job search steps

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People changed jobs every 3 years People on average have 5 careers Many times in your life you will need to

conduct a job search. So, It’s important to know the process

Learn the steps for successful job search

Review the “must have” marketing tools

Job hunting resources Prepare to start search

Identify career goals and objectives› What sort of job am I looking for?› Where do I want to work?› What do I value in my work?

Realistically assess your strengths, weaknesses, skills, and abilities

Ready your marketing tools

Resume Cover Letter Reference Page & Recommendations Mustangjobs.com Portfolio Polished Interviewing Skills

JOBURBAN can help you develop these tools

Identify and rank information on companies:› Largest › Fastest growing › Most profitable

Research annual reports of companies

Use the web or local libraries

Joburban.com› Full Time and Internship Positions› On Campus Recruiting

Newspapers & Professional Journals Telephone and Online Directories Minnesota Workforce Center Chamber of Commerce Governmental Agencies

Internet Job Sites1.Super Sites

◦ Visibility to employers makes these sites popular (e.g. Joburban.com , Monster)

2.Hub Sites◦ Still well know but smaller sites—target

specific groups (e.g. The Ladders—for executives)

3.Niche Sites◦ Smaller sites often associated with a

profession or industry association (e.g. Joburban.com, LandIt.org)

Use Safe Job Sites Refine your job search using keywords

and advance search options Apply to positions you are qualified for Set up Email Job Alerts or Job Agents Upload and Post your Resume Write a Customized Cover Letter

Develop a systematic list of people who could provide company information and referrals◦ Family & Friends◦ Past Employers◦ Professional Organizations◦ Faculty and staff

Create a list of employers you want to work for—contact these companies for job and internship opportunities

Keep a written log of contacts, callbacks, and interviews.

Develop short & long term action plans

Seek feedback from others

Review and adjust your objectives as needed

Decide on clothes to give you the “professional” look

Practice your Interview Skills

What to bring—Pad folio, extra resumes, reference page, professional pen, questions for interviewer

Follow up with the employer within 1-2 weeks of sending your resume

Always send Thank You Letters after an interview—within 24 hours

Follow directions—send the information the employer requests

Job searching takes time—the average search is 4-6 months

Remember…Follow up is key

Be open minded about potential opportunities

1. Get organized2. Research the market3. Network and conduct info interviews4. Pace yourself & stay with it5. Prepare for the interview6. Make sure to follow through7. Be persistent

Contact– www.joburban.com