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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><br /></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "inherit",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The Question:
</span></b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“Hi Jess, Last year I [was] employed at a company, and then a
month later they had a layoff and let me go. [I am] worried that a company I’m
currently interviewing with might do the same thing. What can I do to make sure
it won't happen again?</span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "inherit",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The
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company won't let you go due to layoffs or otherwise. However, there are other
things you can do to make sure the company is financially healthy. Here are
some steps to take:</span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "inherit",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">1.</span></b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span><b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "inherit",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Do your
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Look up
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">a.
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<b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "inherit",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">2.</span></b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span><b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "inherit",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Inquire
further</span></b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Ask
your interviewers. Once you’ve found articles on the company, it doesn’t hurt
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you’ve done your homework. You can say something like, “I saw that your
business was recently acquired by the XYZ company, what changes do you foresee
happening in your department in the near future.” You will most likely not get
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<b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "inherit",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">3.</span></b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "Georgia",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span><b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "inherit",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Be
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<i><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "inherit",serif; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">By Jessica DeCotis, Career Coach </span></i></div>
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Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-35295827820022110332017-04-11T09:55:00.000-07:002017-04-11T09:55:21.057-07:00Tips for the Introverted Networker<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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for even the most extroverted person, so for introverts the thought of it can
be even more challenging. However, networking is a crucial part of the
job search and one’s career development as a whole. Introverts should have a
much easier time with the networking process by utilizing these helpful tips:</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></div>
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that you’ll ask others in order to achieve that goal. Also, make sure you have
some things prepared for you to share as you can’t rely on the other person to
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okay to start small but as you get more comfortable with networking, try and
increase your goal for making connections. It’s okay not to spend a lot of time
with your connections at the networking event. Most introverts feel more
comfortable in more intimate, one-on-one settings. Once you feel like you’ve
made a solid connection with someone, politely break it off and ask for their
business card so you can follow up with them. This way you can continue
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such as one-on-one at a coffee shop. Just make sure you actually do follow up
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can make you feel guilty about trying to make connections. Instead, focus on
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><i>By Njyhalo Pavati, RIT Office of Career Services Graduate Assistant</i> </span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">The Question: </span></b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">Dear Jess, I have a boss who is a real life </span><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthyplace.com%2Fabuse%2Femotional-psychological-abuse%2Fgaslighting-definition-techniques-and-being-gaslighted%2F&h=ATMJOElrvCbCuDcW8EL8jEmFGVYHsycizZ_Yyw90LerJVMVs-XL32aCuVuB_wHQeSB72ThyINs48ZZxCkvFNK4zrfPQ80Lep8JRwZQhcCeJGM8nmDXESiaPAIzNqrlGCgqM&s=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: #365899; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">gaslighter</span></a><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">. He consistently makes me feel like I’m
crazy. He tells me to do something one day, and when I do <b>exactly</b> as
he’s asked, he screams at me that he would “never ask me to do such a thing!” I
am at a loss. This happens multiple times a week. I am afraid of him, and can’t
stand the thought of going to work everyday. I never had a problem with my
managers in the past. What can I do? I’m new here and I don’t want to give up
easily.</span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">The Answer: </span></b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">I’m so sorry you are going through this. It’s true what they
say, misery <b>loves</b> company. I firmly believe that these “managers” are
unhappy, whether they admit it to themselves or not. The fact of the matter is
that you need to take steps to protect yourself because you’re working with a
toxic person who somehow gained access to a role with subordinates. </span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">1. Recognize Your Worth by Becoming Self-Aware</span></b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">You were hired for your position because you
possessed a skillset and the right kind of potential for growth. Do not allow
anyone to minimize that. Everyone has room for growth, but being told you’re
bad at your job, or you’re not doing it the right way, when you are clearly
following direction, is wrong. Own your strengths, your skills, and your
potential. But also, own your weaknesses (the real ones, not the ones made up
by someone with a complex). View your limitations as opportunities for growth,
because that’s exactly what they are. With this 360 view of your abilities you
will be able to stand up for yourself because you know your worth. If you can
clearly see that despite your best efforts you are being treated unfairly and
disrespected, do not allow it.</span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">2. Remain Calm in the Midst of Manager
Meltdowns</span></b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">Do not return fire with fire. If your manager
is being aggressive, you will need to keep your cool. If you are aggressive
back, you could end up in trouble with HR. Fair, or not, that’s how this
usually goes. A tyrant tends to have very thin skin and they score lower on the
proverbial emotional intelligence scale. The slightest infraction could very
well send them on the defense. Do your best to remain levelheaded and don’t
stoop to this person’s level. If you are being yelled at, tune into your
self-awareness and assess the situation for an assertive, but firm way out. You
can say something along the lines of “I understand there is a matter to be
discussed, but I do not appreciate being yelled at.” If the negative behavior
continues, you have every right to leave the room. You can also calmly mention,
“I will be happy to continue this conversation when you have calmed down.” It
is then at your discretion whether to report this poor behavior to HR or not.</span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">3. Document, Document, Document </span></b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">I am not a lawyer and this is not legal
advice. However, I find it very important to protect oneself in a hostile work
environment. After any meeting with your boss, send him/her an email that
records everything you discussed. You should include action items, due dates,
and what you have already achieved. If your boss raised his or her voice at you
in any meeting, and you’d like it documented, you can include a line that says
something like, “I understand you are frustrated, but as we discussed, in the
future please know that raising your voice at me is not a productive use of our
time.” </span></div>
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">Documenting is also important to ensure that
if your boss is in fact gaslighting you, you will have recourse. You can refer
back to your email record of the conversation; what he stated he wanted and
what you agreed to take action on. Be vigilant. If there is an update to any
discussion, even just in passing, make sure you document it.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">If you end up finding another job, or quit
because you feel bullied or abused, you can present your documented complaints
to HR (you don't have to wait until you quit, this is a personal choice). If
you work at a larger company, this should technically go in your manager’s
file. If there is work place abuse going on, I recommend enlisting the services
of an employment lawyer, who may be able to help you get unemployment if you
feel you were bullied into quitting. Again, I’m not a lawyer, but I have heard
of cases like this.</span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">4. Look For a New Position</span></b><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">It doesn’t matter if you’ve only been at a job
for a short time. You should never allow someone to mistreat you. Not every
scenario has grounds for quitting, but if you are being gaslighted, bullied
and/or abused at work, you must strongly consider leaving.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">Your health should be considered when weighing
options about leaving a job. </span><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.webmd.com%2Fheart-disease%2Fnews%2F20081124%2Fhaving-a-bad-boss-is-bad-for-the-heart%231&h=ATNeRnwEmjpaahkO9TWxCzTeAH_7SNbXcV9SJQiTrINWnOiQ5uunekouHR4AzvXWnCOo-nRpG7kyFbBmjZF8IP4-faCHC7FQ91qyys-9ZLf9hhUGYiiiLEU_yGvumCAmY5s&s=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: #365899; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">Stress can have some
pretty dire consequences</span></a><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">.
Look at this situation as a bridge to a new opportunity and gained emotional
intelligence. It’s very hard to advance under a tyrant, and ultimately you
could be doing yourself a disservice if you stay. If you have to put this
position on your resumé, and you are asked why you’re leaving, you can simply
put it back on yourself and say something along the lines of, “I misjudged the
position and gained more self-awareness. This current position has shown me
that I prefer to work in an environment that…” Then you can elaborate on
positive aspects of environments you’d like to work in, because you have a
desire to succeed. Don’t forget to look for the </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/notes/jdec-marketing-and-career-coaching/ask-a-career-coach-signs-of-a-great-potential-manager/1310435769015408"><span style="color: #365899; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">signs of a great potential manager</span></a><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"> while you’re interviewing. You don’t want to
end up in the same situation again.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">To summarize, please don’t allow yourself to
be mistreated or intimidated. There are some not-so-great ‘managers’ out there,
but just because their management and people skills are incredibly lacking,
doesn’t mean that you should suffer. No matter what scenario you find yourself
in, you must always do what’s best for you, your health, and your career. This
will put you on a path to finding a manager who is a real leader and deserves
to work with you. </span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">If you would like a personalized session to
enhance your resumé, or learn new skills to advance your profession, JDec
Marketing and Career Coaching can help you. No matter your current job
situation, there is an affordable option for you. For more information, please
visit</span></i><a href="http://www.jdecmarketing.com/about" target="_blank"><i><span style="color: #365899; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt; text-decoration: none;"> </span></i><span style="color: #365899; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">jdecmarketing.com</span></a><span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;">.</span></div>
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Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-7575404697915967212016-09-26T12:41:00.003-07:002017-03-07T10:40:36.428-08:00Using Google+ For Your Professional Networking and the Job Search <br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">One of my favorite cliche lines in regards to career advice is, “You gotta network to get work.” It may be corny, but that doesn’t make it any less true. A great way to enhance your online professional networking profile is by utilizing Google+. Here are a few tips to make sure you are getting the most out of your Google+ profile.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Your Profile</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">When you create your Google+ profile, create it as you would your LinkedIn profile. Be articulate with your descriptions and present yourself in a professional manner. Recruiters actively search social media platforms such as Google+ for candidates who may be a fit for their openings. Knowing that, it is worth taking a few minutes to do some research and keyword optimize your profile in ways that maximize its chances of showing up in recruiters’ searches. An example would be reading job postings for jobs you are interested in and taking keywords from them to add to your profile. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Relationship Circles</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Differentiating your professional contacts from your personal contacts is very important when developing your Google+ profile. The best way to do this is by utilizing the Google Circles feature. This way, when you add new professional connections, you can group them together with other related connections. For example, you could add circles for co-workers, professional connections, other people in your industry, or even individuals in a new industry that you're interested in sharing information with and receiving information from. You can also decide what information in your profile is visible to each of your circles. Here’s some more <a href="https://support.google.com/plus/answer/1047805?hl=en">information about Google Circles</a>, including how to create one.</span><a href="https://support.google.com/plus/answer/1047805?hl=en" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;"></span></a></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Google Communities</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Google Communities are groups created on a specific subject that can be literally anything. Searching for communities related to your professional interests can be a great way to engage with other professionals and stay up to date in your field. Any individual can create a Google+ community around any subject of their choosing to engage other users on the network with an interest in that subject. As a result, communities can create a direct connection with your target audience, helping them join the discussion.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Engage!</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Networking will never be useful if you approach it passively. To make meaningful connections, you must take the initiative and engage with other users. One way to do this on Google+ is by commenting on your connections' posts so you can add value to the post or stimulate further discussion and debate. Sharing their posts is also useful as it helps them reach a larger target audience, and helping others is a great way to start a relationship. Posting content is also another great way to engage others. When doing so it is important to segment what you share with whom, so that your content shares are always highly relevant and to share them in a way that stimulates discussion and interaction. For example, sharing an article as an open ended question and asking others to share their insights, etc.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"> </span><span class="gD" name="Njyhalo Pavati (via Google Docs)"><br /><i>By Njyhalo Pavati, RIT Career Services Graduate Assistant</i></span></div>
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Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-49993454036085969492016-05-26T09:52:00.000-07:002016-05-26T09:52:15.770-07:00Using Vault in Your Job Search<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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Over the past academic year, this
blog has discussed the benefits of sites like LinkedIn and Careerealism, and for
my last post as an intern here, I thought I’d shed some light on Vault. You have free access to this valuable tool through Job Zone - find it on the main Job Zone menu once you login, on the right column. This career intelligence website is
geared toward employers and new or transitioning professionals seeking
employment alike. It provides readers with comprehensive reviews of companies, job
opening information, advice on resume composition and interviewing, and
partners with colleges (RIT included) to assist any student, staff member, or
alum in their career search. Additionally, Vault offers more than 100 career
guidebooks that are focused on specific industries, periods in an individual’s
career development, internship programs, managing finances, and more. They
provide users with the tools for success, so in that same vein, here are some
do’s and don’ts for utilizing Vault as an RIT alum: </div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">1.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">DO</b> start with general industry
research, then delve deeper into your projected area of interest. For instance,
the “Wealth Management” guidebook section offers guides on that general sector
of employment, but also on hedge fund jobs, private equity, investment
management, and venture capital positions. Once you know the facet of an
industry in which you’d like to work, that guidebook will be the most helpful
for you. </div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">2.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">DON’T</b>
overwhelm yourself with the amount of available information. For instance, in
the “Resume” section of Vault, there are several blog posts regarding formatting,
deciding what type of resume to create, putting resumes and cover letters
together, etc. Try to zero in on what you truly need assistance with first. If
you find that you require more information, rather than pouring over every blog
post, search the website and gain specific insight that way.</div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: 150%; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">3.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">DO </b>check
the job board for available positions. Websites that are not affiliated with a
university in some capacity may provide you with <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">some</i> job openings, but they may not be the safest place to look.
