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JOB SEARCH WORKSHOP Karen McClughan myCareer Centre A218 – 15 519 542 7751 Ext. 3386 karen.mcclughan@lambtoncollege.ca
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Workshop Objectives ◦Job Market ◦Networking ◦Active Job Search ◦Social Media
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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
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THE HIDDEN JOB MARKET Most effective method of job search is…
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NETWORKING
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NETWORKING 70% of jobs are acquired through networking
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NETWORKING Networking involves having a “career conversation” with someone for the purpose of exploring careers or job searching
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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
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NETWORKING ◦Networking Cards
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NETWORKING Manage Your Attitude! YOU ARE: “Looking for Employment” VS.“Unemployed”
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NETWORKING ◦Quality vs. Quantity ◦Build relationships ◦Don’t Misuse Email –always professional ◦Positive people create positive results BE PROFESSIONAL !
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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
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ACTIVE JOB SEACH ◦To approach a potential employer to introduce yourself and discuss possible job opportunities
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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 ◦www.monster.cawww.monster.ca ◦www.workopoliscampus.comwww.workopoliscampus.com ◦www.indeed.cawww.indeed.ca ◦www.talentegg.cawww.talentegg.ca ◦www.linkedin.comwww.linkedin.com ◦Employment Agencies ◦Express Employment Professionals ◦SOS ◦Kelly Services etc.
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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
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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 Email (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!
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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?”
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ACTIVE JOB SEARCH If Unsuccessful – try, try again oRe-evaluate your plan oResearch new employers oRe-start at Point 1
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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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Linkedin myCareer Centre, Lambton College
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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
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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
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SOCIAL MEDIA Blogs ◦Follow bloggers in your industry ◦Follow company bloggers ◦Create your own blog
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SOCIAL MEDIA Google ◦Google yourself ◦Research companies, resume styles, interview techniques ◦Check for job posting scams ◦Find top job search sites
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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
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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 ◦E-mail is not a company email ◦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
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Questions?? Thank you !!!
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