Post on 06-Nov-2014
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Mythbusting
Through the
Professional Career Workshop
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Myth #1: “Nobody is Hiring.”There are lots of jobs available today, in fact,
many, many more since January. Many companies sit on their openings until
the start of the new year. Budgets are flowing after January.
Larger publicly-traded companies are less likely to be hiring now, but smaller companies (less than 100 employees) rarely turn away recognizable talent.
“Utah 100 List,” “Utah Fast 40,” “Utah 40 under 40,” “Silicon Slopes List” – fabulous, dynamic, growing Utah companies that aren’t advertising.
Myth #2: “It’s harder to get a job today.”Utah is better (7.1% unemployment) than
America (9.7%) -- 1.17 million Utahns remain employed .
In many cases, it is easier. Employed people have stopped looking.
There may be more people in the resume pile, but you are more qualified. Believe it, look around. . .
Remember: “The earth is full, and there is enough and to spare.” (D&C 104:17). God created abundance.
Companies are taking a little longer to find the right person (it’s a buyer’s market) – be patient.
Myth #3: “I need a one-page resume.”If you have been around the block more than
once, you need a longer resume.Because most resumes are electronic, no one
knows how long yours is.If you are looking for a higher level position,
a short resume is an insult to the company.This is your chance to let them know what
you have done, and what you can do. Do you have a portfolio of your work?The more competitive the job, the more
essential it is.
Myth #4: “It’s who you know.”It’s not who you know, it’s who you get to
know.The vast majority of new jobs are found by
networking into or cold calling on a company you target.
Companies are paying employees for referrals.
Those out doing the work are getting the jobs.
My resume will sell me. WRONG! You’ve got to get in front of somebody for an interview.
You are more convincing in person than the best resume.
Offer a short-term consulting gig to prove your worth.
Find your StrengthsList at least two of your major accomplishments
you want to tell people about.Write down at least two strengths that helped
you achieve the accomplishment.Listen to the Spirit – Heavenly Father will
remind you just how awesome you are!Finish the following sentences:
I am…I have…I can…I like…I love…
Focus on your strengthsOn your report card, where do you focus: A’s
or C’s?Companies only pay you for your strengths.Tell them how you will make them more
profitable.Demonstrate it from your past experiences.Manage around your weaknesses. “My
greatest weakness is ___________, but I learned. . .”
Build yourself every day:Read (15 minutes per day)Continual LearningAssociationServe others
The Foundation:Power StatementsHeadlines of your career that emphasize your
value.Elements of a Power Statement:
Identify a Strength or skill
Give an Example
Show the Result
The key is to QuantifyIdentify your accomplishment.Where did you start.Where did you finish.What is the difference in the two?What is the most powerful way to show the
difference:MoneyPercentNumber
Where to use Power StatementsResumeInterviewMe-In-30 SecondsNetworkingIn a long lineIn an elevatorAt a church meetingCold callingEVERYWHERE -- Dizzy Dean said: “It ain’t
braggin’ if you done it!”
Power Statements in InterviewsIt sets you apart.It answers the question, “What can you do for
my company?”Become a possibility. Say something that will
be remembered.The results are tangible, not theoretical.It gives the committee something to use
when they are trying to finalize the decision.Power statements will differentiate you from
the pack.Practice, practice, practice your interviewing
skills
Power Statement ResumesStart with your accomplishments.Identify the strengths that achieved the
accomplishment.Show the experience you have earned.Where were you educated.What other honors or awards have you
received.What are the key words to describe you.Remember, only leave your resume behind after you have secured and held the interview.
Keys to a Clean ResumeSerif font (Times New Roman)12-point typeUnderline and italicizeEdit and proofDetailed and specificTest your resume on the Internet (getting
results?)Careerbuilder, Monster, Craigslist.orgMothers-in-law, your most severe critic, or your
job coach – don’t do this on your own!!
Swallow Hard and Tell PeopleWho do you know that knows?“Who should I be talking to?”Follow the 100 card method – Diligently and
faithfully.Informational Interviews
Employed: 2 per weekUnemployed: 5 per week
Job interviewsEmployed: 1 per weekUnemployed: 4 per week
Researching CompaniesSpend no more than 2 hours per day looking
on the Internet.Explore industries and then companies.Join groups on LinkedIn and talk to other
members about their industry and company.Go to the library and look at trade
publications.Record the names of companies you see as
you drive down the street.GET OUT OF THE HOUSE. Keep your head
in the game.
Getting Informational Interviews“I am looking for information and I was told
you were someone I should talk to.”“I am reaching out to learn more about your
company.”“I am not looking for a job right now.”“I would like to ask you a few questions.”“I only need about 15 minutes of your time.”“When would be a good time for you,
Tuesday or Wednesday?”Remember: FACE-TO-FACE is always better!
During the Informational Interview“How did you get into this line of work?”“How did you get into this particular job?”“What do you like most about this job?”“What do you like most about this company?”“Who else would you recommend I talk to?”“Thanks for buying my lunch today. . .”
(When you are unemployed everybody will pay for your lunch, so schedule lunches, then sit on your wallet).
Who are you listening to?The media don’t know what is happening,
they are just looking for headlines.If someone starts out negative, they will stay
that way.Get some new friends.Work with people that believe in the positive
like you do.If you start getting negative, do something.Change is all about spotting new trends, so
don’t get stuck looking for your lost job – it’s still lost!
Get a routineGet up and go to work in the morning.Set goals for the day/week/month.Have a routine that you follow.
What days to phone and set appointments.What days to interview and visit.
Take the weekend off.Be sure to schedule time with your family, just not
all of it.Track activities in your
calendar/notebook/computer.Stay organized so nothing gets missed.