The jobs on Vault are accompanied by rankings of their respective companies, as
well as reviews from people who have worked there. You’ll find real and
accredited positions that are updated daily. </div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: 150%; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">4.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">DON’T
</b>just apply for a full-time or internship position because it’s “trending”
on the website. Sure, those internships are worth looking into, but if they do
not engage your passions or interests, then popularity of the company should
not be a prime reason to pursue them. Don’t, however, discount these positions
either. RIT partners with relatively large companies with high-rankings and the
high profile of a position that truly interests you should not be a deterrent. </div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: 150%; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">5.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">DO</b>
follow Vault on social media and subscribe to email updates. Getting the scoop
on an industry, company, or position right at its release will give you a leg
up if you decide to apply. Vault is on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn,
Google+, and Pinterest. On the latter, for instance, they have one board
devoted to snippets of advice from experts in various fields. A quick perusal
of that site may provide you with just the career development advice that you
need. </div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: 150%; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">6.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">DON’T
</b>discount the power of networking. Vault’s blog also goes into detail about
expanding your professional network, identifying key players in your network,
and how to maintain rapport with the people in it. “Networking” may sometimes
seem like just a buzzword, but knowing how to strategically navigate through
career development situations while being backed by a solid network can afford
you more professional opportunities. </div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%;">
Want to learn more? Check out
Vault’s website and whether you’re transitioning between careers or industries,
a new graduate seeking employment, or are simply curious about the available
rankings and reviews information, you’ll benefit from its partnership with RIT. </div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%;">
<i>Hayley Johnson, RIT Career Services Graduate Intern</i> </div>
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Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-67744800886479703392016-01-11T07:33:00.000-08:002016-01-11T07:33:12.321-08:00Is 2016 Your Year to Advance Your Education?<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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So, you’ve obtained a Bachelor’s degree. Perhaps you’ve
started your career, perhaps you’re still hunting for a satisfying position, or
perhaps you’re looking for a job change. Thinking about going back to school?
RIT has you covered. Here are some reasons to acquire a Master’s degree (or
even a PhD) from your alma mater, along with a brief overview of some of the
programs we offer. </div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">1.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Advance
within your field</i>. RIT awards Master’s degrees in programs such as design,
visual communications, business, communications, mathematics, engineering, NTID,
and more, hosting 70 in total. Let us say, for example, that you have a B.S. in
computer science, and are looking into the M.S. program here. You can take
courses within clusters having to do with robotics, cryptography, big data, and
more, all culminating into a thesis or project and public presentation.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you think this sounds similar to your
undergraduate studies, you’re right: the layout of the programs are somewhat
alike, but the materials studied allow you to advance current skills and move
up in your current company, or potentially obtain a higher position even at
entry level. </div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">2.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Take
advantage of the convenience factor</i>. Most RIT graduate courses are taught
in the late afternoon and evening. That way, you can enroll as a part-time or
full-time student, and still work at your original or a new position during the
day.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Additionally, adult and continuing
education programs here allow transfer credits, offer certificates, and have
partnered with the <a href="https://www.rit.edu/emcs/ptgrad/veterans1.php">Yellow
Ribbon Program</a>. RIT faculty, staff, and fellow students make it possible to
work and attend school simultaneously. </div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">3.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Connect
with company recruiters</i>. As an alumnus, you are most likely aware of our <a href="https://www.rit.edu/emcs/oce/student/career-fairs-all-majors">career
fairs</a>. Although alumni are welcome to attend, it would not hurt to inform a
potential employer of your Master’s candidacy and studies. It is optional for
most Master’s students to complete a co-op, but researching what attending
companies are looking for may ultimately lead you to see that they value a
continuous pursuit of more training and education. </div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">4.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">RIT
provides tuition benefits for employees</i> <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">of
the college and for eligible family members</i>. Do you or does someone in your
family work for RIT? You could obtain a tuition waiver up to 100 percent! The
majority of RIT graduate programs are 30 or more credits in total, so depending
on your status as an employee, you could take between 6 and 12 credit hours per
term with the benefits provided. Click this <a href="https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/sites/rit.edu.fa.humanresources/files/docs/Education_Benefits.pdf">link</a>
to find out more about your eligibility to enroll in courses using the
benefits. </div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">5.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Increase
the amount of research you engage in</i>. RIT is heading in a more
research-oriented direction, and with that comes a significant focus on
graduate students and their work. Several programs end with a thesis or
project, such as computer science mentioned above. For instance, RIT graduate
Nate Fisk created the <a href="https://connect.rit.edu/p95715256/?launcher=false&fcsContent=true&pbMode=normal">Rochester
Cyber Safety and Ethics Initiative</a> prior to his graduation, which explores
and seeks to correct internet security concerns. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Sanjay Mathur sought to assist consulting
companies with his project, <a href="https://connect.rit.edu/p63rsm4x8nn/?launcher=false&fcsContent=true&pbMode=normal">Improving
Customer Satisfaction in the Telecom Industry Through Improved Project
Selection Methodologies</a>. Wherever your interests lie, departments encourage
passion projects and outside research, particularly at the graduate level. </div>
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<br /></div>
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Want to learn more? Check out all of our
<a href="http://www.rit.edu/emcs/ptgrad/grad.php">graduate programs</a> on the web! </div>
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<i>By Hayley Johnson, RIT Career Services, Graduate Intern</i> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif;">Hunting
for the perfect position? Seeking to change careers entirely? Fresh out of your
undergraduate or graduate studies? Consider these developments in the
resume-composing realm to revamp your list of accomplishments.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">1)<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif;">Digitization</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif;">: You know about the importance of </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif;">LinkedIn</span></a><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif;">, the value of your presentation on
social networking sites like Facebook, and that taking advantage of free cover
letter and resume critiquing sessions. But have you considered the inclusion of
videos, social media campaign examples, or mobile-friendly copies? Certain
alum, of course, will know that a digital portfolio is often preferred for
certain applications, and previous co-op experiences or passion projects will
have helped with that. For others, however, if you are applying to more
non-traditional industries, start-up companies, or even simply a general job posting,
consider adding electronic elements that award your accomplishments a modern
twist. An employer may rely on smartphone technology to view your resume, so
ensuring that yours is accessible is also key. A recent </span><a href="http://www.inc.com/jt-odonnell/a-powerful-way-to-use-instagram-to-recruit-employees.html"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif;">article</span></a><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif;"> from Inc. notes that some
companies are now using Instagram to engage in a process known as “purple
squirrel hunting,” in which they pursue the most qualified candidates that may
be already working, thus they would require less training. With you cooperative
education experience, this could prove advantageous to the average job-seeking
RIT graduate.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">2)<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif;">Design</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif;">: Innovation in resume formatting
is certainly more applicable to some program graduates more than others, but it
is nonetheless attractive and becoming increasingly popular. Consider adding
colorful, but not <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">too</i> overpowering,
images such as timelines that track accomplishments, charts that compare
project growth, pictures that note where you hail from, photographs of major
influencers, and the like. As long as text is still the main component, and
there are not too many sections, infographics can add a unique element to a
resume that extends beyond traditional templates found simply via popular
search engines. Stick to a one-page limit, but lay out your profile in a more
creative manner. </span></div>
<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: 150%; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;">
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">3)<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif;">Highlights</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif;">: Facebook recently unveiled a new
feature that attaches star icons to events such as starting a new position, a
marriage, the birth of a child, et cetera, and these occasions are what one
sees when scrolling through another user’s profile from years past. Why not do
something similar with your resume? At each previous position, mention key
projects that you assisted with or developed, and note your specific role(s) at
any given point. Additionally, include awards received or other forms of
recognition and promotion from whom you report. Achievements are just as
important as job titles; what did you add to the organization that could
transfer over to a different company? </span></div>
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;">Start over</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;">: This may sound intimidating, but imagine
deleting everything in your resume and starting from scratch. Which successes
can you remember that would highlight your assets? Which are less important or
relevant? Starting from the beginning can allow for a completely new layout and
order of accomplishments, stemming from a new mindset when switching career
paths or simply looking for a different position. Ensure that you have a copy
of the original resume to copy certain items from, but do not resort to
sticking the exact outline use.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;"><i>By Hayley Johnson, Graduate Intern, RIT Office of Career Services & Cooperative Education</i> </span>Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-21611906480850007682015-05-18T10:38:00.000-07:002015-05-18T10:38:38.350-07:00Considering a Mid-Career Change?<div class="MsoNormal">
Are you thinking about a change in your career direction? Are you currently between jobs or without a
job? It is tough to decide to make a change, and
for many it is even harder to decide what you would like to do and then to
commit to pursuing it. The following
ideas may help you get started on the process.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><b>1)<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal;"> </span></b><!--[endif]--> <b>Self
Assessment- Why are you thinking about a change now? What options do you want
to consider?<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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People consider a mid-career change for a variety of reasons.
