Employment Fundamentals of Career Transition€¦ · • Recognize the basic sections of a resume. • Draft an employment history outline. • Draft a professional introduction to
The purpose of this course is to provide you with essential tools and resources you need to:
• Evaluate career options.
• Gain information for employment.
• Understand the fundamentals of the employment process.
IntroductionParticipant
Guide: Pg. 5
• Conduct occupational research and job search for selected careers.
• Complete the Gap Analysis.
• Understand the civilian work environment.
• Use the STAR method to write achievement statements.
• Recognize the basic sections of a resume.
• Draft an employment history outline.
• Draft a professional introduction to use for networking.
ObjectivesParticipant
Guide: Pg. 5
• Identify your network contacts.
• Draft a headline and summary for your LinkedIn profile.
• Analyze a job vacancy posting.
• Connect your skills and abilities with the needs of an employer.
• Demonstrate appropriate verbal responses to interview questions.
• Identify the relevant factors in evaluating a job offer.
• Develop a plan of action to accomplish a specific career goal.
ObjectivesParticipant
Guide: Pg. 5
Plan
Prepare
Apply
Interview
Receive
Decision
Course Overview
• Communicate your decision.
• Receive a job offer.
• Interview for a job.
• Apply for a job.
• Prepare for success.
• Plan your next steps.
Participant Guide: Pg. 6
12 to 18 Months
6 to 12 Months
0 to 6 Months
18 to 24 Months
Career Transition Journey MapParticipant
Guide: Pg. 8
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Career Transition Journey Encourage the participants to take advantage of the tools and resources in the TAP curriculum to prepare for their new career pathway. Encourage them not to procrastinate in their career planning. Discuss the career path and timeline. The timeline depends on when they are transitioning out of the military. Some people may be going straight to school and their phases and activities will be tied to applying to school and being accepted.
Answer the following questions:
1. My current job in the military is…
2. What I find most rewarding about my job is…
3. Some of the strengths I’ve developed are…
4. After the military, I want to…
5. What I hope to gain from this course is....
1.5 Activity: Where Are You Now?Participant
Guide: Pg. 9
Section 2Planning Your Next Steps
Introduction—Plan
Prepare
Apply
Interview
Receive
DecisionIn this section, you will:
• Evaluate your career options using important career factors and information from the labor market.
• Use this information along with your insights from the MOC Crosswalk and Financial Planning for Transition workshop to complete your Gap Analysis.
Participant Guide: Pg. 11
Plan
Presenter
Presentation Notes
What do you want to do next? Participants need to know in order to prepare for the next step: career transition. Some participants may know from their introduction and some may be uncertain.
Factors to Consider When Selecting a Career
Participant Guide: Pg. 11
InterestsValues
Work Style
Location
The MarketEducation & Training Skills
Labor Market ResearchParticipant
Guide: Pg. 13
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Labor Market Research can assist participants in finding out if the career they selected would be a good fit for them. Explain the concept of supply and demand. To drive home the concept of supply and demand, ask the participants the following questions: What jobs have been declining over the last decade? Why? What jobs are in demand right now? Why? Relate the participants’ answers to the labor market. Emphasize the importance of the labor market on career decision making.
2.4 Activity: Identify the Occupation Outlook & Salary Range
Participant Guide: Pg. 17
2.5 Activity: Final Analysis
Filling The Gap
Participant Guide: Pg. 19
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Activity 2.4, 2.5, and 2.6 (30 min)
Additional Transition TracksParticipant
Guide: Pg. 20
DOL Employment
Workshop
Managing Your
Education
Vocational Training Track (VTT, formerly
CEPT)
Boots to Business
Entrepreneurship Track
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Explain the available tracks that participants can take to help them bridge the gap and help them with their next steps.
2.8 Activity: Access the AJC Online
www.veterans.gov/
Participant Guide: Pg. 21
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Show the participants how to access AJC. Explain that the American Job Center is an excellent resource that can help participants not only find local jobs (when they are ready to apply) but also identify training resources and funding in the local area. Inform participants that in Step 4: Type in your city, state or zip code they must type in city AND state. If not both, their search will come up with 0 results.
