<section><h2>How to take the uncertainty and overwhelm out of your job search</h2><p>Take this quiz to find out how you can stop the job search overwhelm, job search as a master's student, and successfully move forward in your career. </p></section><section><h2><h1><strong>You're just getting started!</strong></h1></h2><p><p>Based on your answers, it looks like you’re just starting to think about your job search. <br /></p><h4>How exciting!</h4><p>This stage of the job search is a great place to be because we can work on developing a job search plan using proven and efficient job search strategies. <br /><br />But maybe you're a little overwhelmed because you don't know how to start your job search? <br /><br />What jobs should someone with your degree and area of expertise apply for? What are you qualified for? </p>Here are 3 steps that will help you as you're just getting started:<br /><ol><li><strong>Identify your most marketable skills.</strong> (What employers are looking for!)</li><li><strong>Ide</strong><strong>ntify what energizes and motivates you.<strong> </strong></strong>(What work do you find meaningful?)</li><li><strong>Identify what kind of organization you want to work for.</strong> (Where will you thrive?)</li></ol>Starting any job search really begins with these 3 steps. Focusing on workplace values, career motivators, interests and skills will help you not only find a job, but <strong>build a career you LOVE</strong>. <br /><br />And to find that ideal fit, you will need to be able to<strong> clearly communicate</strong> your skills, and your alignment with an organization’s missions, and company culture.<br /><br />Want to see a real-life example of how a master’s student used these 3 steps to build an exciting new career they love? <br /><br />Check your email to see an example — our elves are working hard to you, so give it 15 minutes for them to get it safely to your inbox 🙂<p><br /></p></p></section><section><h3><h1><strong>You're just getting started!</strong></h1></h3><p><p> </p><p>Based on your answers, it looks like you’re just starting to think about your job search.</p><h4>How exciting!</h4><p>This stage of the job search is a great place to be because we can work on developing a job search plan using proven and efficient job search strategies.<br /><br />But maybe you're a little overwhelmed because you don't know how to start your job search?<br /><br />What jobs should someone with your degree and area of expertise apply for? What are you qualified for? </p>Here are 3 steps that will help you as you're just getting started:<br /><ol><li><strong>Identify your most marketable skills.</strong> (What employers are looking for!)</li><li><strong>Ide</strong><strong>ntify what energizes and motivates you.<strong> </strong></strong>(What work do you find meaningful?)</li><li><strong>Identify what kind of organization you want to work for.</strong> (Where will you thrive?)</li></ol>Starting any job search really begins with these 3 steps. Focusing on workplace values, career motivators, interests and skills will help you not only find a job, but <strong>build a career you LOVE</strong>.<br /><br />And to find that ideal fit, you will need to be able to<strong> clearly communicate</strong> your skills, and your alignment with an organization’s missions, and company culture.<br /><br />Want to see a real-life example of how a master’s student used these 3 steps to build an exciting new career they love?<br /><br />Check your email to see an example — our elves are working hard to you, so give it 15 minutes for them to get it safely to your inbox 🙂<p> </p></p></section><section><h3><h1>You're applying!<br /></h1></h3><p>Based on your answers, it looks like you’re in the midst of writing your job application materials and applying to positions. <br /><br /><strong>We see your hard work!</strong><br /><br />You're putting in a lot of time and effort, and really focusing on this job search.<br /><br />But maybe you’re not seeing the results you’d hoped for right now? Maybe you’ve been submitting resumes online and not hearing back? It can be frustrating and demoralizing to put in so much effort and not see results. <br /><br />If you’re not seeing the results you’d expect right now, the problem isn’t you – <strong>it’s where you’re focusing your attention in your job search.</strong><br /><br />Here are 3 steps that will help you effectively job search:<br /><ol><li><strong>Get active on LinkedIn: </strong>this is an important research tool for your job search.</li><li><strong>Build your network:</strong> networking is key to your job search! Connect with new people to start building relationships. Learn about the day-to-day work of various roles, what it’s like to work at companies of interest, and what roles might be a great entry point for someone with your skills.</li><li><strong>Tailor your documents:</strong> make sure your job documents use the language of the employer and that they’re carefully tailored for each and every job application.</li></ol>Focusing on networking is key to your job search success. <strong>Your community will be critical in helping you at every step of your job search.