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Planning & Conducting a Comprehensive Job Search Jena Mahne, MS Career Counselor Barnard Career Development

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Planning & Conducting a Comprehensive

Job Search

Jena Mahne, MSCareer CounselorBarnard Career Development

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Job Search Steps• Self/Career Exploration

• Discover who you are what you want to do

• Job Search Preparation• Identify organizations/companies and location

• Launch a Comprehensive Job Search• Open & Closed markets

• Track Your Progress• Stay organized• Good reminder

• Keep Perspective, Make it Manageable• Maintain positive outlook/attitude• Limit search to PT

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Self/Career Exploration• Self-assessment (Reflective)• What do I like/dislike?• What are my strengths and weaknesses?• What do I value most in a work situation?

• Assessment Tools• MBTI/Strong Interest Inventory

• Job/Career Research• What Can I Do With A Major In…• O*NET/Occupational Outlook Handbook• Informational Interviewing/Job Shadow• Internship

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Consider Both the Open and Closed

MarketsThe Open Market• includes jobs that are advertised and visible to the public that anyone can apply too• only 25% of job openings are posted/advertised online…•…why?

The Closed Market • includes jobs that are

never posted, or are not yet posted• only found through

networking…• …who can I network

with?

Each requires its own set of strategies

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The Open Job MarketNiche SitesMediaBistro.comeFinancialCareers.comGovernmentJobs.comIdealist.orgHigherEdJobs.comLawJobs.comTVJobs.comEteach.comArtJobsOnline

OtherProfessional Associations/conferencesJob FairsNACElinkCareer FairsOn-Campus RecruitingAlumnae Network Academic DepartmentsFacebook/Twitter

General Job Search SitesIndeed.comSimply HiredCareerInsider.Vault.comLinkedIn.comHotJobs.comJobCentral.comJobster.comCareerBuilder.comMonster.com

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Strengthening Your Application by Following

Up• Submit your application as soon as possible after a job is posted or you find out about it.

• Don’t wait for the deadline• Same day after you officially apply, follow up with the point of contact, department, or company unless

expressly told not • Express interest• Draw attention to your application• Suggest a meeting or interview• HR is separate from hiring decision

• Reach out again•Via email: 1 week after submission•Via phone, a few days after email, if you don’t hear back

Dear Mr. Murray,

My name is Kim Smith and last week, I applied for the Teller position with JP Morgan. I’m writing to inquire about where you are at in the hiring process. I remain very interested in this career opportunity. Are you available 3/16 or 3/17 for an interview? My schedule is completely open on both of those days. Thank you very much and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Thank you and have a nice day,Kim Smith555-555-5555

Dear Mr. Murray,

How are you? My name is Kim Smith and I applied for the Teller position with JP Morgan. I am very excited about this opportunity and feel I would be an excellent fit in your company. I have attached my resume and cover letter for your convenience. I would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you to further discuss the Teller position. I can be reached at the following number: 555-555-5555.

Kind Regards,Kim Smith

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The Hidden Job Marketwill require you to be more proactive and assertive

Accessed through: NETWORKING in person & via email

Friends Relatives NeighborsFriend’s parents Co-workers ProfessorsSupervisors Alumnae Club membersClassmates Speakers Academic advisorLinkedIn Professional

organizations

• Ideally, you want to come away with a specific job lead, company/organization to research, and/or referral to someone hiring

• Inside knowledge and advice is valuable, especially regarding industry trends, current economic climate, and salaries

Create a list of personal & professional contacts

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Preparing your 30 Second Pitch

Who are you? • What do you do? • What are you looking for?

• consider how your education, work experience, and personality characteristics would add value to an organization

• outline key points you want to touch on

• make a short list of statements about your accomplishments on the job as well as other relevant skills and personal attributes. Use powerful words that convey a strong message

• after you have listed 10-15 of these attributes, select the strongest sentences and cut as many unnecessary words as possible in order to fit the 30 second time frame

• Add a brief opening (name, profession) and closing (reiterate what you want to happen next)

• make sure your statements tell a cohesive story and keep re-reading and editing until you feel confident that your pitch flows nicely

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Practicing Your 30 Second Pitch

• Practice, practice, practice• alone/in front of mirror• record yourself• with others (family, friends, career counselor) – get feedback

• Keep revising as you use it in networking• There are many “30 second pitch” articles online (Forbes.com, etc.)

with additional tips

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30 Second Pitch ExamplesInformal Networking Example: (Shorter version)

“Hi, I’m Jessica Nunez. I am a current Barnard student managing a small non-profit that focuses on health education for underserved families, and have been working in the field for about 10 years. Though this has been a hugely rewarding experience, I am looking to transition into arts administration, specifically working with dance companies.”

Formal Networking Example: (Longer version)

“Hi, I’m Jessica Nunez. I am currently managing a small non-profit that focuses on health education for undeserved families. In my role as Director at Healthy Families, I increased funding by 200% during by first 2 years in this position. Most recently, I was awarded the “Groundbreaking Curriculum Award,” by the National Non-profit Advisory Group. I feel my strengths in management, grant-writing, problem-solving and innovation define me as a professional. Though this work has been a hugely rewarding experience, I am looking to transition into arts administration, specifically working with dance companies. When I came across various positions at the Berry Manor Dance Company, I felt that I could seamlessly transition my skill sets…..”