This section will provide you with the skills and documents you need to apply for a job. You will learn how to: • Adjust to the civilian workplace.
• Create an employment history outline.
• Identify the basic sections of a resume.
• Draft your professional introduction.
• Network.
• Create an effective LinkedIn profile.
Introduction—Prepare
Plan
Apply
Interview
Receive
Decision
Participant Guide: Pg. 24
Prepare
Plan
Presenter
Presentation Notes
This section will focus on getting all vital documents for participants to get ready to apply for job.
True/False QuizParticipant
Guide: Pg. 24
Think Like an EmployerParticipant
Guide: Pg. 26
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Most effective strategy you can adopt in your job search
Adjustment to the Civilian Workplace
You adjusted to the military culture—you’ll be able to do the same in the civilian workplace.
Participant Guide: Pg. 26
Military Culture vs. Civilian Culture
VS
Civilian Culture
Military Culture
Participant Guide: Pg. 27
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Go over each point to highlight how the military and civilian workplaces are different. Ask the class to share their ideas of what each of these topics mean to them. Ask the class, “What challenges might you face when entering the civilian workplace?”
Overcoming Stereotypes
• Share how you have quickly integrated and developed good working relationships with team members when joining new units.
“Veterans will not fit into my less formal work culture.”
• Share how you have improvised and innovated to meet unpredictable challenges.
“Military personnel are rigid and lack creativity.”
• Share how you have motivated, coached, guided, and supported team members using a collaborative leadership style.
“A Veteran's only leadership approach is giving orders.”
� Share that you are aware of that unfortunate stereotype. Then share a skill you developed as a result of being in the military and a specific time it helped you overcome a personal setback (NOT medically related).
•“Most Veterans suffer from PTSD/TBI.”
Participant Guide: Pg. 28
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Participants need to be aware of these potential stereotypes so that they can address how they present and describe themselves to others. Another note to point out to the participants: What are some of their stereotypes of civilians?
Translating Military Terminology into Civilian Terms
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Participant Guide: Pg. 29
Presenter
Presentation Notes
One of the easiest ways to help employers understand your military experience is to substitute military terms, titles, ranks, and acronyms for their civilian equivalents in your professional introduction, cover letter, resume, and interview.
A comprehensive list of job titles, duties, employers, and dates.
Employment History OutlineParticipant
Guide: Pg. 31
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Go over the benefits of an employment history outline. It is much easier to have all the information on a piece of paper when creating a resume or filling out a job application than searching everywhere for the information. An employment history outline can track volunteer experience as well as their work experiences prior to joining the military.
3.5 Activity: Create Your Employment History Outline
Participant Guide: Pg. 31
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Creating an Employment History Outline (5 minutes)
Resumes Types
Master
• Stores all your work experience, accomplishments, degrees, trainings, skills, and awards in one document.
• Use to create the targeted resume.
Targeted
• Highlights only the skills and experiences that are relevant to a specific position.
Participant Guide: Pg. 32
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Discuss the concept of a master and targeted resume. Reference the employment history outline from the last section and the assistance it can provide in building a master resume.
Resume Styles
Chronological-Time BasedMost preferred by employers, as it lists the jobs you have held, starting with your most recent position and then proceeding in reverse chronological order.
Combination-Time & Skill BasedIncorporates features of both the chronological and functional format by categorizing your skills followed by a work history.
Functional-Skill BasedAllows you to group your skills and accomplishments into one or more categories.
Participant Guide: Pg. 32
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Discuss the three styles of resumes (chronological is time-based, functional is skill-based, and the combination resume has elements of both time and skill). Highly recommend the chronological style due to its easy format and logic flow. Functional is not recommended because it is viewed with suspicion by employers due to the lack of information about specific employers and dates. If participants want to showcase their skills from non-work experience and are changing careers, it is recommended that they use the combination style, as they will have skills and work history listed.
