I created this presentation for my Planning 10 class to sum-up information covered during a unit on employment.

1. JOB SEARCH WORKSHOP
Planning 10
February 2012

2. Where to look for jobs
○ Career Centres at
colleges/universities
○ Other newspaper listings

3. Check company websites
Look for an "Employment" or "Careers" section
eg. Vancouver Parks Board
eg. Playland/PNE

4. Use your network
You never know who might have information.

5. Use your network
Tell everyone you are looking for a job.
Keep an eye out for people who are starting
new jobs (that means their old job probably
needs to be filled).
Use social media if it's appropriate for your
industry: eg. LinkedIn.com has listings.

6. Pound the pavement

7. Visit companies in person
Drop in and ask if companies have any
openings.
Bring copies of your resume.
Dress appropriately.
Be polite -- shake hands, introduce yourself.
Make a good impression.

8. Other sources
Pay attention to the news for stories of hiring
events.
eg. PNE stories
New construction
eg. J Crew, Forever 21 on Robson

9. Applying for jobs: be prepared
When you drop-in to companies:
Carry copies of your resume, just in case.
Keep them crisp by bringing them in a folder.
If you are applying for a specific opening,
include a cover letter.

10. Applying for jobs: be prepared
Bring a pen in case of application forms.
Have contact information ready for your
references.

11. Responding to job openings
Personalise AND tailor your applications to the
company and the position.
Change your resume if necessary to add more
details.
Write a new cover letter for each job.

12. The future of resumes: maybe this?

15. The future of resumes
An example of a resume on Slideshare:
http://www.slideshare.
net/charitydawnosaurus

16. The future of resumes
Have a digital version available.
Google Docs:
http://goo.gl/K4YmP

17. The future of resumes
Digital scanning of resumes and cover letters:
what you need to know...

19. The future of resumes
Traditional resumes and cover letters

20. Cover your bases
1. Resume and cover letter (word doc)
2. LinkedIn profile
3. Professional website (more)
4. Video resume

21. The future of resumes
3. A professional website (for your resume)
Examples:
-your own website
-or use other options
(aka nameplate or landing page websites)

22. Options for your own website
Websites specifically for
professional nameplates
or
landing pages
https://flavors.me/mfroustey#314/picasa

23. Options for your own website

24. Options for your own website

25. An example of a video resume
http://youtu.be/9EzNll1U2N8

26. Applying for jobs: impressions
Be nice to everyone you meet when applying
for a job.
Dress appropriately.
Be polite.
Find out the name of the person in charge of
hiring (so you know who to call to follow-up.)

27. Applying for jobs: impressions
When you are in job-seeking mode:
-Make sure your voice mail
message is professional
"Hello, you've reached Jaime Tong at
604.713.8999. I'm sorry I missed your call. If
you'd like to leave a message, I'll return your
call as soon as possible."

28. Applying for jobs: impressions
Clean-up your online/social media image.
Lock-down your Facebook privacy settings so
that no one can misinterpret photos of you.

29. Applying for jobs: impressions
Make sure your profile picture is appropriate.
Google your name to see what appears online,
so there are no surprises.

30. Applying for jobs: impressions
Let your family know you are applying for
jobs.
Review the home phone voice mail message.

31. Interviews: what to do if you get one
If you are offered an interview, make sure you
have the following information:
-Date
-Time
-Place
-Name of person who will interview you

32. The interview: what to wear
Dress conservatively.
Usually no jeans, nothing distracting or
inappropriate (tshirts/too much skin).
No big earrings/distracting jewelry.
Nail polish should be neutral.

33. The interview: what to wear

34. The interview: what to wear

35. The interview: what to wear
It's better to overdress than wear something
completely wrong.
If unsure: phone ahead of time and ask what
the dress code is.

36. What not to wear....

37. What not to wear...

38. Preparing for an interview
Don't get lost.
Call and ask the receptionist for the nearest
"cross street" if you're not sure.
Check a map.
Check Translink if you are taking transit.
Try to find the place a few days earlier if
you're not sure.

39. Preparing for an interview
Research the company online.
Familiarize yourself with what they do.
Prepare some questions to ask at the end of
the interview.

40. Preparing for an interview
Practice answering typical interview
questions.
(Ms. Tong has a handout for this.)
Make notes. Write out your responses.
Practice saying them.
(Bring your notes with you if you get nervous
during interviews.)

41. Preparing for an interview
Practice in front of a mirror.
Record your responses (audio).
Practice with a family member or friend.

42. At the interview
Shake hands.
How is your handshake?
Eye contact.
Don't rush (talking speed).
Ask for clarification if unsure.
Enthusiasm: Look like you want to be there.

43. Ending the interview
Thank the interviewer.
Have a question to ask.
If you don't have any, AT LEAST ask:
When will you have a hiring decision made?

44. After the interview

45. Follow up
It never hurts to send a thank-you email to the
person.
Follow-up by phone.
Keep searching if it doesn't work out this time.

46. Final tips
Always be polite to everyone you encounter.
Making a good impression counts.
You never know when you might cross paths in
the future with the person who interviewed
you.

47. Questions?
Next:
Look at some common interview questions.
Practice making notes of your responses.
With a partner, practice interviewing each
other.