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KEYS TO A SUCCESSFUL JOB

SEARCH

True or False
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If there are several applicants for one position,

the person with the best qualifications generally
gets the job offer.

True or False
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The Human Resources Office does all the hiring

and firing, so thats the first place to contact if
you are looking for a job.

True or False
4

The most effective way to get job interviews is the

old adage, See a guy who knows a guy, A
technique known as Networking.

True or False
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It is important to include every job you

ever held when writing a resume.

True or False
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A job interview is really a sales presentation by the

applicant. Therefore, the job seeker must sell his or
her personality, potential, strengths, and experience.

True or False
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Approximately 2% of job seekers are successful in

obtaining an interview when responding to a blind ad.

True or False
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The job application is considered a tool of the

employer, while the resume is considered a tool of
the job seeker.

Before you start knocking on doors,

youll want to prepare for your search.
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Self Assessment
Explore Career Options
Research Employers
Prepare Job Search Materials

A self assessment will help you identify

what you are looking for in a job.
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You should be able to:

Describe what you want to do

Match your skills, values, and interests to

career fields and job titles

Research your career fields

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Researching Employers can help you learn

about the organization and determine your
place in it.
Make a list of preferred employers to target
Learn more about the employers by researching

3.

Employer Websites
Networking
Opportunities
Job Related Search
Engines
Annual Reports
Trade Associations

Newspapers
Fellow Professionals
Competitors
Internet
TechConnect

Consider conducting informational interviews

Prepare Job Search

Materials

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Prepare an effective resume and cover letter

getting a job is SALES!

1 page accomplishments based resume

Proof-read!

Practice interviewing
Review practice questions before going to an
interview

Purchase appropriate interview apparel

Focus on the employers needs

Top 10 Job Search Survival Tips

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Consider Volunteering
Consider Temping
Eat Right, Sleep and Exercise
Join a Professional Association
Timing
Emotional Support
Use the Career Center
Network Intelligently
Turn off your computer
Give yourself a Break

#1- Consider Volunteering

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Volunteering with help build your network of local

professionals

It also may provide experience in your field. For

example: A marketing student may help plan
and advertise for a fundraising event

#2 - Consider Temping
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Working for a Temporary Agency has many benefits:

Get your foot in the door of a good organization

Try before you buy You are able to try out an

organization without much of a commitment

Get valuable professional work experience

Meet professionals working in your field

Earn a few dollars during your job search

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#3 - Eat Right, Sleep and

Exercise

You will be more alert mentally, if you take

care of your physical health

Take advantage of the nice weather get

outside and enjoy it!

#4 - Join a Professional
Association
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Professional Associations provide:

Journals
Provide up to date information about your field
(great for interviews)
Highlight the movers and shakers in your field
Provide connections to professional development
and conferences

Access to member information great for networking!

Job Listing services
Great resume builders
Local Chapters

#5 - Timing
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Good jobs dont stay open long- act

immediately if you are interested in a
position

#6 - Emotional Support
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Looking for a job can be a stressful

endeavor

Rely on your family and friends for

support

#7 - Use the Career Center

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Use the Career Center in person or online

Individual appointments to assist with your job

search strategies are available

Check out university job placement office for

the latest job search news, job listings,
workshops, networking opportunities and links
to area employers

#8 - Network Intelligently
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Networking is not just about asking someone for

a job

Develop contacts and build long term

relationships

Most jobs come through people who know you

Networking
30-49%
and
your skills
Direct contact with Decision-Makers
Tell everyone
19-37% you know that you are looking and
what
you are
looking for
Published
Job Openings
15-24%
All others

1-16%

#9 - Turn off your computer

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The internet provides a massive amount of information,

however it does not replace valuable personal
interaction

Use your computer as one of many tools necessary for

a successful job search, not the only tool for your job
search

Most people find jobs through other people, not via the
internet

For each hour you spend online, try to match it with

one hour of phone calls and personal interaction

#10 - Give yourself a break

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Dont be too hard on yourself. A job search can

be a difficult task.

Dont try to compare yourself to others, the job

you decide to take has to be right for you.

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Your goal is multiple job

offers!

You have the most control when you have

choice

You have no decisions to make until someone

makes you an offer

Pursue every option until you get an offer