Sometimes it is a process you initiate
and sometimes it is not. Perhaps you are seeking a lifestyle change or
a more satisfactory work/life balance.
Maybe you are hoping for increased compensation or benefits. Some folks are looking for more challenge or
excitement (and some are looking for less!).
Perhaps you are looking for more direct ways to help others in the work
you do. A <a href="http://assets.cce.umn.edu/cardsort/values/index.html">career values card
sort</a> may help you prioritize the most important factors for you in your
work and your life. I have found that a
reprioritization of our <b>values</b> is
often what leads us to contemplate a change.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Which of your <b>interests</b>
do you want to focus on in your work? An
interest inventory may assist you in determining how your interests relate to
occupational possibilities. Here is the <a href="http://www.mynextmove.org/explore/ip">O*NET Interests Profiler</a> that
will generate some occupational possibilities for you after you answer some
questions about your interests.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Carefully evaluate the <b>skills</b>
and abilities that you have. Identifying
what you enjoy doing <u>and</u> are good at can be key to career
satisfaction. How can the skills you
have be transferred to a new opportunity?
This <a href="http://ritalumnicareerblog.blogspot.com/2012/07/transferrable-skills-identification-and.html">blog</a>
about transferrable skills will give you some ideas about how to leverage you
current skills into new opportunities.
The <a href="http://www.careerinfonet.org/acinet/skills/default.aspx?nodeid=20">Skills
Profiler</a> takes you through a series of questions that allow you to identify
skills and activities you have. This leads to a customized Skills Profile that
includes: a summary of identified skills
and work activities, a list of occupations matched either to skills or work
activities and a link to occupation profiles for more detailed occupational
information. The <a href="http://www.myskillsmyfuture.org/">My Skills My Future</a> website
suggests occupations that might use similar skills to other jobs that you have
had.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Some personalities are more attracted to certain occupations
more than others. If you have not
already done a personality assessment that yields a Myers-Briggs <b>personality type</b>, here is a <a href="http://www.humanmetrics.com/cgi-win/JTypes1.htm">quick inventory</a> that
will generate it for you. Then, you can
go to the <a href="http://www.personalitypage.com/">Personality Page</a>
website that has information related to personality as it relates to career
choice, relationships, and personal growth.<o:p></o:p></div>
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do I find out more about the career options that appeal to me?<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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I would suggest that you first do research on reliable
websites and in relevant books. Two
websites that are good starting places are the <a href="http://www.bls.gov/ooh">Occupational
Outlook Handbook</a> and <a href="http://www.onetonline.org/">O*NET</a>. It is also very helpful to get information
from people who are already doing a job that you want to learn more about. This process is called <a href="https://www.rit.edu/emcs/oce/student/networking-linkedin">networking</a>
or <a href="http://www.quintcareers.com/informational_interviewing.html">informational
interviewing</a>. LinkedIn can also be a
very useful source of information. Here
is an article that introduces the benefits of using <a href="http://blog.linkedin.com/2013/01/30/start-mapping-your-career-with-linkedin-alumni/">LinkedIn
Alumni</a> in the career search process.
Often information really is the key that will help you determine how
interested you are in an alternative you are considering.<o:p></o:p></div>
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qualifications and occupations that appeals to you? Are you willing to get more education and/or
training?<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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If you determine that additional education or training would
be necessary for an occupation that appeals to you, you have some serious
thinking and planning to do. In what
ways could you obtain the skills: a
graduate degree, a college course or certificate, an internship or
apprenticeship experience? If you think
you might go back to school for another degree, be sure to research the typical
job outcomes for people who have attained that degree.<o:p></o:p></div>
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unhappiness.<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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You are undertaking a big change. Be careful and thoughtful in your
self-assessment and information gathering.
Curb the impulse to make a quick change so that you can thoughtfully choose
an option that is right for you.<o:p></o:p></div>
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where you can.<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The RIT Career Services Office has many services for alumni. You may already be aware of those services if
you have found your way to this blog. We
have a Career Services Coordinator who works with graduates from your RIT
major. Check our <a href="https://www.rit.edu/emcs/oce/staff">website</a> or call our office at
(585) 475-2301 to find out who your Coordinator is and get in touch with him or
her. Your Coordinator can help you
assess the risks and benefits of making a mid-career change. <o:p></o:p></div>
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There is lots of good information on our website that will
assist career changers. Here are two
more sources of information from RIT Career Services that could be
helpful: <a href="https://www.rit.edu/emcs/oce/student/career-resources">Career Resources</a>
and <a href="https://www.rit.edu/emcs/oce/alumni/changing-careers">Changing
Careers.</a> And don’t hesitate to
contact our office with your questions.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Carolyn DeHority, Assistant Director-Career Counseling, RIT
Office of Career Services and Cooperative Education<o:p></o:p></div>
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Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-67024833635357609112015-02-19T10:31:00.001-08:002015-02-19T10:31:55.140-08:00How Do I Connect With RIT Employers?As an RIT alum, you may be wondering if you can still connect with our recruiting companies. The good news is - you definitely can, AND they want you to! Companies who successfully recruit co-ops, interns, and new graduates value the skills and experiences of RIT alumni, and look to us when they have experienced hire opportunities. Here are some ways you can connect.<br />
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<li>Use RIT Job Zone. You have continued access to our online job listing system (see the main Alumni page of our website to login or register for an account). This allows you to view current job postings, search our employer database for company contact information, and gain access to additional resources, including CareerSearch, a comprehensive database of companies sorted by industry and geographic location.</li>
<li>Upload your resume into the Alumni Resume Book. You'll find this option in the Documents tab of Job Zone. Our employer partners have access to this resume book and use it to reach out to alumni who fit their current needs.</li>
<li>Attend the Career Fairs. If you're in the Rochester area, you're able to attend any of our general or major specific fairs. The Spring Career Fair is Wednesday March 4 from 10-4 in the Gordon Field House; bring your alumni ID to enter. All attending company information is on Job Zone. Also coming up this spring is Creative Industry Day, on March 19th, and the Hospitality and Service Management Fair, on April 7th.</li>
<li>Attend company information and networking events. Many companies who are on campus to recruit provide these sessions to informally meet with students and alumni, and share information about their company and available opportunities. All information is posted on Job Zone under the Events tab.</li>
<li>Join our LinkedIn group - RIT Career Services. This gives you the opportunity to network with employer members, and many companies post positions at the experienced level on the group.</li>
<li>Meet with your Career Services Coordinator in our office - in person, by email or by phone, who has additional company connections and resources specific to your field of interest. If you're not sure who your Coordinator is, call our office at 475-2301 to get connected.</li>
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Let us assist in your job search efforts; we're here to help you achieve continued career success!</div>
Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-65631765999405492532014-11-26T06:44:00.000-08:002014-11-26T06:44:52.561-08:00Holiday Strategies for Your Job Search<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Temping though it may be, don’t stop your job search efforts just because we've moved
into the holiday season. There are still
jobs available; in fact, companies may want to fill positions before the end of
their fiscal year, or may want to interview for positions that will become
available after the first of the year, in their new fiscal year. This time of the year also provides unique opportunities to make new contacts.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Here are some ways to stay active over the next couple of months:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 112%;"><b>Review your search strategy.</b> This is a good time to evaluate your search efforts, to determine what's been working and what hasn't. You want to focus your time and energy on activities that move you closer to your goals, and let go of things that haven't been working. Also review your marketing materials - resume, portfolio, LinkedIn profile, to see if any updates are needed.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 112%;"><b>Polish your presence. </b>The holidays are also a good time to get a makeover - hair, wardrobe - to be sure you're presenting a professional, up to date image.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><span style="line-height: 112%;">Follow
up</span></b><span style="line-height: 112%;"> on any pending positions to which you've applied, or for which you've interviewed. Reconnect with
the recruiter or hiring manager to let them know you’re still interested in the
position, and to see where they </span>are in the hiring process.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Contact the third
party recruiter (headhunter)</b> you’re working with (or find one in your
field), to update them on your status, and see if there are any new positions
they've received for which you may be a good match. Remember that recruiters work for their company clients, not for you, so it's up to you to keep yourself front of mind.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Keep checking job
sites for your field, RIT Job Zone, and company sites for postings.</b> Companies may receive fewer applications as
people’s minds are elsewhere, so be diligent in checking for new opportunities.
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Work part-time. </b>The holidays often opportunities to pick up some part-time employment. In addition to the extra money, you'll also meet coworkers and customers who may provide tips or connections for your job search.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Volunteer. </b>Look for opportunities to participate in charity or community service projects. This allows you to give back, to utilize your skills or develop new ones, and connect with other volunteers, who may know of opportunities in your field.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><span style="line-height: 112%;">Step
up your networking activities. </span></b>Reach out to your contacts with a holiday greeting, and a
brief update on your status. This includes your LinkedIn contacts, and the holidays may be a good time to find additional alumni contacts with whom you can reconnect.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Attend community, association, and organization holiday
parties and get togethers; make it your goal to meet new people with whom you
can develop a networking relationship in the new year. Ask questions and absorb information you can use later. Don’t forget family and
neighborhood parties; every get together is an opportunity to develop new
contacts. Keep things light – don’t
overwhelm people with your problems or job issues; keep a few business cards
handy; and always think about how you can help other people you meet.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Keeping your job search active now will put you that much further ahead when the new year begins and help you maintain a positive attitude. Enjoy your holidays, and remember, the Career Services Office is always here to assist with your job search efforts!</span></div>
Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-55732461320263500942014-08-01T10:47:00.000-07:002014-08-01T10:47:09.825-07:00Back to Basics: Tips For Career Success, Emily Ellis, MBA '07<div class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Whether
you are gainfully employed or actively seeking employment, there are a few
universal tips that will be helpful in putting yourself on the path to success.
