post-graduation reality: career, family and satisfaction
DESCRIPTION
A talk for fresh graduates looking for jobs and how to enhance their skills in writing resume and attending interviewsTRANSCRIPT
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By Chuah Kee Manwww.chuahkeeman.com
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Do you want a job right after graduation?
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Choose not to work
Job not suitable
Low Salary
Unwilling to relocate
Overqualified
No confidence
REASONS GIVEN FROM UNEMPLOYED GRADUATES
Online survey on unemployed graduates (1 year after graduation)Sample size about 1,400 graduates.
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(Malaysia Economic Report 2013/2014)
(Employments: Main contributing sectors: services, manufacturing & agricultural)
The Reality
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Part 1
Passion or Pay?
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What is your goal?
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Tricky Thought
What is your satisfaction? Getting a pay or following
your passion?
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Expected Salary of fresh grads: RM1,800 to RM3,200.
But majority of employers are only willing to pay between
RM1,000 to RM2,400.
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Pay or salary is important but don’t forget the chances
to find your passion.
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Fresh graduates should find the opportunities to
practise their skills.
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Part 2
Recharging Your Résumé
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Résumé & Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Are they the same?
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Résuméa concise outline (1-2 pages) of your skills,
education and experience.
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)An in-depth document of your
qualifications, experience, skills, publications,
achievements, etc. (can be more than 3 pages)
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Résumé is more commonly used in the industries (especially private companies).
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CV is mostly used when
applying for academic,
scientific, or research positions
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Let’s improve your résumé!
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One recent study showed that recruiters spend only
6.25 seconds looking at a candidate’s résumé
before deciding whether he or she is fit for a job.
~Forbes.com
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So how to
increase your
visibility via
résumé?
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#1
Use the Right Layout
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Is this a good layout?
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Is this a good layout?
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Is this a good layout?
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Is this a good layout?
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Layout: The Basics Stick to standard paper size (A4)
and use left or justified alignment.
Use neat and professional layout
(not too fancy/creative)
Use suitable font type and font
size (10-11pt).
Use proper headings for each
section/part
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Layout: Best Fonts
• Arial• Calibri• Garamond
• Georgia• Times New Roman
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Layout: The Standard PartsUse headings to indicate:
Contact Details (No fancy email)
Career Objective (Precise)
Education
Work Experience
Skills
Achievements/Awards*
Activities and Interests*
References
*optional
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#2
Use the Right Language
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Language Tips #1
Use strong action verbs when listing your
experiences.
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Worst Words Best Words
1. Best of breed2. Go-getter3. Think outside of the box4. Dynamic5. Synergy6. Thought leadership7. Value add8. Results-driven9. Team player10. Bottom-line
1. Achieved2. Improved3. Trained/mentored4. Managed5. Created6. Resolved7. Volunteered8. Influenced9. Increased/decreased10. Won
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Language Tips #2
Keywords are the key
(use those keywordsmentioned in the ads)
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Top KeywordsProblem solving
Leadership
Oral/ Written Communication
Team building
Productivity
Adaptable
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Language Tips #3
Avoid improper abbreviations
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Example:
Ass. Manager (Marketing)
Don’t embarrass yourself
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Language Tips #4
Ask someone to proofread your resume
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#3
Use the Right Focus
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Customise Your Resume!
Make sure you modify your resume to fit the
position
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Customisation Example:
Highlight your academic strengths (e.g. relevant
courses taken) instead of putting only CGPA)
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Customisation Example:
Move specific parts up according to the job. E.g.
Move up skills if your work experience is limited.
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Part 3
Power Up Your Job Search
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What are the best ways to search for
jobs?
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Job Search Tip #1Make use of your
network of friends and relatives
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Job Search Tip #2Don’t be afraid to accept “walk-in
interviews”
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Job Search Tip #3“Advertise” yourself on job portals (e.g. Jobstreets or even
local forums)
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Top Job Search Sites
1. JobsDB Malaysia
2. JobStreet Malaysia
3. MyStarJob.com
4. Mudah.my
5. Bestjobs.com.my
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Job Search Tip #4Capitalise on Social
Media especially Facebook & LinkedIn
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Part 4
Excel in Interviews
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Basic Interview Tips
Be Prepared
Be Polite
Be Confident
Be HumbleVideo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShRr5E4KbxI
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Avoid These Statements
o I’m a team player
o I’m a perfect fit for this job
o I’m a perfectionist
o I’m a workaholic
o I have good leadership skills
(Be specific, in fact get ready the facts)
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Be careful of these questions during interviews
o “Tell me more about yourself”
o “Are you willing to be relocated?”
o “Why should we hire you?”
o “Why do you want this job?”
o “If we offer you lower pay, will you accept this post?”
And also the “pause” by the interviewer half way through.
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Language Focus during Interview
o Use active voice more instead of passive voice. (e.g. I conducted the project…NOT the project was conducted by me…)
o Use more first-person pronoun (e.g. I, we)
o Avoid using run-on sentences. Pause at the right time to highlight keywords.
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Part 5
Family First?
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The Common Dilemma
Family or work?
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“Family” is used as a reason for…
• Not choosing a “different” job
• Not willing to relocate
• Not accepting a temporary post
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Family FirstAlways try to discuss with your family members openly about
your decision.
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Are you ready to face
the reality?
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