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SpouseEducationandCareerOpportunitiesBreakingDowntheJobSearchMarch27,2019at2p.m.EDT
Presenter:Trinka Polite, SECO Career Coach
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Today’s Webinar Agenda
BreakingDowntheJobSearch
• Introduction• Preparing for Your Job
Search• During Your Job Search• Staying Motivated• Next Steps• Questions?
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A Few Important Facts
BreakingDowntheJobSearch
• Active initiatives are in place tosupport military spouse employmentsuch as the Military SpouseEmployment Partnership Job Searchtool and Hiring Our Heroes.
• All SECO career coaches havemaster’s degrees and are nationallycertified.
• More than 131,000 military spouseshave been hired through MSEP.
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Step One
PreparingforYourJobSearch
Select occupation or industry of interest
Staying in the same career field
Changing careers
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Find Your Career Match
PreparingforYourJobSearch:ChangingCareers
• Review work historyand education
• Identify transferableskills
• Complete careerassessments
6Career Assessments
PreparingforYourJobSearch:ChangingCareers
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Step Two
PreparingforYourJobSearch:LaborMarketResearch
• Job Outlook• Salary Information• State License and
Certification Requirements
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Labor Market Tools
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Occupational Outlook Handbook
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Occupational Outlook Handbook
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Preparing for Your Job Search
BreakingDowntheJobSearch
• Select youroccupation
• Options for selectinga new career
• Labor marketresearch
Step Three
PreparingforYourJobSearch:ResumeandCoverLetter
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• Choose a Resume Format• Functional• Chronological• Combination
• Writing Your Cover Letter
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Resume Formats
PreparingforYourJobSearch:ResumeandCoverLetter
Functional Purpose: Highlights your skillsWhen to use: Changing career fields or re-entering the workforce
Chronological Purpose: Highlights your employment historyWhen to use: Solid work history in a particular job or career
Combination Purpose: Highlights your strongest qualifications while providing your employment historyWhen to use: Entry-level job seeker and new graduate
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Why you need a cover letter
PreparingforYourJobSearch:ResumeandCoverLetter
• Personal Introduction• Sell Yourself & Your
Qualifications• Explain Employment Gaps• Provide Other Relevant
Information
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Key Components of a Cover Letter
PreparingforYourJobSearch:ResumeandCoverLetter
Heading & Greeting Address the letter to a specific person whenever possible or use job title of the recipient .
Introduction State who you are, why you’re writing and how you found out about the position.
Body Explain why you are the perfect match forthe position. Briefly summarize your talents, experience, and achievements.
Closing Thank the person for taking the time to read your letter. Tell the employer how you plan to follow-up.
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Step Four
PreparingforYourJobSearch:SocialMediaProfiles
According to a recent survey, 70 percent of employers use social media to screen candidates before hiring.https://www.careerbuilder.com/advice/social-media-survey-2017
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Your Online Image
PreparingforYourJobSearch:SocialMediaProfiles
• Create professional profiles• Check your grammar and
spelling• Practice discretion when
sharing• Modify your privacy settings• Do an online search of your
name• Consider your online
presence as part of yourportfolio
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Preparing for Your Job Search
BreakingDowntheJobSearch
• Select your occupation • Options for selecting a
new career• Labor market research• Choose resume format• Write cover letter• Update your online image
Now that you’re prepared…22
DuringYourJobSearch
• Networking
• Where to Find Jobs
• Understanding the Job Description
• Employer Research• Tailor Your Resume and Cover Letter• Complete the Application
• Stay Motivated
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Connecting
PreparingforYourJobSearch:Networking
According to Matt Youngquist, president of Career Horizons, at least 70 percent of job openings aren’t even listed. To get them, you need to network. https://www.payscale.com/career-news/2017/04/many-jobs-found-networking
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PreparingforYourJobSearch:Networking
• Social media site
• Great tool to expand your professionalnetwork
• Identify job opportunities
• Connect to potential employers
• Dedicated group of organizations unitedto help military spouses
• Provide various services, support &networking opportunities
• Supports building your network insideand outside military community
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Where to Find Jobs
DuringYourJobSearch
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Where To Find Jobs
Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP)CareerOneStopUSAJOBSLocal Base WebsiteState Job BanksCompanyWebsite
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Where To Find Jobs
Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP)CareerOneStopUSAJOBSLocal Base WebsiteState Job BanksCompanyWebsite
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Where To Find Jobs
Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP)CareerOneStopUSAJOBSLocal Base WebsiteState Job BanksCompanyWebsite
Where To Find Jobs
Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP)CareerOneStopUSAJOBSLocal Base WebsiteState Job BanksCompanyWebsite
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Where To Find Jobs
Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP)CareerOneStopUSAJOBSLocal Base WebsiteState Job BanksCompany Website
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Where To Find Jobs
Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP)CareerOneStopUSAJOBSLocal Base WebsiteState Job BanksCompanyWebsite
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Understanding the Job Description
DuringYourJobSearch
Job Description
DUTIES
REQUIRED
QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED
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DuringYourJobSearch
• Visit the employer’swebsite
• Explore company’ssocial media presence
• Review companyinformation on LinkedIn
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Employer Research
DuringYourJobSearch
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Employer Research
DuringYourJobSearch
Read company’s description.
Visit employer’s website and social media platforms to view:• About section• Mission• Purpose• Recent news
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Tailor Your Resume & Cover Letter
DuringYourJobSearch:Whatdoes“tailoring”involve?
Highlight skills that demonstrate your qualifications
Use relevant and specific keywords
Create several versions of your resume based on job title/industry
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The Application
DuringYourJobSearch:HelpfulTips
Keep a “cheat sheet” withreferences’ information
Do not write “See Resume”
Fill in all required fields
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The Application
DuringYourJobSearch:HelpfulTips
Maintain consistency with your resume
Proofread again
Proofread
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Staying Motivated!
DuringYourJobSearch
Set daily goalsKeep a job journal
Work on growth opportunities
Build or connect with support network
Volunteer
Incorporate wellness activities
Coaching Packages
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Questions?Feedback?
We’d like to hear from you! Connect with us:Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DoDMilSpouseTwitter – https://twitter.com/DoDMilSpouseLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/groups/4159976
SECO Career Center: 800-342-9647Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. EDTSaturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. EDT
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