exploring your job options
DESCRIPTION
This workshop walks you through an effective 4-step process that helps you evaluate yourself, your options, your best matches, and develop an action plan to secure jobs that best match the "real you." You'll also learn about other helpful workshops and resources that tie into this process.TRANSCRIPT
EXPLORING YOUR JOB OPTIONS
AGENDAPersonal Mission Statement
Career Action Plan
Setting Goals
4 Steps to Success
Helpful Websites
Closing Remarks/Q&A
What is YOUR Personal Mission A personal mission statement:
Life direction and destination
Defines the steps to take
Reminder of goals, beliefs & values
Internal compass to keep stayed course
Career Action Plan
Looks at where you are
Where you want to go
What you must do to get there
OBJECTIVES:
• Desired job
• What is important to you in a career
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
• Best / Favorite skills
• Accomplishments
• How you get results
Action plans include
Tips for successful job
changes Identify job target and industry
Research, research, research
Set your priorities
Update your job search skills
Create a clear action plan
Keep records
4-Step Process Step 1: Self
Step 2: Options
Step 3: Match
Step 4: Action
Self-Assessment / Evaluation
EDUCATION
TRAINING
PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
SKILLS
EXPERIENCE
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
INTERESTS
VALUES
PERSONALITY GOALS
DREAMS
ASPIRATIONS
QUALIFICATIONS
EXPLORATION
Labor Market Information (LMI)
Industries
Training Options
Local Companies
Determine what matches you best
Achieve personal, financial & career goals
Research Career Fields
Salary Requirements
o Calculate living expenses
o Explore job options that meet living costs
o Salary Negotiation
o Personal Commercial
o California Reality Check
o Begin process of elimination
o Confirm labor market demand
o Narrow your options
o Explore related alternatives “just in case”
o Consider short term and long term goals
o Settle on ONE, perhaps TWO at most
BEST OPTIONS
STEPPING INTO SUCCESS Build a “raw list” of employers
Convert “raw list” to “hot list” Effective job search strategies include:
NetworkingDirect employer contactCold CallingKnocking on employer’s door
Use your planner Keep track of activities
Volunteering Builds strong relationships
Great for networking
Keeps skills fresh
Develops new skills
Creates positive references
Fills gaps in work history
Can lead to job offers
Today’s Required Skills Communication Skills
Team Attitude and Behaviors
Initiative & Motivation
Diversity Awareness & Acceptance
Computer Literacy
Customer Service Orientation
Problem Solving Abilities
Choosing a School or Training Reasons to consider vocational training
Job type not in demandCan’t find job with existing skillsWant to change job or industrySeeking a more promising career
Risks to avoidHigh costPrograms inadequateNot connected to employers
If You Opt for Vocational Training: Visit facility and talk to key staff
Review training materials
Ask about job placement rates
Conduct independent research on school
Get references for employers and graduates
Confirm that training is current and relevant
Check other training options
Want to learn more?
To learn more, attend the next
“Exploring Your Job Options”
workshop happening at the nearest San Diego Metro Region Career Center to you!
Click on the LINK below to find out by attending the workshop!
Workshop Calendar
Metro Career Center 3910 University Ave., Ste. 300, San Diego, CA 92105 (619) 516-2200
South Metro Career Center 4389 Imperial Ave., San Diego, CA 92113 (619) 266-4200
Central Library B of A/Merrill Lynch Workforce Development Ctr 330 Park Blvd, 5th Floor San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 231-4289
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