While the individual details may vary, we can all agree that we are in pursuit
of at least one universal goal: to be successful. To be successful in our
current careers, in finding a new role, in the pursuit of a completely new
career path, or just in finding general, personal fulfillment. Here are a few universal
tips that you can apply to pursuing your goals, regardless of what stage you
are in.</span></div>
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</span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Know who you are.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> This seems simple, but
have you done an honest self-assessment yet? Write down your strengths,
weaknesses, personal and professional values, likes and dislikes, etc. into a
document in which you will be the sole reader, allowing you to be completely
open and honest. Include your vision for where you see yourself going
professionally in the next 5-10 years. What types of roles are you looking to pursue?
Do you have the skills for those roles, or are there gaps that you need to
address? What kind of growth opportunities do you need to feel successful? What
type of work environment do you prefer? When you are done answering these types
of questions, you should have a lengthy document that gives you a better
picture of what you are looking for. This is the start of your Professional
Development Plan. Your path should align with who you are and what’s important
to you.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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what you have to offer an employer. You’ve done your self-assessment and,
hopefully, have a good handle on the types of roles you want to pursue (whether
they be new roles or growth opportunities within your existing company). Craft
your resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profile, and any other materials, to
reflect your strongest skills and abilities, along with your professional
values. You need to succinctly deliver the message to employers about who you
are and what you have to offer. This is your brand. Once it’s developed you
need to maintain it and continue to promote it. Maintain your credibility by
not losing sight of your goals and values.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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plan in place and know who you are, but you need to remain flexible. We live in
a very dynamic world with ever-changing factors that impact our lives and
decisions every day. Your Professional Development Plan is meant to be a living
document that you modify and adapt as you gain new information. Consider all
possibilities before ruling them out.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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person. Attitude really can be everything. Have you heard the saying “People
won’t remember what you said, but they will remember how you made them feel”?
It’s true. If you are a negative person, you exude it and it can be very
apparent the minute you walk through the door. Stay optimistic and be friendly!
You are always making an impression on people. Make it a good one.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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outcomes of your actions. Having trouble finding a job? Get turned down for a
promotion you were hoping for? Missed a project deadline? Don’t blame others.
Every experience is a learning opportunity. What could you have done
differently, in retrospect? How can you improve going, forward? Sure others may
have been involved in the outcome, but do you have control over them and their
actions? You are responsible for your own success. No one is going to define it
for you or lead you to it.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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Find out how you can help them by utilizing your unique knowledge, skills and
abilities. The positive attitude mentioned above can really help you with this!
Networking is important. You hear it all the time, but it really is invaluable.
It can be your key to getting noticed for advancement in your career. Knowing
the right people who can speak to your talents and abilities favorably can be
the extra leg up you need. Everyone knows something that you don’t. Learn
something new from them. Don’t be afraid to ask for help and utilize your
network in different ways. Create your own personal board of directors to help
guide you and act as a sounding board as you make career decisions. Utilize
your network to identify contacts that can give you a heads up about upcoming
positions opening up at a company you are really interested in working for.
Have someone review your resume. We can all help each other in some way. Don’t
be afraid to reach out and initiate a connection. Promote your progress!<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">There
is no doubt that the job market can be tough, and it is always easier to look
for paths to success while you are still employed. However, I think all of us
lose site of the basics at times. We get tired and frustrated of pursuing goals
that seem like they may never come to fruition. Don’t be afraid to step back
and modify your plan and strategies. Seek outside assistance if you can’t seem
to get out of a rut on your own. Maybe you are missing something because you
are too close to the situation. Regardless, don’t lose sight of these simple
tips for success.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><i>Emily Ellis, MBA '07, is a Higher Education and Career Services professional. We welcome guest posts on any topic related to career and job search success. Email Kris at kwsoce@rit.edu if you'd like to contribute a post.</i></span></div>
Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-79453934187341061662014-05-15T09:55:00.000-07:002014-05-15T09:55:02.538-07:00Questions to Help You Maximize Your Job Search<div class="MsoNormal">
Are you in the middle of a job search? While searching and applying for jobs, take some
time to ask yourself these questions, designed to help you focus, re-energize
and move your search forward.<o:p></o:p></div>
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would any other project; breaking each task into manageable steps with action
items, setting SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely)
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In simple terms, your brand is who you are and what you have to
offer. It’s the perception other people
have of you compared with similar people.
Assess your skills, values, strengths and weaknesses, and determine what
sets you apart from the competition. Be
sure your brand is consistent throughout all aspects of your search: marketing materials, social media and
interviews. Research your targeted
industry and field, and make sure your brand fits well and matches key
positions.<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b>Are your marketing materials complete?</b> Develop an advanced level resume - targeted
to your specific field and each position - that accurately reflects your brand. Include cover letters that match your
qualifications to each specific job, provide appropriate supporting materials,
including portfolios and samples of your work.
Today marketing materials also include LinkedIn and other social media,
so be sure your LinkedIn profile is complete and highlights your
accomplishments and qualifications – you want it to help sell you as the best
candidate.<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b>Speaking of social media, are you using LinkedIn
fully?</b> Make sure your profile is 100%
complete, with a professional (yes it’s important) photo, a keyword-rich
summary, recommendations that support your goals, and regular activity status
updates. Join groups, and be active by
starting and joining discussions to demonstrate your expertise. Find recruiters for your industry, apply to
posted jobs, and connect with RIT alumni in your targeted companies. Check out the new <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/alumni">University Alumni feature</a>, which
helps you locate alumni easily by location and industry. Don’t forget Facebook and Twitter as well;
Twitter has been described as <a href="http://edition.cnn.com/2013/04/22/business/twitter-resume-cv-job/">“the
new resume.”</a> <o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b>What are you doing to access the hidden job
market? </b> This is the most important, and
least utilized, step of the job search process, and provides the most return on
investment for your time and energy. Create a targeted list of companies, based on
your self-assessment results and research of the industry. Use resources to find contacts within those
companies with whom you can connect.
LinkedIn is a powerful tool for finding key company contacts, and <a href="http://rit.imodules.com/s/1624/index.aspx?sid=1624&gid=1&pgid=61">the
RIT Alumni Network</a> will help you connect with RIT alumni in your targeted
companies. Professional associations are
also a good resource for meeting people in your field, who can often lead you
to company connections.<o:p></o:p></div>
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</b></span></span><!--[endif]--><b>How do you present yourself?</b> Here’s another opportunity for honest self-assessment. Have a positive attitude, with no outward
negativity towards your situation or former employer. Be enthusiastic, eager to learn and grow, confident,
prepared, polished and professional.
Make sure your relevant skills are current (take classes or get training
if needed), and that you’re technologically savvy. If applicable, be ready to address questions
related to your age and/or perceived overqualification – remember, value trumps
everything, so know yours and be prepared to present it confidently!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Can we help? Our
office is available to assist with any aspect of your job search; call us at
585-475-2301 to schedule an appointment with your advisor, or email <a href="mailto:kwsoce@rit.edu">Kris Stehler</a>. Share your thoughts and suggestions below, and
if you have a question you’d like addressed in our blog, let us know.<o:p></o:p></div>
Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-35006538353062260722014-02-14T08:28:00.000-08:002014-02-14T08:28:56.026-08:00RIT Career Fair - Just Do It!<div class="MsoNormal">
You may be one of the
older attendees, you’ll have to fight the crowds and the weather, and parking
is hard to find, but should you come to the RIT Career Fair as an
alumnus/a? Absolutely! <o:p></o:p></div>
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<o:p> </o:p>Benefits of attending the Career Fair include:</div>
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or future opportunities with companies to follow up on after the fair.<o:p></o:p></div>
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initial contact, and networking to find other company contact information for
your specific field or desired job.<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Networking, networking, networking – with targeted
companies, with other companies, with other attendees; you never know who you
will meet who might be able to help your search!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Tips for a successful fair experience:<o:p></o:p></div>
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come away with a job, but try to gain information on the companies, and the
right contacts for you to follow up. <o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Prepare your 60-second commercial (elevator
speech) – your introduction that demonstrates your brand and career goals, and
emphasizes why you’re a perfect candidate for this company.<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Bring your professional (and reviewed) resume,
and other marketing materials appropriate for your field. Business
cards are a great addition; you can even jot a quick thank you note and attach
your business card and another copy of your resume, circle back around and
leave on the company’s table after you’ve talked with them – that will ensure
you’ll be remembered!<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Research the attending companies, so that you
can determine how and where you will fit in, and be able to demonstrate a
perfect fit when you approach the recruiters.<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Emphasize your skills – both those related to
the job, and also the transferable skills you’ve developed from previous work
and life experiences, even volunteer work.
For experienced alumni, remember you have a history of dedication,
commitment and maturity that a new graduate doesn’t have – you have to be
confident in your skills and abilities and the qualities you bring to a new
company.<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Send thank you notes to the contacts you meet
and follow up after the fair. <o:p></o:p></div>
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or a seeming dead end; keep to your goals and collect all the information and
contact names you can for future follow up.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Here are the specifics on our upcoming fair:<o:p></o:p></div>
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RIT Gordon Field House<o:p></o:p></div>
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only - you need to bring an alumni ID
(which you can get from the Registrar’s Office), or a resume with your RIT
degree indicated<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->All majors/fields represented – check RIT Job Zone
for a list of the 250+ companies attending<o:p></o:p></div>
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bring your calendar in case you’re scheduled for interviews<o:p></o:p></div>
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Here's a webinar that has more information on preparing for our, and other,
career and job fairs - <a href="https://connect.rit.edu/p4cbl51p2ru/"><b><span style="background: white; color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%;">https://connect.rit.edu/p4cbl51p2ru/</span></b></a>.
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So if you’re in the Rochester area, plan to attend the fair;
come with your resume, your positive attitude, your realistic goals, and your
RIT “can-do” spirit! If you can’t
attend, or if you live out of the area, you can still participate by adding
your resume to our online Alumni Resume Book in our Job Zone system. This book will be available to all attending
companies after the fair; when we offered this in the fall, we had an
enthusiastic response from recruiters, who will have more time to review alumni
resumes for a match to their needs after the event.<o:p></o:p></div>
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To participate, you must have an updated profile and an
uploaded resume in Job Zone. Here is the process for adding your resume
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documents section of Job Zone. If you haven’t accessed Job Zone in a
while, the system will prompt you to update your profile before you can
proceed.<o:p></o:p></div>
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books” under each of your documents – click this for the resume you’d like to
put into the book<o:p></o:p></div>
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Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-20472714796678280782014-01-28T12:30:00.000-08:002014-01-28T12:30:11.595-08:00Strategic Guidance: Why You Need Your Own Personal Board of Directors<div class="MsoNoSpacing">
“Mentor” is a word that most of us are familiar with, and
we understand how a mentoring relationship works and how it benefits us.
