140424 ecu competing for advertised roles

Competing for Advertised Roles

Barry J Horne

T: (08) 9448 6753E: barryjh@amnet.net.au ECU BES2500 L: http://au.linkedin.com/in/barryhorne April 2014

Career Development Model

Search Strategy

Advertised Recruitment and Selection

Application Principles

Achievement Stories

Resumes

Interviews

Social Media

Career Management

OverviewCareer developm ent

is an ongoing process ofcareer and life exploration,decision m aking, planning,

action and review.

It involves self andprocess m anagem ent.

and enterpriseEm ployability

G oal setting

Judy Denham , Ju ly 2004

exploration/alignm ent

O pportunity

Action planning

Self m arketing

(Do) (D iscover)

(Decide)

(Review )

Perform anceand satisfaction review

skill developm ent

e o

Contextual

&

Career developm entis an ongoing process of

career and life exploration,decision m aking, planning,

action and review.

It involves self andprocess m anagem ent.

and enterpriseEm ployability

G oal setting

Judy Denham , Ju ly 2004

exploration/alignm ent

O pportunity

Action planning

Self m arketing

(Do) (D iscover)

(Decide)

(Review )

Perform anceand satisfaction review

skill developm ent

e o

Contextual

&

Career developm entis an ongoing process of

career and life exploration,decision m aking, planning,

action and review.

It involves self andprocess m anagem ent.

and enterpriseEm ployability

G oal setting

Judy Denham, July 2004

exploration/alignm ent

O pportunity

Action planning

Self m arketing

(Do) (D iscover)

(Decide)

(Review )

Perform anceand satisfaction review

skill developm ent

e

Contextual

&

Career Development Model

Denham (2014)

Search Strategy

Horne (2014)

Advertised Recruitment and Selection

Horne (2014)

Developing Applications: Principles

Career Solutions (2012)

Developing Achievement Stories

Horne (2014)

Developing Achievement Stories

Horne (2014)

An Achievement Story with no Results is Like a Joke Without a Punch Line!

What is the Primary Purpose of a Resume?

In Preparation, What Should You Focus On?

What are Your Goals?

What Content Should be Included?

What Content Should be Excluded?

Designing Resumes

Horne (2014)

Primary Purpose is to Secure an Interview!

A Resume Markets You - Does Your Resume Do YOU Justice?

TAILOR to Target Role

NO Magic Format/Style

(Robot or Human) Recipient’s Goal is to Quickly◦ SCREEN OUT Majority of Applications◦ DEVELOP INTERVIEW Short-list

Designing Resumes : Overview

Horne (2014)

Meeting Challenges/ Needs of Organisation

Research ◦ Industry, Organisation, Role

Information Sources◦ Job Specifications/Criteria◦Nominated Contact◦ Public Documents (e.g. Annual Report, Press Releases)◦ Internet (Target Organisation Web Site)◦ Target Organisation and Industry Employees◦ Professional/Industry Associations

Designing Resumes : Preparation

Horne (2014)

Capturing Reader's Attention

Demonstrating Qualifications for Target Role

Indicating Potential to Meet Challenges / Needs of Organisation

Standing Out from Other Applicants!

Designing Resumes : Goals

Horne (2014)

Pyramid Resume Model

Horne (2014)

Career Objective / Profile Statement

Snapshot Impression to Stimulate Interest

Qualifications / Training

Relevant to Target Role

Employment History and Contexts

Employer Profiles (Products, Services, Client/GeographicMarkets, Size)

Role (Purpose, Key Responsibilities, Skills Applied, Achievements)

Designing Resumes: Inclusions

Horne (2014)

Student Professional Memberships

Implies Industry Knowledge, Network of Peers

Community Engagement (Development and Application of Skills)

Volunteer Roles University Life / LeadershipUpper High School Community Contributions

Recreational Interests

Balanced Person (Active / Passive; Team / Individual)

Designing Resumes: Inclusions

Horne (2014)

Information Likely to Result in Screening Out. In general:

Age Marital Status Place of Birth Salary Expectations Religion Political Affiliations Health Status Photographs Referees (Unless Requested at Time of Application) Reasons for Leaving Past Roles

Designing Resumes: Exclusions

Horne (2014)

Performing at Interview: A Numbers Game

1:1

1:Many Many:1

Horne (2014)

When Invited to Interview, Ask for Names and Positions of Interviewers, then Research Their Backgrounds!

