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PATH TO EMPLOYMENT
Welcome to the Path to Employment! These pages contain all the information you’ll need for finding and keeping a job. If you are still in need of more information on these subjects, many of our Career Centers also offer valuable workshops. Please contact your local Career Center for further details.
ONLINE CAREER ASSESSMENT
If you are not sure what career road to choose, try taking an online career assessment. A career assessment is a brief snapshot of your career interests, skills and values compared to various careers. An online assessment is the first step in a successful job search and an important step toward mapping your long-term career goals.
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SETTING UP YOUR JOB SEARCH
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ORGANIZING AND PLANNING YOUR JOB SEARCH
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COMPANY RESEARCH
Researching a company, a process commonly referred to as "doing your homework," is worth every minute of your time and energy. Conducting company research is one of the best ways to get the job that you really want. Knowing company information helps you target your job search, write a tailored resume and have an outstanding interview. In this section you will:
Learn the four benefits of researching a company
Learn where to go to research a company
Learn what to look for when researching a company
Link to a company's homepage
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OCCUPATIONAL RESEARCH
The Importance of Researching Occupations
Most people have interests, skills, training and qualifications that can lead to new opportunities and career options. By conducting research, you will be able to make a more informed decision that allows you to leverage your existing skills in new ways. Once you have determined the skills you already possess and recognize how those skills can be applied to occupations you are interested in, you'll be well equipped to decide if you need additional training or retraining.
Think about occupational research as an opportunity to explore possibilities. Although it may seem like an overwhelming process, researching occupations can be simplified by following the steps outlined in this section. Before you start researching potential occupations, use the self-assessment process to generate a list of occupations to research.
In this section you will find the following topics related to researching occupations:
Links to Information about Occupations
Links to Information about Training
Links to Information about Wages and Salaries
Links to Information about Occupations In Demand
Find a Professional Association for Your Occupation
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HOW TO'S OF A JOB SEARCH
Three Steps of the Job Search Process - This is a quick overview of what is involved in getting a job in today's job market. Identify your current level and learn how to proceed more efficiently.
Networking - You have heard about it, but do you know how to network? Learn where, when and how to network, including information on how to conduct informational interviews and a link to professional associations.
Effective Telephone Techniques - You know how to use it, but do you know how to sell yourself over the phone?
Where to Look for a Job - Top places for finding those job openings.
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INTERVIEWING FOR SUCCESS
Learn how to prepare, perform and follow-up on an interviews.
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SALARY NEGOTIATIONS
For most job seekers, salary negotiations can be very difficult. The best way to prepare yourself is by learning as much as you can. Your knowledge will also help increase your confidence when the time comes to begin negotiating.
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JOB RETENTION TECHNIQUES
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