However with the changing nature of society and the workplace, the prevalence
of mentors has decreased. The world is much more face paced than it once was,
and people do not have as much time to allocate to others in a formal mentoring
role. That does not mean that
there are no resources for personal and professional guidance - you can turn to
your Personal Board of Directors for assistance. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Every company has a Board of Directors established to
keep the best interest of the company in mind and provide strategic input,
without bias. You can and should embrace this concept at an individual level to
ensure your own professional success. A Personal Board of Directors is a group
of people that are hand-selected by YOU for very specific reasons. They are
people who support your goals and who you trust to consult for honest,
insightful advice. They do not necessary know that they have the designated
title of being on your Personal Board, but they do know that you will consult
them for insights and they will be happy to oblige, because they are within
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You want to be very strategic about who you put on your
Personal Board of Directors. The members should not consist of all of your
close personal “buddies”. Consider adding your boss or respected colleague, as
someone who can give insights on your current performance and understands the
company that you are currently in. You might also consider an additional member
who lies outside of your current company, but still within your industry. This
person would be someone who is knowledgeable about the field and can provide
industry-specific insights that are not focused on you as an individual.
Alternatively, the next member might be someone who knows you very well on a
personal level and understands your thought process and how you tend to respond
to situations emotionally and ultimately reach conclusions and make decisions.
Your Personal Board can be as large or as small as you want it to be but, as
you can see, you can be very strategic with selectivity.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Once your Board is created, it is important to
communicate with each member about your goals and keep them up to date about
what is going on in your professional job search and, in some cases, your life
in general when applicable. Remain open to suggestions and thank your Board
members for their part in your efforts.<o:p></o:p></div>
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There are many benefits to developing a Personal Board of
Directors. First, it gives you the benefit of experience. You can seek
advice from people who hold positions that you aspire to attain, or have
extensive knowledge in an industry that you are pursuing. You can work smarter
to develop valuable connections with people who have a vested interest in your
success and will propel you forward. As is true with a business board of
directors, you want to diversify your team so that you can benefit from the
various perspectives and opinions that can be offered. Seeking out people with
different life and professional experiences will help you uncover and fill any
gaps that you may have in your strategic plan.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Your team of Directors is always happy to help and want
to see you succeed. I encourage you to think critically about the supporters
you have in your life and utilize them strategically to advance your
career. I don’t think you will be
disappointed with the results!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Have you developed a personal Board of Directors? How have you used them to advance your career?</div>
Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-17674825988523786272014-01-13T08:24:00.000-08:002014-01-13T08:24:18.591-08:005 Ways to Re-Energize Your Job Search in the New Year<div class="MsoNormal">
Whether you’re new to a job search or continuing along a (too-long)
journey, the new year is a chance to start fresh. You’ve likely been slogging through the job
search process 24/7, head down and eyes bleary, concentrating on sending out
your resume and making yet one more networking connection. Take
advantage of a new calendar year to do a mental reset to review and refocus
your efforts. Here are some suggestions to
help re-energize your job search.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>1) Review what’s been working – and what hasn’t. </b> Take a
breath from your frantic job search activities and do some self-reflection. Are your career goals still the same? Are they clearly reflective of your values
and skills, and articulated through all your marketing materials? Is your brand well defined and a good
representation of who you are and what sets you apart from the
competition? Then look at your search
for the past year; what activities did you focus on, and what gave you the
biggest return on investment? What
didn’t work as well? Have a critical
eye, and “clean out” what’s not working for you; for example, it may be easy to
respond to posted positions online, but if you’re not getting responses, it’s
more beneficial to focus the majority of your time and effort on other
activities, like making targeted networking contacts. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>2) Reconnect with old contacts, including your references.</b> Update them on your status and job search,
ask for referrals for informational interviews, confirm that your references
are still willing to speak on your behalf if contacted. Also follow up with any new contacts you met
over the holidays; arrange networking meetings to get better acquainted. Remember that networking is a two-way street,
so always find out how you can assist your contacts as well. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>3) Set and commit to new goals. </b>
Try something new and maybe out of the box to connect to people
(increase your network)– i.e. join a MeetUp
group (<a href="http://www.meetup.com/">www.meetup.com</a>) or professional association – and plan to
attend meetings monthly; connect with RIT alumni – through LinkedIn, your local
chapter or the Alumni Relations Tiger Locator database; volunteer for a cause
outside your normal areas of interest; ask someone to mentor you; start using a
new social media site, like Google+; be more active on LinkedIn (think
contributing your expertise, helping others and finding back-door ways to get
into targeted companies, not just randomly sending connect invites).<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>4) Do a targeted marketing plan</b>. If you already have one, review and revise it. This important tool helps you focus your job
search by summarizing your key qualities (values, core competencies and skills),
as well as your preferred job titles, work environment and targeted companies,
into a comprehensive document. See here
for more on developing a marketing plan - <a href="http://ritalumnicareerblog.blogspot.com/2013/06/re-boot-week-2-developing-targeted.html">http://ritalumnicareerblog.blogspot.com/2013/06/re-boot-week-2-developing-targeted.html</a>. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>5) Refresh yourself </b>– get a new LinkedIn profile picture and
update your status, update yourself - get a new suit, accessories, (don’t
hesitate to check out your local consignment shop for professional wear at a
bargain) or haircut, start meditating, be grateful, pay it forward at the drive
through, smile at a stranger. Activities
that make you feel good about yourself will give you new confidence.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>6) This one’s a bonus – schedule a meeting with your advisor in
our office.</b> Bring your review and ideas,
and we can help you formulate some new goals for the year ahead. We can work with you in person, through email
or by phone – just call our office at 585-475-2301 to schedule an appointment.<o:p></o:p></div>
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When you freshen up your routine, you’ll find yourself with
renewed energy and a positive attitude, and
you’ll approach your job search tasks with a renewed sense of vigor.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Let’s hear your suggestions - what have you done (or will
you now do) to put some new energy into your job search this year?<o:p></o:p></div>
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Do you have a question or topic you’d like to see addressed
in a future blog post? Email <a href="mailto:kwsoce@rit.edu">kwsoce@rit.edu</a>. <o:p></o:p></div>
Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-78802151202606779112013-07-30T06:59:00.000-07:002013-07-30T06:59:52.631-07:00Re-Boot Camp Week 8: Creating a Clear Vision and Goals<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">According to the World English Dictionary, vision is
defined as the ability or an instance of great perception, especially of future
developments. This perception is
especially necessary during a career change or a job search; a clear vision
gives you something to strive for, and allows you to move forward toward your
career goals. Vision is actually the
complement to the self-assessment work you’ve been doing to develop your brand
and clarify your values. The results of
that work shows who you are and what you have to offer – what makes you
unique. Adding a vision to the package
gives you a direction in which to take your unique skills and strengths. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">A career vision is essentially a mental image of
your future career – a picture of your ideal, fulfilling, perfect career. Once you develop your vision, you can use it
as a compass on your career search journey, keeping you on a straight line to
success.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">As with other steps along the way, developing a
clear career vision takes work, but take time with it, as it will help motivate
the rest of your search. Start the
process by reviewing your branding statement and core values; these, as you now
know, show you who you are now, and what is most important as you move forward
– what is non-negotiable in a future career.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Now comes the fun part of this process – unlimited,
creative, imaginative thinking! Most
people hold themselves back through negativity, fear, and self-imposed
restrictions, and this then limits their visions. This is your vision, so let your imagination
run wild – dream big! This is usually
difficult for most people, so here are some exercises to help generate your
creativity. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;">Your Dream Job: What would you want to do today if you had no
bills to pay, commitments or restrictions, and unlimited cash reserves?</span></li>
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</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;">What Does Your Future Look Like: Where do you see yourself in 5 years? 10?
15? </span></li>
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</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;">Career Success: What does success in your career mean to
you? Think of your future self achieving
success – what have you accomplished?</span></li>
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</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;">Your Unique Self: Back to your brand – what makes you
distinctive in your chosen field? How
can you leverage that in your career vision?
What special gifts do you have; how can you share them? </span></li>
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</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;">Your Obituary: Not something we like to think about, but this
can be a helpful activity. What would
you like your obituary to say about your career accomplishments, achievements,
the impact you made on your field, and people you helped along the way? Remember this is something only you will see,
so give yourself the credit you will deserve when you’re doing your dream job.</span></li>
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</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;">The Ideal: How do you picture your ideal career and
life? Include all elements of your
perfect life – career, location, family, hobbies, volunteer activities –
everything that will fulfill you.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Once you’ve completed your visioning exercises, put
everything together in a cohesive statement (similar to your branding
statement). Put your statement where you
can read and say it often; reinforcing the image will help you make it
happen. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Now you have bookends – your branding statement
summarizing who you are and what you have to offer, and your career vision
showing where you want to be. With
these, you can now develop a plan to get from here to there, using specific
goals and action steps. Effective goal setting
is an essential part of the career and job search process, and will keep you
moving forward. You’ve heard that goals
should be SMART – specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely; these
elements clarify exactly what is expected and ensure accomplishment of the set
goals. Here are some additional tips for
setting effective goals: prioritize your
goals, so you can focus on those that will move you forward; break your goals
into manageable tasks, so you don’t feel overwhelmed and can accomplish them
more easily; celebrate your accomplishments – this motivates you to take on
other goals.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">If you believe it, you can do it – creating a clear
vision and setting effective goals help make your career search goals a reality,
and give you the motivation and confidence to move forward in your journey. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-7727268744892585112013-07-23T05:38:00.001-07:002013-07-23T05:38:07.996-07:00Re-Boot Camp Week 7: Powerful Professional Presence and Presentation Tips<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">You’ve heard it said that you only get one chance to
make a good first impression, and this is especially true in job search
activities – networking and interviews.</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">
</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Most job searchers spend the majority of their time focusing on the nuts
and bolts of putting a resume together, applying to jobs, reaching out to
contacts for assistance.</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">It’s important
not to neglect what might be considered the “intangibles” – developing those
qualities that will make a positive first impression, and lead you to more
interviews and the job you seek.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">What I’m referring to specifically is your
professional presence, and in creating a strong and credible presence, you will
establish trust in your product – yourself – and will be able to effectively
initiate and build relationships.
