jobs&amp;+goals

==**If you are not ready to start looking for work yet, that is, you are still looking at career options and your skills then scroll down to the section 'Thinking about career and jobs and matching skills and passion'.**==

some job search sites: employment & recruitment http://www.seek.com.au/ lists vacancies and research of companies and allows you to publish your resume http://www.mycareer.com.au/ employment, jobsearch and career managment [|http://jobsearch.gov.au] national vacancy database [|http://www.careerone.com.au] recruitment & career managment [|http://www.defencejobs.gov.au] Australian Defence Force [|http://www.recruiting.wapol.gov.au] WA police service

AUSTRALIAN LINKS GENERAL [|www.training.wa.gov.au/tic] training info centre, Dept of Training [|www.tafe.wa.gov.au] TAFE handbook [|http://getaccess.westone.wa.gov.au] WA online career info [|www.apprenticeships.training.wa.gov.au] a guide for employers, apprentices and trainees [|http://jobguide.thegoodguides.com.au] search occupational profiles by industry, interest, index [|http://www.myfuture.edu.au] career guidance & info [|http://www.workplace.gov.au] a portal into various career, training and employment sites http://www.training.gov.au/access access, options and opportunities http://au.tmp.com/ recruitment & career management http://www.jobnet.com.au/ IT jobsearch [|http://www.itskillshub.com.au] industry info & trends, what employers need, course & career info [|http://www.itforwomen.com.au] as it sounds! [|http://www.cdirect.com.au] contractors direct - IT professionals [|http://www.herenow.com.au] Australian resume server for high Tech sector [|http://www.employment.com.au] job vacancies, resumes, company profiles, career guidance package called 'career match' [|http://www.monsterboard.com.au] job &career search, resumes, Australia & overseas, company profiles & career advice [|http://www.CareerOne.com.au] jobs, resumes, career management [|http://www.joblist.com.au] official site for WA State Gov. [|http://www.resumebank.com.au] resume post for all types of professional positions

preparing for a job interview listen to podcast [] job terms cross word [] other sites Wikispace - http://jobequip.wikispaces.com/ EDNA - http://www.groups.edna.edu.au/course/view.php?id=92#13 Protopage - http://www.protopage.com/jobequip PDA (Pageflake Digital Organiser) is: http://www.pageflakes.com/wheres.dot.ashx


 * Postcard from the Field -** [|www.protopage.com/nswames1]

WATCH AND READ ABOUT WORK [|http://employprep.podOmatic.com/entry/2006-10-16T15_11_25-07_00]

'Thinking about career and jobs and matching skills and passion'.
Try the link below to help you think about matching your passion and talents and jobs Do I have the vision & commitment?

setting goals that motivate

The following information was adapted from : [|www.jobsearch.gov.au].

Remember when we were young and what we thought we wanted to be when we grew up and how it changed every week/ month/ year!

1. Think back and write down some of those dreams you had, do you still have some of them or have they broadened into areas rather than careers? Make a list. A fireman/ woman Working outside Something creative with mind/ hands Working with others caring/ social/ Art therapy …..

2. get your friends to help discuss your skills and abilites walk the talk 3. click here for setting SMART goals activities


 * __THINGS TO THINK ABOUT__**

2. Think also about what kind of work pattern would best suit your personality and lifestyle.
 * Part time/ full time/ job share/** casual, contract, **work from home….a mix?**


 * 3. make a list of your networks: family, sporting friends, coffee friends, art group friends, school friends….**


 * 4. have you told these friends you’re looking for work/ experience/ job share/ a party plan…**

How do we build networks? Is your shyness like a prison, stopping you doing things, meeting new people? Do you feel people are looking at you, judging you, criticising you, judging what you're wearing, passing judgment on your looks, actions...? The only person doing this is yourself- be good to yourself -repeat- I'm ok, I look ok, I'm right. Look others in the eye and smile, try to say good morning, afternoon, evening. They may not repeat it back- they may be shy also or they are preoccupied with something. Don't give up keep smiling and greeting people and they will pass it on to others, until eventually it comes back to you and you've made the world a more social place! We don't want a world of anti social -strangers!
 * How do we over come shyness?**


 * Try this**: switch your focus from you (and your feelings of awkwardness) to the person you're speaking to. Ask them questions, make them open questions to keep the conversation going. Begin questions with: 'In what way...? Tell me about...? How...?' Throw in the odd compliment, talk about them, remember things about them, soon they'll feel important, the focus will be off you, you'll be thought of as caring and compassionate and the most popular person around!