Resumes Format
1. Contact Information
2. Summary of Qualifications
3. Experience
4. Educations and Training
5. Skills and Awards-(Optional)
Participant Guide: Pg. 33
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Contact: Address: Participants may include their full address or just their city and state. They can leave out their address, but employers may want to see if they are local. Contact number: Make sure the participants set up their voicemail with a professional voicemail greeting. Email: Explain the importance of checking email regularly and stress the importance of having an appropriate email address – create a new, free account if necessary. Social media link: Optional--make sure the link information is the same as the resume. Summary of Qualification: Explain that is section has many names, including professional summary. Use keywords in this section to get an employer’s attention. Experience: Encourage the participants to think like an employer and see what experience an employer would like to see. Use the STAR method, which will be introduced later. Education and Training: Remind the participants to translate their military training into civilian terms. Skills and Awards: Explain to the participants that they should only list relevant skills and awards related to the position they’re applying for. They can add other section such as Volunteer Service, Activities,and etc. Remind the participants that a resume is a living document. It needs to be updated with the latest accomplishments, but the participants also need to revise the resume for each application they submit. Refer the participants to the 2-day DOL-Employment Workshop for in-depth resume writing exercises and additional resources for resume writing.
S SituationT TaskA ActionR Result
The STAR MethodParticipant
Guide: Pg. 35
The STAR method is a four-step technique that will help you discuss how you used your skills to achieve goals or objectives.
The STAR Method (continued) SI
TUAT
ION
• Think of a specific time or circumstance when you used this skill; define the general context of that situation.
TASK
• Name the key objective you were responsible for in that situation or the challenges/obstacles you had to overcome.
ACTI
ON
• Describe what you did to complete the assigned task; emphasize the skills and resources involved.
RESU
LT
• Summarize the outcome and how you specifically contributed to that outcome; describe the improvements and/or benefits that were observed.
Participant Guide: Pg. 35
Putting STAR into PracticeSI
TUAT
ION
• The Promotion Board adopted a new computer system, and it would not take the format of the promotion packages we submitted.
TASK
• As the team leader, I was tasked with ensuring the 5,500 promotion packages were updated with the correct format and to resubmit the packages within three days.
ACTI
ON
• I developed an Excel spreadsheet for my team to track the 5,500 promotion packages to ensure they were all updated with the correct format.
RESU
LT
• All 5,500 promotion packages were successfully updated with the new format and resubmitted to the Promotion Board within the deadline.
Participant Guide: Pg. 36
Use the STAR method to create your own achievement statements.
3.10 Activity: Creating an Achievement Statement with STAR
Participant Guide: Pg. 37
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Using the STAR Method to Create an Achievement Statement (15 minutes) Have the participants individually work on one achievement statement. Have the participants form into small groups and share their achievement statement with the group. Ask the participants, “Where else can you use the STAR method in your employment process? Debrief Ask the participants how they feel/think about the activity? Have they used STAR in another workshop? Ask the participants what did they learned from this activity? Was the STAR method helpful to them? Ask the participants how they can use the STAR method in their job search?
Professional Introduction
• Known as an elevator speech or 30-second introduction• A brief introduction about you
Participant Guide: Pg. 38
01
03
041. Introduce yourself.
How to Prepare a Professional Introduction
4. Finish with a call to action.
3. Explain what you want.02
2. Provide a summary of what you do.
Participant Guide: Pg. 38
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Discuss the importance of having a prepared professional introduction ready to go at all times. They never know who they are going to bump into. Ask the participants if they have a professional introduction ready to go.
3.12 Activity: Draft Your Professional Introduction
Participant Guide: Pg. 39
1
2
3
4
Introduce yourself.
Provide a summary of what you do.
Explain what you want.
Finish with a call to action.
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Activity: Draft Your Professional Introduction (20 minutes)
Statistically, 60-80% of jobs are found through networking.