Professional presence is your complete package. This includes your image; your dress, style
and attention to detail. You don’t have to
spend a fortune or wear the fashion of the moment, but should be in line with
the professional dress for your industry or field. This may mean toning down your dress if
you’re a recent graduate, or updating your wardrobe if you’ve been out of the
job seeking mode for a while. Body
language is also important; you can tell the difference between a confident
person – head held high, hand outstretched for a firm shake, smiling, leaning
forward with interest to hear what’s being said – and someone who’s unsure of
themselves – head down, shuffling feet, no eye contact. Ask people who know you how you come across
and work on building confidence with your body, if necessary. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Another key element of professional presence is your
approach; when you meet someone, are you confident in what you say and how you
say it? You’ve heard of course that you
should have an elevator speech prepared, in which you summarize your brand and
goals. Have several versions of
different lengths prepared for different situations, and practice repeatedly,
so that you incorporate the information and it doesn’t sound rehearsed. You may have a more technically detailed
speech for a professional association meeting than for a general networking
event, for example. Confidence is key to
powerful professional presence – you have to live your brand, every day in
every way. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Many situations call for polished presentation
skills, from an individual interview to a networking event, to a formal
presentation to a group. The following
helpful tips come from Donna Rawady, an experienced career coach (</span><a href="http://www.donnarawady.com/"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">http://www.donnarawady.com/</span></a><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A strong imagination may help public
speaking jitters.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">I’ve
been presenting in front of audiences, small and large, for 25 years. And
although I enjoy it, it’s not unusual for my breath to shorten and my palms to
get sweaty, in those few minutes before stepping on stage or in front of a room
full of people. I realize that for some, public speaking is much more
stressful. For others, it may be paralyzing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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those of you who either choose to present, or are in professional roles that
call for public speaking, using your imagination may help.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">In
the days prior to your presentation, try visualizing regularly, a perfect
presentation and audience response.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Imagine
that you’re completely relaxed, in control and feeling great. Visualize right
down to the details of what you’ll be wearing (which should be something you
feel great in).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">At
first, simply visualize yourself comfortably calm, and imagine your audience
approaching you afterwards to thank you for a great presentation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">While
you’re visualizing, make an effort to relax your hands and fingers. You’ll be
amazed at how this small action will help your entire body relax. (If you find
yourself tensing during your presentation, consciously relax your hands and
fingers. It may help you mentally tap into the relaxed state of mind you
experienced during your visualization.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">In
addition to conditioning your mental state, be sure to be well prepared. Once
you’ve memorized the flow of your presentation, you can incorporate the overall
flow of the presentation into your visualization.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">So
before your next presentation, give it a try—sit back, close your eyes, relax,
and imagine the best.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Emily Ellishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14339031154668505588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-56054519058403824842013-07-16T05:11:00.000-07:002013-07-16T05:11:02.051-07:00Re-Boot Camp Week 6: Gap Analysis & Execution Plan<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">A job search is a journey; you start at a certain
point, with a destination in mind, and take specific steps to reach that
destination. As with any journey, it’s
important to have a map, compass, good hiking boots, and snacks to help you
along the way. In spite of your planning
and preparation, however, unforeseen circumstances and obstacles can appear at
any point and sidetrack or derail your journey – people don’t respond to your
networking requests, your perfect resume doesn’t get you the interview, you
make it to the final round of three and are not the ultimate choice. These disappointments can make you doubt
you’re on the right path and cause your motivation to falter. At times like these, it’s good to take a step
back, see where you are and what you might need to get back on track and reach
your goal.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">First, determine whether your goals are clear, and
if they’re in line with your brand – refer back to your marketing plan. If you’re comfortable this is the case, it’s
time to determine where the gaps are – what’s preventing you from getting from
your present point to where you want to be.
This involves digging deeper than you may have been doing up to this
point.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The gap analysis process works best as an exercise,
so grab paper and pen to make a table (or get on your computer). In the first column, list your skills,
qualifications, abilities, education, training, certifications, and any other
qualities that are needed in and relate to your goal job. Then take the job descriptions of recent jobs
to which you’ve applied, and/or postings you’ve seen that would be your ideal
job. Go through each and pull out the
qualifications, skills, knowledge and requirements needed for these jobs,
including all specific industry keywords, and put these in the second
column. Cross out the common skills from
both columns; these are the areas you match the postings. What remains are gap areas, or where your
skills do not match the job descriptions.
Your next column is for specific actions to close these gaps, with the
following column indicating the expected results from these actions. The last column is for people who will be helpful
in accomplishing these results.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Closing your gaps can involve a variety of
activities; if you need more industry specific or updated technical knowledge,
you can take a class or explore online training, for example. Volunteer activities can provide experience
in a new field. Consulting or freelance
projects can supplement your skills with real world experience. Stepping up your networking efforts can
connect you with key industry contacts who can provide an entrée into a
targeted company. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">And if your analysis seems to reveal that you’re
doing everything right – the skills you have match perfectly to those in your
ideal job descriptions, or you’ve filled your gaps, and you’re still stuck, it
may be time to explore other options and develop a Plan B. Based on your priorities and the realities of
your current situation, alternatives may be necessary. This might be a “gap job,” or a job to just
make money while you’re working towards your goal job on the side, deciding to
move to a different geographic location because your chosen field is not in
demand where you are, or even rethinking your ideal job altogether because it’s
not feasible at this point. It’s ok to
go back to the drawing board, do further research, and develop a new marketing
plan to focus your skills and accomplishments in a new direction with more
viable options.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">You don’t have to take this journey alone. Our office is a resource to help with the gap
analysis and execution plan process. We’re
familiar with what it takes to succeed in your chosen field, and can work with
you to overcome the obstacles you’re facing.
<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">It’s said that a journey of a thousand miles starts
with a single step; your job search may seem like a long journey, but taken
step by step can lead to a satisfying destination.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-14392586845809080722013-07-09T05:14:00.002-07:002013-07-09T05:14:55.731-07:00Re-Boot Camp Week 5 - Expanding Your Online Presence and Connecting with RIT Alumni<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">For those who have not yet jumped into the social
media pool, or who have only dipped in their big toe (a LinkedIn profile, for
example), a job search presents the perfect opportunity – in fact almost a
compulsion – to dive into the deep end. Today’s
work environment demands a degree of social media savvy – you can keep up and
thrive, or get left behind. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Why expand your online presence? Put simply, when looking for a job, you want
people to find you – and be impressed with what they see. The image you present online is your way of
introducing yourself – your first impression to potential employers. A majority of recruiters, both corporate and
third party, use LinkedIn and other social media sites to source candidates for
open positions, so if you’re not fully utilizing these sites you’re missing out
on potential opportunities. In
addition, most companies (85-90%) check online for information on
candidates. You’ve probably heard that
you should Google yourself to see what you find; most often people think only
of negative results, such as college party pictures, or a convicted felon with
the same name as you. But having no
online presence, or an incomplete online identity, can be equally as damaging;
you’ll be perceived as dated (not good if you’re an older candidate), not
relevant to your field, or you’ll just be invisible and passed over. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">So the first step is to do an assessment of your current
online presence. You will of course want
to clean up any “digital dirt,” or inappropriate material you find. Remove pictures or comments, change privacy
settings on personal pages, and even consider using a service for assistance in
online presence management. Then it’s essential
to increase your positive search results by expanding your presence. Be sure you’re participating in the top three
social media sites – LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook. On LinkedIn, have a powerful and dynamic
profile (view the presentation Connections: Using Social Networking in your Job
Search on our </span><a href="http://www.rit.edu/emcs/oce/alumni-career-programs-and-events"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">alumni
career page</span></a><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">, for specific tips), join groups, and
connect with key people in your targeted companies/industries (like RIT alumni;
more in a bit). Set up a Facebook
account, a separate one for professional purposes if you’d like it separate
from a personal one, or use the lists feature to separate your personal and
business contacts. Connect with friends
and business colleagues, follow company pages, and showcase any projects,
part-time work, community activities or other highlights you’d like people to
see. Set up a Twitter account; follow
industry experts and companies, connect with recruiters and others in your field,
and demonstrate that you are current with the latest technology. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Whether you’re currently employed or looking for
your next challenge, it’s important to showcase your expertise and
accomplishments. There are many ways to
create an online portfolio to show your work; use LinkedIn applications to add
videos, slideshows or articles to your profile, or build your own website with
work samples, links to articles, information on awards received, and you can
even start a blog, to post commentaries on your industry or field. There are many sites to help you make a
website and profile your work, including </span><a href="http://about.me/"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">http://about.me</span></a><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">,
</span><a href="http://flavors.me/"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">http://flavors.me</span></a><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">,
</span><a href="http://www.behance.net/"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">www.behance.net</span></a><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">,
</span><a href="http://www.wordpress.com/"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">www.wordpress.com</span></a><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">,
</span><a href="http://www.weebly.com/"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">www.weebly.com</span></a><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">,
</span><a href="http://www.slideshare.net/"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">www.slideshare.net</span></a><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">,
and </span><a href="http://www.box.net/"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">www.box.net</span></a><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">In expanding your online presence, your other goal
is to find people. You want to connect
with people who can help connect you to the decision makers in your targeted
companies. Cast a wide net with this;
‘friend’ old high school and college friends on Facebook, connect with former
business colleagues on LinkedIn, and follow industry experts and professional
association members on Twitter. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">You also want to connect with RIT alumni, and there
are many ways to do this. If you’re in
an area where one exists, join and become active in an Alumni Chapter (</span><a href="https://www.rit.edu/alumni/groups/">https://www.rit.edu/alumni/groups/</a>). <span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Even if you attend a sports or
social event, you’re still able to network with other RIT alumni. The Alumni Network (</span><a href="https://www.rit.edu/alumni/alumninetwork/">https://www.rit.edu/alumni/alumninetwork/</a>)
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">through
the Tiger Locator lets you search on a number of criteria, including geographic
location, major, field, and company, for alumni to whom you can then reach out. The RIT Professional Network is a tab in Job
Zone, our online job listing system, and is a database of alumni willing to
connect with other alumni for informational interviews; you can search by
field, company or major. In Facebook,
you can search for and join groups from RIT.
