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Job Search Tool Kit
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What is Neighbors-helping-Neighbors?Volunteer led job search support and networking
groupFounded in River Edge, NJ in January, 2011Over 1200 members and 323 success stories to dateWeekly meetings held at various libraries, colleges
and Microsoft storesRecognized by:
The White House Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships
The United States Department of LaborThe New Jersey Department of LaborGovernor and Lt. Governor of New JerseyBergen County Board of Chosen Freeholders
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Purpose of the Group
Members include:
Recent college graduates
Laid-off workers
Unemployed or underemployed
professionals
Persons re-entering the job
market
Struggling small business
owners
Retirees looking for part time
work
Group members receive assistance
with:
Techniques/suggestions to improve job
search
Offers of support and help with personal
and professional networking to find a
position
Finding and utilizing resources available
at area libraries to assist with computer
searches and useful career sites
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A free, peer volunteer support group for people who are actively looking for work and would like to re-invigorate their job search.
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NHN MissionCreate a network of peer-led, volunteer support
groupsCommunity based approach
Helping under-employed and unemployed residents get back to work
‘Pay It Forward’ EthosAsks all associates to contribute to other members by
sharing: Job Search Techniques Professional career development resources Personal referrals
Provide a forum to empower, energize and focus members on their job search.
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NHN GoalsProvide compassionate, nonjudgmental support to members
through: Networking Coaching Leadership experience Camaraderie
Partner with community business leaders to match members with: Job openings Volunteer and/or paid consulting opportunities
Expand network reach throughout: Local Communities New York-New Jersey metro areaOther states
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NHN Core BehaviorsBe positive in approach and encourage others Remain positive when facing the inherent
challenges of the job searchBe compassionate and firm, as needed Maintain a productive meeting atmosphere for
consistent results orientation Be active in respective home towns by
developing the group and its role in each community
Take the extra step to help members by sharing personal network and job leads.
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What’s in a Job Search Tool Kit?
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AccountabilityYour job search is YOUR responsibility
You’ll get out of it what you put into itUse metrics to gauge your successes and failuresEliminate activities that are not yielding results,
focus on activities that do and don’t be afraid to try new things
Use your time wisely
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Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. Albert Einstein
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Resume Length – how many pages?Recruiters take 6-10 seconds to review a resume
Top 1/3 of the resume should attract interest to read the restApplicant Tracking Systems (ATS) look for keywords
Use keywords from job descriptions (www.wordle.net)Don’t use the same resume for each job
Each application should have a “targeted” resume highlighting skills that meet the job requirements
Review, Review, Review – spell check and read out loudTypos and grammatical errors are not acceptableGet objective opinions from friends and family
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Elevator Pitch15-30 seconds in lengthGets people interested in you so they will want to find
out more about you and you can present your value proposition
What’s in an elevator pitch?Your name - begin and end your pitch with your name
Say it slowly and then pause to give people a few seconds to concentrate on you.
Your expertiseThe position your looking forYour target industries or companies
Practice to make it sound natural and don’t be afraid to refine it
For tips on creating an elevator pitch - www.15secondpitch.com
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Social Media – Are you using it?FacebookLinkedInTwitterGoogle+PintrestTumblrBlogsMany more…
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Social Media – Why should I use it?Presents you as technologically relevantFacebook and Twitter
Companies post jobsPosts and “tweets” add to your social media
presenceLinkedIn
92% of recruiters use LinkedIn to find candidates
On-line profile helps you to be foundJoin groups and actively participate in
discussions Able to send Inmail to members of the group free.
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Social Media Do’s and Don’tsDo’s
Project a positive image and consistent on-line persona
Use it as a tool to increase your networkGoogle yourself – know what’s out there about youDemonstrate good communication skills
Don’tsPost embarrassing photosPost controversial or offensive statementsBe disrespectful or badmouth previous employersGet caught in a lie about your qualifications
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Networking – Why should I?Less than 2% of on-line applications are
successful85% of all available jobs are not advertised
Tap into the “hidden” job market
Most jobs filled through internal referrals
Let people know you’re looking for a jobGain confidence in talking about yourselfLearn from other people’s experiencesSupport and camaraderie
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Networking EtiquetteBe a giver first and a taker lastMake eye contact, smile, shake hands and
say helloBe a good listener – don’t interrupt when
others speakBe mindful of people’s timeBe specific when describing what you’re
looking forAsk for advice, not a jobSend a “thank you” when assistance is givenKeep in touch with your network09/25/2013 Slide 15
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Career Services Job Search Skills
Resume Builder Resume Tips Interview Tips Job search letters
Employment Opportunities Available professional job
listings Part-time/Seasonal Employment Annual Career Days
Additional Resources Student Services Information and resources
Contact Information Location:
Student CenterLower LevelCenter for Student Success
Hours of Operation: Monday Through Friday:
8:45 a.m. - 5 p.m.Wednesday:open until 6 p.m. during the academic year
Phone: 732-571-3471 Fax: 732-263-5167 E-mail:
careerservices@monmouth.edu Contacts
Will Hill – Assistant Dean
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http://www.monmouth.edu/university/career-services.aspx
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Resources - samples Neighbors-helping-Neighbors web
site and social media groups www.nhnusa.org LinkedIn group: Neighbors-
helping-Neighbors USA Facebook group: Neighbors-
helping-Neighbors USA, Inc. Twitter: @NJNeighbors Extensive job-search document
library Other libraries – in progress
Monmouth County Libraries ReferenceUSA
Jersey Job Club
www.Jobs4Jersey.com www.Careeronestop.org NJ Dept of Labor
http://Lwd.dol.state.nj.us/labor/lpa/content/RealTimeJobsinDemand.html
www.Indeed.com www.SimplyHired.com www.SnagAJob.com NJ Civil / Government
http://lwd.dol.state.nj.us/labor/ Select Department agencies
Associations LinkedIn groups Alumni groups
Monmouth University Alumni Office of Alumni Affairs
Professional groups FENG, AITP
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