A Career development and job search process usually moves through several phases. It may be helpful to recognize the natural order of these phases.
DISCOVERY Understanding yourself and crafting your brand |
Activities |
Outcomes |
Identify Skills, Values, Interests, Motivators |
Value statement |
Specify a job/career objective |
Draft of 1st CAR |
Research individuals, organizations, communities & jobs |
Handbill |
PLANNING Create Your Career Potfolio Documents |
Activities |
Outcomes |
Engage in informational interviews; get feedback on how you present yourself in person |
Resume |
Insert key words from desired job descriptions into portfolio documents |
Bio and business cards |
Write bio/handbill |
Enhanced Linkedin profile with recommendations; Follow companies, groups, and individuals |
ACTION Networking / Interviewing / Negotiation |
Activities |
Outcomes |
Ongoing networking and volunteer work, if needed |
Participate in a Mock Interview |
Apply for positions |
Craft customized cover letters |
Manage job interviews |
Negotiate salary and terms of employment |
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