Sharpen your networking and interview skills 60 …...9 Elevator Pitch Overview NETWORKING AS PART...
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Sharpen Your
Networking and
Interview Skills
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Introduce Yourself
My name is __________________.
One word that describes how I feel about
networking & interviewing is ___________.
INTRODUCTION
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60-Minute OverviewINTRODUCTION
In this session, you will learn about:
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MaterialsINTRODUCTION
At your seat, you should find:
Resources & Notes Handout
Pen
Participant Survey
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Power Pose ActivityINTRODUCTION
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Networking OverviewNETWORKING AS PART OF YOUR JOB SEARCH
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Pop Quiz QuestionNETWORKING AS PART OF YOUR JOB SEARCH
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Pop Quiz AnswerNETWORKING AS PART OF YOUR JOB SEARCH
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Elevator Pitch OverviewNETWORKING AS PART OF YOUR JOB SEARCH
An elevator pitch is a short introduction
(usually about 30-60 seconds) that highlights
what makes you unique
It also can demonstrate the value you can
bring to a company or organization
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Your Personal Elevator PitchNETWORKING AS PART OF YOUR JOB SEARCH
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Draft Your PitchNETWORKING AS PART OF YOUR JOB SEARCH
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Practice Your PitchNETWORKING AS PART OF YOUR JOB SEARCH
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Networking in Three Steps
Identify who you know in your
personal network
Reach out to these people individually
Share that you’re looking for job
opportunities & get their suggestions
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The InterviewPUTTING YOUR BEST SELF FORWARD
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Bring Your Best SelfPUTTING YOUR BEST SELF FORWARD
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Interview TipsPUTTING YOUR BEST SELF FORWARD
Choose a professional outfit that is currently
in style
Practice walking, sitting & leaning forward in
your interview outfit
Maintain good eye contact & smile
DO:
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Interview TipsPUTTING YOUR BEST SELF FORWARD
Wear an outfit that you’re not confident or
comfortable in
Lean back in your chair & cross your arms
DON’T:
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The HandshakePUTTING YOUR BEST SELF FORWARD
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Interview PrepPUTTING YOUR BEST SELF FORWARD
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PUTTING YOUR BEST SELF FORWARD
“Tell me about yourself.”
“Why are you looking for a
job?”
“You haven’t worked for a
long time. Why not?”
“What are you looking for?”
“Aren’t you overqualified for this position?”
Tough Interview Questions
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Skills to EmphasizePUTTING YOUR BEST SELF FORWARD
Try to emphasize these types of skills:
Critical thinking/problem solving
Professionalism & work ethic
Lifelong learning & self-direction
Remaining calm under pressure
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Questions for the InterviewerPUTTING YOUR BEST SELF FORWARD
Prepare questions in advance
Ask questions that generate a discussion
Never ask about salary in the first interview
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What Employers ValueCONCLUSION
"Our mature workers usually enter the company
understanding organizational values, ethical conduct
guidelines, and broad-based common-sense thinking. They
have been around the block a few times, learned from
mistakes younger workers still have to make, and
understand how and why companies make profit. They
provide stability, experience, and longevity to their
positions, even well past retirement age.”
- Michael, Communications Director at ID Plans
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ResourcesCONCLUSION
aarp.org/SharpenYourSkills aarp.org/Jobs
AARP Learn@50+ AARP Job Board
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SurveyCONCLUSION
We welcome your
feedback on our session.
Please complete
the survey!
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Thank You for
Joining Us!