Fwd: Seven Things Successful Work-Seekers Do

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Business Model You, LLC <admin@businessmodelyou.com>
Date: Mon, Feb 15, 2016 at 9:15 PM
Subject: Seven Things Successful Work-Seekers Do
To: stevescott@techacq.com

View this email in your browser February 14, 2016   Hello, Steve Scott!   Have you noticed there's no auto-pilot system to steer your work search while you relax? As we noted last time, you'll need to perform some key activities to keep your search from losing momentum—or becoming a spiritless routine.   With that in mind, here are seven things successful work-seekers do, compiled by career consultant extraordinaire Bruce Hazen. How many describe your approach?  1. In the past week, I've shared a personal marketing plan with at least one new person. Do you have a personal marketing plan? If not, create a single-page document outlining your work search strategy. Then, share it with colleagues and friends so they can help you make new contacts. Sharing a resume is less helpful because it's a retrospective document—though it can be useful if you're looking for a job exactly like the last one you had. 2.  My cell phone has a local area code. If your area code tells a recruiter or hiring manager that you're calling from 2,000 miles away, they'll see you as more costly and cumbersome to deal with—even if you are actually around the corner from their office. 3.  I make it through most networking meetings without mentioning the word 'job.' You attend events—in person—to learn and exchange information with others, not to uncover job openings. Focusing on job openings can quickly kill a conversation if your counterpart knows of none. On the other hand, most people you'll meet do have smart, well-connected colleagues to whom they could introduce you—if you are inquiring about a relevant topic related to things you can do. 4.  My relationships with executive recruiters involve me suggesting talent to them. If you want to stay on a recruiter's radar, refer other talented people to them. Do this not only while you are looking for work yourself, but after you've landed a new job. 5.  I've done a PINT analysis for each sector I'm targeting. Read up on PINT if you haven't already. Your PINT analysis will identify the crucial discussion topic described in 3) above and guide you to the most effective networking events. 6.  I'm never caught without a business card. You'd be amazed how many people leave business cards everywhere but in their own purses, wallets, or pockets. Even if you don't have a job, you must carry a business card. 7.  I know when to present a bio instead of a resume. You network to learn about relevant problems, issues, needs, and trends (PINT elements) to which you can apply your talent. Avoid prematurely mentioning jobs; if you do, people who are unaware of job openings won't want to meet you. Presenting a resume says, "I need a job." Presenting a brief bio says, "Here's some information about an interesting professional." Combine this checklist with Bruce's tips from last time and you've got the complete guide to keeping your work search lively and strong.   If you need an extra boost—particularly if you haven't yet revised your personal business model—please consider joining us for in-person workshops in Munich, Barcelona, or Amsterdam.  And if you're unable to travel, consider our Redesign Your Career online course. To your career happiness! Tim Clark Copyright © 2016 Business Model You, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you are a member of the BusinessModelYou.com community. Our mailing address is: Business Model You, LLC 1738 SE 38th Avenue Portland, OR 97214 Add us to your address book unsubscribe from this list    update subscription preferences