Loyola Alumni Learning Conversation: Online Career Management Resources

Presented to alumni of Loyola University by

Anita Jenke, Executive DirectorCareer Transitions Center of Chicago

Thursday, November 14, 2013

IntroductionCareer 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!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?

75% of job seekers rely on job postings to find work,

but only 25% of jobs are filled by online applicants.

The Reality of Job Search

How Opportunities Are Found…

Source of New Jobs 2010 2009 2008Networking 41% 45% 41%Internet Job Board 25% 19% 19%Agency/Search firm 11% 9% 11%Direct Approach 8% 8% 8%Online Network (2010) 4% na naAdvertisement 2% 7% 7%Other 10% 12% 14%

Source: Right Management, 2011

What do you research?

Your Research

• Learn about fields of interests• Keep up/try to anticipate trends• Explore positions• Identify/target organizations or employers• Find people

• Top Job Sites• Search Engine Sites• Sites for Salary/Compensation• Networking Sites

Internet Resources and Best Practices

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 AlumniLUC.edu/alumni

Loyola University Chicago Law AlumniLUC.edu/law/alumni

John Felice Rome Center AlumniLUC.edu/jfrcalumni

Stritch School of Medicine Alumnistritch.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

• 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

Career/JobInterest

3-5 Key Skills/Competencies

Required

Your Distinction?Why Are You Interested? Research

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Exploring Job/Career Options

Networking Tips

• 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

Recognize it’s a processRecognize it’s a process

Creating Career Opportunity

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.

THANK YOU!THANK YOU!