NetworkingParticipant
Guide: Pg. 41
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Every single person that you know, meet, and interact with is a possible member of your network
3.14 Activity: Identify Your Network Contacts
You
Other
Family
Friends
Groups & AssociationsAcquaintances
Coworkers
Classmates & Instructors
Participant Guide: Pg. 41
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Activity: Identify Your Network (5 minutes)
• Reach out to your network.
• Let your network know you are looking for a job.
• Be authentic and considerate.
• Be specific in your request.
• Take the time to maintain your network.
• Find ways to reciprocate.
Tips for NetworkingParticipant
Guide: Pg. 43
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Reach out to your network. When we’re in networking mode, we tend to think about the future and forget about those who helped us get where we are now. But reconnecting with old coworkers, bosses, mentors, and former coaches is key. Let your network know that you are looking for a job. All the connections in the world won’t help you find a job if no one knows about your situation. Let your network know that you’re transitioning out of the military and looking for a job. Be authentic and considerate. In any job search or networking situation, being yourself—the real you—should be your goal. Be mindful and respect other people’s time. Be specific in your request. Be prepared to articulate what you’re looking for. Is it a reference? An insider’s take on the industry? A referral? An introduction to someone in the field? Also, be sure to provide an update on your qualifications and recent professional experience. Take the time to maintain your network. Maintaining your job network is just as important as building it. Start reaching out to your network way before you transition. This will give you time to nurture the relationship before you ask for help. Find ways to reciprocate. Networking is about cultivating a relationship that is mutually beneficial. That means giving as well as receiving. Find ways to help your network and check in periodically to see how they’re doing
Expanding Your Network to Online Networking
92% of companies use social media for hiring.
Participant Guide: Pg. 43
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Explain that social media has become a way for companies to hire their employees. According to Staff.com, 92% of companies use social media for hiring. Encourage the participants to consider having a LinkedIn account as their online presence if nothing else.
• It is the world’s largest professional online network.
• A basic LinkedIn account is free.
• They offer a one-year complimentary Premium Career subscription for Veterans, Service members, and their spouses.
• The Premium Career subscription includes one year of access to LinkedIn Learning.
Using LinkedInParticipant
Guide: Pg. 44
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Discuss how LinkedIn can be used to assist with the job search process. Explain that it can help them to Gain exposure to hiring managers and recruiters Add their name into a search engine such as Google Gain access to research companies, interviewers, recruiters, and hiring managers View new opportunities on LinkedIn that may not exist on traditional job boards
Getting Started• Correct email address & phone number.• Browse profiles for good ideas.• Customized your LinkedIn profile address (URL).
The Profile Photo• Profiles with photos receive up to 21 times more views.• Photo should be recent and look like you.• Background is neutral and does not distract from you.• Wear professional attire and smile.• Don’t include your animals, children, or other people in your profile photo.
Effective LinkedIn ProfilesParticipant
Guide: Pg. 44
The Headline• Should be 120 characters or less.
• Think like an employer and ask yourself “What skills and accomplishments are my target employers looking for?”
• To create an effective headline:
• Tell the viewers what you do.
• Showcase your specialty.
• Add flair.
3.17.2 Activity: Create Your Headline
Participant Guide: Pg. 45
Examples:• Project Manager | Lean Black Belt | Operations |
Training Development |
• Strategic Communications Executive, PMP, MBA
• Experienced Program Manager available for new opportunities--Active Clearance--Team Builder
• Transitioning Military Cyber Security Professional ★Infosec ★ CISSP/GCFA/CHFI/CCFE
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Tell the viewers what you do: Share your relevant professional experience that the employers are looking for. Showcase your specialty: Highlight your specialized training, certificates, education, or experience to get an employer’s attention. Employers will search for certain keywords, and your profile will show up in their searches if you have the skills listed in your headline. Add flair: You can use symbols and other characters to separate your titles, if desired.
The Summary (About)Is an online version of your professional introduction with 2,000 characters.
