how to find a job
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How to Find a Job
Tips and Tactics for Success
1. Self-Assessment2. Labor Market Information3. Sizing-Up Employers4. Your Personal Commercial5. Résumé Essentials6. Job Interviews7. Hidden Jobs
AGENDA
About Me What I want? My Best Leverage Job Readiness Skills Closing Gaps
Training Volunteer Work Employment Agencies
Self-Assessment
www.onetonline.org www.edd.ca.gov www.acinet.org www.bls.gov www.mynextmove.org http://jobcenter.usa.gov/
Labor Market Info
Job postings
Matching the Job Job requirements Qualifications Skills
Best & Favorite Results Bring Success
Fitting In
Employers
Qualifications
“I have…” Skills
“I can…” Fitting In
“I am…”
Personal Commercial
First Two Decisions
Job Objective Resume Types
Letterhead Summary of Qualifications Key Skills Employment Experience Education/Training
Résumé
I Can Do The Job I Fit In First Impression Image Management Information
Management Professional Attitude Focus on Results
Job Interviews
1. Telling about yourself2. The weakness question3. Behavioral questions4. Why do you want to work here?5. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?6. Why should I hire you?7. Do you have any questions for us?
Typical Questions
80% of all jobs are never advertised Only 5%-15% of job hires are from
job ads Employer “Raw List” Making a “Hot List” Cold Calling Employment agencies Networking
Hidden Jobs
Questions?
How to Find a Job
Tips and Tactics for Success