</strong> <br /><br />Through networking, you’ll hone your interview skills, learn about compensation packages and how to negotiate, and get recommendations and referrals for positions. Once you’ve connected with an employer or hiring manager, you’ll also need to ensure that your documents clearly communicate your value. Your job documents should explain how YOUR skills and experience can solve THEIR problem and pain points.<br /><br />Want to see a real-life example of how a master’s student tailored their resume to stand out as an ideal job candidate? <br /><br />Check your email to see an example — our elves are working hard to you, so give it 15 minutes for them to get it safely to your inbox 🙂</p></section><section><h3><h1>You're applying!</h1></h3><p><p> </p>Based on your answers, it looks like you’re in the midst of writing your job application materials and applying to positions. <br /><br /><strong>We see your hard work!</strong><br /><br />You're putting in a lot of time and effort, and really focusing on this job search.<br /><br />But maybe you’re not seeing the results you’d hoped for right now? Maybe you’ve been submitting resumes online and not hearing back? It can be frustrating and demoralizing to put in so much effort and not see results. <br /><br />If you’re not seeing the results you’d expect right now, the problem isn’t you – <strong>it’s where you’re focusing your attention in your job search.</strong><br /><br />Here are 3 steps that will help you effectively job search:<br /><ol><li><strong>Get active on LinkedIn: </strong>this is an important research tool for your job search.</li><li><strong>Build your network:</strong> networking is key to your job search! Connect with new people to start building relationships. Learn about the day-to-day work of various roles, what it’s like to work at companies of interest, and what roles might be a great entry point for someone with your skills.</li><li><strong>Tailor your documents:</strong> make sure your job documents use the language of the employer and that they’re carefully tailored for each and every job application.</li></ol>Focusing on networking is key to your job search success. <strong>Your community will be critical in helping you at every step of your job search.</strong> <br /><br />Through networking, you’ll hone your interview skills, learn about compensation packages and how to negotiate, and get recommendations and referrals for positions. Once you’ve connected with an employer or hiring manager, you’ll also need to ensure that your documents clearly communicate your value. Your job documents should explain how YOUR skills and experience can solve THEIR problem and pain points.<br /><br />Want to see a real-life example of how a master’s student tailored their resume to stand out as an ideal job candidate? <br /><br />Check your email to see an example — our elves are working hard to you, so give it 15 minutes for them to get it safely to your inbox 🙂</p></section><section><h3><h2>You're nearly there!</h2></h3><p>Based on your answers it looks like you've been pounding the pavement, putting in the hard work to apply for jobs.<br /><h4>Congratulations — you're a rockstar!</h4>This is a great place to be because you are READY to find that right opportunity and build an amazing new career after your master's degree.<br /><br />In this stage, you’re setting yourself up for job search success. You’ve put in the work to think about clearly communication your skills, values, and how you can solve an employer’s problem. You’ve been doing informational interviews and learning the language of employers. <br /><br />Maybe you’ve even been applying for a number of jobs, but nothing has transpired yet. <br /><br />If you’re starting to get a little frustrated and worried, we understand. This part of the job search is hard. The good news is that <em>you are almost there</em>.<br /><br />Here are 3 steps that will help you maintain momentum in your job search:<br /><ol><li><strong>Get laser focused.</strong> It’s time to get specific — what career field are you focusing on in your search? Triple-check your job documents and LinkedIn to make sure that your experience and skills are tailored to this field. Make sure your job documents use the language of the employer and that they’re carefully tailored for each and every job application.</li><li><strong>Don't just build your network,<strong> </strong><em>maintain it</em>.<strong> </strong></strong>This is key! Getting to know new people is great... but maintaining relationships means you'll come to mind when job opportunities arise, you'll have ongoing mentorship and support, and you'll build quality relationships that can span the duration of your career.</li><li><strong>Find ways to continue to build your skills while job searching.</strong></li></ol><br />This is a lot of work. We know. It's tiring. It's frustrating. It requires support.<br /><br />You're doing an amazing job. Keep building that network and tailoring those documents to each opportunity that comes your way. <br /><br />Want to brush-up on your networking skills? <br /><br />Check our email for a free training on “3 Mistakes to Avoid When Networking.” Our elves are working hard to you, so give it 15 minutes for them to get it safely to your inbox 🙂<p><br /></p></p></section><section><h3><h2>You're nearly there!