Tips for the job search:* Talk to everyone---not about getting a job but about what you can learn—about companies, the economy, the local job market. Listen for suggestions—I got great advice from some unexpected sources.Always support your network so when you need them, they are there. All three of my offers were supported by my network—e.g. someone knew the hiring manager or heard about a potential opening.

Kathy Uy Prepare for Landing!

5 job seeker tips

that worked for

me

#1. Have your tool kit ready

! Networking cards! Linked In profile! Resume (s)! Cover letter (s)! References! Plan (Marketing)! Wordle (wordle.net)

www.Wordle.net

#2. Websites I used (Tuesdays)

! LinkedIn job search! Jobsthatserve.com! J.T. O'Donnell J.T. O'Donnell

<support@careerhmo.com>! Linked In groups! Milwaukeejobs.com! Bigshoesmidwest.com! BiztimesMilwaukee.com (daily eNews)! Careerbuilder.com! Monsterjobs.com! Archmil.org! Beyond.com

Weekly Plan

! Mondays – Pong / list! Tuesdays – Job boards! Wednesday – Apply for jobs / Network! Thursday – Accountability / Research! Friday – follow-up / list for next week

! Quarterly – Refresh LinkedIn page, update/reload resume to search sites

Follow – Up ! Day 1: Submit resume

! 2 days later: follow up with phone call (Use LinkedIn to find out name/co-workers)

! 1 week later follow up with phone call

! If no activity, move on.

3. Staying positive! Realize job seeking is temporary – you will

find a job! Make lists of things you want to do and

DO them (clean a closet, research a company, find people who have ‘trait’, wash windows, etc).

! Permission to take day/afternoon off – read a book, walk!, watch tv. Next morning, jump back in.

! Always have something in the works! Tweak your ‘tool kit’ ! Leave the house EVERY DAY

4. Never travel alone ! PONG!! Friends! Workforce Development Center classes! WDC – one-on-one Coach! 40 plus of SE Wisconsin – Thursdays, Sat! Network – informational meetings 1/

week or LinkedIn groups! Accountability group

Tips for after passing the phone screen

• “Fit” interviews• the application • identifying references• responding to the offer • ‘clean house’ and other things to

consider before you start the new opportunity.

Fit Interview Tips1. Establish rapport

2. Gather information

3. Close

Establishing Rapport • First impressions count! Physical appearance, grooming, shoes• Response to questions Consider reference to company culture• Positive attitude – Confidence Research the company –words will flow smoothly. If not, it will show.• Personal connection Mirror body position, eye contact

The Fit Interview! Arrive on time

To be early is to be on time. To be on time is late. And, to be late is unacceptable.

! Complete ApplicationBring resources – Google doc?.

! Wait to sit until offered a chair.And other manners…

! Get interviewer to describe job and duties early in the meeting. Use these words when sharing value you can bring to position.

! Ask 3-4 questions think specific job duty/challenge, managerial style of boss, work culture/atmosphere, company growth/success

! Repeat key strengths 3 times (StrengthsFinder).

! Always end with understanding their timeline for hire.

The Application FormMake Google doc table / spreadsheet with:! Employer Name! Address (street, City, State Zip)! Company Phone number! Position Title! Job Duties / Key Successes! Supervisor's Name (& ext)! Supervisor's Title! Supervisor’s Email! Company Website address! Start Date (hire) ! End Date (left)! Start Base Salary! End Base Salary

! If possible, type.

! Print neatly.

! Complete all sections – don’t leave anything unanswered.

! Bring reference contact information with you

(alternate google doc or store in electronic device).

! Do not attach resume unless asked to do so.

Tips for References ! Do not list past employers or

family members.

Consider: ! Office colleagues

! Volunteer supervisors / leaders

! Friends who have observed your working style

! Always ask in advance if they will serve as your reference for each job you supply their name.

! Summarize details of project you worked on together.

! Provide copy of job description or summary of job duty for new opportunity.

! Highlight key attributes of what potential

! employer is looking for

Getting the Offer ! Let phone go to voice mail and

call back 20 minutes later.! Take notes during call. Don’t

automatically accept. Ask:! 1. When do you need an

answer by?! 2. May I have a copy of the

offer and the benefits package?

! 3. If I have questions, whom should I speak with?

! End call with, “I’m really excited about this position and look forward to talking with you soon.”

The next day: Call the contact. (Do not email!)

Identify 3 things you want to discuss: ! start date, ! is the salary / benefit

package / vacation time negotiable

! confirm work hours/office culture/dress code.

Negotiating Salary Do your research! www.worknet.wisconsin.gov –

salary and labor market info by County.

! Ask above what you really want to have room for negotiation. Be realistic.

! “I’m really excited to work here and know that I will bring a lot of value. I appreciate the offer at $58,000 but was really expecting to be in the $65,000 range based on my experience, education and performance.”

! Companies will often come back with we’ve budgeted this amount…

! Your response is “I understand where you are coming from, and just want to reiterate my enthusiasm for the position and working with you and the team. I think my skills are perfectly suited for the position and are worth $65,000.”

! Then, don’t say anything. Wait for the employer to reply. Usually it’s a “let me see what I can do” to which you respond, “Great I appreciate that.”

After you accept…clean your house!• Review Facebook again – office mates will be looking

or you.

• When do you update Linked In? (Remember settings)

• Identify wardrobe – shoes, outfits, lunch

• Directions, parking details, listen for traffic times and alternate routes.

• Write your PONG tips / identify snack!

• Send thank you notes to references and others who helped you along the way.

What a ride…

Thank you!

! Left employment September, 2013! Was #2 twice – stayed positive! ! Kept active with consulting, volunteering,

seasonal job = fresh!! Started PONG on Feb 24 – best decision

(continuity, speakers, support)! Please contact me if I can help you!