WORK Search Tactics

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THIS Week’s Workshop: Turning OPPORTUNITIES Into INTERVIEWS…Thursday, December 13th @ 9 AM at The Egg and I Restaurant in Addison (NW Quadrant of Arapaho and Montfort, 1 blk east of Tollway)

This Thursday, December 13th,  we’ll focus on telephone skills/ scripting, call reluctance, and appropriate follow-up… all wrapped around your ‘value proposition’ for a specific job.  This is a significant re-working of the significant strategies and models for this Core Topic… and a good place for new comers to start with DFWCAREERPILOT, so…

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We meet  at The Egg and I Restaurant in Addison, conviently located 1 block east of the Dallas North Tollway.

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Come prepared to practice your telephone presence.   YOUR “PRE-session HOMEWORK” is to increase your first level contact list on LinkedIn by TEN NEW individuals… and add ONE NEW GROUP to those you have already chosen.

 Who should attend Thursday’s workshop?

  1. Those who might ask… HOW do I break through my ‘call reluctance?’
  2. Those seeking a systematic, focused, more predictable way to perform well in their job search;
  3. “Regulars” who need a ‘booster shot.’… and bring a guest;
  4. New Comers and tire kickers… this is a great session to supplement your job search effectiveness with!
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KEEP LinkedIN ‘On Your Plate’ For The Rest Of Your Career, BUT…

Keep your LinkedIn Account ‘on your plate’ for the rest of your career, but never let this, or any other technology, replace your more inter-active (face2face and toe2toe) relationship-building role!  This week’s DFWCAREERPILOT Workshop, Thursday, Dec 6th explores developing your network on LinkedIn… your LinkedIn Task #2.

Your LinkedIn Account is a marvelous TOOL… and like any good tool, you must commit to maintaining it so it serves you well for years to come.  In this context, your LinkedIn Task #1 is to properly maintain your PROFILE:

  1. Keep your Profile optimized to 100%… During active job search you want to be found!  Make sure your Profile is always in synch with your ever changing resume template.  In fact, while your headline may ‘brand’ you, it is your EXPERIENCE that sells you and helps to optimize your page ranking in order to be found.
  2. Extend your ‘reach’ by regular networking activity… During active job search, pay attention to your chosen groups’ DISCUSSION Boards and participate often… utilize the varied functions/applications in your Account in order to “ALWAYS HAVE A NEXT CONTACT TO INITIATE… for the rest of your career.
  3. WHEN EMPLOYED… pay particular attention to your current job and projects.  Be LESS available while always being open to ‘next steps’ and other opportunity within your career.

Pay constant attention to the development of your network, your LinkedIn Task #2… utilize the varied functions/applications in your Account in order to “ALWAYS HAVE A NEXT CONTACT TO INITIATE… for the rest of your career:

  1. Pay particular attention to your ‘first line connections’ …because you want them to be a reliable source of information and referral activity.  Accept invitations from people you know and regularly reach out to connect with people you meet…
  2. Utilize your ‘shared connections’ to key people in your second line …Your LinkedIn network can be your ‘roadmap’ to identify and secure key contacts out there in the ‘sea of unwashed faces.’
  3. WHEN EMPLOYED … be mindful of active search activity.  Protect your privacy and confidentiality.
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THIS WEEK’s Workshop: LinkedIn Task #2…Thursday, December 6th @ 9 AM at The Egg and I Restaurant in Addison (NW Quadrant of Arapaho and Montfort, 1 blk east of Tollway)

This Thursday, December 6th,  we’ll focus on TASK#2 utilizing your LinkedIn account… Developing your personal contact network.

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We meet  at The Egg and I Restaurant in Addison

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BRING YOUR LAPTOP or IPAD…Come prepared to work on your LinkedIn account… YOUR “PRE-session HOMEWORK” is to increase your first level contact list on LinkedIn by TEN NEW individuals… and add ONE NEW GROUP to those you have already chosen.

 Who should attend Thursday’s workshop?

