tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62531654817593711662024-03-13T11:27:30.809-04:00Toolkit for Job SeekersYou've stumbled across a wonderful place to discover job, educational/training and networking opportunities within the Greater Lansing Area. Follow me on Twitter to keep up with all the cool things that are happening around town @tiffenatorTiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-86544468356008324072013-11-30T10:47:00.000-05:002013-11-30T10:47:51.093-05:00It’s almost time for the Pink Slip Mid-Michigan Christmas Party!<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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Doors open for early registration at 4:15pm at Meridian
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<b>Workshops running from 4:45pm - 5:50pm include:</b></div>
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"Job Searching with Linkedin" by Neil Isaacs,
Social Media Strategist with Lansing and Washtenaw Community Colleges</div>
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"Interviewing that Works" by Sherry Pfaff-Doody,
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-"Resumes that Work" by Sherry Pfaff-Doody, SPHR,
and Amanda Dumond, CBSP, Director, Talent Initiatives at Prima Civitas</div>
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-"Q & A Panel" by Local Hiring Professionals</div>
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The Keynote Presentation will run from 6:00pm - 6:55pm:
"The Affordable Health Care Act: What does this mean for me in 2014"
by Mr. James Fuerstenau, owner of The Fuerstenau Agency. Mr. Fuerstenau, an
entertaining and engaging speaker, will explain in layman's terms how employees
and businesses will be affected by the most current changes in the Affordable
Healthcare Act, otherwise known as Obamacare.</div>
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Open Networking will follow until 8:00pm - Different from a
traditional job-fair, this networking is about opening the lines of
communication. Job-seekers have an interesting knowledge of the business community,
including changes happening, or companies moving in or out of the area, that
may impact your business. Businesses in attendance may not be hiring for your
exact position, but may know of someone who is. This is a great time to make or
strengthen business connections, which can lead to long-term success!</div>
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<b>Venue: Meridian Christian Church 2600 Bennett Rd, Okemos, MI
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<b>Time: 4:45pm-8:00pm</b></div>
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<b>Dress: Business Casual or Come as you are.</b></div>
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We hope that you will find this time rewarding and
productive! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at
pinkslipmidmichigan@gmail.com or marcus@pinkslipmidmichigan.org or call (517)
775-5589.</div>
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To RSVP, visit our website <a href="http://www.pinkslipmidmichigan.org/" target="_blank">www.pinkslipmidmichigan.org </a></div>
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Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-9140071646521396842013-01-20T17:06:00.000-05:002013-01-20T17:06:43.059-05:002013 Tax Information for Job SeekersMr. Baron (Barry) Tons lead a great seminar for job seekers and tax breaks available to the unemployed and underemployed people on Thursday, January 17, 2013. Mr. Tons is an Accountant with offices in Dewitt, East Lansing and Vermontville. All of his contact information has been added to the end of this blog post. Here are a few of the highlights from his seminar.<br />
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<b>The 1040 Form </b><br />
If you have ever filed taxes before, chances are you have seen the IRS form 1040 or 1040 EZ. For the bulk of people who have families and children, the 1040 will be the form you use. If you are looking for detailed information regarding new changes and/or how to fill out the 1040 for the 2012 tax season, please visit the IRS website to review the full “how to” document <a href="http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i1040a.pdf">http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i1040a.pdf </a>and the official 1040 to follow along<a href="http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1040.pdf"> http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1040.pdf </a><br />
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<b>1040 Line 7 </b><br />
Line 7 is where you will include all of your wages, tips, and salary information. Bear in mind that this also includes any severance pay that you receive. Often times, people are given the option to have taxes withheld so that they will not be liable when tax time rolls around. You should receive a W-2 and any severance pay will need to be calculated into your Adjusted Gross Income.<br />
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<b>1040 Line 12 and Schedule C </b><br />
Line 12 is where you will need to report any self-employment or consultant work that you have performed. Should you receive a 1099, you will need to fill out a Schedule C <a href="http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1040sc.pdf">http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1040sc.pdf </a>to report your earnings and losses. If you made a profit by your consulting work, you will be subject to a 15.3% Social Security Income Tax.
When it comes to expenses, you can claim any mileage that your company didn't pay for, any equipment (i.e. computer, cell phone, tablet, etc.) that you were required to have but your company didn't pay for, and part of your internet/cell phone bill that you may have used for your consulting job.<br />
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There are several other things you will need to know about any type of self-employment and you may want to talk with your accountant for further information on this or contact Barry directly at (517) 351-9200 in East Lansing or (517) 669-5350 in Dewitt.
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<b>Line 19 – Unemployment Compensation </b><br />
If you received Unemployment Compensation in 2012, you had the option of having taxes taken out or not. Bear in mind that this is considered income and is 100% taxable. If you have elected to have the taxes withheld, you should be okay. However, if you decided not to, you may have a large tax liability to pay.
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<b>1040 Line 26 – Moving Expenses</b><br />
If you had to move yourself and family over 50 miles away during the year 2012, you can use that for a tax credit. Some employers will pay for your moving expenses, but others will not. Let’s say you moved from Detroit to Lansing for a new job. Since this is over 50 miles, you would meet the requirement and need to fill out the Form 3903<a href="http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f3903.pdf"> http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f3903.pdf</a><br />
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<b>1040 Line 49 – Lifetime Learning Credit</b><br />
If you attended college during 2012, you can claim up to a $2,000 tax credit. Unlike the American Opportunity credit, this is not limited to students who are within their first four years of college. Even one class can qualify you for a tax credit, although it will be up to 20% of your tuition.<br />
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<b>1040 Line 66 – American Opportunity Credit</b><br />
If you have dependent college students under the age of 24 years old, you can claim up to a $5,000 tax credit. They must be enrolled within an undergraduate program in order to qualify.<br />
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<b>Understanding Deductions </b><br />
Many people want to itemize deductions, however they are unaware of the standardized deductions. For a single or married filing separately person, the standard deduction is $5,950. If you are married filing jointly or a qualified widow(er) the standard deduction is $11,900. If you are filing as head of household, your standard deduction is $8,700.<br />
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Typically, these standardized deductions will be adequate for not having an tax liability.
However, if you have more deductions to add, you will want to itemize your deductions and use a Schedule A form <a href="http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1040sa.pdf">http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1040sa.pdf</a> Under the Job Expenses and Certain Miscellaneous Deductions, job seekers can itemize job education expenses, job travel, certification tests, etc. If you need further information, contact your accountant or Barry Tons at (517) 351-9200.<br />
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<b>Michigan Earned Income Tax Credit </b><br />
Governor Snyder has significantly slashed the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) for Michigan residents. In the past, the state of Michigan would give qualified families 20% of the Federal EITC. This has changed to only 6% of the Federal EITC. The maximum that can be awarded for families with two or more children is $5,891. If you received this credit last year, your Michigan EITC would have been $1,178.20. This year, if you receive the $5,891 from the Federal EITC, you can expect to receive $353.46 from the State of Michigan as EITC. For more information on the EITC, please check out this website <a href="http://www.taxpolicycenter.org/briefing-book/key-elements/family/eitc.cfm">http://www.taxpolicycenter.org/briefing-book/key-elements/family/eitc.cfm</a><br />
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<b>How Do I Pay Taxes When I’m Unemployed? </b><br />
If you complete your taxes only to find out that you owe money to the IRS or State of Michigan, the best thing you can do is to keep the lines of communication open. They can put you into an “uncollectable” status until your hardship is over. However, you will need to contact the IRS or State of Michigan as soon as you know that there is a liability.<br />
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<b>Who Can Do My Taxes For Free?</b><br />
There are several places that partner with the IRS and provide free tax preparation through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance / Tax Consulting for the Elderly (VITA/TCE). The income guidelines for qualifying is $49,000. If you are here in Michigan, simply dial 2-1-1 and you will be connected to a call center. Ask them to make an appointment at a local VITA site. They will ask you a few questions and you can set the appointment up when it’s convenient for you – even during evening hours.<br />
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<b>We Made More Than $49,000 in 2012 – Is There a Program for My Husband and I?</b><br />
VITA is also tied in with an “I Can File” program where you can use the same tax software to complete your taxes for free. Here in Lansing, that is offered through the Asset Independence Coalition (<a href="http://assetindependencecoalition.org/">http://assetindependencecoalition.org/</a>) and typically takes place at the Downtown Capital Area District Library.<br />