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Closed Market Email Campaign

Email #1: Make contact, create an alliance through a shared experience or similarity, and ask for advice.

Dear Mrs. Davis,

How are you? My name is Kim Smith and I am a senior majoring in economics at Barnard College. Our mutual friend, Diana Adams suggested I reach out to you. I found your contact information listed on the Alumnae Network on LinkedIn. I noticed that you have been with JP Morgan Chase for several years now. Congratulations on your success!

I have just started my job search in finance and I was wondering if you would have job search advice for someone in my position? I have visited my career office and am currently using large online job sites such as “indeed.com,” as well as smaller, industry specific sites such as “eFinancialCareers.” Is there a specific job search strategy you would recommend?

I understand that you are very busy so please respond at your convenience. I appreciate your time and I look forward to hearing from you.

Kind Regards, Kim Smith

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Closed Market Email Campaign Cont.

Email #2: Sent to those who respond - Thank for time, send resume, and ask for “insider” advice on resume• If after 7 days,

person does not respond, send a follow up

Dear Mrs. Davis,

Thank you so much for this advice. I will be sure to incorporate those strategies into my job search efforts.

I understand that you are quite busy, but I was wondering if you would mind taking a quick look at my attached resume and giving me some feedback. I have visited the Career Development Office but I would very much value your opinion as well because you work in the industry.

Thank you again for your time and I look forward to hearing from you.

Warm Regards,Kim Smith

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Closed Market Email Campaign Cont.

Email #3: Ask for referral to a person responsible for hiring• This goes out in 7

days no matter what• Reach out

regardless of if they responded to your 2nd email

• Make sure you are asking for a referral NOT a recommendation

Dear Mrs. Davis,

I have done some research on JP Morgan Chase and I think I would be a great fit for the organization. Can you please refer me to the appropriate person for employment. (or) Who could I speak to about employment? Thank you!

Sincerely,

Kim Smith

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Letter of Inquiry

Dear Mr. Johnson,

Per my conversation with Joanna Davis of JP Morgan Chase, she suggested I contact you to find out about employment opportunities in the area of commercial banking. I am very interested in JP Morgan because of its mission to_____, which I feel is congruent with my values, interest and education.

Please find attached my cover letter and resume for your convenience. I am happy to discuss any opportunities you might see fit for me.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Kim Smith

555-555-5555

Reach out to your companies of interest & referrals ASAP

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Sample Job Search PlansMonday – Make 5 networking contacts (follow up next week)Tuesday – Find and apply to 5 jobs (follow up next week)Wednesday – Research companies; send letters of inquiry (follow up next week)Thursday – Search for and register for job fairs/miscellaneous (follow up next week)Friday – Search and apply for job opportunities through professional associations (follow up next week)Saturday – LinkedIn checklist: add contacts, read and post in groups

Map out how you will organize your job search efforts(Buy a planner that you use for the job search)

M T W Th FInformationalinterviews

Online research

Fellowship Applications

OnlineApplications

Miscellaneous

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Tracking SystemKeep track of company, job description, dates applied, and contact information for organizations and people• Excellent way

to record progress

• This is a great reminder for the interview.

Company Job Description Date Sent

Contact Person

Contact Info

Sun PR Manage social media marketing campaigns, including budgets. Establish effective benchmarks for measuring impact of social media programs. Lead blog outreach. Organize and produce weekly press recap.

5/11/09 Michael Blake [email protected]

MediaGlobe Help lead the media side of two major brands in the technology space and aerospace defense Advise clients and account teams to create compelling media strategies and work to increase visibility of brands.

5/7/09 Kathy Bliss [email protected]

PRBlitz Organize and produce weekly press recap. Lead blog outreach. Establish effective benchmarks for measuring impact of social media programs. Manage social media marketing campaigns, including budgets.

4/7/09 Beth Tren [email protected]

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Professional References• Professional references are people chosen by you to speak positively in support of your application

• Before you apply to jobs, contact 3 former managers, colleagues/co-workers and professors• ask if they are willing to be a reference

• A separate page is used to list your references and in the order you prefer them to be contacted

• Contact references after the interview• Inform them that you had an interview and they should expect a call• Give them a list of 3 things to say

• Make it easy for them• Align with interview

• Follow up with a thank-you regardless

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Be Kind to Yourself!• Looking for work is challenging

• Routine, mundane and tedious• Periods of minimal results can be frustrating or discouraging• Easy to feel alone, isolated, ashamed

• Make it manageable• Keep it Part Time, NOT 24/7• Balance your job-seeking work with other activities• Celebrate/reward yourself

• Work with yourself, not against yourself• Try to observe and take advantage of your work patterns• Assess your best time of day for focus and productivity• Do you work better in small, frequent bursts, or during long stretches of time?

• Stay Positive• Surround yourself with people who believe in you, support and motivate you• The hiring process, from start to finish can take awhile be patient• Don’t become too focused on any one possible job• keep applying to others• keep networking• Be confident in your values and skills: you have a lot to offer, and you will be offered the right job

• Stay realistic• If you’re consistently not getting interviews, or not getting offers after the interviews, you’ll need to re-assess – come see us!

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QUESTIONS ?