Norman AmundsonUniversity of British Columbia

amundson@interchange.ubc.ca

Integrates an agenda with a learner appreciation model

Length of time – 2 days, 3 weeks, 6 weeks

Focus on Self Reflection and Assessment

Welcoming – introductions

Expectations

Norms – guidelines for behavior

Roadmap – employability dimensions (readiness, exploration, skill training, job search, maintenance, growth)

Emotional Reactions – use the emotional roller coaster to locate and discuss emotions

In-depth exploration of success stories (Pattern Identification Exercise, Circle of Strength)

The Wheel

Qualitative – eg. Individual Style Survey; use portfolio approach to gather information; highlight importance of planned happenstance

Quantitative – eg. MBTI, Strong Interest Inventory

Current metaphors

Changing metaphors

Exploring the Labour Market

Being aware of how market is changing (growing and contracting)

Using internet and local sources for information

Expanding labour market information through interviews with people working in the field

Moving towards alternative possibilities

Pulling it all together

Miracle Question

Positive Uncertainty (Plan B)

Informal (intuitive) Formal (rational)

If I am going to meet my goals then I need to ……………

Job Search

Working together – support Prepare the resume (may be more

than one form) and cover letter / coaching

Interview practice Practicing Cold Calls

Follow-Up Staying in touch Mentorship

Norman Amundson• amundson@interchange.ubc.ca