science students, ladha, april 13
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How to use new generation tools to land a job!TRANSCRIPT
New generation toolsto land your dream job
Delivered by:Alex Monegro & Boris Remes
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1Whylisten?
Boris Remes
• Business Development Assistant, Sauder Business Career Centre
• Country of origin: Kazakhstan• Marketing specialist• President, International Student Association
of Sauder• President, Enterprize Canada
Alex Monegro
• TA, Professional Development Course, Sauder School of Business– Student review
• Country of origin: Dominican Republic• Human Resources specialist• Extensive public speaking experience• VP External, Commerce Undergrad Society
Recruiting firms: We love LinkedIn
Employer survey:20% of recruiters
The ‘hidden’ job market:
80%
It’s a brave new world
The bottom line
2Getting your message out
Where can I work?
• Study permit: on campus• Work permit: anywhere
in Canada
Its easier on campus
• AMS Website• Job postings around buildings• Work Learn UBC• UBC Careers• Faculty advisory services• Your teachers!
Aggregators make your life easier
• Indeed.ca• Eluta.ca• Simplyhired.ca• Talentegg.ca• Angus One• Craigslist
New Tools Hidden Job Market
What does it look like?
So how do I make a good profile?
1Have a professional
picture
So how do I make a good profile?
2Make sure you include your experiences
So how do I make a good profile?
3Optimize for the opportunity
you want
So how do I make a good profile?
4Get recommended!
“Not enough superlatives can describe the brilliance of Alex Monegro. I have had the privilege of working with Alex in several group projects and witnessing his uncanny ability to get to the bottom of what's working and what's not. Alex is truly a gifted communicator and polished in every respect.”
-Paul Sohn, Fellow Student
Lessons from a networking student
• Always ask for referrals and introductions• Always follow up
How do you make it work?
Research Practice Persistence Success
3Standingout
First impressions count!
3seconds
“…Seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.”
– Matthew 7:7-8
Confidence Dress Body Language
Great First Impression
Culture impacts communication
Power distance
Perceived confidence
Dress to impress
Know your audience
Your posture impacts you and the interviewer
How you feel
Impression of you
What we want to leave you with
• Online is the future• Know your resources• Get introduced• Make a good impression• Create a strong network
Where we can help
PR Package
Introspection
Opportunity
Experience
Questions?
w. http://www.istudentcareer.comfb. iStudent Career Coachinge. [email protected] (temp)