Guidelines:• Start strong.• Use first person.• Incorporate keywords. • State your career goals.• Tell your career story.
Participant Guide: Pg. 45
3.17.2 Activity: Draft Your Summary Statement
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Start strong: By default, LinkedIn shows only the first three lines of your profile summary before readers have to click to see more. Use the first sentences to convey the most important information about your experience and talents. Use first person: It is okay to use personal pronouns (“I,” “me,” and “my”) to add a personal touch. Incorporate keywords throughout your LinkedIn summary: Recruiters search for a combination of job titles, skills, and other keywords to find the right candidates. Job postings are keyword-based content, making them a great resource to find the right keyword to use in your summary. State your career goals: This helps your viewers better understand you as a professional, and if they’re a recruiter, lets them evaluate whether your aspirations align with what they’re looking for. Tell your career story: Share what you do, show off your accomplishments, and add what makes you great at your job.
Effective LinkedIn Profile:The Experience
The Experience• Add your employers and positions, dates worked, and some information
about the work you did. • Use specific job titles.• Use action words.• Use keywords.• Use the correct tenses.• Focus on recent work.
Participant Guide: Pg. 47
Effective LinkedIn Profile:Education and Skills & Endorsements
The Education• List your most recent degree first.• Enter any extracurricular activities.• Enter any awards or honors.
The Skills & Endorsement• Can highlight 50 skills.• Translate your skills.• Use the field auto complete.• Endorse others for their skills.• Pin 3 top skills.
Participant Guide: Pg. 48
Presenter
Presentation Notes
The Skills& Endorsement Remind the participants to think like an employer and include skills that employers are looking for. The participants can only highlight 50 skills so select the one that will get them the job. Encourage the participants to endorse others.
Effective LinkedIn Profile: Recommendations, Location & Industry
The Recommendations• Like a traditional reference.• Ask people you know.• Personalize your LinkedIn recommendation requests.• Make it easy.
The Location & Industry• Choose the city where you plan to live.• Choose the industry you are interested in entering.
Participant Guide: Pg. 49
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Recommendations Encourage the participants to ask their current supervisors, co-workers and people in their network to write a LinkedIn recommendation for them. It is better to get a recommendation now since their supervisors and co-workers still work with them. LinkedIn will give the participants to chance to review the recommendations and display on their profile. The Location & Industry Carefully consider what information you put into the location and industry sections of your profile while using LinkedIn during your military transition. If you plan to move to a new city post-transition, choose that city instead of where you are currently located. This allows LinkedIn’s algorithms to recommend jobs for you in the correct location. Likewise, if you’re using LinkedIn during this transition period, do not select “military” for your industry. Instead, select the industry that you’re interested in entering. This will help LinkedIn’s algorithms recommend jobs, connections, and news articles from the right industry.
Effective LinkedIn Profile: The Other Sections
The Other Sections• Licensures & Certifications: Demonstrates that you
have the knowledge and skills to perform the work.
• Courses: Shows that you are a lifelong learner and dedicated to self-improvement.
• Honors & Awards: Features the recognition you have earned.
• Volunteer Services: Highlights your passion and how you like to give back.
Participant Guide: Pg. 49
Presenter
Presentation Notes
The Other Sections With more details included on your profile, it becomes more likely that recruiters and potential employers will be able to find you. In the Add Profile section right below your profile picture, there are the following sections that you can add to your profile: Causes you care about: Shows you are sensitive to the needs of others. Licensures & Certifications: Demonstrates that you have the knowledge and skills to perform the work. A certification or license, in some cases, may be the equivalent to holding a college degree. Courses: Shows that you are a lifelong learner and dedicated to self-improvement. Honors & Awards: Features the recognition you have earned. Volunteer Services: Highlights your passion and how you like to give back.
Section 4Applying for a Job
In this section, you will learn:
• What you should know before filling out an employment application.
• How to identify job opportunities.
• How to analyze a job posting.
