Effective Job Searching

Today’s objectives…

Identify the six steps to an effective job searchDefine what an action plan isCreate an action plan for going forward

Job Search Steps

1. What is my goal?

2. When do I want to reach my goal?

3. How much time a week can I devote to my job search?

Are you able to name your strengths?

Does it matter?

What if I don’t know how to describe my skills?• Self exploration• Career Counselling

People

Companies

Sector

What is a Career Action Plan?

Why do I need one?

Career Action Plan

Update your résumé and other employment documents

Prepare a 30 second introduction

Create a networking listPractice interviewingContact your references

Start applyingCheck company/job website

regularlyConnect with your networkGo on informational interviewsAttend conferences, events, etc. Always send thank you letters

The Hidden Job Market

Job Postings- Visible

Jobs Not Posted- Hidden

20-30%

70-80%

The Value of Networking

Evaluate job offersLearn etiquette on job acceptance

or refusalMaintain networkContinue to develop skills

Q&A

Career Services Centre

11 River RoadDalhousie University, Truro Campus

893-7895 rosanne.chapman@dal.ca

• Drop-in • MyCareer.dal.ca

• Job postings• Career calendar

• Book an appointment