  1. Those who might ask… HOW do I get more benefit from my ‘digital footprint?’
  2. Those seeking a systematic, focused, more predictable way to perform well in their job search;
  3. “Regulars” who need a ‘booster shot.’… and bring a guest;
  4. New Comers and tire kickers… this is a great session to supplement your job search effectiveness with!
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THIS Week’s SPECIAL TOPIC Workshop: ADAPTING Your Personal Marketing Plan for “the holidays…” Thursday, November 29th@ 9AM at The Egg and I Restaurant (NW Quadrant of Arapaho and Montfort) in Addison

This time period, between Thanksgiving and ‘whenever the kids go back to school in January,’  represents several opportunities to a very focused job seeker.  Please SHARE THIS POST with your network.

Map to The Egg and IThis week Thursday, November 29th, we will focus on a strategic, more calendar-specific, Personal Marketing Plan,  answering your questions and concerns at each step of the way… this is a great place to start for new-comers as we will address implementation issues… improve efficiency… and increase the productivity of your efforts.

A new offering from DFWCareerpilot  Starting this week, we will re-introduce ACCOUNTABILITY PAIRS/ TEAMS… and each week during this holidays time period will reserve a portion of each workshop to this critical process.  ‘Tis the season’ to increase our attendance and OPTIMIZE your job search efforts!

Who should attend?

  1. Those seeking a systematic, focused, more predictable way to conduct any career transition, including simple job search;
  2. Those who feel they need a more dynamic way to answer the question, “Tell me about yourself…” THE most asked question during job search!
  3. “Regulars” who need a ‘booster shot.’… and bring a guest;
  4. New Comers and tire kickers… this is a great session with which to kick-off your job search effectiveness!
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THIS WEEK’s Workshop: LinkedIn Task #1…Thursday, November 15th @ 9 AM at The Egg and I

This week, Thursday, November 15th,  we’ll focus on TASK#1 in your LinkedIn account… Your personal profile.  Your LinkedIn Profile is as integral to your career transition success as your execution of a PERSONAL Marketing Plan.  The two work together to create the interactive foundation of your networking efforts.

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We meet  at The Egg and I Restaurant in Addison (NW Quadrant of Montfort and Arapaho)… 

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Come prepared to work on your LinkedIn profile… Are you at 100%??  

I will be set up by 8:45 to review your LinkedIn Profile if you’d like a quick assessment.  YOUR “follow-up HOMEWORK” is to increase your first level contact list on LinkedIn by TEN NEW individuals… and add ONE NEW GROUP to those you have already chosen.

 Who should attend Thursday’s workshop?

  1. Those who might ask… HOW do I get more benefit from my ‘digital footprint?’
  2. Those seeking a systematic, focused, more predictable way to perform well in their job search;
  3. “Regulars” who need a ‘booster shot.’… and bring a guest;
  4. New Comers and tire kickers… this is a great session to supplement your job search effectiveness with!
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THIS Week’s Workshop: Achieving CareerFIT…Thursday, November 8th@ 9AM at The Egg and I Restaurant (NW Quadrant of Arapaho and Montfort) in Addison

Please SHARE THIS POST with your network.  This week Thursday, November 8th, we will focus on a strategic, more career-oriented, definition of FIT,  answering your questions and concerns at each step of the way… we’ll also get in to collateral development: resumes, correspondence, etc

This is a great place to start for new-comers as the other Core Topics will follow in sequence.

A new offering from DFWCareerpilot Please anticipate a change for our HOLIDAYS scheduling between T-Day and the New Year.  Let me hear about YOUR preferences.

Map to The Egg and I THIS WEEK’s Workshop…  Achieving CareerFIT brings focus to those elusive decisions regarding positioning and targeting your efforts.  The first five steps of the 12 step process, from assessment to beginning the evolution of your LinkedIn Profile, will be discussed.

Who should attend?

  1. Those who might ask… What DO I want to do next in my career?
  2. Those seeking a systematic, focused, more predictable way to conduct any career transition, including simple job search;
  3. Those who feel they need a more dynamic way to answer the question, “Tell me about yourself…” THE most asked question during job search!
  4. “Regulars” who need a ‘booster shot.’… and bring a guest;
  5. New Comers and tire kickers… this is a great session with which to kick-off your job search effectiveness!
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THIS Week’s Workshop: Embracing The OTHER Job Market…Thursday, November 1st @ 9AM at The Egg and I Restaurant (NW Quadrant of Arapaho and Montfort) in Addison

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This week Thursday, November 1st, we will overview the entire 12-step process, answering your questions and concerns at each step of the way… this is a great place to start for new-comers as the other Core Topics will follow in sequence.

