PMLL Episode 0048 PMJOBSHOP: Discussion with Sharon Horan of NJ Department of Labor

These are the notes from the PMlessonLearned.com Conference Call:

Topic: PM JOB SHOP
Presentation Title: Discussion with Sharon Horan of NJ Department of Labor
Leader: Henry Will, PMP
PM Job Shop Group Hosts: Mike Chrepta and Scott Percival
Presenter: Sharon Horan of NJ Department of Labor
Date: 09Oct2008
Podcast number: 0048
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Notes from the call:

• Sometimes we're laid off, not because of us, but because of finances - don't take it personally
• The best attitude of a job seeker
  
• Mock Interviews
• Networking and networking groups
  
• Being engaged when seeking a position
• Being upbeat and positive
• Emphasizing your strengths
• Handling the emotions
  
• Don't go it alone
• Take advantage of the PSG (free) classes
• Dept of Labor offers tuition assistance for career training
  

Some of the websites are:

• wnjpin.net and the link there to O*Net
• www.ioscar.org/tx/index.asp (self-assessment)
• www.rileyguide.com (general job search techniques; assessment tools)
  
• www.onetcenter.org (job profiles; skills identification; keywords)
• College websites are helpful, even general sites (such as about.com) have job search information and guidance

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