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Another option is for people who made less than $57,000. You can visit the IRS website and choose a vendor such as H & R Block, Turbo Tax or others to use for filing your taxes. If you make more than $57,000 you can still obtain the forms and e-file them directly with the IRS - however you will need file taxes for your State taxes through their portal. More information is available at <a href="http://www.irs.gov/uac/Free-File:-Do-Your-Federal-Taxes-for-Free">http://www.irs.gov/uac/Free-File:-Do-Your-Federal-Taxes-for-Free</a><br />
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<b>Barry Tons Contact Information</b><br />
East Lansing Office
700 Abbot Road
East Lansing, Michigan 48823
(517) 351 – 9200 Phone<br />
Dewitt Office
12800 Escanaba Drive, Suite F
Dewitt, Michigan 48820
(517) 669 – 5350 Phone<br />
General email address: btllc@barontons.com
Central Fax Line: (517) 852 – 9643
Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-67917689863418548372013-01-01T17:39:00.002-05:002013-01-01T17:39:51.252-05:00How Online Applications Should BeTechnology has been both a blessing and a curse to both job seekers and employers. Before recruiters had Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), they would have to sort through hundreds or even thousands of resumes by hand to determine who was going to make the cut. Thanks to ATS, recruiters are able to do quick keyword searches and pull resumes from job applicants.<br />
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Job seekers on the other hand are not always as excited about online applications due to some of them being so lengthy and time consuming. Some may take a while to setup, but make it extremely easy to apply multiple times for other positions within the same company. Others require you to fill out all of your information, take personality tests and do allow you an option to save any of your information for future use. It is lengthy and drawn out applications that discourage job seekers and leave the human resources departments of these companies scratching their heads as to why they can’t find the “perfect” candidate.<br />
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One of the best ATS that I have encountered from a job seeker’s point of view is that for the <a href="http://agency.governmentjobs.com/michigan/default.cfm">State of Michigan</a>. At first glance, this ATS seems a bit daunting because it requires you to enter all of your information into its database. However, once that is completed you are free to apply to other jobs when you want. The really best feature about this system is the fact that you can upload multiple documents – resumes, cover letters, transcripts, college degrees, letters of recommendation, certificates, licenses, etc. Some jobs will require you to include a cover letter, writing assignment or other pre-screening documents. If you don’t include it, you are automatically screened out. The largest pitfall with this ATS is that you must review the qualifications and ensure that you are including all of the pertinent data that is being requested. Another great ATS are those affiliated with Taleo, examples include <a href="https://www.jackson.com/careers/CurrentOpps.jsp?&framework-guid=8c007fdcc651f7473b1501de007b0068">Jackson National Life Insurance</a> and <a href="http://www.toysrusinc.com/careers/corporate/positions/">Toys R Us/Babies R Us</a> websites.<br />
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The ideal online application would:<br />
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<li>Save your profile – while it may take a while to complete an online profile, at least it is there for when another job opportunity arises and you can simply submit to it. A great example of this is for <a href="http://www.employmentgroup.com/">EmploymentGroup </a>where you can simply hit the “Apply Now” button to submit your profile to openings. </li>
<li>Allow you to upload various documents – this will give you an option to include college transcripts, professional certifications, letters of recommendations, licenses, etc. </li>
<li>Doesn’t ask subjective screening questions – don’t ask odd questions like “what type of flower would you be and why?” These odd questions can be used further in should they be necessary during the interview. Screening questions may be necessary, but keep them relevant to the job at hand. </li>
<li>Encourage entry-level candidates to apply – entry level college graduates need to have a chance to prove themselves and it’s hard to find employment when the mandatory screening questions demand three to five years of professional paid experience. College students often times have real work experience to offer with the soft skills that employers are crying out for. However, due to the fact they only have unpaid internships or very minimal paid experience, employers screen them out without a second thought. As a result, companies cry out because they are unable to fill their positions because they only want somebody who can “hit the ground running” and doesn't require extensive training. </li>
<li>Offer a follow up option – when candidates apply, they often are unable to ever contact anyone who works for the company. One way to circumnavigate this is to network your way in and learn who is on the recruiting team, but if you are unable to penetrate the company this will not work. How can you follow up with the company or ask the status of your application? A simple “contact us” button would be great to compose an email to the Human Resources department and ask where you stand on the job you applied for. </li>
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Employers need to be aware of what job seekers are looking for in their online applications and should pursue companies such as Taleo to provide them with options job seekers desire. Job seekers need to ensure that they are checking back regularly on employers’ career pages. This will allow them to keep an eye on new opportunities and have updated information.Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-967303014782006922012-05-09T21:45:00.001-04:002012-05-09T21:45:46.809-04:00Brutal TruthI have been volunteering to help friends, family and people I have met in their career searches. Often times, I try to give pointers and advice that will hopefully help people to get on the right path. What I am finding lately is that many of my suggestions are immediately shot down. Here are some brutal truths from a recruiter’s point of view.
<b>Recruiters Can Help You!</b>
Did you know that recruiters have their own hidden job market? I’ll tell you, my company works with some amazing companies that a great chunk of Lansing would love to get into. We are very confidential though and won’t go broadcasting which ones they are because we respect their privacy. The same is kept with our candidates. We won’t go blindly submitting resumes without the candidates giving their approval.
<b>Ask Questions</b>
Now it does happen that there are certain companies who will advertise jobs they don’t have because they want to “build” their databases up. I’d suggest keeping your ears out and ask any recruiter if that is the goal – to build the database or actually fill a position. My latest brush with a recruiter was from a dude who sounded suspiciously like a bill collector. We chatted a bit and I gave him a referral to a friend of mine who is currently looking for a job with the experience he was recruiting for. She has an interview lined up thanks to me passing her on to him.
<b>Job Gaps Draw Attention </b>
Whether it is a simple few months due to maternity leave or an entire decade, these are one of the first things that recruiters notice. We also want to know what you were doing during these gaps. There are great reasons and then there are ones that are going to weed you out of our possible matches. Be prepared to explain what you did during these times of unemployment, recruiters are going to ask about these.
<b>Believe It Or Not, Recruiters Can Add</b>
If you have a few months of experience in a particular field, don’t gloss over it and say you have 3 years… we can add. You would be surprised at some of the resumes I have seen that have a person working 2-3 months over the span of 5 years. The experience listed is simply “five years of ____ experience.” Um, no. It’s more like a total of 9 months working experience, but nice try.
<b>Low Skills Typically = Low Pay</b>
Sure there are some exceptions to this rule. Perhaps you are lucky enough to snag a job within local, state or federal government which happily accepts high school graduates. However, for the most part nearly every single employer wants to see a college degree or else professional certifications.
<b>Vocational Training vs. Degree</b>
If you are looking to find a quick route to a high paying job, I would suggest doing some serious research before you jump in blindly. There are many trade schools who are plastered all over the media trying to sell you an education for a “high demand” job. Dental assistants, Linux administrators, and computer programming languages are your best bet if you want something rather quick to learn but don’t want to spend four years in college.
<b>Find Yourself</b>
One of the over used phrases I hear from job seekers is, “I’ll take ANYTHING!!!” When I hear this, all I can hear is, “I’m DESPERATE and need you to find me a job!” Anything is a pretty broad base, don’t you think? Think of it this way, if I asked you where you want to go on vacation, chances are you could give me some ideas. Perhaps Las Vegas, Chicago or Orlando. The point is, you can narrow down your vacation choices, but you can’t narrow down your career options? An easy way to really find a career path is to sit down with your resume or Linked In profile and write down (yes writing it on actual paper will help you to solidify it in your mind) the things you liked most and least about each job you have held. Get with a career counselor – yes there are folks that do this for FREE at Michigan Works (or your local workforce development office). They can help you find a career path, may have suggestions on pursuing higher education along with funding choices, and more.
<b>Contractual or Temporary Jobs Can Open Doors </b>
While many people cringe at the thought of doing contract work or a temporary assignment, this can be a great way to build your resume and gain valuable hands on experience. This is a fabulous way to gain hands on experience for career changers, non-traditional college students and recent graduates. Plus, if you are on a long term contract or do quite a few different temp jobs, it won’t look like you are a “job hopper” on your resume. It would look better to have something like “Personnel World” for three years rather than six different jobs over the same time period. For those of us that like to check things out and want to get a broad perspective on different industries, companies, work cultures, etc., this is an ideal way to gain that exposure.
