing, verbal and listening skills - Expert in proactively managing multiple projects with ease and creativity, especially in a fast- paced environment -Timely attention to internal requirements - Computer and software savvy Objective: What YOU want vs. what the employer needs Skills: WHO you are, not just what you did How do you craft your resume to get what you want without stating it?

Stepping Stone? To get to the job you will like/want may take a few interim steps to achieve Interests, style and external factors can change over time and alter career choices, sending you down a different road Assess and do what is in your control; Don’t get bogged down with what’s not in your control Focus on building your resume with skills and keep your eye on the goal Nothing is forever…good things come to those who wait – and plan!

Next Steps Search for positions online using key words from your assessment (indeed.com) Create a resume that says who you are and explains quantifiable accomplishments, not duties Keep track of your progress; make adjustments as necessary Ask for help