</h2></h3><p>Based on your answers it looks like you've been pounding the pavement, putting in the hard work to apply for jobs.<br /><h4>Congratulations — you're a rockstar!</h4>This is a great place to be because you are READY to find that right opportunity and build an amazing new career after your master's degree.<br /><br />In this stage, you’re setting yourself up for job search success. You’ve put in the work to think about clearly communication your skills, values, and how you can solve an employer’s problem. You’ve been doing informational interviews and learning the language of employers. <br /><br />Maybe you’ve even been applying for a number of jobs, but nothing has transpired yet. <br /><br />If you’re starting to get a little frustrated and worried, we understand. This part of the job search is hard. The good news is that <em>you are almost there</em>.<br /><br />Here are 3 steps that will help you maintain momentum in your job search:<br /><ol><li><strong>Get laser focused.</strong> It’s time to get specific — what career field are you focusing on in your search? Triple-check your job documents and LinkedIn to make sure that your experience and skills are tailored to this field. Make sure your job documents use the language of the employer and that they’re carefully tailored for each and every job application.</li><li><strong>Don't just build your network,<strong> </strong><em>maintain it</em>.<strong> </strong></strong>This is key! Getting to know new people is great... but maintaining relationships means you'll come to mind when job opportunities arise, you'll have ongoing mentorship and support, and you'll build quality relationships that can span the duration of your career.</li><li><strong>Find ways to continue to build your skills while job searching.</strong></li></ol><br />This is a lot of work. We know. It's tiring. It's frustrating. It requires support.<br /><br />You're doing an amazing job. Keep building that network and tailoring those documents to each opportunity that comes your way. <br /><br />Want to see a real-life example of how a master’s student tailored their resume to stand out as an ideal job candidate? <br /><br />Check your email to see an example — our elves are working hard to you, so give it 15 minutes for them to get it safely to your inbox 🙂</p></section><section><h2><h2>Where are you at in your job search?</h2></h2></section><section><h3><h2>How confident do you feel about your job search process?</h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2><strong>What is your top concern when it comes to finding a job after your master's?</strong></h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>What is your biggest fear about job searching after your master's?<strong></strong></h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>How confident do you feel about your future employment?<strong></strong></h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>I need the most help with:<strong></strong></h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>How often do you network?<strong></strong></h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>What type of networking are you engaged in?</h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>Do you use LinkedIn?<strong></strong></h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>What best describes your current LinkedIn profile?<strong></strong></h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>How confident are you in identifying your most marketable skills?</h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>What best describes your current resume?<strong></strong></h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>What best describes the experience section of your resume?</h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>What kinds of skills have you included on your resume? </h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>Academic projects can be included on a resume:</h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>What best describes the cover letters you submit with your resume?</h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>What was your motivation for enrolling in your master’s program? <strong></strong></h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>What is the most effective way to spend your time during a job search?</h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>Why do you think you aren’t receiving any interview requests?</h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>Did you take out students loans to finance your graduate education?</h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>How confident do you feel about your financial future?</h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>What campus resources have you accessed to help you in your job search as a master’s student?</h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>What campus support would be most helpful to you in your job search?</h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2>Do you have access to Beyond Graduate School? </h2><p>We are proud to partner with institutions to bring our self-paced training courses to graduate students.</p></h3></section>