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GAJ Mod 3 Who Can Help You
GAJ Mod 3 Who Can Help You
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ACTIVITY PACK
Getting a Job 3
Who Can Help You?
This pack contains three activities to help you apply what you have learned in the ‘Who
Can Help You’ module.
In Activity 2 you will explore who you know and can help you in your job search.
In Activity 3 you will explore different resources to help you to learn about networking
1. There are many different people who can help you in your job
search, including job advisors, family, friends, and recruitment
agencies.
2. Not everyone will have access to jobs or know about the industry you
want to work in, but they may be able to offer useful advice.
3. It’s a two-way relationship, so you should do some preparation before
you speak to people to ensure you get the most out of it.
QUESTION ANSWER
TOP TIPS
o Advisors are found in different places. Try and explore all avenues.
o Advisors can support you BUT you must put in the required time and effort.
o Advisors are on your side. They are committed to making a difference in your life
and the community.
o Advisors know the process, so be honest about your circumstances, history and
experience.
Advisor
Teachers
Family
Friends
Once you know who might be helpful, reach out to them requesting time to meet or speak
with them. It is important to be polite and to be clear about what you would like to get out of
a conversation with them. An example of what you might say is below.
Hi Sam,
My name is Jenny Brown. I received your email address from my colleague Shelly
who worked with you last year. She told me that you have your Comptia A+
certificate and work as a project manager. I’m finishing up my certificate in a week
and would like a career in project management. If you would be willing, I would love
to hear about your career experience and get some advice for my own journey.
Please let me know.
Best,
Jenny
o Veterans
o Workers With a Criminal Conviction
o Older Workers
o Young Adults
o Laid-off Workers
o Entry Level Workers
ADDITIONAL LINKS
o The Muse
o Who Can Help?
o Why Network?
o 10 Networking Tips
REMEMBER
These Activity Packs are yours to keep. Make sure you review them regularly and
keep them updated.
You can also discuss them with advisors, friends, family and anyone else you trust to
provide valuable feedback.
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PAQUETE DE
ACTIVIDADES
Conseguir un Trabajo 3
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¿Quién te puede ayudar?
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Este paquete contiene tres actividades para ayudarte a aplicar lo que has aprendido en el
módulo "¿Quién te puede ayudar?".
PREGUNTA RESPUESTA
CONSEJOS
Una vez que sepas quién puede ser útil, comunícate con ellos y pídeles tiempo para
reunirse y hablar. Es importante ser educado y tener claro los resultados que deseas
obtener de la conversación con ellos. A continuación, se muestra un ejemplo de lo que
podría decir.
Asesores
Profesores
Familia
Amigos
Hola Sam,
Atentamente,
Jenny
o Veteranos
o Trabajadores con condena penal
o Trabajadores mayores
o Adultos jóvenes
o Trabajadores despedidos
o Trabajadores de nivel de entrada
ENLACES ADICIONALES
o La Muse
o ¿Quién puede ayudar?
o ¿Porque un red?
o 10 Consejos para tu red
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