Introduction—Apply
Plan
Prepare
Interview
Receive
Decision
Participant Guide: Pg. 51
Prepare
Plan
Apply
How Hiring Occurs
Advertised Vacant PositionsAdvertise the vacancy and utilize the formal employment process.
Unadvertised Employment OpportunitiesUtilize informal networks to find potential employees.
Talent HiresCreate a position for an outstanding applicant.
Participant Guide: Pg. 51
Presenter
Presentation Notes
It is impossible to calculate the exact percentages of people hired using each of these three approaches, but most career specialists estimate that between 25% and 40% of jobs are filled through the formal process of advertising a vacancy. That means between 60% and 75% of successful job seekers get hired from unadvertised employment opportunities. Talent hiring probably accounts for 3% to 5% of hiring. Explain that now that the participants understand where most of the hiring takes place, they may want to start looking at the unadvertised opportunities. In the following section, they will be given tips on how to find those job opportunities. Ask the participants if they know someone that got hired through a talent hire or an unadvertised opportunity.
• Smaller supply of advertised positions.
• Increased competition for advertised jobs.
• Applicant tracking systems can filter candidates.
• Tailor your application/resume.
Advertised JobsParticipant
Guide: Pg. 52
An organization can create an opening if you show how you:
• Add value that is greater than your cost.
• Provide new or unique skill sets or capabilities.
Talent Hires Participant
Guide: Pg. 52
• Less competition.
• Improved chances of being considered by a hiring decision maker.
• Found through your personal, social, and business networks.
Unadvertised JobsParticipant
Guide: Pg. 52
Veteran-Ready Employers
HIRE Vets Medallion Program
Participant Guide: Pg. 53
Presenter
Presentation Notes
The HIRE Vets Medallion Award Program is the only federal award program that recognizes employers who recruit, retain, and employ Veterans. Employers must meet certain criteria to be awarded. There are two different medallion award levels, Platinum and Gold, which is based on the size of the company. You can visit www.hirevets.gov/awardees to view these employers and target them for employment opportunity.
Job postings provide insights into the skills, experience, and other selection criteria that an employer values.Tips:
• Read the entire job posting.• Highlight keywords in the qualifications, skills, and
experience sections.• “Preferred” means you can apply if you do not have
that skill or ability if you have the other qualifications.• Meet the minimum requirements.
Analyze a Job PostingParticipant
Guide: Pg. 55
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Encourage the participants to take some time to analyze the job posting This process will help them find what qualifications, skills, and experience the employer is looking for. They can then use that information to create a targeted resume and application that demonstrates that they are qualified for the position.
Keywords & Phrases Job Requirements My Qualifications
4.6 Activity: Analyze a Job Posting for Keywords & Information
Am I qualified to apply to this job? � Yes � No
Participant Guide: Pg. 56
• Read and follow application instructions carefully.• Keep your application consistent with your resume. • Update your resume and cover letter.• Constantly save your information when completing an
online application.• Do not leave blank spaces.• Do your salary research.• Be prepared to provide references.• Proofread your application.
Completing a Job ApplicationParticipant
Guide: Pg. 58
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Read and follow application instructions carefully. �Complete each field as requested. For hard copy applications, complete the application as neatly as possible. Keep your application consistent with your resume. �Tailor your answers to the job you are seeking. Do not provide negative information, but answer the questions truthfully. Copy and paste from your resume where applicable. Update your resume and cover letter. �Make sure your resume and cover letter are targeted to the position you are applying to. Always accompany your application with a resume and cover letter. Constantly save your information when completing an online application. �To protect your data, organizations may build a time-out feature into their online application system. Anything that is not saved before the system times out may be lost. Do not leave blank spaces. �Employers may be required to have a complete application. If there are questions that do not apply to you, respond with “N/A” or “not applicable.” Never write “see resume” on the application, as this may imply that you are disinterested in the position. Do your salary research. �Employers may have you list your salary requirements, and your answer could be a deal breaker. It’s okay to say “open” or “negotiable.” If those are not options, provide a salary range based on your research for the position and company. Be prepared to provide references. �If an application requests references, provide accurate contact information. Proofread your application before submitting it.