If you are asking/ looking for approval in what others see in you, you are making yourself vulnerable –If you are giving it – it makes you bullet proof!

Sometimes others can misinterpret your shyness as rudeness, arrogance, pride (Is your silence saying-‘I can’t be bothered talking or listening to you’?) Silence/ shyness can mean for others- hidden hostility! (The message you could be sending is ‘I’m scared because you’re dangerous)

Essentially the meaning is not derived from what we meant but how it was received. The response we get from the other person is really the meaning of our communication. Both verbally and non-verbally. Pure communication (unless between 2 computers) is almost impossible. There is always 'noise' that interferes with our messages. Noise could be: hunger, sleepy, wrong time, wrong words, wrong tone... To be highly effective at communicating a person has to be sensitive enough to understand as to how his communication is being received and processed. The communicator should be sensitive to eye movements, postural and gestural complexes, skin colour, muscle tension, breathing rate and position to understand the quality of how their communication is being received. If the outcome of any communication is not what was intended, then you have to change the way you are communicating the message until the message is received in the way you want it to be. That's effective communication!
 * The meaning of our communication is the response we get:** People are always communicating, verbally and non-verbally. Research shows that only 7% of the meaning of our communication is through words. The rest of the communication process takes place through body language, tone of voice and the various signals words cannot convey. That's means that 93% of what we communicate is not from our words!! If we communicate a message and it is received by a person in a way other than what we intended than we did not communicate effectively.

In any group people give energy or drain energy. To have a successful group/ party/ meeting there needs to be more givers than takers. For example a giver sees a shy friend at the party, they bring them over and introduce them to others who make conversation. If the energy taker does not contribute energy to the conversation it will soon be drained and people will look to others to ‘recharge’.


 * Use Active listening**: Encouraging signals and gestures to keep them talking and show your interest. These include: eye contact, head nods, mimic their small gestures and facial expressions (men may not show these to each as much as women), lean forward, don't close your body gestures and use encouraging small words (yes, ah ha, hmm, really, wow, great, oh no!) If you have trouble talking be a great listener. Use that energy wasted on stress/ anxiety/ shyness to energetic listening. If you appear glued to what someone is saying no one will notice you're not talking!


 * Use Reflective listening:**

This is all great for making friends and networking, but for an interview you really will need to talk!


 * Make it your mission to rescue other shy people!**

To find work in this way, **we have to be pro-active and make it happen.** We have got to chase up leads and create opportunities. We have to use the networks we have and expand those networks. However, it takes a fair amount of self-confidence to approach an employer.
 * The way we seek work has changed.** These days, only a small percentage of jobs are advertised in newspapers. Many jobs are advertised on the internet or exclusively through employment and recruitment agencies. What is even more effective is “word of mouth” and “cold canvassing” – using the network of people we know and approaching employers directly.

Technical skills** are the specialised skills and knowledge required to perform specific duties. For example, driving a forklift, arranging flowers, word processing, window cleaning, gardening, bookkeeping, and nursing. Each one of these broader skills is made up of many specific skills a person must be able to do in order to complete those technical tasks.
 * __Create a skills audit:__

customer service, problem solving, communication, and organisation.
 * Transferable skills** are the basic skills required to perform a variety of tasks. They can be “transferred” from one area of work to another. For example, skills in money handling,

and style of operation. For example, the ability to work under pressure, to work unsupervised, and being trustworthy, honest, and reliable.
 * Personal skills** are the individual attributes you have such as attitudes, personality, work habits,

Too often, we think only about our technical skills as they are easiest to identify. Though these are important, employers want a person for more than just their ability to do a specific task. How you approach the task and interact with others is also particularly significant.

In the changing world of work, your transferable and personal skills are increasingly important. If you have a clear understanding of your skills, it helps you to be more confident when you approach employers. It also helps you to consider other patterns and forms of employment, and should enable you to explore realistic work options.

Have you ever heard a woman describing herself as being “Just a mother?” Think about the skills that are required to perform those diverse duties! think about all the skills and abilities that you have acquired through your lifetime, from a range of sources including your hobbies, your sporting activities, your school and other training, your work, and your interests.
 * The technical skills include:** food preparation, washing, cleaning, driving a car, child care skills, and more.
 * The transferable skills include:** budgeting, organising, planning, money handling, meeting deadlines, co–ordination skills, ability to prioritise tasks, and more.
 * The personal skills include:** reliability, ability to work unsupervised, trustworthy, and more.

