Title: 4.00 Understand job search techniques. 4.01 Understand where to seek employment.
14.00 Understand job search techniques.4.01
Understand where to seek employment.
2Resources Used to Seek Employment
Networking
Printed Resources
Internet
3How Jobs Leads are Acquired
- 5 Job Ads
- 23 Employment Agencies
- 24 Direct Employer Contact
- 48 Networking
- U.S. Department Of Labor
4Networking Dos
- Make a list of potential network sources
- Inform people of jobs and careers that interest
you or that you are looking for - Be clear about what you are looking for when
making contacts
5Networking Dos (continued)
- Include people of all ages and job descriptions
in your network - Keep contacts informed of your job search
progress - Keep in touch with your network over time
- Follow up on any leads or names you have been
given - Be professional in your approach and behavior
- Continue to expand your circle of contacts
6Networking Donts
- Dont be afraid to ask for advice and assistance
- Dont expect your network to function as a job
search firm for you - Dont be discouraged if someone doesnt have time
for you - Dont be shy speak out and be assertive
7Career Fair Tips
- Dress as for an interview
- Prepare introductory talking points
- Be prepared for an on-the-spot interview
- Prepare insightful questions to ask
- Act professionally
- Show enthusiasm and interest
- Take several copies of your résumé, a pen, paper,
and business cards, if available
8Career Fair Tips (continued)
- Use a firm handshake, direct eye contact, and a
bright smile - Research employers
- Talk to each employer, and broaden your network
- Approach employers individually
9Networking Resources
- Career Fairs - potential employers
- Community members businesses, community
programs, religious organizations - Family and friends parents, siblings, neighbors
- School resources - clubs, CTSOs, staff
10Internet Resources
- Career Specific
- Company Specific
- General Job Search
- Location Specific
11Printed Resources
- Newspapers want ads
- Bulletin Boards job postings
12How Do I Get There?
13Employment Documents
- Job Application
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Thank you letter
14Job Application Why is it important?
- A Job Application is more than just a piece of
paper. It provides employers with the first
impression of a potential employee. An
application that is sloppy or contains inaccurate
information will always end up in the trash.
15Job Application What is the purpose?
- Provides personal data, education, and work
history - Demonstrates ability to read and follow simple
directions - Demonstrates ability to write neatly, spell, and
provide clear and concise descriptions of work
history and education - To verify honesty
16Job Application Guidelines for Completing
- Read entire form first
- Application Tool Box
- Pen with blue or black ink, preferably blue
- Social security number
- Work history including dates, addresses, phone
numbers - References
- Answer all questions completely and honestly
- Write NA (not applicable) if an item does not
apply to you
17Job Application Components
- Personal information name, social security
number, address, phone number(s) - Position applied for list the specific job
applying for - Education schools and colleges attended,
degrees and certifications earned, dates - Work experience job titles and descriptions,
employers, hours, and wages - Criminal history applicants arrest record, if
any - Signature Full name, not nickname. Signature
implies that information on application is true
and complete - References former employers, teachers, and
advisors
18Reference Guidelines
- Use references who
- Know your character, experience, skills and work
ethics - Will give you a positive recommendation
- Always ask permission before using someone as a
reference
19Résumé What is the purpose?
- Summarizes applicants qualifications
- Provides personal data, education, work history,
and reference information - Stimulates interest of employer
- Determines if applicant is worth interviewing
20Résumé Guidelines for Keying
- Limit it to one page, if possible
- Showcase skills and qualifications, but be honest
- Use reverse chronological order for education and
work experience - Use action verbs such as created, designed
- Use present tense in describing a current job and
past tense for others - Get permission to use names as references
- Key and proofread carefully
21Résumé Components
- Personal Data Name, address, phone number,
e-mail - Objective Position applied for
- Education Schools attended or currently
attending, specialized subjects or programs,
graduation dates (or expected graduation date) - Work experience/volunteer work Employment
history, volunteer positions, apprenticeships - Skills and abilities Job-related skills and
abilities - Honors and Activities Honors, awards,
activities that indicate leadership and teamwork
ability or relate to position - References May include statement indicating
that references are available upon request
22Cover Letter What is the purpose?
- To introduce the applicant to the potential
employer - To explain reason for applying
- To describe qualifications
- To request an interview
- To complement the résumé
23Cover Letter Guidelines for Keying
- Must be keyed in 11 or 12 pt font
- Must be error-free
- Address to a specific person, avoid Dear Sir
- Content should be clear and concise
- Letter should be brief
- Use personal business letter format
- Use high quality paper
24Cover Letter Components
- Paragraph 1 What position you are applying for
and how you found out about the job - Paragraph 2 Why you should be hired.
Information about your qualifications and
experience. - Paragraph 3 Request an interview and provide
contact information
25The Interview What is the purpose?
- Most important step in the employment process
- Applicants opportunity to
- Showcase self and qualifications
- Learn about opportunities for advancement
- Learn about the employers management style
- Learn about the expectations of the job
- Employers opportunity to
- Assess the applicants personality, motivation,
knowledge, and work ethic - Determine if the applicant is a right fit for
the company
26Types of Interviews
- Formal Face-to-face (F2F) meeting of applicant
and employer - Group - Sometimes called a panel or tag team
interview - Conducted by an employer and one or more staff
members - Applicant is asked questions by all team members
- Measures how applicant interacts with different
people - Tests how applicant handles stress
- Informational - Initiated by the jobseeker
- Get advice/information from employer people in
career field - Network for job leads and referrals
- Make first impression with employer
- Telephone Often used to screen applicants and
determine which applicants warrant a F2F interview
27Before the interview
- Research the company and industry
- Plan and practice
- an introduction of yourself
- what to say about your skills, knowledge,
abilities, experience and goals - a list of questions to ask
- Select appropriate attire
- Prepare a résumé (if needed)
- Make a list of references (with permission)
- Plan to go alone
- Print directions (if needed)
28During the interview
- Arrive on time not too early or late
- Exhibit confidence and positive attitude
- Speak clearly
- Give firm handshake
- Display appropriate body language
- eye contact
- hand gestures
- active listening
- Sell yourself and qualifications
- Be truthful
- Answer and ask questions
- Thank the interviewer for the interview
29After the interview
- Follow up with a thank you letter
- Shows employer that you are interested in the job
- Opportunity to clarify something you said or
forgot to say during the interview - Guidelines
- Keep it short and error free
- Thank interviewer for taking time to talk with
you - Restate your interest in the job and why youd be
an asset to the company - Use personal business letter format
- Send no later than two days after the interview
- Be persistent, but not a pest