<b>Don’t Ask for Advice – Unless You Really Want to Hear It</b>
I have asked for advice from a lot of people and sometimes I get told things I really don’t want to hear. However, I don’t shake my head or shoot everything down they are advising me on. I try to be open minded. Even if you don’t agree 100% with what somebody is telling you, take note of it. Perhaps they have a nugget you need to listen to. One nugget I was given about a year ago from my mentor was that I needed to figure out what I wanted to do. Here I am a year later and I’ve discovered that I need to truly be challenged in order to be happy, hence the switching up my major into something that is going to stimulate my brain, keep me engaged and happy.Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-36650132791482653222012-04-14T21:48:00.000-04:002012-04-14T21:48:45.391-04:00Networking is More Than Being a Collector of Business Cards!We are all being told to network and build our professional contacts, but does that mean we simply hand out business cards, shake hands and never talk to these folks again? Often times, we are guilty of doing this. Yes, building our professional network on Linked In is great, but can you remember who these people are and where you met them at?<br />
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Networking has become the new buzz word for job seekers, but you have to really work at it and build those solid relationships. Look at your contacts on Linked In for advice and reach out to them. People like to be asked for advice and typically will try to help you out. Having said that, don’t go out and reach out to every CEO you can find and beg for a job – that will only show a desperate cry for help. On the other hand, reach out to people and ask them how things are going in their respective fields. For example, I’m a technical recruiter for an engineering firm here in Lansing. Perhaps you are studying human resources or are working on finding a position as a recruiter – feel free to message me. I promise not to bite and I might have some advice to help you along. <br />
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The point of networking is to build professional relationships. When we were in high school, we strived to make friendships – in the real world it’s pretty much the same. I’m not saying you will be able to go out for a night on the town with the CEO of your favorite company, but perhaps you can meet with them for a cup of coffee and ask them more about their company or even meet with somebody in that company to ask for the inside scoop. <br />
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There are some people on Linked In who don’t accept invites – it’s a fact of life. Sometimes you will want to connect with a person and they require you to put in their email address. Reach out to your contacts if you have some in common. Otherwise, meet the person in person and ask to connect on Linked In and let them know that you tried and were unsuccessful because you didn’t know their email address. Don’t take it personally either – trust me there are folks in Lansing that I would love to connect with from great organizations who never have accepted my invite. Perhaps they see that I’m a recruiter or they think of me as that “terminator girl” and already have some opinion of me. It’s okay, I just keep moving on. <br />
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Networking events are always going on here in Lansing – everything from Chamber events to Pink Slip Parties. There are specialized workshops for people involved in professional organizations, such as the Michigan Economic Developers Association, MarketLansing! and more. Get involved in something that is in your field – perhaps SHRM, PRSA, SME, etc. <br />
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Journey to Jobs is fast approaching and if you are going, make sure you are using your time to network with people. Don’t just walk up and hand over a resume, use a few moments to give your elevator pitch and ask for their business card. Tell them why you are interested in their company and ask if you can add them on Linked In. <br />
If you aren’t able to make it to Journey to Jobs, check out the Pink Slip Party on July 12th. It’s a free event for job seekers and employers which happens once every quarter. If you want more information, check out the above link in the Events section.<br />
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Feel free to add me on Linked In if you haven't already. Happy networking!Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-46165360941551101122012-01-31T13:50:00.001-05:002012-01-31T13:50:44.116-05:00Creative Solutions for Non-Traditional Students to Gain Hands On ExperienceCollege students are more diverse than ever these days. One common denominator is the fact that bulk of these students, 89% according to one <a href="http://upcea.edu/resources/faqs.html">study</a>, are defined as being non-traditional students. According to the study, non-traditional students share certain traits, including:<br />
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Delaying post-secondary education<br />
Attending part-time college<br />
Being financially independent from parents<br />
Having dependents<br />
Employed full-time while enrolled<br />
Being a single parent<br />
Having a GED or high school equivalent certificate<br />
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While not all of these traits may apply to each individual non-traditional student, the underlying them is that these college students have already been exposed to the “real world.” These students are typically older than their traditional student counterparts. Bearing this in mind, it would seem that these students would have a competitive edge over their traditional college student peers. However, that is not always the case. While these students possess transferable skill sets, employers still demand the staple “three to five years of hands on working experience” within their respective field of study.<br />
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The most common solution to gaining hands on experience is by doing internships. While it’s a pretty even mix of paid vs. unpaid internships, the paid are typically reserved for larger universities with prestigious reputations. The unpaid internships seem to be more prevalent because they seem to be easier to find.<br />
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One main question that has been asked is, “are unpaid internships legal?” There’s a great <a href="http://www.distance-education.org/Articles/Is-Your-Unpaid-Internship-Legal–How-to-Tell-386.html">post </a> that questions this. Bottom line is yes, however can it really be a level playing ground for non-traditional students? While the traditional students can afford to not get paid and have their parents foot the bills for their education, the non-traditional students cannot afford to simply give up working a full time job in order to gain experience within their field. It’s one thing to expect college students to provide free labor, but when the demands of the internship interfere with their full time employment it makes it a lot harder for them and typically results in financial hardships or dropping out of college all together.<br />
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Non-profit organizations typically have openings or gaps to fill and are eager to have students onboard. If an unpaid internship is nowhere to be found, reach out to a non-profit organization that aligns with something that you believe in. As an example, if you are passionate about getting people back to work, consider doing some research into economic/workforce development agencies within your region. Here in the Lansing, Michigan area, the <a href="www.pinkslipmidmichigan.org">Pink Slip Mid-Michigan</a> happens to be such an organization. This great event occurs every quarter and provides workshops to job seekers and also gives them an opportunity to network with local businesses. An accounting student may consider providing free tax preparation through the <a href="http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=107626,00.html">Volunteer Income Tax Assistance</a> (VITA) programs during the tax season. Perhaps an English major or law student may offer to write a grant for their local charity. There are several ways of getting involved, but the first step is reaching out to offer your talents and determining how you can gain valuable hands on experience by volunteering.<br />
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Networking is a great way of learning more about opportunities and build professional relationships as well. Professional societies such as the <a href="http://www.shrm.org/Pages/default.aspx">Society for Human Resource Management</a> (SHRM), <a href="http://www.prsa.org/">Public Relations Society of America</a> (PRSA), and C<a href="http://www.cmsa.org/">ase Management Society of America</a> (CMSA) offer networking events, mentoring opportunities and seminars to help their members excel in their respective fields. Often times, students are allowed to join these organizations at a discounted rate and sometimes even free. When a student joins, there are several opportunities to network, job shadow or be paired up with a mentor in their field.<br />
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Workshops, conferences, conventions and seminars can also offer new perspectives for non-traditional college students. The <a href="http://www.michiganhr.org/">Michigan HR Day</a> proved to be a great learning opportunity with several workshops and allowed professional Human Resources personnel the opportunity to network with one another. Some of the workshops even provided these professionals with Continuing Education Credits (CEU’s). It was an amazing opportunity for an HR student to network and build professional relationships as well.<br />
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Reverse Mentoring programs and Virtual Internships are somewhat new concepts that are radically changing the way that college students can gain experience. <a href="http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970203764804577060051461094004.html">Reverse mentoring</a> basically takes college students and allows them to teach mature employees the value of technology. Virtual internships are becoming more and more desired and seem to be the way to go for non-traditional students in particular. <a href="http://jumpstart-hr.com/vip">Jumpstart HR</a> offers such an internship opportunity.<br />
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While gaining three to five years of hands on experience within your field may seem a bit daunting, it can be accomplished. The fact of the matter is that you need to be creative, resourceful and motivated to find the opportunities that will help you gain experience. Chances are, if you are a non-traditional student, you already possess these characteristics and will persevere.Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-33852446085185496972012-01-05T22:41:00.000-05:002012-01-05T22:41:29.204-05:00Lying on the Resume...I’ve been helping out quite a few job seekers and have noticed one irritating nuance – exaggeration of work experience. I hate to be the one to be the bad guy, but if I’m noticing it, so are your potential employers. Here’s an example of what I’m seeing:<br />
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Professional Summary: Over Six years of professional office experience, etc.<br />
1/2010 – Present XYZ Company Office Manager<br />
10/2008 – 12/2008 ABC Company Bookkeeper<br />
2/2008 – 9/2008 FAB Machines Human Resources Assistant<br />
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What’s wrong with this picture? Let’s look closer, shall we? First off, this candidate spent a total of 2 years on the job at their current position at XYZ Company. At ABC Company, they only had 2 months on the job. Last but not least, they spent 7 months at FAB Machines. This comes up to a total of 2 years and 9 months, not even close to six.<br />
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When you are “beefing up” your resume, make sure that you aren’t over exaggerating. Perhaps this is the reason why you aren’t getting calls back. Any person in human resources can easily do math and realize you are lying when your numbers don’t add up to theirs. <br />
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I’ve seen others that have worked in different years try to state that they have a total of x amount of years’ experience. Here’s another example:<br />
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Professional Summary: Over Five years of retail experience, etc.<br />
2/2011 – 9/2011 Kmart Cashier<br />
5/2010 – 12/2010 Walmart Cashier<br />
