Download - Career Planning: a Lifelong Journey
Career Planning: a Lifelong JourneyJourney
Reality Check
• Multiple career changes in a lifetime
(5 or more)
• Well-suited for many different types of careers
• 40 or more years working
• Support your lifestyleReality Check - http://
www.cdr.state.tx.us/realitycheck
DISCOVER A Career Assessment
Tool
LET’S LOOK AT THE RESULTS
http://www.act.org/discover/login
C L A S S E X E R C I S E
Occupational Information & Resources
Texas Workforce Commissionhttp://www.twc.state.tx.us
Other Resources
• U.S. Department of Labor (http://www.dol.gov/)
• O*NET (http://online.onetcenter.org/) It serves as the nation's primary source of occupational information,
providing comprehensive information on key attributes and characteristics of workers and occupations.
• Salary Information: (http://jobsearch.about.com/od/salary/Salary_Benefits_Legal.htmSalary.com http://jobstar.org/tools/salary/index.phphttp://vault.com/salaries.jsp
http://www.vault.com/survival/center.jsp?type=2&cat_id=1995)
• Texasjobs.com (http://www.texasjobs.com/)
NETWORKING
QUIZ QUESTION #1WHY NETWORKING?
What percentage of positions are found through networking?
a) 25%
b) 45%
c) 65%
d) 90%
Networking
Planning and making contacts and sharing information for
professional and personal gain
YOUR NETWORKING CIRCLE
BEST CONTACTS FOR NEW GRADUATES
• Classmates• Alumni• Parents• Relatives• Friends of
Parents • Faculty• Guest speakers• Current and
former employers
• Professional associations
• Church members• On campus
organizations• Coaches• Fellow volunteers• Chamber of
commerce members• Informational
interviews• CSPD and Career
Services• Social Networking
Sites (MySpace, Facebook, Linked In)
BACK
FRONT
LET’S CREATE A BUSINESS “NETWORKING” CARD
Michael R. Ruiz
Seeking HR Generalist,
Recruiter or Trainer position
(210) 404 - 1667 [email protected]
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Bachelor of Business Administration inHuman Resource Management
May 2009 GPA - 3.2
YOUR “SOUND BITE”
Hi, my name is Donna Smith. I am currently a senior at UTSA
majoring in Marketing and will graduate in May 2009.
I am interested in a career in Market research and have been
fortunate to participate in an internship last summer with
Thompson Advertising.
I gained experience compiling and analyzing market data
and preparing reports for Management. I am seeking a full
time position with a company where I can continue to
contribute and grow professionally.
I am willing to travel and relocate if needed.
YOUR TURN TO PRACTICE!
7 Steps for Expanding Your Network
1. Volunteer in the community
2. Participate in an Internship
3. Get work experience in your field of interest
4. Find a mentor
5. Get to know your professors
6. Join student organizations
7. Be willing to introduce yourself to others
TIPS FOR NETWORKING SUCCESS
Carry a business card
Practice your 15-second “Elevator Speech”
Gather information about an event before attending
(who will be there, what topics should you discuss?)
Actively listen
Stay in touch with your network
Express your appreciation
FINDING CONTACTS
• Social Networking Sites (MySpace, Facebook, LinkedIn)
• Newspapers– Local business section – Become familiar with
companies expanding, promotions, transfers.– SA Business Journal– Job Fairs– Trade Journals
• Speakers– classes– meetings– seminars
NETWORK RESOURCES
• http://www.roadrunnerexchange.net/core/ (UTSA Networking site)
• www.referenceusa.com (must be on UTSA computer)
• Book of Lists – San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Houston (check with CSPD staff)
• www.dol.gov (salary info by state and job title)• www.chamberofcommerce.com• http://sanantonio.bizjournals.com/sanantonio/ –
San Antonio Business Journal
Any questions?
CSPD – 458-4039
University Career Center458-4589
Downtown Campus458-2910