After the Application Process
NETWORK CONTINUE APPLYING
Participant Guide: Pg. 59
Section 5Interviewing for a Job
The interview represents one of the most critical stages of the employment process. It is your opportunity to truly market yourself to a prospective employer.
In this section, you will learn:
• Types of interviews.
• Types of questions.
• The STAR Method for interview questions.
Introduction—Interview Participant
Guide: Pg. 61
Plan
Prepare
Apply
Interview
Decision
Receive
Types of Interviews
Phone Face-to-Face Committee Video Meal Group
Participant Guide: Pg. 61
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Continue the discussion by covering the types of interviews that a participant may experience. Explain why an employer may use a certain type of interview (e.g., phone interview due to location or primary part of job; meal interview due to primary part of job; panel interview for time efficiency due to multiple opinions, etc.)
• Traditional interview questions are broad-based.
• Behavioral interview questions request descriptions about how you have behaved in past situations.
• Hypothetical/situational questions present you with a scenario that could happen.
Types of Interview QuestionsParticipant
Guide: Pg. 63
STAR Method for Interview QuestionsSI
TUAT
ION
• My team was selected for an overseas assignment that involved moving a huge amount of equipment from the U.S. to an overseas location.
TASK
• I had to develop a load plan to move 105 pieces of large equipment, and coordinate with all of the parties (airlift and sealift staff) to ensure the plan would run seamlessly.
ACTI
ON
• I spent two months coordinating with maritime staff. I subsequently developed a plan to ship all of our equipment by air and sea in accordance with the movement deadline. RE
SULT
• The plan was implemented. 100% of the equipment arrived on time, undamaged, and fully operational.
Participant Guide: Pg. 65
Section 6Receiving a Job Offer
Plan
Prepare
Apply
Interview
Decision
Receive
Receiving a job offer is the most exciting stage in the employment process.
In this section, you will learn how to evaluate a job offer to ensure it meets your career goals.
Introduction—Receive Participant
Guide: Pg. 68
Evaluating a Job OfferParticipant
Guide: Pg. 68
Section 7Communicating Your Decision
This section will provide you with guidelines for communicating your decision with your employer as well as how to negotiate for a better job offer.
IntroductionParticipant
Guide: Pg. 70
Plan
Prepare
Apply
Interview
Receive
Decision
Upon receiving a job offer, you have the following response options:
Offer Responses
• Decline
• Delay
• Accept
Participant Guide: Pg. 70
Presenter
Presentation Notes
After you receive a job offer, you have the option to accept, delay, or decline the offer. Whatever you decide, be sure to communicate your decision with the business within 24 to 48 hours, either verbally or in writing
Negotiating a Job Offer
• Salary
• Schedule flexibility
• Education and training
• Travel reimbursement
Participant Guide: Pg. 71
Presenter
Presentation Notes
Salary If money is the issue, be sure you research and know the salary for the position in your market and the range you will accept. Having a range allows for compromise. For example, you can say, “According to my research, I was expecting something more in the $_______ to $______ range based on the position and my experience and skills.” If the employer is not willing to flex on salary, you may want to negotiate other terms of the offer instead. Schedule Flexibility Time is money. You can negotiate for more vacation days, flex time, and the ability to telecommute. These options can help maintain a healthy work-life balance and make the job more attractive to you. Education & Training Negotiate for the employer to pay the tuition for a degree program or the cost of earning a professional certification. This option will help increase your skill set and add value to the organization. Travel Reimbursement Gas, parking, and toll costs can add up quickly. You can negotiate for travel reimbursement on gas, parking fees, and toll fees.
• Start with appreciation and excitement about the offer.
• Explain and justify your changes to the initial offer.
• Evaluate where you meet or exceed the job preferences or requirements.
• Discuss the skills and experience that you offer and provide a salary range that would match with your knowledge, skills, and experience.
