Get that Job in 7 simple steps
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Peter Storr. Get that Job in 7 simple steps
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Step 1. PLAN YOUR HUNT AND KEEP IT MOVING
Five ways to succeed
Five ways to fail
How it used to be …
How it is now
What does this mean for getting that job?
Why it works
Building your network
Making contact
Using social media
Networking in the field
Sounding pro
Recruitment agencies
Internet job search sites
Key take-aways
Step 2. UNDERSTAND WHAT YOU WANT
Five ways to succeed
Five ways to fail
A job or a career?
Identifying your interests
Rokeach’s list of personal values
What makes us different?
Your motivational drivers
Key take-aways
Step 3. KNOW YOUR SKILLS AND STRENGTHS
Five ways to succeed
Five ways to fail
Identifying your values
Identifying your strengths
Emotional strengths
Relational strengths
Thinking strengths
Execution strengths
Your significant seven strengths
Your standout three strengths
Competencies
Four common ‘task’ competencies. Planning and organising
Analytical thinking
Decision making
Adaptability
Four common ‘people’ competencies. Teamworking
Managing relationships
Communication
Influencing and persuading
The purpose of competencies
So what can you do with this information?
Key take-aways
Step 4. WRITE A KILLER CV
Five ways to succeed
Five ways to fail
Tailoring your CV and covering letter
Sounding pro: A skills/qualifications-based CV
Personal details
Personal profile
If you’re applying for your first job
Over to you
Key skills and achievements
Experience
Education and training
Final considerations
Structuring your covering letter
Greeting and signing off
The opening paragraph
The middle paragraph
The closing paragraph
Sounding pro: The covering letter
Final considerations
Key take-aways
Step 5. ACE THE INTERVIEW
Five ways to succeed
Five ways to fail
The panel interview
The one-to-one interview
The second interview
The HR interview
Body language
Dealing with nerves
Using positive language
It’s not just what you say; it’s how you say it
How to answer three classic opening questions
Competency-based questions
Answering those difficult questions
Sounding pro
Key take-aways
Step 6. PERFORM WELL IN ASSESSMENTS
Five ways to succeed
Five ways to fail
Psychometric tests
Ability tests
Personality questionnaires
Useful tips
Role-plays
Useful tips
Group exercises
Useful tips
In-basket or analysis exercises
In-basket exercises
Analysis exercises
Useful tips
Presentations
The content of your presentation
Useful tips
Presenting yourself
Dealing with assessment centres
Receiving feedback
Key take-aways
Step 7. SURVIVE AND THRIVE IN YOUR NEW JOB
Five ways to succeed
Five ways to fail
The negotiation
Saying yes – or no!
Notice periods
Exit interviews
Surviving the first day
Inductions
Managing your new boss
Mentoring
Key take-aways
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The starting point for creating your network is simple, as we said earlier: to list everyone you know. Set yourself a target. If you can get to between 150 and 200 people in your first draft, then you’re well on your way! Don’t worry if it feels like a bit of a ‘stretch’ to include some of the names in your network; you can always prune it later. You may find the following list helpful to get you started:
When you’ve made your list, the next stage is to contact each person to let them know that you’re looking for the next opportunity to further your career. Some people find it helpful to write out a script in advance of a telephone call; in any event, whatever means of communication you choose, be clear about the following:
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