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EDD - NOVAworks Creating My Job Search Plan Workbook 2023

The document outlines a comprehensive job search plan that includes steps for gaining career clarity, creating resumes and applications, job searching strategies, and interviewing skills. It emphasizes the importance of networking, customizing application materials, and understanding market rates for negotiation. Additionally, it provides resources for further assistance through NOVAworks and local job centers.

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EDD - NOVAworks Creating My Job Search Plan Workbook 2023

The document outlines a comprehensive job search plan that includes steps for gaining career clarity, creating resumes and applications, job searching strategies, and interviewing skills. It emphasizes the importance of networking, customizing application materials, and understanding market rates for negotiation. Additionally, it provides resources for further assistance through NOVAworks and local job centers.

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Creating My

Job Search Plan


101
Presented in Partnership
by
EDD and NOVAWORKS

http://myplan.novaworks.org/

An equal opportunity employer / program.


Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
My Job Search Plan

1. Gain A Clear Focus


A. Career Assessment
I know my interests, skills, and values
I know how to apply assessment information to my job search.

B. Career Exploration
I know the current salary ranges for my field.
I know what skills are needed to be employable.
I know that there are jobs available at my current level.
I completed the Skills Matrix to compare my current skills to the requirements of the
job market.
I have talked to people in my field to learn more about what skills and backgrounds
employers look for in competitive candidates.

2. Resumes and Applications


A. Create Master Resume / LinkedIn Profile
My resume includes a summary, experience and education
sections.
I have included accomplishments on my resume.
I know how to customize my resume for a job opening.
I have a draft of my resume.

B. Create Master Cover Letter


I have a master cover letter with introduction, qualifications, and call to action.
I know how to research contacts in my network to send my resume/cover.

C. Create Master Application


I have a master application verified titles, dates, salary, and reasons for leaving.
I have a list of current references.
I understand the background check process.

An equal opportunity employer / program.


Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
3. Job Searching
A. Where to Look
I have contacted targeted temporary agencies.
I am using the Internet to research companies.
I am using job boards to find job leads.
I am attending job fairs to interact with employers and to
network.
I can go to the company in person and ask about openings.

B. Whom to talk to
I have a list of the people in my network.
I am adding new contacts to my network on a regular basis.
I have a list of networking questions.
I have established a daily / weekly goal (#s) for contacting my network.
I am calling my network contacts on a regular basis.

4. Interviewing
A. Learn Interviewing Skills
I have written a Summary Statement.
I have written out 5 PSRs (Problem, Solutions, Result stories).
I have written out 2 Sandwiches (specific to weakness or negatives).
I have researched salary surveys (pull 3-5).
I have a list of questions to ask during the interview.
I have practiced how to close the interview.

B. Negotiating
I know the current market rate for the positions I am targeting.
I know what I want included in my compensation package.
I am prepared to ask for what I want.

What phase(s) of the plan are you in at this time? ___________________________________

What do you want to work on today? ___________________________________

An equal opportunity employer / program.


Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Next Steps…

Register with NOVAworks

For Further Assistance with Your Job Search

NOVAWORKS
www.novaworks.org
Career advising, résumé assistance, job-search strategies, networking opportunities, interview
preparation, information about training to upgrade skills, and more!

San Mateo Job Center


1777 Borel Place, Suite #500, San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 581-0058
Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sunnyvale Job Center


456 West Olive Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 730-7232
Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Local EDD Office Location


www.edd.ca.gov

San Jose Office


1901 Zanker Road, San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 216-6200

An equal opportunity employer / program.


Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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