effective job search using online tools

Effective Job Search Using Online Tools

March 13, 2012

Presented by: Victoria Montgomery, Drake Global Tech

Agenda Agenda

• Your online job search – LinkedIn

• Other online tools for finding a job

• Tips for applying online

• Social networking for your career

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Social Career Networking - Social Career Networking - LinkedInLinkedIn

“Reverse” headhunt: find the hiring manager on LinkedIn and connect directly

• If a job is posted, you can often see who’s posted it and contact them directly, even if it’s just to introduce yourself

Warning: Do not annoy the poster! Just introduce yourself and make them aware you exist

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Company Pages:

Internal postings may appear on company websites before they appear on job boards

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LinkedIn GroupsJob opportunities are frequently posted on group message boards:

•Share articles, opinions and receive feedback from the community

•Build your network with decision-makers / influencers

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Online Job Boards Online Job Boards

There are several job boards that are updated daily and are free to use if looking for work:

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Company Career Pages Company Career Pages

Internal postings may appear on company websites before they appear on job boards:

•These are updated frequently, depending on the size of the company

•When applying to larger companies, use relevant keywords on your resume

•You can also try contacting the HR department to learn more about the position (Only if it says on the posting that you may contact the company)

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Creating Your Online ProfileCreating Your Online Profile

The Importance of a Complete Profile:

•If you’re using LinkedIn to try and find a job, you want to have a solid online presence

•Avoid an incomplete profile by following LinkedIn’s guidance to complete your page

•Be creative!! Grab attention. Make it memorable.

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Play around with your professional headline, if you’re looking for work, there are dozens of creative ways to phrase it:

• “Exploring new opportunities”

• “Seeking a change”

• “Not working”

• “Creative Professional looking for new opportunities”

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BAD BAD GOOD

Inviting Someone to Connect Inviting Someone to Connect OnlineOnline

• Always, always, always, write a personal message

• Be genuine:

– people are more inclined to talk you if they sense you aren’t using them

• Try to schedule an “Information Call”:

– Goal: to learn more about the industry and what a career is like in industry X

– Once you have the call, try to schedule a coffee meeting

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Tips for ApplyingTips for Applying

1. Have a Plan

– Don’t go into your search blind

– Narrow down what you REALLY want to do and who you REALLY can see a career with

– Get a list of 10-20 companies and start hunting

2. Connect on LinkedIn with people in the company who can help you with your search:

– Remember to have a complete profile

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3. Tailor your resume to the job description if there is one available

– Your job at Burger King in 2001 may not be relevant

4. Hit them with the “Highlights”

– Having a cover letter isn’t always necessary

– If you have a professional summary at the beginning of your resume, it can be just as effective if you tailor it to the job you’re seeking

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6. WIIFM

– What’s In It For Me?

– Why should the person you’re talking to hire you?

– What makes you better than the 10 people beside you doing the same job?

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Other LinkedIn Tips for Applying

• Follow Companies

• Join Groups

• InMails

• Profile Badge

• Premium Account

• Introductions

• OpenLink

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THANK YOU For Questions Please Contact Victoria Montgomery

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