The Elevator Pitch and Other Job Search Tools

The elevator pitch is an essential element of any job search. Learn effective ways to communicate your skills and passion for networking and interviewing. Additional job search tools are important and those topics will be presented. Business cards, skills inventory, and email signatures can be included in your job search toolbox.

1. The Elevator Pitch And Other Job Search Tools brought to you by Bruce A. Bennett Career Coach Corner August 7, 2024

2. Network to Success Job Club 2 Bruce A. Bennett Career Coach Corner August 7, 2024

3. Network to Success Job Club NTS Resource for job seekers Learn, inquire and advance Support Network A group of individuals Shared industry, position or interest Informational interview – Chat about role This is why you network 3

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5. McHenry County Workforce Network Career Workshops and Services Brochure for August Personalized Job Search Assistance Services To sign up, request the professional directly by email Resume Review Mock Interview LinkedIn Critique

6. Upcoming Webinar Events Plainfield Area Public Library Age Discrimination and Job Searching Wednesday August 21, 2024 from 12:00pm to 1:30pm LinkedIn for Your Job Search Thursday August 22, 2024, from 10:00am to 12:00pm LinkedIn Strategic Guidelines Wednesday August 26, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:00pm Resumes, Cover Letters and Applying Online Wednesday September 4, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:00pm Network to Success - Confidence in Your Job Search Wednesday September 11, 2024, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm

7. Introduction & Notes for Workshop Introduction MCWN Volunteer & Contractor since 2010 Career Coach Corner Blogger, Podcaster & Presenter General Notes for Today My contact info is on the last slide Follow-up email will include a link to the deck and evaluation survey Workshop is interactive Networking session to follow the presentation Social Media Revolution

8. Overview & Goals for session Overview Elevator pitch vs TMAY defined John Heaney response elements & video Other job search tools LinkedIn Mobile App Goals Understand the difference between the two Develop an elevator speech Empower you to be a better networker Express yourself more eloquently

9. Elevator Pitch or TMAY Elevator Pitch Brief Introduction about 30 seconds What experience you bring to the table Relate key strengths Tell Me About Yourself Longer version of the pitch Strengths and skills Include achievements or metrics

10. Elevator Pitch An elevator pitch is a brief way to introduce yourself, get across a key point or two, and connect with someone. (think 30 seconds!) It is a must-have tool to introduce yourself & network Simple Introduction Painful Elevator Ride Elevator Pitch Elaborate Introduction Financial Adviser Pitch

11. Artificial Intelligence ChatGPT can provide suggestions on wording for your position

12. Artificial Intelligence ChatGPT can provide suggestions on wording for your position

13. Tell Me About Yourself Elements* Brief Introduction Your personal strengths Link your strengths with their needs Specific example of accomplishment Stories are memorable Provide measurable evidence of success Summarize your key attributes Show interest in current projects * John Heaney Job Shopper Video

14. Tell Me About Yourself Video Examples John Heaney https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhWq1Q8uGg4&t=2s Pamela Skillings https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmFuWmzeiDs Marketing Role TMAY from Big Interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyADQDgBNsM&feature=youtu.be

15. Business Cards Your local library Databases, Training, Links, etc. Job search websites Indeed, ZipRecruiter , etc. Staffing Agencies Manpower, Kelley, Employment Express, etc. Online resources Networking Mobile phone Other Job Search Tools

16. Name, email, cell phone Job title(s) Key skills or capabilities QR Code Icon, logo or photo? Business Card

17. Business Card

18. Business Card https://www.staples.com/services/printing/business-cards/ Starting at $17.99 for 250 business cards

19. Business Card https://www.officedepot.com/l/print-and-copy/business-cards Starting at $21.99 for 250 business cards

20. Your Local Library Cary Area Public Library

21. Your Local Library Cary Area Public Library

22. Your Local Library Cary Area Public Library

23. Job Search Websites Consumer Advocate Website Top 10 Job Search Sites ZipRecruiter fiverr FlexJobs Monster LinkedIn Indeed Jobs2Careers CareerBuilder SimplyHired The Ladders Many, many, many more!

24. Staffing Agencies Express Employment Professionals Robert Half Manpower Kelly Services Adecco AeroTek TEKsystems Aquent Many, many, many more!

25. Online Resources Social Media websites LinkedIn Twitter Facebook Instagram YouTube Professional organizations AMA – American Marketing Association Industry Focused Organizations https://www.quirks.com/jobs MR Web Illinois Worknet Center

26. Online Resources Competitive Salary Information Glassdoor.com - requires registration LinkedIn - requires account + Onet https://www.salary.com/ Indeed https://www.indeed.com/salaries?from=careeradvice-US&subfrom=article

27. Online Resources

28. Networking Opportunities Career Centers Alma Mater Local colleges and universities Your Public Area Library McHenry County Workforce Network Job Center of Lake County Recomended Job Search Websites from the Job Center of Lake County Networking groups focused on Job Search Help The PATH Group Holy Family St. Hubert’s Volunteering Toastmasters

29. Mobile Phone Your mobile phone is a great tool for job search. Put to social back into social media! Use it call or text people! Install apps to help you in your job search.

30. LinkedIn Mobile App LinkedIn mobile makes it easy to network and stay connected with your network. The mobile app version has great tools to facilitate it.

31. LinkedIn Mobile App LinkedIn mobile displays your profile to anyone in your network. You can select # OpentoWork to facilitate marketing your profile to Recruiters and/or everyone.

32. LinkedIn Mobile Adding a Connection You can personalize a request to connect on LinkedIn mobile. 1 Go to their Profile page. 2 Click the MORE button. A new screen will be displayed. 1 2

33. LinkedIn Mobile Adding a Connection Select Personalize invite and write your invitation to connect. Limited to 300 spaces.

34. Resources & Video Links Networking Events Why Network - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQfwb3f3BwI&t Social Media - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6k_G_h41ZaQ Painful Elevator Ride -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LDpe9StfGTA Elevator Pitch - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uyxfERV5ttY Financial Advisor - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98WlZJqscVk Andy LaCivita - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4hIyAeQbUnU

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36. Networking Session Time for general questions and/or discussion Give a short introduction about yourself Name and most recent position and/or industry Time frame you have been in the job search Target or Ideal company to work at How is your job search progressing? Are you encountering roadblocks or obstacles? Can you share a recent networking situation? 36