6/2008 – 9/2008 L&L Cashier<br />
3/2007 – 4/2008 Speedway Cashier<br />
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While this candidate has indeed been working for nearly five years, there is over a one year gap in employment and doesn’t add up to five years. We have 7 months at Kmart, 7 months at Walmart, 3 months at L&L and 13 months at Speedway. That equals 30 months or 2 ½ years which is a far cry from a total of five years. <br />
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Be cautious when you highlight your years of experience. Take a moment to add up your time on each job before you claim you have more experience than you actually have. Remember that recruiters and Human Resource professionals can add and will see through faulty or dishonest math.Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-5714792880667608662011-12-27T16:37:00.000-05:002011-12-27T16:37:52.460-05:00New Year's Eve NetworkingChristmas is over and now it’s almost time to party it up with great friends, family and more during New Year’s Eve parties. Are you ready to have fun and network? My friends, it comes down to making connections and building relationships – which are pretty much the main objectives when it comes to a New Year’s Eve bash. Confused? Let me explain with a real life example. <br />
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Last New Year’s Eve, my fiancé and I celebrated at one of his co-worker’s house. I was able to meet some great people and learn about their goals and careers during the evening. One of the gals, who I will refer to as Dee, was fun and a delight to be around. We’ve connected on Facebook and text messaged one another throughout this past year. <br />
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During this past year, I had a teacher at Davenport University who is one of the top Human Resources people at a nursing facility in the Lansing area. Dee went through Nursing Assistant training and was applying at this exact same facility. Dee asked me if she could use me as a reference when she applied there with my previous instructor. To make a long story short, she is now a happily employed CNA at that very same facility. <br />
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Networking can happen anywhere. For Dee, she was able to connect with me and build a professional relationship that lead her to one of my contacts, a job prospect and an actual job offer. All she had to do was reach out to me to see if I might be able to help her out in her job search. <br />
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People intrinsically want to help the greater good, it’s basic human nature to want to help out our fellow citizens. Whether you are going to be partying it up at <a href="http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e5fpvd4yd2d13a1b&llr=qawzzfcab">Rum Runners</a>, like yours truly, or hanging out with some great close friends for New Year’s Eve, think about and actually expand your network. <br />
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I’m not suggesting that you carry around a stack of resumes, but your business cards or at least a pad of post-its and a pen to scratch down your contact info may come in handy. Remember that New Year’s Eve is all about having fun, but it can also be the beginning of building great new professional relationships with some great people that you add to your contacts. <br />
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Cheers!Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-9723564430536652162011-12-20T00:14:00.000-05:002011-12-20T00:14:15.996-05:00Shifting CodeImagine finding an internship where you can make $15-20 per hour and you are in extremely high demand because you have IT skills. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation has teamed up with Ann Arbor Spark to provide an awesome opportunity for Ann Arbor people to take advantage of. <br />
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The process to join in the Shifting Code program is competitive. A resume, cover letter, two recommendation letters and an online assessment are required to be submitted online at <a href="http://annarborusa.org/talent/find-opportunity/shifting-code">http://annarborusa.org/talent/find-opportunity/shifting-code</a> According to Ann Arbor Spark and the MEDC, the profile of a Shifting Coding candidate is as follows:<br />
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1. Some technical knowledge/experience - e.g., HTML, MySQL, Cobalt<br />
2. Personal Attributes:<br />
a. Flexibility<br />
b. Initiative<br />
c. Interpersonal skills<br />
d. Analytical approach to problem solving<br />
e. Aptitude for incessant learning<br />
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If you are starting to think that you may have what it takes, then mark these dates on your calendar:<br />
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Registration: December 27, 2011 through January 5, 2012 <br />
Interviews: January 6th – 20th <br />
Notification Date: January 20, 2012<br />
Classes Begin: January 23, 2012 <br />
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The Shifting Code is <b>NOT</b> for those that want an easy way out. This is going to be a very challenging course of 12 weeks of brain cramming, intensive studying and massive amounts of dedication. Two nightly classes will be held each week with three Saturday classes slated during the course. The Saturday sessions will be eight hours long. <br />
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Shifting Code also has a <b>$100 price tag</b> attached – you can’t even buy a college textbook for that low of a price! This is an amazing opportunity for those selected to participate. <br />
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Perhaps you are not sure you have what it takes to learn software coding languages. If you are interested, check out more information about Drupal. Drupal has been around for about a decade and there is great information available at <a href="http://drupal.org ">drupal.org </a>and <a href="http://michigandrupal.com">michigandrupal.com</a> The MEDC is going to be providing alternative Pathways to Sofware Jobs on their website as well <a href="http://www.mitalent.org">www.mitalent.org</a> in the very near future. You can also find a lot of information about software codes online and Capital Area District Library can help you find all sorts of great resources.Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-42496465580518465492011-11-15T22:02:00.000-05:002011-11-15T22:02:59.642-05:00Pink Slip of Mid-MichiganOn December 8, 2011, <a href="http://www.pinkslipmidmichigan.org">Pink Slip Mid-Michigan</a> is going to feature Chris Holman as the keynote speaker. Chris has an expansive professional career within the business world and owns the Greater Lansing Business Monthly magazine. Other workshops are going to be geared specifically for job seekers and include topics such as: Image – Dressing for Success, Power Resumes, Interview Skills, the Inside Track and a special session entitled, “Staying Positive In a Challenging Economy.” Lisa Wiley-Parker, aka Recruiter Uncensored, will also be giving a brief overview on how to get the most out of networking. <br />
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Being able to get in front of employers is a great opportunity. Perhaps you want to learn more about a company, but don’t know anyone who works there. Networking can open the doors and give you a glimpse into the culture and climate within prospective employers. You can build relationships and keep in touch with the contacts you meet. They typically can keep their eyes open for job openings and let you know if something comes along that you might be a good fit for. <br />
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Having said that, don’t be too eager to throw your resume out to everyone you meet. If somebody asks you for your resume, definitely pass it along. However, if you meet somebody and just start talking about your credentials and how qualified you are and start pushing yourself on them, you are going to appear desperate and the person may form a negative image of you. <br />
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Rather than investing money into fancy resume paper, I would strongly encourage you to purchase business cards. Business cards or skills cards as some people call them, are great for networking events. They aren’t as intimidating as resumes and not as bulky. Most professionals have business cards and as a job seeker, you need to portray yourself as professional as well. On my business card, I have a couple of different things that catch people’s attention. Instead of a picture, I have a QR code that goes to my blog. I have my Twitter handle, email address, website, blog and Facebook page title, and cell phone number. Below is a simplified example of what you can add to your own personalized business cards:<br />
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Name<br />
Title<br />
Email Address<br />
Phone Number<br />
QR Code – Linked In profile appears when scanned or possibly your online portfolio<br />
Linked In website<br />
Social media – Twitter, Facebook, Blogs, etc.<br />
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You may want to create a QR code and you can do so for free <a href="http://quikqr.com/">here</a>. Once you have created it, save the picture and you can use that in place of a regular photo for your business card. <a href="www.vistaprint.com">Vista Print</a> is one option for obtaining low cost, high quality business cards. If you order them within this week, hypothetically, you could have them in time for December 8th to pass out to new contacts.<br />
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Once you have planted the seed of a new professional relationship with new contacts, remember to follow up with them. Perhaps you know of a person that could use services that their company offers. Or, perhaps your contact mentioned that they are looking for volunteer opportunities in the community and you know of one. When you contact your professional colleagues, keep it professional and centered around them and their business. This will show that you care about them and the well-being of their company. <br />
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I typically will invite new contacts out to coffee or lunch. This way, I can find out more about them and they can ask about me. I’ve discovered that the more interest you sincerely have regarding the person you invite out to a coffee/lunch date, the more genuine response you are going to be given. Remember to be interested in them and convey to them why their company is interesting to you. This may mean that you have to do a little research into their company before you meet, but it shows you are truly interested.Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-67454548371986553652011-10-26T17:04:00.000-04:002011-10-26T17:04:30.610-04:00TwitterLet’s face it, most people either love it or they hate it. The people that love it know they can get fast information and find out about jobs, events and more. You see them using these funny little hash-tags to scrunch words together, like #LoveLansing for example. But if you are one of the haters, you tend to miss out on a lot of things that are going on in your community. <br />
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As a job seeker, you have time to create your Twitter account and start following people in your field. It’s super easy to set up an account – three steps and you’re done. But who do you follow? How do you find out about jobs or events that are going on? Can Twitter really be useful to you?<br />
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<b>Hash-Tags</b><br />
When you are on Twitter and want to search for a hash-tag, you can either click on a hash tag (#LansingJobs) or type it in the search box. Voila, you have a list of tweets with your desired hash-tag. How easy is that?<br />
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If you look to the right of this blog, you will see Twitter Streams for #MiJobSpotter and #LansingJobs. Even if you aren’t on Twitter yet, you can easily see that jobs are being posted that you might be interested in. Just for the fun of it, click on one of the hash tags in the Twitter Stream. You’ll be taken to Twitter to see a whole list of posts.<br />
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<b>Simplified Job Searching </b><br />
If you are on Twitter you may notice that there are avid “tweeps” that like to post local jobs. These include @tiffenator @RecruiterUnCens @MEDCTalentJoe @camwjobs @cadl @personnelworld and @ITCouncil You might also notice that many of these folks use a squished together phrase coupled with a tic-tac-toe sign. This is a hash-tag #LansingJobs as well as #MiJobSpotter and #MIJobs. <br />