A new offering from DFWCareerpilot I have retooled all the handouts, on the RESOURCES Page (see tab above) to be more centered on the use of technology and social media.

Map to The Egg and I NEXT WEEK’s Workshop…

Who should attend?

  1. Those who might ask… What the heck is the OTHER Job Market?
  2. Those seeking a systematic, focused, more predictable way to conduct any career transition, including simple job search;
  3. “Regulars” who need a ‘booster shot.’… and bring a guest;
  4. New Comers and tire kickers… this is a great session with which to kick-off your job search effectiveness!
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NEXT WEEK’s Event: Closing The Deal-MONEY TALK…Thursday, October 25th @ 9AM at The Egg and I Restaurant (NW Quadrant of Arapaho and Montfort) in Addison

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Thursday, October 25th, we will focus on interviewing and MONEY TALK II-POST-Offer Negotiation Approaches.  This stuff is worth your practice time in anticipation of that terrific offer you’ll get!

A new offering from DFWCareerpilot Accountability teams… have YOU identified YOUR partner yet for ramping up your job search success?  Remember, we may shift to accountability pairs/teams for the holiday weeks ahead.

Map to The Egg and I  Come prepared to work on YOUR most difficult or challenging questions that you’re asked either on the phone or within actual interviews.

As it is important to be prepared for pre-mature discussion of salary…

“He who mentions money FIRST, loses!”

When an offer is extended to you, you should feel prepared to respond appropriately AND consider optimizing the package offered.

Who should attend?

  1. Those who want to perform more effectively in actual interviews–get to the offer, then optimize it!
  2. Those who might ask… HOW do I optimize any offers I will get?
  3. Those seeking a systematic, focused, more predictable way to conduct any interview and discussion of salary;
  4. “Regulars” who need a ‘booster shot.’… and bring a guest;
  5. New Comers and tire kickers… this is a great session with which to supplement your job search effectiveness!
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THIS WEEK’s Event: Closing The Deal-MONEY TALK…Thursday, October 18th @ 9AM at The Egg and I Restaurant (NW Quadrant of Arapaho and Montfort) in Addison

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Next week Thursday, October 18th, we will focus on interviewing and MONEY TALK I-Pre-Offer Negotiation Approach.  This stuff is worth your practice time in anticipation of that terrific offer you’ll get!

A new offering from DFWCareerpilot Accountability teams active… have YOU identified YOUR partner yet?

Map to The Egg and I So, Come prepared to work on YOUR most difficult or challenging questions that you’re asked either on the phone or within actual interviews.

As it is important to be prepared for pre-mature discussion of salary…

“He who mentions money FIRST, loses!”

When an offer is extended to you, you should feel prepared to respond appropriately AND consider optimizing the package offered.

Who should attend?

  1. Those who want to perform more effectively in actual interviews–get to the offer!
  2. Those seeking a systematic, focused, more predictable way to conduct any interview and discussion of salary;
  3. “Regulars” who need a ‘booster shot.’… and bring a guest;
  4. New Comers and tire kickers… this is a great session with which to supplement your job search effectiveness!
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NEXT week Thursday is available time for Individuals -or- ACCOUNTABILITY PAIRS/ Teams…

Thursday, October 11th represents a scheduling conflict for us at The Egg and I… So, in place of our regular GROUP session, I offer FREE 1/2 hour blocks of time for either individuals (engaged clients will have priority) -or- Accountablity Pairs/ Teams.  This might be a great time to find yourself a job search “buddy.”   Simply call or email me before Wednesday noon to schedule your time slot.

New to DFWCareerpilot, or wanting to ‘kick the tires’ of accountability with a job seeking friend?  This available time is for both ‘regulars’ and new-comers to our Thursday morning group.

The article linked below was written in a job search context and applies to ALL job seekers …

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