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Alumni in Transition: Job Search Strategies for Turbulent Times. Colgate University Center for Career Services. Agenda. Your Approach Research Your Options Present Yourself Job Search Strategies. Your Approach. Self-assess, identify areas of career interest Stay focused and flexible
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Alumni in Transition: Job Search Strategies for Turbulent Times Colgate University Center for Career Services
Agenda • Your Approach • Research Your Options • Present Yourself • Job Search Strategies
Your Approach • Self-assess, identify areas of career interest • Stay focused and flexible • Be positive, proactive & prepared • Leverage your Colgate connections
Research Your Options • CCS Resources • Vault Online Career Library • Career Search • Spotlight on Careers • Facts on File • Alumni Affairs Resources • Other Resources • Professional Associations • Careers in Context, WSJ Career Journal, Quintessential Careers, Idealist
Present Yourself • Resumes • Cover letters • Interviewing • Optimal Resume
Networking • Networking - #1 way people find jobs • The Colgate Connection • Alumni Affairs Alumni Directory • Online Networking LinkedIn.com & Facebook • Professional Associations • Arrange informational interviews • Follow-up with a thank you
Find Job Postings • naviGATE, NaceLink Network & Liberal Arts Career Network • Sector – Idealist.org, USAjobs.gov • Industry – GreenJobs.com, Media Bistro • Location – www.jobsinchicago.com/
Please Remember • Preparation, planning & persistence • Develop multiple relationships • Use a combination of resources • Maintain an optimistic attitude
Questions? Colgate University Center for Career Services 315.228.7380 ccs@mail.colgate.edu www.colgatealumni.org/CareerServices