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Welcome to Job Seekers
3/16/2016
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Job Seekers Ministry
Anatomy of a Job Search
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What does a Successful Job Search look like?
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What will I need for my job search?
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The Answer is: ALL of the above, and then some
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A Resume
A Web Search Engine
A Cover Letter
An Interview
A Thank You Letter
A Negotiation
A Portfolio
Prayer
Finding a job requires a system approach
A system approach – similar to a project with a plan
Looking for employment can be described as a job search
project a step by step strategy
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JOB SEARCH STRATEGY
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The first step is to clearly define your objectives
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The most common job seeking techniques are:
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What do you want to do? Short-term and Long-term goals
Relying on personal contacts or networking
Help wanted advertisement – online or newspapers
Using employment services
Contacting employers directly
Setting up your schedule is critical to your success
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Have a realistic time frame per day dedicated to your job
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Have a plan so you can track your progress
Do not be “hit-or-miss” , rather be consistent
• Stick to it – job searching takes a daily effort
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Job hunting is tough work
Challenging spiritually, physically, emotionally and
intellectually
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The Direct Contact Method
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Make a list of companies you would like to work with
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Match your skills with those companies you listed
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Make a company and position specific resume
Maintain a folder for each company
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Find out who they are and what they represent
Prepare a resume to match those companies needs
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Compare and map the company needs to your skills
Research the companies you are best suited for
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Where your interests, strengths or experience fit
Take time to be organized. It will make you more effective
Don’t take short cuts
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Do more than you think you should
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Job Seekers Ministry
… do all as unto the Lord
Colossians 3:17-23
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