Cornerstones for Career College Success

3rd editionTopic: Career Planning

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Change and Career Planning

• The world of work is constantly changing• Technology and globalization are key factors• Work ethic is still important!• College students of today are likely to have

several careers in their lifetimes

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Job v. Career?

• A job a place you go to complete tasks and earn a paycheck

• A career is something you own that enhances your life and bring internal rewards along with monetary satisfaction

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Ten Strategies for Your Future• Make good grades• Acknowledge your abilities, values, interests• Advance your technology skills• Hone your speaking, writing, communication• Actively explore your career options• Get involved and stay active• Give back to your community• Use your summers wisely• Expand your cultural and global knowledge• Utilize your campus Career Center

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Your Career Self-Study• What is your personality type?• What are your interests?• Do you enjoy physical or mental work?• What are your values?• Where do you want to live?• Do you want to travel?• What motivates you?• What are your skills?• Do you like routine?

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Undeclared?Ten Steps to Career Decision Making• Dream!• Go where the puck is going!• Talk to your advisor• Use electives• Visit the Career Center• Read, read read!• Shadow• Join pre-professional organizations• Get a part-time job• Get a summer practicum or internship

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Cover Letters and Resumes

• Keys to getting an interview

• Cover letter is first impression and should be personalized for each position

• Resume communicates your education, skills, and experience

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Tips for Resumes and Cover Letters

• Must be typed• Use quality paper• Do not fold for mailing• Must be error-free• Sign your letter in blue or black ink

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Call the Resume DOCTOR

• D = visual design• O = job-specific objective• C = clarity and specificity• T = be truthful• O = organization• R = review by others

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Types of Resumes

• Chronological• Functional• Accomplishment• Video• Scannable• Portfolio

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Resume Tips

• Limit to one page when possible• Use bullets• Use standard 10-14 point fonts• Use action verbs: managed, created, built• Be succinct and omit irrelevant information

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Choosing References

• Select responsible individuals with good writing skills to serve as references

• Get permission and provide your resume to them

• Get complete contact information• Send thank-you’s to them • Develop a list to take to interviews with you

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Business Cards

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Networking

• Attend events/conferences in your field• Join professional organizations• Volunteer in the community or job shadow• Use job search social networking sites• Talk to instructors/family members/contacts• Use your college’s Career Services• Work with recruiters/temp agencies

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“Eight Seconds Rule”

• You have eight seconds to make an impression with your resume and cover letter

• You have even less time to do so during an interview

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REWARDS Interviewing Tips

• R = establish rapport• E = promote your education and training• W = show willingness to join and to learn• A = appearance is important• R = give positive responses to questions• D = display a demeanor of confidence• S = be sincere

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The Thank-You Note

• Often overlooked but very important

• Send immediately after interview

• Send whether you want or get the position

• Shows your manners and respect

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Topic Reflections

• Identify what you have to offer • Learn to promote yourself in an interview• Select appropriate references• Create a dynamic cover letter/resume• Shadow and do volunteer work • Present yourself in a professional manner

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