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Successful Strategies In Job Search

The document outlines effective strategies for job searching in a turbulent business environment, emphasizing the importance of personal reflection and adaptability in career planning. It advises creating targeted job applications, networking through various contacts, and preparing thoroughly for interviews. The key goal is long-term career development, which involves continuous networking and strategic planning.

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Successful Strategies in Job Search
Defining Strategy Strategy is about choice, which affects outcome People survive in the workplace – often do well – in periods of relative stability Conversely, today’s business world is turbulent Strategy is adaptable
Career Strategy Your career is what you make it Today it’s about securing your next job Long-term it is about you – that means securing the RIGHT job
Plan Being strategic takes reflection What is it you really want? Money Challenge Responsibility Free time Career growth
Focus Be specific on the position and industry Create a list of your personal top 20 employers
Research The companies, the industry, and the types of jobs Their success factors Interview individuals in the field or company… Wow… pick up the phone and talking to someone about their company? Yes! Who better than to tell you about the company as an employer?
Aspire Create 30-60-90 day goals for yourself both personally and professionally … remember a strategy is for the long-term How will you catch the attention of the hiring manager? How are you going to contact the employer? GOAL = Interview
Network Listen Give Of your time Of your knowledge Of your contacts Be specific in your objectives Where to network Professional associations Schools, professors Former coworkers Friends, neighbors Churches, religious affiliations
Reach This is when you enter the ‘traditional’ job search mode Build your Resume Only this time… it’s targeted Built with a specific job, employer, or industry in mind What can you do for the employer How have you been successful doing just that previously
Reach (continued) Apply Yes! Apply to the job that’s listed + find unique ways to reach out to that employer + find those jobs that aren’t listed (network)
Reach (continued) Interview Be prepared Dress for success Bring extra resumes, pen, notes Ask questions
Reach (continued) Follow up Thank you Negotiate Close
Nurture Remember… you are thinking long-term Continue to network Build on your “career” – use your resume as your guide Knowledge Reflect
Thank You! Questions? Your Name Your Email Your Phone #