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<b>Researching Prospective Employers</b><br />
I know here in Lansing many job seekers seem to flock to certain companies that they want to work for - @TechSmith @LiquidWeb and @AccidentFund to name a few. For demonstration purposes, I’m going to use TechSmith as my example. Go ahead and enter Techsmith into the search box on Twitter.<br />
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On the left side of the screen, you will see people that have tweeted with “TechSmith.” On the right hand side of the screen, you will see “People Results.” Look closer and you will discover that these fine folks are actual employees of TechSmith. Go ahead and click on the View All. Now you have a list full of employees who work for TechSmith and include @betsyweber @natalie_joy @jlknott @josutka and @fosteronomo Try it out with a company you are interested in working for and see who you can start connecting with.<br />
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<b>What About Real-Life Networking?</b><br />
First you will want to start looking for the hash-tag #LoveLansing. Next, start following @downtownlansing @OldTownLansing @LansingChamber @LansingGRC for great networking opportunities. <br />
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<b>But I’m a Business Owner & Don’t have time…</b><br />
Wrong! Are you spending an arm and a leg or two on advertising? Have you hired a consulting firm to handle your social media promotions? Are you even on Twitter? There are a lot of great “tweeps” that can help you, but you need to connect with them and learn the Twitter language. If you are outsourcing your social media, make sure they are using hash-tags and being engaging with your customers.<br />
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Did you know that there is an official hash-tag for Lansing businesses - #LansingBiz Now, people you are going to want to connect with include @MichBusiness @BuyMichiganNow @RelyLocalLansin @JoeBogstrom @GreaterLansing and especially @LansingFirstFri<br />
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@LansingFirstFri is special because not only do they have Twitter, but they have a great FREE promotional event that happens every first Friday of the month. Your business gets free promotion – all you have to do is sign up <a href="http://www.lansingfirstfridays.com/content/sign-your-business-0 ">here</a>.<br />
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<b>What About Festivals & Events?</b><br />
Easy as pie! Keep using the #LoveLansing hash-tag and you will see all sorts of cool stuff. You might also want to add @potterparkzoo @Impression5 @FennerNature @LSJEvents @YMCADowntown and @GreaterLansing <br />
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<b>I’m Not In Lansing…</b><br />
No problem! If you are in Michigan you can still have fun connecting with other Michiganders. Start following @MichiganMojo @AwesomeMitten According to these guys, here are some other hash-tags you might find useful #mittenlove #TweetUpKzoo #mittenmojo #PureMichigan #backchannel #earlyrisers #MiJobSpotter #ShishBoomBa #grmi #nwmi #tcmi #grandrapids #westmiTiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-82859867126466215332011-10-09T15:59:00.000-04:002011-10-09T15:59:16.655-04:00Interviewing TipsCongratulations! Your resume and cover letter worked and now you have an interview with a company that you are interested in working for. But what now? Have you practiced your interview responses to those dreaded common questions such as, “tell me about yourself,” “what are your strengths/weaknesses” and even the behavioral based interview questions. <br />
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Here are some tips and tricks to help you prepare for some of these questions and to help you prepare and wow the interviewers. <br />
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<b>Tell me about yourself.</b><br />
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While it is tempting to jump in with a great little autobiography, remember that employers aren’t interested in hearing about the fact that you grew up in a small town, that you have three kids or that you have a dog named Bobo. Employers want to know what skills you have and how having you on their team is going to benefit their company. <br />
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If you are relatively new to the field that you are interviewing for, it’s important to show what transferrable skills you possess and back it up with examples. You also need to keep the answer short and sweet – a two minute rule is a good rule of thumb. <br />
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Some people tell me that they aren’t quite comfortable in “bragging.” I don’t mean to go in with the egotistical arrogance, but you want to portray that you are confident in your skills and abilities. Here’s an example to this dreaded question for a person interviewing for a medical assistant position that has worked in home health:<br />
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“I have three years of hands on medical experience within the home health field. During this time, I have had the opportunity to provide assistance with not only activities of daily living, but also more clinical duties. One of the patients that I assisted needed to have intermittent catheterizations and several of my patients were diabetic. Some of the patients had physical and occupational therapeutic exercises to complete and I would assist them with those. During the past nine months I completed my schooling and certification as a Registered Medical Assistant and completed my externship at Dr. Who’s office here in Lansing. I’m able to perform both the front office and back office duties and am capable of performing within the role as a medical assistant, receptionist and billing professional.”<br />
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Behavioral Based Interview Questions</b><br />
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Some of these questions include:<br />
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• Describe a time when you were faced with a stressful situation that demonstrated your coping skills. <br />
• Give me a specific example of a time when you used good judgment and logic in solving a problem. <br />
• Give me an example of a time when you set a goal and were able to meet or achieve it. <br />
• Tell me about a time when you had to go above and beyond the call of duty in order to get a job done. <br />
• What is your typical way of dealing with conflict? Give me an example. <br />
• Give me an example of when you showed initiative and took the lead. <br />
• Tell me about a recent situation in which you had to deal with a very upset customer or co-worker. <br />
• Give me an example of a time when you motivated others. <br />
• Describe a time when you set your sights too high (or too low). <br />
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There are multiple online resources on how to effectively answer these questions, the easiest way is to remember STAR or PAR. STAR stands for<br />
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S – Situation <br />
T – Task<br />
A – Action<br />
R – Result<br />
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PAR is a simplified version which is:<br />
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P – Problem <br />
A – Action<br />
R – Result<br />
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Your main goal is to give an example of something and keep to the STAR/PAR format. You will need to think of yourself as a story-teller. Don’t make something up, but think of examples and have them ready to use in interviews. <br />
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Each question has one skill that the interviewers are looking for. As an example, to uncover your true time management skills, interviewers may ask you, “When your calendar is too full, give me an example of how you make decisions about what to focus on” or “Tell me how you stay organized.” What the interviewers are listening for include; uses time effectively/efficiently, values time, concentrates efforts on more important priorities, gets more done in less time than others, can attend to a broader range of activities. If you answer the question using PAR/STAR, don’t be surprised if you still get probed further. For example, they may ask you, “how did you approach it? How did you do it?” They want to hear what specific action steps you used. They may also want to know why you selected that approach. They are really trying to find out what rationale and consideration you gave to the alternatives. They may also probe you further for not only the results, but also the impact. <br />
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What the interviewer wants to hear include:<br />
• Clear sense of priorities<br />
• Shifts priorities as needed<br />
• Plans ahead<br />
• Systematic, orderly, blocks time for different activities<br />
• Values time and avoid time wasters<br />
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What they don’t want to hear includes:<br />
• (Overuse) Upset when planned schedule is disturbed<br />
• Underestimates how long things take to complete<br />
• Can’t say no<br />
• Disorganized; works on whatever comes up; distractable<br />
• Poor planner, hurries others<br />
• Only concentrates on one thing at a time<br />
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To get a better idea of how Behavioral Based Interviews work, I would recommend visiting the <a href="http://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/0,1607,7-147-6876_8241_31562-163241--,00.html">State of Michigan’s Civil Service</a> website to see a sample interview and review how the STAR/PAR methods are incorporated. <br />
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<b>Do you have any questions for me?</b><br />
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Do NOT say “no.” There are tons of things you can ask and by asking questions, you are telling the interviewer that you want to know more about working for them. When you say no, it’s kind of like saying, “I’m just showing up here because I want to say I had an interview.” A word of caution though, don’t ask about days off, health insurance or other benefits as this is in poor taste. However, if the interviewers bring it up, it is okay to talk about them.<br />
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Remember that it’s not just the interviewers holding all of the cards, you will be devoting several hours in a week with these people if you are selected. What do you want to know about the culture, working conditions and people?<br />
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Here are some sample questions:<br />
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• What is the best thing about working for your company?<br />
o If they give you a blank stare, run for the hills…<br />
o It should be beyond pay and benefits<br />
• Do you provide mentors for the training period or is there a classroom type training program for new hires?<br />
o Are you going to spend the first month in training?<br />
o Will you be on the job with a more experienced co-worker?<br />
• What are the next steps for you?<br />
o Will there be second, third and/or fourth interview rounds?<br />
o When will they be making the final offer?<br />
• What reservations do you have about hiring me?<br />
o This will give you a chance to clarify anything that they may be concerned with. <br />
o It shows that you are truly interested in their company.<br />
• Do you have any small work assignments that I can take with me to showcase my skillset for you?<br />
o This often will take the interviewers by surprise.<br />
o It shows you are motivated and have a drive for working within their company.<br />
• Would it be possible for me to come in for a few hours and complete a working interview?<br />
o Again, this takes interviewers by surprise.<br />
o It shows you are interested and ready to start working for them.<br />
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If you want to see how you are interviewing, check out <a href="http://interviewstream.com/">Interview Stream</a>. It’s a free online service where you can use a webcam/microphone to record a mock interview and then critique yourself. Capital Area Michigan Works can assist you with these items if you don’t have them. In the mean time, feel free to check out one of my <a href="http://davenport.interviewstream.com/viewinterview/">sample interviews</a>.Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-63587577484517218822011-09-29T22:58:00.000-04:002011-09-29T22:58:46.610-04:00Peckham Career Prep Rally and Job Fair UpdatesHere is the current list of employers that will be participating on<br />
