May
03

Assess Your Job Search Plan

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Here is a short quiz to help you assess your job search plan.

 1.  Are you clear on what job you want to pursue?    Yes or No

 2.   Do you have a list of employers you are targeting?  Yes or No

 3.   Do you know how to tap into the hidden job market? Yes or No

 4.   Do you have a strong network or people who are willing to recommend you?  Yes or No

 5.   Do you have a resume that attracts employers to you?  Yes or No

 6.   Do you have a brand that enables you to stand out from the competition?  Yes or No

 7.   Have you utilized social networking sites?  Yes or No

 8.   Do you feel confident in answering commonly asked interview questions?  Yes or No

 9.   Are you setting daily and weekly job search goals for yourself?  Yes or No 

 10. Do you have people in your life that are supporting you in your job search?  Yes or No

 Count up your number of yes answers.

Total of 8-10: You are well on your way to getting a job.  You will need someone in your life to support you, encourage you, and hold you accountable in your goals.  A few sessions with a career coach could really benefit you.

Total of 5-7: You have some things figured out but you still need a better plan to get a job in these times.  Investment with a career coach would pay off as it would shorten your time in getting a job.

Total of 0-4: You may or may not realize it yet but you need help!  With the unemployment rate rising, you can no longer afford to spend sufficient time looking for a job with no results.  You will benefit greatly by meeting with a career coach to establish a solid job plan, revise your resume, and gain interviewing skills.

Stacy Harshman brings her experience as a recruiter for a Fortune 500 corporation to her work as a life and career coach. In addition to helping people discover their passions, she also provides clients with insight into the mind of a recruiter, unlocking the secrets of what employers look for in potential employees. Stacy offers individual and group coaching in person and by phone to those seeking positive change in their professional and personal lives.

 

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