You may find it useful to get a friend to add to your list. SEE OUR PAGE THE CRYSTAL BALL

4. (C + HR class licences) Keyboard skills Word processing Operate a cash register Play piano and guitar || Excellent verbal communication skills Good at problem solving Money handling skills Good organiser || Hard working Reliable & honest Able to work under pressure Outgoing and friendly ||
 * **My technical skills** || **My transferable skills** || **My personal skills** ||
 * Drive cars and trucks

Tara has always loved animals, especially dogs. When she left school, Tara really didn’t know what she wanted to do, so she went fruit picking in the orchards down south. Not having any previous experience, she was able to get a job by using her networks – a friend of her cousin in Donnybrook needed pickers, and the cousin was able to put in a good word for Tara.
 * Tara****’s Story:**

This work helped her to decide one thing – she liked being in the city! On moving back to the city, Tara asked at the local fruit and vegetable shop about work possibilities, and on the strength of her experience picking fruit, she scored a part-time job there. It was 20 hours a week, and not enough to live on.

Thinking about other options, she put a sign in the shop window offering to walk people’s dogs, and was surprised how many people were prepared to pay her to exercise their dogs. Now she also spends another 10 to 15 hours a week doing what she loves most of all – being with dogs. By targeting a neighbouring high density housing suburb, Tara’s dog walking service is growing.

application form || Research a Party plan || keep copies of all your applications, letters, resume versions || “selling yourself” to others || Tell friends you’re looking for work Get a variety of work experience || Follow up with a repeat visit in a week || to search. || Walk the shops & look for signs in the window || Look newspapers, particularly Wednesday & Saturday || local community newspaper. || Record telephone contacts, dates, numbers, times & outcomes - track your efforts & organise follow-up. || “cold canvassing” In person/ on the phone || leave a copy of you resume with an employer. || note names & address –cold canvass or any employment signs? || Ask work experience employer to be a referee/ their networks/ similar organisations opportunities || “cold canvassing” In person/ on the phone || keep your options open Apply for own business seed funding ||
 * **The job game**: brainstorm some actions and steps you can take to find work/ create work / work experience and voluntary work. Write them in the squares, some may be repeated. Cut them out & stick them to a path to make a snakes and ladder game. ||
 * || network || Cold call || **stay positive…** || Job share ||
 * Get your paperwork organised || ring an organisation/ shop / company for an
 * Up date your resume || Follow up network leads -it involves
 * record on paper- names & addresses, people spoken to, and information -leads || identify the employers and areas you want
 * look in your
 * Do a short course || Use your special talents/ energy to create your own business || Follow up a network contact || Change voluntary work ||
 * Register with CES/RUAH/mission Aust. || Up date your resume ||  ||   ||
 * drive around the light industrial &/or retail areas near home


 * About references and referees: These days, written references are nice to have, but are not worth much.** Most potential employers would rather speak to a referee on the telephone to get an honest idea of how you conduct yourself at work.


 * A referee:** someone willing to be contacted by telephone to provide information about you. Make sure to ask your referees if they are willing to speak on your behalf, and inform them of any positions you have applied for. The more positive they are about you, the better!
 * A reference** is a written testimonial prepared by a previous employer, or a teacher, or family friend - someone who can vouch for your character, skills and abilities. It is normally in the form of a letter and copies of references may be attached to your resume when you apply for positions, or may be provided if requested.

click here for sample resumes & application letters (covering letters)

Keep a record of who and when you spoke to people, use the table below Contact list & Address** || **Contact Person Title & Phone Number** || **Work Applied For** || **What Happened** || **Interview Date** || **Outcome** || **Follow up Date** || if you are applying for a government job or with a large organisation they may require a selection criteria, even if you are applying for non government jobs selection criteria are helpful to prepare for your interview follow the link for samples
 * __KEEP YOURSELF ORGANISED__**
 * **Date of contact** ||  ||   || **Business Name

Do you really want to work in a large organisation or a government job? the benifits may be training opportunities and security but watch this slide show for some of the negatives! Sample job advertisements

Position No: 23/00
 * Administrative Assistant** (Level 1)

Applications for the above position are sought from suitably qualified persons who will function as a member of a team in the Customer Services Division within the City of Mount Elisa.
 * $21990-$27990 pa**

Good written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated customer service skills. Ability to prioritise work. Ability to work in a team environment.
 * Qualifications and experience:**
 * Essential:**

Experience in Word Processing, specifically MS Word. Experience working in the local Government sector. Further information contact: Mr J. Forrest on (08) 9921 3333 For an application package contact: Mr K.P. Board on (08) 9921 3312
 * Desirable:**


 * CLOSING DATE:** Written applications addressing the selection criteria and a copy of your resume including 2 referees should be marked “Confidential Advertised Vacancy” quoting the position number and addressed to: The Recruitment Officer, City of Mount Elisa, PO Box 000, Mount Elisa WA 6999


 * No later than 5:00pm Friday 25 February 2005.**

NO FAXED, LATE OR PROFORMA APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. The City of Mount Elisa is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the Public Sector Standards in relation to recruitment, selection, and appointment.