October 18, 2011:<br />
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1. USDA Rural Development <br />
2. Meijer<br />
3. L&S Associates, Inc<br />
4. Outshiners<br />
5. Advent House Ministries at Capital Area Michigan Works! <br />
6. Capital Area District Library<br />
7. Dart Container Corporation<br />
8. NuWave Technology Partners<br />
9. Eaton County Medical Care Facility<br />
10. Lowes*<br />
11. State of Michigan – Civil Service Commission<br />
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* On Oct 4, recruiters from Lowe's will be taking on-line applications<br />
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We are still accepting employers for this event. Please contact Rob Curtner at <br />
517 335-8710 or via email curtnerr@michigan.gov There are also volunteer opportunities available - contact Kelly Scanlon at 517 316-4429 to volunteer for either or both events.Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-3563366242543798982011-08-23T14:09:00.000-04:002011-08-23T14:09:45.974-04:00Fall 2011 Career Networking OpportunitiesIt's getting close to back to school time and that means it's time for more networking opportunities. Whether you are meeting other parents while dropping off your little ones to school or daycare or you are playing Bingo at the VFW Hall, there are many opportunities to meet new people and practice networking. Once you are comfortable introducing yourself and getting outside of your comfort zone, come on out to the Pink Slip Party and/or the Career Prep Rally & Job Fair. <br />
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The Pink Slip Party has free childcare and is open to anyone. The Disability Job Fair is open to all employers and is geared towards individuals that have disabilities. In order to partake within the Job Fair, the individual job seekers are required to attend the Prep Rally on October 4. So far, the list of employers includes; Meijer’s, L&S Associates and the USDA. We would love to spread the word and have more employers get involved. If you would like more information about the job fair, please email me at tiffany.swartz@gmail.com or Rob Curtner at curtnerr@michigan.gov and we will be happy to pass along the promotional information.<br />
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Hope to see you at these great events!<br />
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<a href="http://www.pinkslipmidmichigan.org/">PINK SLIP PARTY<br />
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<b>Mission Statement:</b> Encouraging and developing a productive network between businesses and job seekers.<br />
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<b>Purpose Statement:</b> The goal of Pink Slip Mid-Michigan is to bring together businesses and job seekers from the greater Lansing region in an interactive networking environment with excellent workshops and encouraging personal development training. <br />
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Location:<br />
Meridian Christian Church<br />
2600 Bennett Road<br />
Okemos, MI 48864<br />
Phone: 517.975.4958<br />
<a href="http://www.pinkslipmidmichigan.org/">RSVP Site</a><br />
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<b>DISABILITY JOB FAIR</b><br />
The purpose of this fair is to provide an opportunity for federal, state, and private sector employers to meet and interview job candidates with disabilities to fill employment vacancies. Employers who register to attend will receive pertinent disability employment information and will gain valuable hiring information from disability employment experts.<br />
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Candidates with disabilities will have the opportunity to meet and discuss their qualifications with employers. Two weeks prior to the job fair, applicants will have an opportunity to network with other job seekers and attend career and job search sessions to enhance their search. These sessions will be conducted by employers and service providers. <br />
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This event is to be jointly sponsored by Meijer, Inc. along with other employers and the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH), Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Administration, Comprehensive Employment Services Grant. Regional service providers and transition coordinators will be organized to assist with recruitment of consumer/customers and to organize transportation.<br />
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The basic goal for the event is to plan and carry out in two, half- days, the first to include job interviewing training and on the 2nd ½ day an actual job fair with interviews. We plan to attract a minimum of 12 employers and about 100 job seekers to this event. <i>The second day will be for those who attended the first day only.</i> Job seekers will be recruited across all disability groups. <br />
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<b>Oct. 4, 2011Day 1 Prep. Rally - 9 AM to 2 PM</b> <br />
9 AM - Registration w/ fruit, coffee, bagels <br />
9:30 AM – Large Group Speaker<br />
10 AM – 3 Breakouts <br />
11 AM – Repeat 3 Breakouts <br />
12 Noon – Buffet Lunch <br />
1 PM – Repeat 3 Breakouts <br />
2 PM – Event Ends <br />
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<b>Oct. 18, 2011 Day 2 Job Fair – 7:30 AM to 12 Noon</b><br />
7:30 AM Breakfast for Employers with speakers <br />
9 AM -12 Noon Scheduled Interviews through-out morning<br />
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The 3 Breakouts are: <br />
1. Self-Branding with elevator speech, business card and resume assistance<br />
2. Computer Job-Application process guidance<br />
3. Practice Interviews with Feedback<br />
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Location:<br />
PECKHAM, Inc <br />
3510 Capital City Blvd<br />
Lansing, MI 48906-2102<br />
Phone: 517.316.4000<br />
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Contact:<br />
Rob Curtner<br />
Michigan Comprehensive Employment Services Grant<br />
517 335-8710<br />
curtnerr@michigan.gov <br />
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Helping employment ready consumers/customers to participate. <br />
If you are working with individuals who could benefit from the Prep Rally and are looking for full or part-time work, they can be registered to participate by using the following process: At your agency, maintain a list of individuals that will be participating. Keeping the list confidential is important, so no names, just the number of individuals need to be emailed to Rob Curtner at curtnerr@michigan.gov<br />
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<b>1. Job Fairs are a Win-Win proposition.</b><br />
Both employers and job seekers benefit from job fairs. Most employers report that just one hire balances the costs of participating. Employers report that face-to-face encounters with applicants remain the preferred method of hiring. Employers also have the opportunity to interact with people with disabilities to counteract myths they may have about these job seekers. Job seekers benefit when they get a job, but also from learning how the hiring process works, how to present themselves and useful interaction with peers.<br />
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<b>2. Job Fairs promote collaboration among service providers.</b><br />
Some of the job seekers involved in the job fair will be receiving services from more than one agency. Coordination to support these individuals provides another opportunity for agency professionals to network and discuss mutual needs and outcomes.<br />
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<b>3. Job Fairs test job seeker commitment and readiness to seek or begin work.</b><br />
Working with job seekers to prepare for a job fair brings into focus many of the possible barriers and objections they may have that would prevent successful employment. Involvement in this process can highlight the stage of readiness the job seeker is at and give the staff a chance to work through these issues.<br />
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4. Job fairs develop awareness of workers with disabilities in the community and for employers who don’t participate.</b><br />
Job Fairs provide an opportunity to present the business case for hiring persons with disabilities to the employer community through newspaper announcements and stories. Even if an employer does not participate the issue gets before them to think about.<br />
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Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-89825490626737455892011-06-24T22:57:00.000-04:002011-06-24T22:57:32.983-04:00Tiffenator vs. TiffanyMy name is Tiffany, although I’m becoming known around the Greater Lansing area as the “Tiffenator.” I have a <a href="http://tiffenator.webs.com">website</a>, blog, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lansing-Jobs-Events-from-the-Tiffenator/122515481165229">Facebook page</a> and Twitter handle (@tiffenator) where I post tips for job seekers. My email account is tiffenator@yahoo.com – as you can see, I’m very branded ;) I also do a lot of networking and stay very involved with professional contacts throughout the Lansing area. While it looks like my major should be marketing, it’s actually Human Resources. I’d like to focus on workforce development and job placement.<br />
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I am currently in hot pursuit of my bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management at <a href="http://davenport.edu">Davenport University</a>. As a non-traditional student, I am unable to "invest in my future" as an unpaid intern - that's why the Tiffenator initiative emerged. I want to help connect job seekers find jobs while sharpening my HR skills and gain the valuable experience while still having an actual income. I have been trying to find an entry level HR position here in Lansing, but so far have been unsuccessful in securing one. I'm a firm believer that when I do find my place, it will be within a company that values hard work, motivation, dedication and creativity. <br />
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I’m currently a secretary at the <a href="http://michigan.gov/mpsc">Michigan Public Service Commission</a>, Management Services Division, Energy, Data & Security Section. The section that I work in deals with mitigation and monitoring of energy emergencies throughout the state of Michigan. <br />
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I also volunteer for Capital Area Michigan Works and write grants for “<a href="http://learnforourfuture.org">Keep Learning… Our Future Depends On It</a>” campaign. I’m currently in the midst of writing grants for an Art in the Parks project where we are hoping to install multiple sculptures along the Lansing River Trail. <br />
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Believe it or not, I also have a family and I'm in the middle of planning a wedding that is coming up on St. Patrick's Day 2012. I try to find creative ways of helping out my community and like to <a href="http://www.epifanynow.org/">Pass It Forward</a>. While I may not be able to contribute hundreds of thousands of dollars to local shelters, I try to buy some of the homeless people lunches or dinners when I can afford it. It's similar to the analogy of the little girl throwing stranded starfish back into the ocean - while she couldn't save them all, she knew she was making a difference to the ones she did save. <br />
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The Tiffenator... my online identity which started as an assignment from my Professional Writing class at Davenport has become my very own "brand." It never was intended to become that - it was simply a silly nickname I picked up while dually enrolled at LCC and Charlotte High School. I never have tried to misrepresent myself as a business owner or a professional... I'm not quite there yet. I'm in the process and given the proper coaching and being given an opportunity, I can be polished and primed to become a hardworking jobs placement specialist.<br />
