The webinar discussed how the modern job market has become more transparent and fast-paced due to social media and new technologies. It emphasized using social networks to proactively connect with potential employers and expand one's professional network by sharing valuable content. Candidates were advised to establish an online presence that highlights their skills and experience while avoiding unprofessional content. Finally, the webinar noted that while technology has changed certain aspects of the hiring process, fundamentals like dressing professionally and following up remain important.

1. JCSI CareerAssist Webinar: Get Noticed, Get Hired Presenting Yourself In An Open Job Market Dave McKeon, Brian Cavoli, and Pedro Silva September 9, 2009

2. Presenters Dave McKeon, GameOn LLC is an Executive, Business & Career Coach Brian Cavoli, JCSI is Director of Marketing and Social Media Strategies Pedro Silva, JCSI Candidate Relationship Manager/ Communications Strategist

3. Welcome to a Whole New Job Market Today’s job market is one of high visibility. We live in a try before you buy society. Social Media allows candidates and companies to look deeper and learn more about each other before a commitment is made. But you already knew that.

5. The Customization Trend

6. Accelerated selection process

7. The Google Age

8. Show me the value!

9. 5 to 1 candidate to job ratio

10. Influence of Social Technologies

12. Presentation options virtually unlimited

14. Social Media Opens Doors With social media you can connect with people over common interests before ever meeting them in person. Cold calls can become warm leads. Do you take advantage of the opportunity to connect with others?

15. In Person Networking Social media offers an enhancement to in person networking, not a replacement. Get out and meet people. When appropriate, putting a face to a name: Fosters trust Makes the connection more memorable Gives an impression of your ability to interact with people Did you know that twitter users are increasingly getting together for a

16. Where Can I Meet People? You can visit sites like www.job-hunt.org and www.meetup.com to find groups in your area. Libraries are also a great place to network with people. You can then follow-up with them using social media and expand your network. I have 1,000 friends on Facebook. So are you on Twitter?

18. Lack of control once information is “out there”

19. Not the “networking type”

20. Too many options

21. Confidence

22. Not a good writer

24. How Do You Get Started? Many people have signed up for one online network or the other, but have not taken full advantage of what they have to offer. We call this a “false start”. Is this you or someone you know?

25. Getting Started (Continued) Find friends or colleagues that are using social media and ask them to help Revisit inactive accounts or sign up to one of the major outlets where you are most likely to know people Start listening and when you’re ready, contribute to the conversation

26. How Do I Get Noticed? The key is to SHARE! If you are adding value, you will get noticed.

27. It’s a BIG World Out There

28. Why It Matters? This is your opportunity to impact the people you want to attract by demonstrating what you contribute to your industry. It’s as simple as nature. Just ask yourself: Is my content impactful? Is my content neutral? Is my content working against me? Clue: You’re going for A! Funny picture. Simple fact. When you plant good seeds in good soil and give them what they need, they will grow. The same is true for networking. Try it and see.

29. What Is Good Seed? If it adds value to others it’s good. Share what you know and learn. You can build a website like www.rorycullen.com to show an employer what you have to offer. You can find your calling. (Started by a candidate trying to find a job.) You can help others. (Started with a single tweet)

30. What Is Bad Seed? We’ve all heard the horror stories. So think if you would want an employer or future coworker reading it. If not, press delete or keep your settings private. If this is you , it’s not too late. Just remember one word:

32. Arrive to interview on time

33. Speak clearly

34. Confirm with references

35. Listen Attentively Respond Accordingly (LARA)

36. Confirm follow-up

38. This is an unprecedented opportunity to expand your network

39. The key to making lasting connections is to create value for others

40. Your online presence is a window in your world SO GET NOTICED AND GET HIRED!

41. Questions?

42. Contact Information Dave McKeon, CBC, PCC davem@gameonllc.com 800-467-0551 www.gameonllc.com Brian Cavoli bcavoli@jcsi.net 888-JCSI-INC www.jcsi.net Pedro Silva psilva@jcsi.net 888-JCSI-INC http://jcsicareerassist.wordpress.com www.jcsi.net