LinkedIn is a great way to connect with RIT alumni. Join the alumni groups – the Official RIT
Alumni group, the unofficial group (started before the official group), the
group from your college, and our RIT Career Services group; once a group
member, you’re then free to interact with other members, some of whom may work
at your targeted companies. Of course
other groups will be helpful, and may have alumni members as well – you can
join up to 50 groups, so be sure to join a variety of industry related as well
as RIT related groups. Under the Network
tab (across the top), click alumni and you’ll see a list of RIT alumni, for the
date range you specify, as well as where they live, where they work and what
they do. You can also do an Advanced People Search,
which is helpful if you’re looking for alumni at a specific company. Once you have prospective contacts, reach out
to connect (with a personalized introductory message), or get introduced through
other connections you may have in common.
Connections may be able to help you bypass the standard application
procedure and provide a reference (or at least an introduction) to a hiring
manager. RIT alumni are very willing to assist one another, so take advantage
of your shared alma mater experience to expand your network and further your
job search efforts.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-3635107314427241562013-07-02T04:39:00.000-07:002013-07-02T04:39:23.772-07:00Re-Boot Camp Week 4: Promotion & Networking Strategies for Introverts<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Are you an introvert?</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Are you uncomfortable
in crowds, and happier in one-on-one interactions or small groups?<br />
Do you prefer more in-depth, rather than surface, relationships with people?<br />
Do you prefer to take time to reflect before you answer questions or contribute
to a conversation? Do you try to avoid
idle conversation or small talk?<br />
Do you get reenergized by being alone, and feel you need privacy?<br />
Do you tend to keep your thoughts and emotions private, often saying little?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">If you answered yes to the above questions, you’re
most likely an introvert, or have introverted tendencies. If you’re interested in doing a more in-depth
assessment of your personality type, our career counselors can provide testing
and analysis. Contact our office for
more information.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Being an introvert is often considered a
disadvantage, at least in the work world, and especially in a job search. Surely it is the outgoing, energetic person
who circles the room at a networking event, making sparkling conversation with
everyone, who has the advantage and will get the job. Having gazed with amazement at these
seemingly indefatigable bundles of energy, introverts are apt to think they
haven’t got a chance at competing, and go home to wait for the phone to ring. Introverts tend to believe that people should
recognize the quality of their work and their accomplishments at face value,
with no self -promotion. The effort
required to outreach for assistance seems overwhelming, they often don’t ask
for help with their search, and avoid networking like the plague.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The good news is it’s not necessary to change your
personality, either for your job search, or for success on the job, but you may
have to adapt your approach to successfully interact with extroverts and become
a more effective networker. Here are
some tips.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">First, recognize that introverts have many strengths
and success qualities, and advantages over more talkative networkers. Introverts are good listeners who really
focus and reflect on what’s being said, which allows them to develop solid
relationships with people (a distinct benefit in networking). <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Don’t be afraid to toot your horn; this may feel
uncomfortable for you, but it’s necessary to show everyone that you’re the best
candidate by showcasing your skills and accomplishments. Develop key talking points about yourself
that you can use for different situations – networking events, interviews,
talking with your seatmate on a plane.
Go back to your brand; this is the essence of who you are, and should be
the starting point for telling your story.
The more confident you are in your brand, the better able you’ll be to
negotiate networking situations.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Try to network one-on-one, where you may feel more
comfortable. Prepare, so you feel more
in control; set the goals for what you want to accomplish, conduct research on
the person you’re meeting with (LinkedIn is good for this), and their company,
have a script or questions outlined, and remember you’re there to collect
information – this is where introverts shine!
As networking is a two-way
street, look for ways you can help people in addition to them helping you; you
may feel more comfortable in this role.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Create a networking plan that is structured, with
specific activities, goals, and a timeline.
Don’t schedule too many networking activities for one day. Network when your energy is highest if
possible. Build in rewards for completed
tasks, and always take time to renew your energy.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">At networking events, have realistic expectations;
you don’t have to collect business cards from everyone in the room, and ask all
of them if they know of any jobs for you.
The purpose of networking is to develop mutually beneficial
relationships based on shared interests.
Set a specific goal for each event, i.e. talking to three people, with
whom you’ll follow up after the event (using the one-on-one strategy above). Some
amount of small talk is inevitable, so prepare with conversation openers. Know the event – its purpose, the type of
people who may be there. Take a support
person; even if you don’t stay together during the event you’ll feel better
knowing someone is there who has your back.
Get the lay of the land before approaching anyone and plan your approach;
you may want to join a small group, or look for someone who’s standing
alone. Set a departure time in advance;
if you end up staying later, that’s fine, but at least you’ve given yourself
permission to not stay until the very end.
Give yourself kudos afterward, for pushing yourself beyond your comfort
zone to do something to move your job search forward. Then take time to renew your energy -
probably by yourself in a room with no other stimuli!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Like any new talent or skill, it takes practice to become
an effective networker. By working with
your strengths as an introvert, and having confidence in yourself as a
candidate, you’ll start to reap the benefits of networking, and that will give
you the encouragement you need to continue!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-3907321813125261872013-06-25T05:47:00.003-07:002013-06-25T05:47:46.501-07:00Re-Boot Week 3: Comprehensive Company Research<div class="MsoNoSpacing">
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Eighty
percent of available jobs are never advertised, and over half of all employees
get their jobs through networking, according to BH Careers International.
Therefore, the people you know are some of the most effective resources for
your job search. The network of people that you know and the people that they
know can lead to information about specific job openings that are not publicly
posted. You must carry out an active, as opposed to a passive, job search. It
is not enough to respond to leads from want ads or employment agencies.
Carrying out an active search allows you to control the job search process and
opens up many more job opportunities. You will be much better armed for success
if you start your search with comprehensive company research.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Find out as much
as you can about each of your target companies. The information you will need
includes answers to the following:<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="line-height: 14.25pt;">What are the
company's products or services?</span></div>
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<o:p></o:p></div>
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What is the
company's status in the industry? Is the company large or small, growing or
downsizing?<o:p></o:p></div>
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Who are the
company’s competitors?<o:p></o:p></div>
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What can you
learn about the job you want (the job duties, salary, benefits, work
environment)?<o:p></o:p></div>
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What is the
public image of the firm and what type of person "fits in?"<o:p></o:p></div>
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What are some of
the firm's current problems?<o:p></o:p></div>
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Which people have
the power to hire you?<o:p></o:p></div>
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What is the
company culture?<o:p></o:p></div>
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Where do I fit
in; what departments can best use my skills, knowledge and expertise?<o:p></o:p></div>
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There are a
number of ways that you can obtain answers to these questions:<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; padding: 0in;">Directories
and publications.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> Some examples are:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; padding: 0in;">The
Career Guide - Dun's Employment Opportunities Directory</span></i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; padding: 0in;">The
Vault Reports</span></i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> - provides information about
companies and what their employees think of these companies<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">GlassDoor – </span></i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">provides information on companies and employee insights<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">CareerSearch – </span></i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">resource available through RIT Job Zone, provides
comprehensive company information by industry and geographic location<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Hoovers</span></i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> – in-depth company information, including financials<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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business periodicals, trade and professional journals.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; padding: 0in;">LinkedIn. </span></b><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; padding: 0in;">LinkedIn has a wealth of information to help you
research companies. Use the Company tab
to get direct information on a company.
