We are LIVE! Welcome to the #nonprofit #jobsearch webinar for black and brown leaders, led by @BkMadzel, @NakiaJamesJenk1, and Lori Clement.
Topic: Job Hunting During A Period of Layoffs and Uncertainty.
We'll be sharing highlights from the conversation.
Topic: Job Hunting During A Period of Layoffs and Uncertainty.
We'll be sharing highlights from the conversation.
The pandemic has changed the job search landscape. Most notably, remote work and the introduction of a virtual job search process.
This moment presents opportunities to reflect, reevaluate your career goals, and learn.
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This moment presents opportunities to reflect, reevaluate your career goals, and learn.
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Q: In these times, should a candidate compromise on wants like compensation, work location, etc?
A: Determine what is important to you. Be clear on your desired compensation, work-life integration, and professional development. Negotiate. Don't compromise.
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A: Determine what is important to you. Be clear on your desired compensation, work-life integration, and professional development. Negotiate. Don't compromise.
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Q: What is a holistic approach to job searching during a pandemic?
A: Be strategic! Be intentional when leveraging your network. Be clear about what you need - a reference, advice, a referral, etc. Make it easy for people to support you.
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A: Be strategic! Be intentional when leveraging your network. Be clear about what you need - a reference, advice, a referral, etc. Make it easy for people to support you.
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Q: How to stand out during your job search
A: The first step is to do great work!
- Create a personal circle of people who keep you accountable. Your core network
- Name and reflect your identity in ways that you are proud of. Let people know who you are.
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A: The first step is to do great work!
- Create a personal circle of people who keep you accountable. Your core network
- Name and reflect your identity in ways that you are proud of. Let people know who you are.
#NonprofitCareerChat
Invest in yourself and career development:
- A professional coach (if you can afford it)
- Books
- Courses, etc.
.@LinkedIn is a thing. Use it!
- LinkedIn is a great place to show your work, communities you belong to, your conferences, and interests.
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- A professional coach (if you can afford it)
- Books
- Courses, etc.
.@LinkedIn is a thing. Use it!
- LinkedIn is a great place to show your work, communities you belong to, your conferences, and interests.
#NonprofitCareerChat
Q: How to work with an executive recruiter.
A: Respond to emails from recruiters. If you are not interested in the opportunity, refer 3 people (especially people of color). For future reference, let the recruiter know what you're looking for.
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A: Respond to emails from recruiters. If you are not interested in the opportunity, refer 3 people (especially people of color). For future reference, let the recruiter know what you're looking for.
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PowerUp Tip: Enter every conversation with the mindset that you're wanted, you bring value, and you can make a difference.
You deserve to be there!
You belong at the table!
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You deserve to be there!
You belong at the table!
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Q: As a person of color, what are some things to look for in your next employer?
A: Here are a few things:
- Diversity statement
- Diversity in leadership and team
- DEI history & metrics
- Culture
- Compensation
- Community (e.g. Affinity groups)
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A: Here are a few things:
- Diversity statement
- Diversity in leadership and team
- DEI history & metrics
- Culture
- Compensation
- Community (e.g. Affinity groups)
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Continued:
A: Ask questions about their approach to diversity and see how they respond. Are they open to a conversation? Are they a learning organization that is growing and making strides to increase diversity and create an inclusive environment?
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A: Ask questions about their approach to diversity and see how they respond. Are they open to a conversation? Are they a learning organization that is growing and making strides to increase diversity and create an inclusive environment?
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Continued:
A: If you are the first (or one of the few) person/people of color in the organization, decide if you are able to be the first and only. Understand what that requires from you and if you're in a position to lead in this regard.
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A: If you are the first (or one of the few) person/people of color in the organization, decide if you are able to be the first and only. Understand what that requires from you and if you're in a position to lead in this regard.
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Q: How can working parents request support in these times?
A: Be clear about what you need. Discuss with the recruiter or hiring manager and ask what the company is willing/able to do to support parents (e.g. flexible schedule, a four-day workweek).
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A: Be clear about what you need. Discuss with the recruiter or hiring manager and ask what the company is willing/able to do to support parents (e.g. flexible schedule, a four-day workweek).
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Q: What advice do you have for job seekers over 50?
A: Know that your experiences are relevant and needed. Be purposeful about telling your story and the value you bring to the role.
To avoid tech bias, demonstrate tech competency throughout the process.
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A: Know that your experiences are relevant and needed. Be purposeful about telling your story and the value you bring to the role.
To avoid tech bias, demonstrate tech competency throughout the process.
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Q: How can you negotiate compensation?
A: Be clear about your desired compensation. Conversations about salary should be done midway/or later in the process. If you're working with a recruiter, it's okay to discuss compensation earlier.
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A: Be clear about your desired compensation. Conversations about salary should be done midway/or later in the process. If you're working with a recruiter, it's okay to discuss compensation earlier.
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Q: What are some best practices for writing a cover letter?
A: Use the cover letter to tell your story.
- Make sure it is aligned with the job description.
- Highlight your achievements and why you are the right person for the job.
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A: Use the cover letter to tell your story.
- Make sure it is aligned with the job description.
- Highlight your achievements and why you are the right person for the job.
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Q: How to make the leap from one industry to another.
A: Do a self-assessment to clarify what you're looking for and determine your transferable skills?
- Research the industry and companies to get a sense of available roles and culture.
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A: Do a self-assessment to clarify what you're looking for and determine your transferable skills?
- Research the industry and companies to get a sense of available roles and culture.
#NonprofitCareerChat
Summary: A good job search requires a great strategy. Do a self-assessment to gain clarity about your next steps, desired compensation, and ideal work environment.
Begin your search with the right mindset. You are wanted. You bring value. You belong! #NonprofitCareerChat
Begin your search with the right mindset. You are wanted. You bring value. You belong! #NonprofitCareerChat
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