A Recovery Plan for Downsizing How to Conduct a Successful Job Search

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A Recovery Plan for Downsizing How to Conduct
a Successful Job Search

• Mike Moody, CPIM, C.P.M.
• Imperial Group, Inc.
• January 17, 2006

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Outline of Presentation

• First things first setting priorities
• The Internet search engines
• Recruiters placement agencies
• Networking with family friends
• Direct marketing key to success
• Professional personal development
• Staying the course

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First Things First

• Sign up for unemployment
• Review your finances
• Take advantage of every benefit offered by your
  former employer (outplacement, COBRA, severance,
  relocation, etc)
• Establish a home office and go to work
• Establish personal goals exercise, lose weight,
  professional development
• No depression or whining please

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Setting Priorities

• Update your resume
• Establish an internet account (cable modem or
  DSL) post surf
• Develop references
• Join the library
• Visit Chamber of Commerce
• Get re-acquainted with friends family
• Contact recruiters search firms

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Resumes Cover Letters

• Nothing but the facts, and actual accomplishments
• Develop a separate resume for each position you
  are seeking (txt file also)
• Recommend resume not exceed 2 pages
• Complete work history, including schools
• Cover letters should summarize your
  qualifications accomplishments
• Visit your library for reference books
• Check out the APICS web site

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Internet Postings Searches

• Post on Monster, Hot Jobs, Career Builder, 6
  Figures, APICS and ?
• Set up automatic email notifications
• Make your resume searchable by recruiters
  employers (if not working)
• Recruiters search firms now dominate the
  internet
• Employment firms charge fees dont be deceived
• Watch for scams - insurance sales

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Recruiters Search Firms

• Recruiters dominate the internet if your resume
  is searchable, they will find you
• Get used to lots of applications and no feedback
  it is a volume business
• Unless you are serious about the position and the
  location, dont apply
• Search firms are employer paid, and can be quite
  selective
• Dont forget recruiters who advertise in APICS
  Advantage

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Family Friends

• Make a list of all family members, friends,
  former associates
• Contact everyone on your list to let them know
  your status and ask for leads
• Emails are OK, but personal phone calls may bring
  the most results
• Provide a resume to your references
• Family, friends, former associates are the most
  effective search engine

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Direct Marketing

• Market yourself to target markets companies
• Chamber of Commerce directories
• Single page resume and cover letter to key
  decision makers
• Follow-up 1 2 weeks later with a cover letter
  and 2 page resume to HR manager
• Follow-up 1 2 weeks later with phone calls
• Expand your search
• Identify target companies and apply for positions
  on-line
• You will need a txt file of your resume for most

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Tips

• Purchase a spiral notebook keep meticulous
  notes on job applications, conversations, contact
  info (name/no.)
• Print off job sheets for every position applied
  for and file in 3-ring notebook
• Include your cell phone on resume and on-line
  applications (be accessible)
• If you dont have a fax, visit your local
  Kinkos/UPS store and get their number

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Professional Development

• Make time to improve your knowledge and
  marketability
• Certification does make a difference CPIM,
  CSCP, CIRM, C.P.M.
• Develop any weakness six sigma, lean
  manufacturing, interview skills, etc
• Develop your mind your body stay active,
  exercise, home garden

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Final Comments

• Stay the course dont get discouraged, stay
  active with your job search and your professional
  development
• Dont live on the internet
• Practice your interview skills (Q A)
• Clothes appearance do make the man (or woman)
• Be ready to interview on a moments notice

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• Questions?
• Mike Moody, CPIM, C.P.M.
• mmoody_at_imperialgroup.com