Location: POD 60 Phone: (416) Hours: Mon Thu 8:30 am 6:30 pm/fri 8:30 am 4:30 pm

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1 Location: POD 60 Phone: (416) Hours: Mon Thu 8:30 am 6:30 pm/fri 8:30 am 4:30 pm

2 Career Development Workshops Get Ready Know yourself and what you want Discover Your Career Passion Pinpointing Resources for Career Planning Get Set Present yourself with style The Wow Factor: Resumes & Cover Letters that stand out Interview Techniques that Land the Job Grad School Application Essentials Keep It Pro: Business Etiquette & Dress Don t Slurp the Soup! Tips for Dining Etiquette Success GO Make your move Job Search Strategies that Maximize Results Leveraging Social Media for Your Job Search LinkedIn: Developing Career Connections & Effective Profiles Make it a Breeze: Transitioning from School to Work Showing Achievements: Crafting an Engaging Portfolio

3 1. Introduction 2 truths about jobs Agenda 2. Reactive vs. Proactive 3. Conducting a Proactive Job Search Company Research Networking Cold Calling Information Interview Social Media 4. Summary

4 Introduction 2 fundamental truths about jobs: Truth #1 There are always jobs available People get: Promoted Fired Sick Injured Contract / work term ends People: Quit Move Retire Die Go back to school Go on leave (medical, parental, vacation, sabbatical) New jobs are being created each month!

5 Introduction 2 fundamental truths about jobs: Truth #2 Finding a job depends on what methods of job search you are using

6 Reactive vs. Proactive Most job seekers use the following methods to look for work: Job postings on the Internet Job ads in newspapers, journals, binders, bulletin boards, etc. Employment agencies/headhunters they are interested in Reactive Send resumes to companies/organizations Networking and social media (LinkedIn, FB, Twitter, etc.), cold calling Proactive

7 Reactive vs. Proactive Employers tend to use the following methods to find applicants: Ads on Internet, newspapers, journals, etc. Refer to unsolicited resumes or those identified by ASP technology Use employment agencies/recruiters Seek recommendations from trusted friends/colleagues and social media (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, etc.) Look for internal/known candidates

8 Conducting a Proactive Job Search Target Your Search Identify your job target Focus On: You, your needs, goals Behaviours, personal beliefs, values, interests, personality Skills, aptitudes, work styles

9 Conducting a Proactive Job Search Company Research Networking Cold Calling Information Interview Social Media

10 Company Research

11 Conduct Research Company Research Research organizations/ companies/ businesses Focus on where & who you want to work for How employers fit with your career path

12 Company Research Evaluate: Advancement opportunities Corporate climate Future growth of organization Company philosophy / vision Company reputation

13 Resources: Company websites Career Resource Centre (POD 60A) Directories and almanacs Company Research Workshop Pinpointing Resources for Career Planning Search By Proximity

14 Networking "It's not what you know, but who you know!"

15 Networking Key purposes of networking: Information Advice Guidance

16 Networking Contacts can be made through: Meetings Professional associations Trade shows Job fairs Conferences Chamber of commerce Networking events

17 Activity: Elevator Pitch Your personal commercial needs to inform and persuade. Include: Who you are Name, present status / situation What you have to offer Brief skills / strengths / experience statement Next steps Link to next step in hiring or ask question regarding opportunities / advice

18 30 Second Presentation: 1. Who you are Elevator Pitch I am a who has years experience with (or in). If it is relevant to mention your education, do it here. 2. What you have to offer My main areas of study (experience, knowledge) are: Next steps Close with an open-ended question

19 Example: Elevator Pitch Ask an open-ended question to end your presentation What are the most immediate needs your company may have that I can help you with? Based on the skills and knowledge I ve shared with you, what would you look for career wise if you were me? Do you know of any companies I could approach that may need people with my background? Based on the skills I ve just shared with you, what might you do? (USE IN AN ADVICE CALL ONLY)

20 Cold Calling

21 Cold Calling Cold Calling can be done: By phone Through In person To find out who to speak to If you get turned down, don t take this as a personal rejection!

22 Cold Calling Getting past the gatekeeper (receptionist / secretary) Caller: Hello my name is. I am conducting some labour market research to determine the qualifications required for me to work as a(n). Can you please tell me the name of someone I can speak to? Receptionist: That would be Mr./Ms.. Caller: That s great! One more question, does Mr./Ms. Receptionist: Yes. #### OR No. You have to go through the main # have a direct line? Caller: Thank you very much. Could you transfer me to Mr./Ms.?

23 Cold Calling Getting past the gatekeeper (receptionist / secretary) When you have reached the Contact: Hello my name is and I am conducting some labour market research on the field of. I have a background in Mention 2 or 3 of your top skills, and would like to know more about the qualifications or training required for this career. What qualifications... Ask open-ended question At the end of the call, remember to thank the person you have been talking to!

24 In groups of 2: Activity Practice your elevator pitch within the context of a cold call Discuss alternative strategies for getting past a gatekeeper

25 Information Interviews

26 Information Interviews Useful for: Career planning Work search Developing connections Gaining industry insider knowledge Types: In-person meeting Telephone Online

27 Ask about: Information Interviews Occupational outlook Educational background Possible opportunities A specific company An industry Salary

28 Information Interviews Sample Questions: What is a typical day like in this occupation? How did you get into this field? What do enjoy the most about your work? What are some of the frustrations? Where are the best places to look for work in this field? What job opportunities are available? Where can I go from here? Would you be able to recommend another person to talk to? Recommend a school? A program? What else should I know?

29 The process: Information Interviews 1. Research the profession, career, work 2. Research companies in that field 3. Identify a contact person and make contact!

30 Information Interviews Before the interview: Arrange meeting date / time Be accommodating / flexible Decide: What information do I need to make a decision? Decide: What questions will I ask? During the interview: Be true to your intentions! Confirm if okay to take notes and/or record session Be mindful of time After the interview: Evaluate your session Thank your Interviewee!

31 Social Media Attend our LinkedIn and/or social media workshop!

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33 Keeping a Record of Your Job Search Binder/Paper Excel spread sheet Online: My Job Cards (Facebook), Jibber Jobber

34 Summary Increase your likelihood of employment opportunities by using a variety of job search strategies and being proactive with your approach!

35 Resources Career Resource Centre POD60A

36 Connect With Us! Contact Information: Location: POD 60 Phone: (416) Hours: Mon. Thur. 8:30 am 6:30 pm Fri. 8:30 am 4:30 pm