Use the industry directory to browse companies by industry (</span><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/companyDir?industries=">http://www.linkedin.com/companyDir?industries=</a>). <span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Do an Advanced People search to find RIT alumni in
your targeted companies; connect with them and conduct informational
interviews.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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companies themselves.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> Call the human resources or
public relations department of the firm. Get brochures, an annual report,
descriptions of relevant jobs and anything else that describes the company.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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interview.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> Meet with someone from the firm
to get more detailed information about the company itself and possibly a job
lead.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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and trade associations</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">. Most
industries have their own trade associations. These associations may hold
regular meetings and publish periodicals, both of which are good sources of
inside information about member companies.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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with this knowledge, you’re now ready to take the next step in your job search
journey; reaching out to the contacts who can help you connect with the hiring
managers in your targeted departments!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Emily Ellishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14339031154668505588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-78766986159755891552013-06-18T05:52:00.003-07:002013-06-18T05:52:56.684-07:00Re-Boot Week 2: Developing a Targeted Marketing Plan<div class="MsoNoSpacing">
<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;">Last
week we discussed the creation of your personal brand. Based on that
self-analysis and value development, I hope you were able to gain some greater
insights about your professional career path and goals. Ideally, at this point
you have defined your niche and are ready to implement a strategy. The first
step in this process is to develop a marketing plan that will effectively reach
your target audience: Your Future Employer.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Your
personal marketing plan is a very important tool in your job search. It brings
focus and direction to your job search and allows you to spend your time
actually moving toward your goals instead of wasting time trying to figure out
what to do next. It provides direction for your job search and guides
networking contacts to provide the appropriate type of help that you need. Your
personal marketing plan should contain the following:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Your Preferred
Job Titles. </span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">You
will want to have a large list of job titles to account for all of the different
ways that companies label what it is that you want to do. Resources like O-Net
can help you construct your list. It’s
also helpful to search on LinkedIn; use the keyword search for words that are
in your brand/field/niche, and check out the profiles of others who do the
activities you want to do, for ideas of job titles.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Value
Proposition Statement. </span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">This is simply defined as who you are, what you have
to offer and what audience you serve. It can be shortened version of your
professional profile statement (branding statement) or your elevator pitch.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Core
Competencies/Work History Summary. </span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">This is a brief summary, highlighting
your skills, experiences and key accomplishments that make you unique and
valuable to an employer. This needs to be very specific and relevant.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Market
Preferences. </span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">What
industry do you want to work in? What size company fits your best? What
geographic location would you be willing to work in? Answering these questions
will further define and clarify your options. These are the factors and
criteria that you will use to develop your target list of employers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">List of Targeted
Companies. </span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">This
should be a comprehensive list of companies that you have identified that match
your professional goals, values and style. It is a list of organizations that
you will target your networking efforts towards. You will focus your efforts on
cultivating and developing relationships within these companies.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Once
you have created your personal marketing plan, it is important to take a
proactive approach in implementing your strategy and delivering your brand. (Next
week we’ll discuss comprehensive company research, including finding the right
people within your targeted companies to contact.) Reaching out proactively will give you the
opportunity to get in front of more hiring managers. Keep in mind that
companies prefer to hire candidates that are referred, and many of the best
jobs never get advertised. Your personal marketing plan has to be very well
crafted and thought out to stand out from the competition. Your weekly email includes a sample of a
marketing plan to help you get started. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
Emily Ellishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14339031154668505588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-76008409013264482532013-06-11T05:49:00.002-07:002013-06-11T05:49:24.095-07:00Re-Boot Week 1: Personal Brand and Value Development for Effective Self-marketing<div class="MsoNoSpacing">
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Building
a personal brand is important for almost everyone today. It’s especially important for those searching
for a new or different job. Everyone has a personal brand already. It is what
you are known for; the image that comes to mind when your friends, family,
peers, colleagues and supervisors hear your name. The key is to effectively and
deliberately develop your brand to accurately reflect your professional values
and goals. There are a few steps and tips to consider along the way:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Identify Your
Values.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">
Your values help define you and make up the core of who you are. If you have
not defined your core values, you could very well be wasting valuable time and
energy pursuing opportunities that are not a good match for you and will
ultimately leave you feeling dissatisfied and unhappy. Dissatisfaction can be
your sub-conscience telling you that you are not paying enough attention to who
you really are. There are a number of assessment tools that can be useful in
defining your values. (Reflective Journaling can also be a great way to break
down what drives you.)<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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</span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Assess Your
Value-Added Skills and Qualities. </span></b><span style="background: white; color: #111111; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">What
qualities do you have that help you do your job better than anyone else? How
have you been remembered by employers in the past? What do you have to offer
those that you are connected to in your network? What are the three things you
want someone to remember about you when they first meet you? Make sure your
answers are consistent. Getting some outside perspectives can help you answer
these questions. Ask for or review LinkedIn recommendations and endorsements to
identify consistent trends.</span><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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</span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Craft Your
Brand. </span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">At
this stage, you should have a pretty good idea of who you are as a person and
as a professional. You have identified the primary product that you are selling
(your services, resources, competencies, etc.). The goal now is to boil down
everything you have just learned or identified about yourself and present it in
a clear, succinct manner, incorporating your core values and your passions. You
should develop a personal brand statement that will serve as the baseline for
all of your marketing materials and channels. Be sure to use keywords and be
relevant.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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Career and Academic Counselor in the field of Higher Education. Provides
customized experiences for students and alumni, through utilization of superb
customer service and relationship building capabilities. Works tirelessly to
build effective partnerships with students, colleagues and the community to
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Create a vision for where you want to go
in your career and be sure that it is effectively communicated in your brand. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></b><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Monitor and
Modify. </span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Monitor
your success. Are you achieving results? Obtain feedback and get the opinions
of outsiders to determine if you are sending the appropriate message that you <i>THINK </i>you are sending. If you are not
hearing back from the companies you are targeting, or your actual message is
different than your intended message, then it is time to take corrective action
and try again.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Be
very honest with yourself in developing your personal brand, and take the
necessary time to do it effectively. Unquestionably, who we are and the
attitudes we have affect where we end up in life. Our personal and career
success are directly affected by the presence or absence of qualities such as
honesty, loyalty, leadership, intelligence and persistence. For career fulfillment,
the connection between character and destiny is clear: the more closely your
career destiny aligns with your character and personal values, the more
fulfillment you will find.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Share
your comments; was developing your brand an easy process? Do you feel confident that your branding
statement best reflects your values, goals and strengths? How will you use this information going
forward in your search?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Emily Ellishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14339031154668505588noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-9561501633595336662012-08-20T06:12:00.000-07:002012-08-20T06:12:10.253-07:00Moving Forward
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Our virtual job club blog ends this week, but for some of
you, the job search continues.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We’d like
to end this series with some final suggestions to help in your job search
efforts, and an invitation to take advantage of our other resources and
services for job seekers.</div>
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Top Tips to Maximize your Job Search:</div>
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</span></span></span>Organize your search.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Treat your job search as a project that you
have to plan and manage; break it into manageable tasks or action items.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Make sure your goals are SMART – specific,
measurable, attainable, realistic and timely.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Evaluate your progress regularly; determine what’s not working, and why,
and then change your action plan to change your outcome.</div>
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</span></span></span>Brand yourself.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Determine your personal brand – what sets you apart from your
competition – by assessing your skills, values, strengths, and weaknesses.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Once you know your brand, use it consistently
throughout all aspects of your search – marketing materials, social media,
interviews.</div>
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</span></span></span>Make sure all your marketing materials and
skills are complete, and the best they can be.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Target your resumes to each company, develop cover letters that match
your qualifications to the job, have appropriate supporting materials
(portfolio, samples), develop a marketing plan to further target your search,
have a powerful elevator speech, and polish your interview skills by doing a
mock interview.</div>
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</span></span></span>Be a proactive – not a passive – job
seeker.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Don’t just answer want ads,
apply to online postings and jobs on company websites, and leave repeated voice
messages.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Actively search out hidden
jobs, network to gain contacts, target companies that match your skills, target
decision makers, and conduct informational interviews. </div>
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</span></span></span>Manage your references – they can make or break
your job search.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Keep your references
current, and acquire a wide range – about 10 – who can speak to various aspects
of your qualifications; you can then choose the most appropriate for each
job.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Make sure you ask if they’re
willing to provide a positive reference for you, and update them on your status
and new skills.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Let them know when they
might be contacted, and by whom.</div>
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</span></span></span>Follow up appropriately.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Call or email after sending your resume to
further promote yourself, send thank you notes after all interviews – including
informational interviews, and call or email after interviews, if you haven’t
heard by the date specified.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Also keep
in touch with informational interview contacts – let them know you’ve done what
they’ve suggested, and see how you can help them.</div>
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</span></span></span>Always present yourself in a positive way; have
a good attitude with no negativity towards your situation or former
employer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Be enthusiastic, confident and
prepared, and indicate your eagerness to learn and grow.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Keep your skills current, acquiring education
or training as needed, and be ready to address questions of overqualification
or age.</div>
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</span></span></span>Get noticed!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Have a strong social media profile, with relevant key words, so you can
be found by recruiters.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Demonstrate your
expertise through a blog, LinkedIn/Twitter discussions, and professional
association articles.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Participate
actively in LinkedIn group discussions, and take leadership roles in
professional associations and volunteer organizations.</div>
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</span></span></span>Work with a recruiter.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Many jobs are posted only through third party
recruiters, so this should be a resource in your search.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There are recruiters for each industry and
field; you can find them through LinkedIn and online directories.</div>
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</span></span></span>Use LinkedIn fully; have a complete and dynamic
profile, request recommendations, participate in groups, apply to posted jobs,
and use your contacts to connect with key people at your targeted
companies.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">11.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span>Use other social media sites in your search,
such as Twitter, Facebook, and Google +.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>All these allow you to make contacts through networking, demonstrate
your expertise, and find posted jobs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>See our narrated presentation on Connections (on the alumni programs
page) for more specifics on using social media in your job search.</div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">12.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span>Access the hidden job market – this is the most
important step in a job search, as the vast majority of jobs are found through
networking.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Create targeted lists of
companies, research them and find contacts.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Use the RIT Alumni Online Community Tiger Locator and the Professional
Network on Job Zone to find alumni as resources to find key contacts.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>CareerSearch (on Job Zone) and professional associations
are other helpful resources.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Once you
find contacts, connect with them – conduct networking or informational
interviews to build relationships that can lead to jobs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is often time consuming, but with
persistence can lead to positive results.</div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">13.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span>Use our office; our website has many resources
for your job search, there is an advisor who can help with your search strategy
and specific resources for your industry/field, you’re welcome to attend our
Career Fairs, and our Professional Network can help with contacts.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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We will have a full slate of
programs starting in September, for RIT alumni job seekers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>From our monthly Job Club, to success skills
workshops and career transition group programs, to webinars, we’re here to help
you succeed in your career goals.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Let us
know how we can help!</div>
Kris Stehlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13243520010012362817noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3934842997245842733.post-16404874100047363512012-08-13T06:16:00.000-07:002012-08-13T06:16:10.795-07:00Working with Third Party Agents--An Inside Look
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Working with a third party agent in your job search can
be a very vital strategy if you understand the world of third party recruiting.
It is a great opportunity to get your resume circulated to many different
people with little effort on your part, and gain visibility for positions that
may never get advertised. I recently sat down with Sarah Burke in our Co-op and
Career Services Office here at RIT to discuss the nature of this type of
recruiting. Sarah worked in the Staffing and Recruiting Industry for over 20
years before joining RIT’s Co-op and Career Services Office, and offers some
great insights.</div>
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There are a variety of different agencies that a job
seeker might work with in executing their search for employment. These include,
but are not limited to, Temp Agencies, Staffing Firms and Head Hunters. Sarah
started off with two very important pieces of information: </div>
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</span></span></span>The search firm exists to help client companies
find employees, NOT to help people find jobs. That is just a resulting outcome.</div>
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</span></span></span>An employee candidate should NEVER pay a fee for
working with a Search Agent. The client company ALWAYS pays the fee, which is a
percentage of the employee’s salary.</div>
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Sarah points out many advantages to working with a third
party agent. Working with an agent allows you to be in more places at once and
gains you additional exposure to unadvertised positions that you wouldn’t be
considered for otherwise. Some companies only hire through third party
recruiters, so that is the only way to get your foot in the door. Building a
strong relationship with recruiting agents also keeps you well-informed on
industry trends and keeps you connected within your industry. You should
establish those relationships well in advance of needing them so that you have
a well established reputation and have developed rapport with the recruiter.
The recruiter will be more inclined to refer you to their client if they
respect you.</div>
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From the perspective of a former third party recruiter,
there are a few things that you need to keep in mind:</div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">1.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span>Don’t
spread yourself too thin. Develop relationships with 3-4 firms.</div>
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one person at each firm as your main point of contact and develop rapport with
him/her. Keep in touch with that person. Follow up, and if a job is not a good
fit for you enlighten the recruiter as to why and possibly recommend a friend
or reputable alternative candidate for the recruiter to contact if applicable.</div>
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sure your resume is tailored to the type of work the firm does. Identify which
firms typically recruit for people within the industry that you are looking to
work in, and partner with them.</div>
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to avoid the overuse of acronyms, especially if they are company specific.</div>
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staying local is your goal, don’t overlook contract positions. They could be
your foot in the door to a company or industry that you are trying to get into.</div>
Emily Ellishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14339031154668505588noreply@blogger.com0