norman amundson university of british columbia [email protected]
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Integrates an agenda with a learner appreciation model
Length of time – 2 days, 3 weeks, 6 weeks
Focus on Self Reflection and Assessment
Welcoming – introductions
Expectations
Norms – guidelines for behavior
Roadmap – employability dimensions (readiness, exploration, skill training, job search, maintenance, growth)
Emotional Reactions – use the emotional roller coaster to locate and discuss emotions
In-depth exploration of success stories (Pattern Identification Exercise, Circle of Strength)
The Wheel
Qualitative – eg. Individual Style Survey; use portfolio approach to gather information; highlight importance of planned happenstance
Quantitative – eg. MBTI, Strong Interest Inventory
Current metaphors
Changing metaphors
Exploring the Labour Market
Being aware of how market is changing (growing and contracting)
Using internet and local sources for information
Expanding labour market information through interviews with people working in the field
Moving towards alternative possibilities
Pulling it all together
Miracle Question
Positive Uncertainty (Plan B)
Informal (intuitive) Formal (rational)
If I am going to meet my goals then I need to ……………
Job Search
Working together – support Prepare the resume (may be more
than one form) and cover letter / coaching
Interview practice Practicing Cold Calls
Follow-Up Staying in touch Mentorship
Norman Amundson• [email protected]