Loyola Alumni Learning Conversation:
Online Career Management Resources
Presented to alumni of Loyola University by
Anita Jenke, Executive Director
Career Transitions Center of Chicago
Thursday, November 14, 2013
Introduction
Career Transitions Center of Chicago
– Job/career coaching, programs for mid-career professionals
• 300 programs each year
• Over 6,000 professionals served since 1997
– 50+ job and career coaches is our greatest asset
– Virtual Services online program
Anita Jenke, Executive Director
• CTC Alumnus, 4+ years CTC Job Coach
• Board Member, Chicago Jobs Council serving greater
Chicago area
Loyola University Chicago sponsors the work of CTC
Today’s Content:
How does use of the Internet serve my search/advancement?
How do I find job opportunities?
How do I use it to research/prepare for
conversations/interviews?
How do I use it to become more visible and top-of-mind for
opportunities I seek?
What are your objectives for this workshop?
Job search and career management require that you
develop and implement a winning strategy for
your most important asset …
YOU!
People can be divided into three groups:
those who make things happen,
those who watch things happen,
and those who wonder what happened.
– Woody Allen
How do you pursue opportunity?
The Reality of Job Search
75% of job seekers rely on job postings to find work,
but only 25% of jobs are filled by online applicants.
How Opportunities Are Found…
Source of New Jobs
Networking
Internet Job Board
Agency/Search firm
Direct Approach
Online Network (2010)
Advertisement
Other
2010
41%
25%
11%
8%
4%
2%
10%
2009
45%
19%
9%
8%
na
7%
12%
2008
41%
19%
11%
8%
na
7%
14%
Source: Right Management, 2011
What do you research?
Your Research
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Learn about fields of interests
Keep up/try to anticipate trends
Explore positions
Identify/target organizations or employers
Find people
Internet Resources and Best Practices
• Top Job Sites
• Search Engine Sites
• Sites for Salary/Compensation
• Networking Sites
The O*NET program
Primary source of occupational information in U.S.
O*NET database, contains information on hundreds of occupation-specific
descriptors. The database, which is available to the public at no cost, is continually
updated by surveying a broad range of workers from each occupation. Information
from this database forms the heart of O*NET OnLine, an interactive application for
exploring and searching occupations. The database also provides the basis for the
Career Exploration Tools, assessment instruments for those looking to find or
change careers.
www.onetonline.org
Other Government/Employment Related Sites
http://www.bls.gov/audience/jobseekers.htm
www.usajobs.gov
http://workreimagined.aarp.org/
Top Search Engines and Job Sites
www.indeed.com
www.simplyhired.com
www.npo.net
www.theladders.com
Resources for Salary/Compensation Info
www.payscale.com
www.glassdoor.com/index.htm
Networking Sites
Loyola University Chicago Alumni
LUC.edu/alumni
Loyola University Chicago Law Alumni
LUC.edu/law/alumni
John Felice Rome Center Alumni
LUC.edu/jfrcalumni
Stritch School of Medicine Alumni
stritch.edu/alumni
Networking Sites
www.linkedin.com
www.facebook.com
https://twitter.com
Social Media and Job Search
Tips for using
• Get the word out. Tell your network that you’re looking for a
new position.
• Get LinkedIn recommendations from your colleagues.
• Find out where people with your backgrounds are working.
• Build your network before you need it.
Social Media and Job Search
Tips for using
• If you decide to use Facebook for professional networking,
take a close look at your Profile and decide what you want
business contacts or prospective employers to see.
• Post content relevant to your job search or career.
• Choose your Friends wisely. Remember your Friends can see
information about your other friends in your Profile.
Social Media and Job Search
Tips for using
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Set up a Professional Account
Link Twitter and LinkedIn – one post for both
Include Bio and Resume
Follow Others
Check Out Other Twitter Jobs Websites
Exploring Job/Career Options
Career/Job
Interest
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3.
3-5 Key Skills/
Competencies
Required
Your Distinction?
Why Are You Interested?
Research
Networking Tips
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You don’t have to be an extrovert to be highly successful.
In today’s job market, networking is how professionals - about 90% - find jobs.
Networking is a consistent practice requiring openness, initiative, persistence and
follow through, along with gratitude and reciprocation.
Establish relationships – look to how you be both find mutual benefit from the
connection.
Use conversations and connections as learning opportunities - Informational
Interviewing is your chance to learn about an industry, field, organization and/or
position – and tap into the “hidden job market.”
Expand Your Network
Acquaintances
Allies/Colleagues
Friends
Inner
Circle
Creating Career Opportunity
Create a
message
Learn &
Refine
your
message
Market
your offer
Recognize it’s a process
THANK YOU!
Career Transitions Center of Chicago (CTC) offers
job/career coaching, programs and resources for
professionals navigating job search and seeking ongoing
career success.
- 50 job and career coaches
- Over 200 programs each year
- Virtual career management services
- Information at www.ctcchicago.org
- Anita Jenke, Executive Director
Loyola University Chicago sponsors the work of CTC.