Performing at Interview : Format

Office-Based

Video Conference

Telephone (Sometimes,

Without Notice)

Coffee Chat

Horne (2014)

Know Resume Key Points (and Achievement Stories) Review Job Description Dress Professionally and Appropriately Know Where / When to Go Be Comfortably on Time Ask for Interviewer by Name Have Copies of Resume and Referee List Have Pen and Notepad Prepare Your List of Questions Expect to Complete Registration Information (especially at

Recruitment Agencies)

Performing at Interview : Preparation

GCA (2014)

Performing at Interview: Employer Perspectives

Hudson Highland (2005)

Performing at Interview: Employer Perspectives

Hudson Highland (2005)

Performance at Interview : Implications

Horne (2014)

Performing at Interview : Their QuestionsType Why Example

Ice-Breakers F Tell Me About Yourself…

Organisation Knowledge F, P Attracted to Our Company?

Academic Study F, P Decide to Study HR?

Resume Elaboration C Tell Us More About…

Technical Skills C Professional Challenges Expected in Role?

Behavioural C Situation/Time When You?

Scenarios C Deal With an Angry Client / Colleague (F)?

Self-Awareness F What Are Your Strengths / Weaknesses?

Major Achievements C Proudest Achievement, Skills Learned?

Career Motivation P Like to Be Doing in 5 Years’ Time?

Monash University (2014)

Type Why Example

Role F Why Has Position Become Available? Main Goals for Role?How Will Success be Measured?Obstacles Commonly Encountered?

Team F Size?Other Functions of Team?Overall Team Objectives

Organisation F Leadership / Management Style?Describe Culture?

Development P Induction Program?Graduate (Rotation) Opportunities?Training and Development Support?

Performing at Interview : Your Questions

Monster (UK, 2014)

① Scan Environment Constantly (Economic, Industry, Company, People)

② Reflect on Changing Personal Circumstances

③ Succeed in a 5C World - Be a Problem Solver

④ Document Your Successes /Contributions

⑤ Keep Self-Marketing Collateral Up-to-Date

⑥ Network Ceaselessly

Ongoing Career Management Tips

Horne (2014)

Career Solutions (2012). CareerWorks Self-Marketing Tips. Perth. Denham, J. (2004). Brief Introduction to the Course [Denham Career Development Model].

Employability and Enterprise Skills Course. Edith Cowan University Graduate Careers Australia (GCA, 2014). Types of Interview. Retrieved from:

http://www.graduatecareers.com.au/CareerPlanningandResources/InterviewsandBeyond/TypesofInterviews/index.htm

Hudson Highland Group Inc (2005). The Hudson Report. Employment Trends. HR Insights. Part Two, Getting Smart About Talent Management. October – December. Australia

Monash University (2014). Sample Interview Questions. Employment and Career Development Portal. Retrieved from: http://www.monash.edu.au/careers/students-grads/apply-for-a-job/interviews-sample-questions.html

Monster (UK, 2014). What Questions Might I Ask My Interviewer? Retrieved from: http://career-advice.monster.co.uk/job-interview/job-interview-questions/what-questions-should-i-ask-my-interviewer/article.aspx

Reppler (2011). Job Screening with Social Networks: How Are Employers Screening Job Applicants? Retrieved from: http://blog.reppler.com/2011/09/27/managing-your-online-image-across-social-networks/

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