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This was a presentation that I gave to the St. Thomas More Job Support Network at their April 2011 meeting!
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What Are Employers Looking For?
An EASY and RISK-FREE solution to their problem(s)!
How a Typical Employer Fills a Vacancy
From Within - Present or Former Colleague
Drop-ins w/ Proof
Referral from Friend or Colleague
Using an Agency
Using an Ad
Resume
What Color is My Parachute, Richard Bolles, 2008 Edition, p. 28-33
Key Idea:
The more familiar and risk-free you seem to the hiring manager, the less qualified “on paper” you need to be!
How Can You Position Yourself Accordingly?
O NetworkingO Resumes & Cover LettersO InterviewingO PortfoliosO References & Professionalism
NetworkingO Cultivate relationships with
hiring managers – and those whom they trust for referrals
O Informational InterviewsO Professional AssociationsO Volunteer WorkO Former colleagues!
Resumes & Cover Letters
O Get yourself invited in for an interview!
O Demonstrate specific achievementsO Use keywordsO Highlight how you are a matchO Show how you can meet their needs!
Interviewing
• What was the situation?
Context
• What did you do?Action
• What did you achieve?Result
PortfoliosO Prove you can do the job!
O Showcase examples of your workO Explore both physical options and
online toolsO Create your own websiteO Create your own blog
ReferencesO Seal the deal and get the job!
O Don’t burn bridges with former employers
O Acquire recommendations on LinkedInO Prepare your references ahead of
time
ProfessionalismO Don’t forget the fundamentals!
O Be on time for interviewsO Dress appropriatelyO Watch your Facebook profileO Always send a thank you note!
Questions?
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