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As for me, I am Tiffany. The whole brand of Tiffenator has become bigger than I ever expected. Yes, it's my brand, but I don't want to scare off employers. In fact, I truly hope that a prospective employer recognizes I'm on the front lines looking for a career. I don't want to steal their thunder, only enhance their business with new contacts and professionals to add to their network.Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-27756009279652497062011-06-13T00:33:00.000-04:002011-06-13T00:33:28.927-04:00ePIFanyNow.org<iframe width="480" height="295" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/tTrmACXmP4A?fs=1" frameborder="0" allowFullScreen=""></iframe>Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-71326726068626658952011-06-02T23:46:00.000-04:002011-06-02T23:46:38.369-04:00The Power of NetworkingI’ve been attending various networking and job seeking activities in the Greater Lansing area over the past month or so and have met some amazing people. I’ve learned that the only purpose of a resume is to get you into an interview. Bearing that in mind, I’ve been updating and reformatting my resume a lot to say the least. I keep getting different opinions from my career counselor, human resources teacher, recruiters and other Human Resources gurus. <br />
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I defied the odds though as I had a very backwards thing happen to me. I attended the Emerging Talent Symposium that Capital Area Michigan Works! (CAMW) and Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) held on May 24. My career counselor sat next to a Director of a very prominent workforce development agency. The two got to talking and somehow my name was mentioned and he gave her his contact information and told her to pass it along to me.<br />
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I called him and tried to reach him the next day, but reached his voicemail instead. I knew he was going to be in town, so I went to one of the places that I knew he may visit to leave my business card for him. I didn’t hear anything back, so I thought I would lay low for a couple of days – especially with Memorial Day and the possibility of him having plans. <br />
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Today I received a call from his office to set up an interview. I’m super excited and can’t wait for my chance to sit down and talk to him about the possibility of joining his team as a workforce development professional. Until today, he never saw my resume. <br />
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Moral of the story? Network, network, network.<br />
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Cheers,<br />
TiffenatorTiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-26257711385897941962011-04-24T23:11:00.000-04:002011-04-24T23:11:29.778-04:00NetworkingI’ve had friends ask me why I continue to grow my network and try to meet new people. It’s simple, if you want to find out about job opportunities, you need to be “in the know.” I know people that are hiring people and I know people that are seeking job/internship opportunities. Sometimes, I don’t know if somebody actually needs a person within their organization, so I ask. <br />
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This past Wednesday, the Lansing Breakfast Club met up at State Side Deli in Okemos. The waitress stated that the technology was a tad outdated and was difficult to separate our bill. There is an opportunity! I asked her if she thought an intern would be beneficial. She referred me to the owner, Spencer Soka. We chit chatted and I referred a marketing intern, Chelsea Sleeman, to him. <br />
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If you’ve had the pleasure of meeting me, you know I’m not shy. So, you might wonder how to approach people if you don’t know them or really have in mind an ice breaker. Some people have social anxiety and aren’t really confident when it comes to introducing themselves to complete strangers. Here’s some tips, ice breakers and suggestions to help you with networking.<br />
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<b>Use social media</b><br />
<i>Linked In</i> is a great way to start researching companies and also networking with employees. You can send them messages and ask what the company’s cultural environment is like from an insider’s perspective. You may start growing your network like crazy just by asking. <br />
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<i>Facebook </i>pages typically have become a part of doing business. You can find out about companies you are interested in, what type of community events they are involved with and sometimes even job postings.<br />
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<i>Twitter </i>has spread like wildfire among several businesses. Here in the Lansing area, search for the hashtags #Lansingbiz #LoveLansing. Several local businesses will tweet about events, jobs, specials and community events. It’s a great way of discovering what the company values and supports. <br />
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<b>Look for networking opportunities</b><br />
<i>Job fairs</i> are a great place to strike up conversations. Typically, job seekers have in mind the exact companies they want to apply for and overlook smaller companies they have never heard of. If you see a recruiter who is not busy and their company is one you haven’t heard of, ask them about their company. Unfortunately, many job seekers want to only give the larger corporations or the Fortune 500 companies. Rather than passing over the smaller businesses, think about the fact that the majority of business opportunities here in Lansing are within the small businesses. <br />
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<i>Get out in the community</i>. You’d be surprised at who you might meet by attending community events like Lansing First Fridays or Be a Tourist In Your Own Town. Local businesses are open longer and typically some of the higher ups will be on hand to welcome and greet the public. What better way to meet these professionals on their own turf when they are welcoming the public?<br />
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Join <i>networking groups</i> like the Lansing Breakfast Club (Wednesday mornings at 7:00AM at various locations), Lunch with a Punch (first Wednesday of every month from 12-1:00PM at Northwood University) or the Capital Area Michigan Works networking group (9:00AM Thursday mornings) with Lisa Wiley Parker.<br />
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Take some to <i>volunteer</i>, especially if you are unemployed. With all of the negative publicity shone on the unemployed and how their skills “suffer” by being out of work, why not find a local non-profit to help out? If you have excellent writing skills, offer to be a grant writer for a charity you want to help out. You can also have a chance to really explore what you would like to do. Have a passion for helping children? Why not get involved in your children’s school – with all of the cutbacks, teachers are always seeking volunteers. Do you love animals? Check out the local Humane Society for volunteer opportunities. Not only do you get a chance to help others and your community, but you are building your resume and possibly working your way into a company that would value your work ethics and skills. <br />
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<b>Make small talk</b><br />
Like a lady’s handbag? Ask her where she got it. Does a man have an interesting tie? Tell him. Now, don’t find 15 things to compliment, but one little thing is good at striking up a conversation. You don’t want to come across as being super fake, but you have the most interesting conversations with people about something as simple as a haircut. <br />
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We live in Michigan, you can always ask somebody where he or she’s from and they can show you on their hand. How cool is that? <br />
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I recently visited the Volunteers of America Thrift Store on Waverly Road/Saginaw Highway in Lansing. I wanted to look at a very flashy Baby Phat purse and the cashier that helped me was extremely helpful in showing me other purses when I discovered that the purse I had been eyeing was too small for me. As we got to chit chatting, we struck up a conversation and landed on the topic of me going to school for Human Resources Management. Much to my surprise, she had 17 years of HR experience. In all honesty, I would never had known or suspected to find a previous HR person working at Volunteers of America. The point I’m trying to make is this; just because somebody is a barista at your favorite cafe, a sales associate at a thrift store or a secretary for an insurance company, don’t assume that due to their title, they don’t have other skill sets, knowledge or experience in other fields.Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-41282603550591750232011-04-08T21:47:00.000-04:002011-04-08T21:47:38.523-04:00Capital Area Michigan Works & LEAP, Inc. Journey to JobsToday was an extremely wonderful and fantastic day for me and I have the feeling a lot of professionals made some great connections as well. From the moment I walked in until the moment I left, I was able to connect with other Lansing professionals, ran out of all 50+ business cards, and tried to spread the word about my passion for workforce development. For those of you watching my blog, you may notice it dramatically increases on hits from barely over 600 hits to more over the next few days and weeks. <br />
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But enough about me for now, I want to tell everyone about the amazing people I met today. I was able to actually meet some of my “tweeps” today along with some Linked In connections, including; Alicia Paterni, Executive Director from Capital Area Business Leadership Network (located within Capital Area Michigan Works in Lansing) and Emily White, Technical Recruiter from HRU Technical Resources, Steve Harmon, Human Resources Specialist and M. Miche Suboski from LEAP (Lansing Economic Area Partnership, Inc.). I also got to touch base with a fellow Davenport University alumni, Walter Shiflet who holds his PHR, MBA, BBA and ABA in Strategic Human Resources Management and International Business. We met a few months ago at a Business Etiquette Dinner hosted by Davenport. <br />
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I met an amazing man named Patrick Rich who is the coordinator for the Eaton Rapids Memorial Day Parade and also involved with other non-profit activities. He assists families of fallen soldiers in deciding if their loved ones will be buried locally or even in Arlington Cemetery. He told me about donating hair dryers to the VFW Home for the girls that live there. I’m truly convinced that Patrick is doing beyond his fair share helping out his community, but now he needs his community’s help in partnering with an organization that can truly support his efforts and use his many skills, talents and abilities and offer him a job within the field of helping others. <br />
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Speaking of reaching out to the community, I have to point out another amazing business right here in Lansing – Legacy Model & Talent Agency. As the name implies, this is a modeling and talent agency, but did you know that once a year they put on a fashion show where all of the models are cancer survivors? Their last year’s show included a variety of ages, even a six year old that had survived a rare bone cancer! I’m intrigued and I would like to help out in their next year’s survivors fashion show. <br />
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I met so many interesting job seekers with all sorts of backgrounds, from some that have a GED, high school diploma, professional certifications, associates, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees. I met one lady who is searching for a job and has extensive experience working with disabled individuals including her mother and two children – but keeps hitting road blocks because she doesn’t have the education required for many job opportunities out there. Another job seeker I connected with is a displaced teacher who has taught Spanish and is actively seeking a possible new career path. Several other ladies that I met are looking for administrative assistant positions. I sincerely hope that each and every professional that I have had the privilege of connecting with is fortunate to find a wonderful new career within a Lansing area business. <br />
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The setup of the Journey to Jobs was extremely effective, however I only wish I’d had more time to really connect with everyone there – job seekers and recruiters alike. Two hours flew by so quickly and there were so many great tidbits of advice exchanged. I hope to connect with everyone that I touched base with via Twitter, Linked In and even email. <br />
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Feel free to keep in touch and pass around this blog. I’ll be updating this over the next several days, adding new companies, schools, volunteering opportunities and networking groups. I’m even considering starting a new networking group that will meet up during the evenings or on weekends so more people can partake and have a chance to meet with local businesses in need of new talent. <br />
