Ten Steps to Mastering Job Transitions
Job Search: The Total System™



STEP 1: FOCUS YOUR JOB SEARCH - ASSESSMENT
  • Assessing skills, interests and characteristics;
  • Analyzing past positions and accomplishments;
  • Evaluating current job market and career alternatives.
STEP 2: ENTREPRENEURIAL OPTIONS
  • Assessing fit with independent options;
  • Reviewing pros & cons.
STEP 3: WRITE A PROFESSIONAL RÉSUMÉ & LETTERS
  • Writing cover, ad and search firm letters;
  • Defining your objective;
  • Designing a 2-page chronological resume;
  • Writing accomplishment statements with results.
STEP 4: USE REFERENCES EFFECTIVELY
  • Writing reference letters;
  • Preparing your references for potential reference calls.
STEP 5: NETWORK INTO THE HIDDEN JOB MARKET
  • Identifying where 80% of jobs are found;
  • Developing a contact list;
  • Designing a personal marketing plan;
  • Targeting and researching companies.
STEP 6: USE SEARCH FIRMS/AGENCIES WITH CAUTION
  • Learning to research and select the pros.
STEP 7: LEAD GENERATION
  • Learning to use the phone to market yourself;
  • Developing scripts;
  • Using listing sources.
STEP 8: INTERVIEW SUCCESSFULLY
  • Understanding the dynamics of the interview;
  • Reviewing do's and don'ts in the interview;
  • Identifying the interviewer's hidden agenda;
  • Developing proper responses to tough questions;
  • Practicing interviews.
STEP 9: IMPLEMENT PLAN/NEGOTIATE
  • Utilizing The Total System™ for maximum results;
  • Developing negotiating strategies;
  • Evaluating multiple offers.
STEP 10: ACHIEVE PLACEMENT
  • Accepting a better job, for better pay;
  • Designing a letter of understanding;
  • Getting off to a good start in your new job.

ALL STEPS ARE LINKED!