_ __**Using the Telephone and Planning Your Calls** Some job advertisements ask you to contact the business or a particular person by telephone. The more organised you are before you make your call, the more effective the conversation will be.

• Think about the information that is needed and write it down. Have your resume and other relevant information (eg. school reports, references, qualifications) handy. • Know something about the kind of work and what you would be required to do. • Prepare some questions to ask the employer. • Have a pen and paper handy. • Be prepared to say why you want the position. • Turn off the radio or television so there are no distractions.
 * Step 1 -Before you make the telephone call**

• Speak clearly and confidently. • Give a greeting - such as “Good Morning” or “Good Afternoon”. • Politely explain your reason for ringing. • Ask to speak to the person mentioned in the advertisement or the person in charge of interviewing.
 * Step2-When the telephone is answered**

“Good morning, Money Matters. May I help you?”
 * Here is a way of starting a telephone conversation**
 * Receptionist:**

“Good morning. My name is Joe Black. I am enquiring about the Clerical Officer position which was advertised in The West Australian on the 15th of January. I am very interested in this position. May I speak with the personnel officer please?” “One moment please, I’ll put you through.” “Thank you”. “Ralph Richards speaking”.
 * Joe Black:**
 * Receptionist:**
 * Job seeker:**
 * Mr Richards:**

“Good morning Mr Richards. My name is Joe Black and I am telephoning to apply for the Clerical Officer position which was advertised in last Saturday’s West Australian.”
 * Joe Black:**

“Thank you for your enquiry. I will need to get some details from you over the telephone to start with”…
 * Mr Richards:**

• Give informative answers. • Sound keen and interested. • Ask for questions to be repeated if you do not understand. • Ask any questions you have prepared, if appropriate. • If you are asked to attend an interview, write down all the information about the interview, including the employer’s name and address, date and time of interview, what you need to take along, and who you need to ask for when you arrive at the interview. • If you are not granted an interview, ask if the employer knows of other businesses with vacancies.
 * When speaking to the interviewer:**

• Think about how the telephone call went and how you might improve your telephone skills. • Place the details of the telephone call on your Job Search Contact List.__
 * After the telephone call**

_ __**The interview**

• What aspects of this job interest you most? • What do you consider your special skills and abilities are? • Have you had any work experience in this type of work? • What do you know about our company? • Are you active in any clubs or community organisations? • What are your leisure activities/hobbies/interests? • Which of your school subjects interested you most? • What are your long term career plans? • Would you undertake further training if it was required for this position? • How do you cope with new situations/procedures? • How do you feel about working as part of a team? • Would you be prepared to work overtime or on weekends if required? • When could you start?__
 * Typical Questions Employers ask:**

stay positive- be kind to yourself!__ Always have a plan B & C & D! While you are waiting to hear from one job (plan A) start work on plan (job) B&C Yippy, I won lotto- I achieved my goal! Not likely! Are your goals realistic? Sometimes we don’t realise we have achieved our goals until we look back & see that we do have what we wanted- a close loving family, a comfortable life, well being. We have found our goal has been achieved but it is in another form and another time, but in a way that really does fit with everyone who is important in our lives. We keep our goals distant when we think they are 'must haves'. When we let go of the ‘must have’ we set ourselves free to achieve what we really want and perhaps need. The secret behind much of life's real achievements is paradoxical - we need to give (up) to receive.
 * be organised, file your work and take control of your life
 * Get motivated and stay motivated - make priorities - your health and well being comes first!
 * Identify clear outcomes in all areas of your life
 * Use S-M-A-R-T criteria for making goals come true Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, timely
 * Eliminate limiting/negative beliefs and decisions
 * Release unwanted emotions and behaviours from the past (would you carry a bag of rotten apples everywhere? let it go!)
 * Visualise your future so that it's more compelling, motivating and exciting for you
 * 1. We cannot expect to achieve our goals in precisely the way that we think we want them.**