1. presented by Monte Farrar, SPHR-CA How to Get a Job

2. Three Key Elements to Finding a Job Define it How to Get a Job Write it Sell it

3. Part 1: Define it Chart Your Skills, Likes, and Interests Skills – What you can do Likes – What you will do Interests – What you want to do

4. Finding the Right Job Part 1: Define it it http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWf0B_ 5cZv4

5. Part 1: Define it Environment Ideal work situation What would make you happy What you can accept What would keep you from doing your best

6. Part 1: Define it Money We all need it Be realistic Research, compare, and contrast

7. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibS19az6IZ E Resources to Find a Job

8. Social Media Recruiters and employers are looking Keep it clean and professional Be proactive – Meet, connect, and network with industry leaders Part 2: Write it

9. Writing Your Résumé Items to Include: Name Mailing Address E-mail Address Telephone Number Employment History Education Awards Accomplishments Volunteer Work Military Experience Internships Other Training, Languages Computer Skills Outside Interests Items to Exclude: Age Marital Status Children Health Physical Attributes Photo of Yourself Reasons for Leaving Previous Jobs Salary Requirements Grade Point Average (unless above 3.5 or requested) Names of References Use of the pronoun “I” Grammar and Spelling Mistakes Inconsistent Formatting

10. Networking Part 2: Sell it

11. Part 3: Sell it Types of Résumés Chronological Functional Electronic

12. Part 3: Sell it Writing Cover Letters Be brief Specifically address someone who has authority to hire you Show you’ve done your homework Tell why you’re unique Explain what you want and what you have to offer

13. Part 3: Sell it The Interview

14. Part 3: Sell it The Interview Practice answering common interview questions - Be honest Prepare questions for the interviewer Review experiences that relate to the position Stay positive Get interviewer’s contact information

15. Questions

16. presented by Monte Farrar, SPHR-CA How to Keep a Job

17. Elements for Keeping Your Job Perfect the tasks Practice soft skills Plan for the future How to Keep a Job

18. Part 1: Perfect the Tasks Clarify Your Job Requirements Written job description Self-analysis Improvement plan

19. Part 1: Perfect the Tasks Continuous Improvement

20. Part 1: Perfect the Tasks Continuous Improvement Industry organizations Technology manufacturers Internet searches

21. Part 2: Practice Soft Skills Soft Skills Attitude and customer service Commitment and dependability Flexibility and multi-tasking Communication Appearance Initiative Teamwork and leadership Accountability

22. Part 2: Practice Soft Skills Attitude and Customer Service Timeliness Competence Demeanor

23. Part 2: Practice Soft Skills Commitment and Dependability

24. Part 2: Practice Soft Skills Commitment and Dependability What is commitment? How do you show dependability?

25. Part 2: Practice Soft Skills Flexibility and Multi-tasking Adapting to change Managing multiple jobs

26. Part 2: Practice Soft Skills Communication Sending messages Getting feedback Receiving messages Giving feedback

27. Part 2: Practice Soft Skills Appearance

28. Appearance Dress codes  Business professional  Business casual  Casual

29. Part 2: Practice Soft Skills Appearance Hygiene -Be proactive -When in doubt, ask HR or a close friend Work area -A cleaner area makes it easier to work -Makes you look better

30. Part 2: Practice Soft Skills Additional Soft Skills Initiative Teamwork and leadership Accountability

31. Part 3: Plan for the Future Plan for the Future

32. Part 3: Plan for the Future SMART Goals S – Specific M – Measurable A – Attainable R – Relevant T – Timely

33. Questions

34. Thank You!