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Thanks!<br />
TiffenatorTiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-20458759332925213982011-03-31T15:38:00.000-04:002011-03-31T15:38:00.963-04:00Keep Learning... Our Future Depends On It & the Lansing River Trail<iframe width="480" height="295" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/t2jLu9wy5bw?fs=1" frameborder="0" allowFullScreen=""></iframe>Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-37729282326575496262011-03-29T23:32:00.000-04:002011-03-29T23:32:32.372-04:00Share your VisualCV<a href="http://www.visualcv.com/ogsq690">Share your VisualCV</a><br /><br /><br />This is a great way to create a professional online resume and portfolio. The neat thing is that this is a free service and you don't have to spend any money to create one. Once you create this online resume, you can save it as a pdf file and send it to potential employers or even print a copy off if you are on your way to an interview.Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-45636108692121918742011-03-28T22:59:00.000-04:002011-03-28T22:59:10.339-04:00Enhancing Creativity - Based on Lecture by Josh LinknerThe National Society of Leadership and Success welcomed Josh Linkner as one of our featured speakers at the Lettinga Grand Rapids Davenport University campus in February. I watched a recording of one of his speeches in regards to building creativity and thought I would share some of the major concepts.<br />
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1.Awaken Curiosity<br />
a. Curiosity is the DNA of creativity <br />
b. More curious = more creative<br />
c. Questions to ask<br />
i. Why?<br />
ii. What if?<br />
iii. Why not?<br />
d. Five “Why’s” – ask why five times<br />
2. Encourage Courage<br />
a. Stick with ideas<br />
b. Pike syndrome<br />
i. Imaginary barriers<br />
ii. We hold ourselves back<br />
3. Build a Greenhouse<br />
a. Environment matters<br />
b. Traditions can hold back<br />
c. Challenge conventional thinking<br />
i. Carving pumpkin<br />
ii. From bottom<br />
4. Unleash ideas<br />
a. Opposite<br />
i. List out conventional ways<br />
ii. Exact opposite ways of doing it<br />
b. Role storming<br />
i. Become different characters<br />
ii. Break through barriers or brain block<br />
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For more information on Josh Linkner, visit <a href="www.joshlinkner.com">www.joshlinkner.com</a>Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-54995586296006679462011-03-25T01:06:00.000-04:002011-03-25T01:06:16.638-04:00All in One Job Searching Toolkit: Fighting Brain Drain - A Losing Battle in Michigan?<a href="http://tiffenator.blogspot.com/2011/03/fighting-brain-drain-losing-battle-in.html#links">All in One Job Searching Toolkit: Fighting Brain Drain - A Losing Battle in Michigan?</a>Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-84771865336016853572011-03-25T00:55:00.000-04:002011-03-25T00:55:25.978-04:00Fighting Brain Drain - A Losing Battle in Michigan?<b>Congratulations on Graduating... By the Way - We Chose Somebody More Qualified</b><br />
Anytime I search for HR positions, ones that I know I'm qualified for (HR Assistant, payroll clerk, etc.), there are those lovely little words, "must have at least 3-5 years of HR experience." It's pretty difficult to get hands on HR experience if you can't find anything entry level in Human Resources...<br />
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I'm pursuing my bachelor's degree in HR management, maintaining a 3.92 GPA on a 4.0 scale, have become extremely involved with our local workforce development agency (grant volunteer)... yet I don't have 3-5 years of HR experience. I can not tell you how many rejection emails and letters I've received because a "more qualified candidate was selected." <br />
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<b>Work for Free & Get Job Experience</b><br />
I get frustrated when others tell me, "just take on an unpaid internship so you can get experience." These are fabulous ideas for traditional college students that are still living at home with their parents. But I doubt the company I intern or volunteer to work for is going to pipe up and volunteer to pay all of my bills. I'm a non-traditional student and have a family to support. <br />
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In addition to not being able to financially afford not being paid, I don't have enough time to gain 3-5 years of HR experience before I graduate. I'm currently a junior - I've finally returned to college after nearly a decade. Even if I start to intern for a great company, I'm not going to get that 3-5 years.<br />
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<b>Chasing After Carrots</b><br />
Have you ever noticed that certain companies will post and re-post one particular job over and over and over again? One company I've been watching has a position that I would love to call mine. I'd be working with disabled individuals and assisting them with career development and planning within the workforce development field. If you have gotten this far, I'm sure you've noticed I really like workforce development ;)<br />
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While I have the soft skills and passion for such a position, I don't quite have my bachelor's degree. Once I have my degree, I might have a shot for it... Then again, probably not since I won't have those 3-5 years of HR experience. <br />
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<b>So... How Can Michigan Businesses Help?</b><br />
There are three main paradigm shifts that Michigan businesses can take to stop this:<br />
1. Offer Entry Level Jobs for College Grads<br />
2. Offer Paid Internships<br />
3. Offer Mentoring or On The Job Training Programs for Grads<br />
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By offering entry level positions to recent college graduates, businesses are not pushing these grads out of state. Think about investing $50,000 and then watching it burn in front of you - same concept. Students spend an outrageous amount of money on higher education so they can get those essential degrees. Then they get into their junior or senior years of college and wake up to the realization that they just are not welcomed here in Michigan. All businesses, whether small or big, need to band together and start offering entry level positions to keep and attract the young professionals in. <br />
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Another advantage of hiring a new graduate is the fact that they aren't "set in their way" or stuck in the mind frame that change isn't productive. You get an eager, willing to learn and take on new responsibilities, along with creative and innovative perspectives that could prove to be a huge asset to your business. <br />
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With high numbers of unemployed and underemployed people and several scholarships and grant money available for college educations, the "traditional" student is becoming less and less "traditional." You now have single parents who are the sole provider for their children in the mix. Often times, these non-traditional students aren't in a position where they would be able to work for free. <br />
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So if a single parent wants to get some valuable hands on immersion, are they supposed to quit their job and volunteer to intern within a corporation? What about welfare reform laws? People are disqualified from any assistance if they up and quit their jobs. So... why don't businesses offer a step-pay scale for their internships? Below is a proposed pay scale for undergraduate interns:<br />
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Freshman Level</b><br />
0-15 credits $8.00 per hour<br />
16-30 credits $9.00 per hour<br />
<b>Sophomore Level</b><br />
31-45 credits $10.00 per hour<br />
46-60 credits $11.00 per hour<br />
<b>Junior Level - Associate's Degree</b><br />
61-75 credits $12.00 per hour<br />
76-90 credits $13.00 per hour<br />
<b>Senior Level</b><br />
91-105 credits $14.00 per hour<br />
106-120 credits $17.50 per hour<br />
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If businesses are able to recruit a freshmen in college and that student works diligently and continues employment during the entire course of their four year degree, loyalty, dedication and the corporate culture is being absorbed by that student. Why hire an outsider that may be stuck in their own ways or accustomed of their previous employer's policies and not be a good fit within the culture of your company? Think about a dedicated, eager and hard working student that wants to work for you because you took a gamble on them and they want to prove their worth to you.<br />
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Management trainee programs and mentoring opportunities need to also increase. BNSF Railroad <a href="http://www.bnsf.com/careers/explore-team-bnsf/management-trainee/"></a> offers a Management Training program in Texas. This is an actual company that I'm very serious about applying to if I can't land a job after I receive my bachelor's in May 2013. Unfortunately, I haven't seen Michigan businesses offering these programs.<br />
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In this economy it truly is an employer's market and they are afforded the luxury of holding out for the best of the best in their hiring decisions. Unfortunately, it's pushing grads out of state and companies continue to post and re-post the same exact positions multiple times while the open position remains unfilled. <br />
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Capital Area Michigan Works currently has an online survey for college students. Feel free to participate and pass it along to other college students. The website is <a href="http://ht.ly/4lDNP"></a>Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6253165481759371166.post-10997437866188491732011-03-14T21:50:00.000-04:002011-03-14T21:50:07.266-04:00April 8 2011 Journey to Jobs WorkshopThere is a link to the right where you can register for this great networking and job seeking opportunity. Below is more information:<br />
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"Greater Lansing Journey to Jobs is a one day workshop and recruiting event hosted by Leap, Inc. and Capital Area Michigan Works!. <br />
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Register now for the free event where you can practice the skills needed to land a job, network with dozens of hiring employers in the tri-county area. Job seekers will also learn more about various educational programs available in the area.<br />
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New this year, the Growing Companies Internship Luncheon is an networking luncheon open to students who attend Journey to Jobs who are interested in interning for a growing entrepreneurial company in Greater Lansing. If you are interested in attending, please indicate on the following page. Open to the first 100 students who register for Greater Lansing Journey to Jobs. <br />
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More details on workshops will be provided at a later date.<br />
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Schedule of Events: <br />
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7:30-8:00 a.m. Registration<br />
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8:15-9:00 a.m. Welcome<br />
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9:15 -10:15 a.m. Workshop Break Out Sessions<br />
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10:30-11:30 a.m. Workshop Break Out Sessions<br />
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11:30-1:00 p.m. Open Campus Lunch (Growing Companies Internship Luncheon)<br />
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1:00-3:00 p.m. Job Zone/Keep Learning Zone<br />
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Please attend Greater Lansing Journey to Jobs dressed professionally with extra copies of your resume and an electronic copy of your resume. There will be opportunities for resume assistance if needed, but limited amount of time and computers available. You must attend the entire conference to gain access to the Job Zone in the afternoon where you can interview with hiring employers.<br />
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We will have more information on participating employers soon."Tiffany Bryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02073868204578113661noreply@blogger.com0