CAREER MANAGEMENT- CDEV8130/8131/8132 \\A ASSIGNMENT 1: IVIY CAREER PROFILE AND CAREER NETWORK Academic year 20232024 Worth 25% of the Final Grade Individual Assignment Submit to: Assignment 1 submission folder. Assignments will not be accepted by email. Submission folders can be accessed by selecting Course Tools and then Assignments on the course navigation bar. DO NOT RET'I'PE THE ASSIGNMENT. TYPE DIRECTLY INTO THE TABLES IN THIS DOCUMENT. DO NOT REFORMAT ANYTHING. Description During the first four modules of this course, you participated in a series of activities that assessed your skills and values. These were used to identify examples of past accomplishments that demonstrate competencies in your industry and develop techniques to create a social media brand. In module 5, you outlined and completed job search activities that informed you about the labour market and where to find career opportunities. This assignment asks you to demonstrate your understanding of career management, the value proposition, accomplishment statements, and how to effectively carry out job search activities. Rationale 1. Creating a career profile will allow you to gain the career clarity you need to be able to communicate your skills and value to employers. This will be done through your cover letter, resume, and interviewing as you search for employment opportunities. 2. Identifying people in your network, along with preparing an effective job search strategy, will enable you to find your place in the labour market. This assignment will evaluate the following course learning outcomes: 1. Interpret the results of comprehensive self assessments to identify one's personality profile, values, transferable skills, interests that can be matched to appropriate job and career opportunities. 2. Research the labour market and future trends to identify employment opportunities and prospective employers that align with one's career goals. 3. Develop networking strategies to meet new contacts, build relationships and uncover the hidden job market. MODULES 1-2: REFLECTION QUESTIONS In the first and second module, we reviewed Lois Sarah Marshall's [2022) definition of career: \"A career is a fluid process, not stagnant or simply a job. It is a process that must be nurtured constantly grown and managed\" (p. 7). Now that you've had a chance to consider this definition of career, it's time for you to put some thought into your definition of Career Management. Think about what key factors will be important as you manage your career over your lifetime? Write down two of the factors you considered and explain briefly why each will be important when managing your career longterm. Key Factors Why is this important when managing my career long-term? 1 2. MODULE 3: MY VALUE PROPOSITION, ASSETS & ACCOMPLISHMENT STATEMENTS In module 3, we explored the importance of delivering a concise, consistent, and compelling message to the potential employer. This message is your value proposition. Your value proposition should answer the employer's question of "why should we hire you instead of the other candidates?". If you do not know the answer to this question, it cannot be communicated throughout the job search process. Using the example in module 3 to guide you, identify the key elements for your value proposition by completing the table.My Value Proposition Context (e.g., Graduating Global Business Student) - Buying Motivators (how might an employer in my industry benefit long term from employing me) - Supporting QualificationsMy Value Proposition Context (e.g., Graduating Global Business Student) - Buying Motivators (how might an employer in my industry benefit long term from employing me) - Supporting Qualifications (what skills, credentials and experience do I have to offer in my industry that makes me a competitive candidate) - Added Value (what else can I offer that is not required, but would be an asset as a candidate in my industry) - Why should an employer hire you? Based on the information you have already provided in the table, write a brief summary of why you should be hired in your industry. This is thebeginning process of writing your qualifications summary in the resume. Aim for 23 sentences. My Assets (education, training} When applying for positions, it is essential to match your assets to the requirements of the job. This process was started in module 3 and will be highlighted in the cover letter and resume. In the table below, identity 2 of your assets that will be included in your resume and indicate why they are releyantfapplicable in your industry. Name ofthe Wherelobtained this When did I obtain Why it is relevant and desired by Asset asset (institution and it or will obtain it employers in my industry. city} Accomplishment Statements Accomplishment statements demonstrate key competencies in your resume. These statements are formed from past experiences or your stories. Employers hire candidates who produce results. This is great news because you have achieved accomplishments! Rather than telling potential employers what to believe, you must indicate what you have achieved. In the tables below formulate two accomplishment statements. Indicate a job position that you would apply for and write two statements that demonstrate key competencies required for the position. These should relate to your field of study or industry and be based on real experiences. Name of the Job Title (e.g., Data inalyst): Accomplishment statement 1 Starting the statement Write how you might begin the accomplishment statement {Ensure the statement starts with an action verb}. Add action details Briefly indicate the actions taken to carry out this task. Results from the story Summarize what the result was when the task was completed, and/or what you learned from this experience. Using the information indicated in the 3 rows above, write your Final polished accomplishment statement {in one concise statement]. Accomplishment Statement 2 Starting the statement Write how you might begin the accomplishment statement {Ensure the statement starts with an action verb}. Add action details Briefly indicate the actions taken to carry out this task. Results from the stem,' Summarize what the result was when the task was completed, andfor what you learned from this experience. Using the information indicated in the 3 rows above, write your Final polished accomplishment statement {in E concise statement]. MODULE 4: MY BRAND STATEMENT AND SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORM In module 4, brand statements and social media were discussed. We know that developing your personal brand is a comprehensive process that takes time. For this activity, you will review Linkedln to better identify the features and benefits of this platform. You will also indicate what key components of your brand you would want to highlight on this platform. Research will be required to complete this activity. You must cite and reference your work using APA. Social Media Platform: Linkedln Features and benefits Of using this social media platform {research required here]. What components of my brand do I want to highlight on my Linkedln profile? Potential risks I may encounter and need to manage when using this social media platform to manage my brand. MODULE 5: MY LABOUR MARKEF RESEARCH Identifying yourself in the labour market, along with other people in your network, will enable you to execute a successful job search. Complete the table below to indicate industries of interest, the best locations to find employment, and the salary range for positions that you might pursue. For the first choice, use the industry relevant to your current program of study. The second choice may be taken from another industry of interest. APA citations are required for all research in this section. First Choice: Industry and location ($5,, Healthcare, Waterloo} Reasons for this industry and location choice based on labour market information {LMI} ffacts. 1. LMI fact for industry 2. LMI for location Job titles that appeal to me in this industry and the salary range. {e.g., Personal Support Worker - $37,000- S40,0UD annually) 1. 2 . Websites where I can find employment information and opportunities for these job titles. 1. 2. Second Choice: Industry and location Leg: Construction, Edmonton] Reasons for this industry and location choice based on m market information {LMI} {facts 1. LMI fact for industry 2. LMI for location Job titles that appeal to me in this industry and the salary range. {e.g., Personal Support Worker - $37,000- S40,DUD annually} 2 . Websites where I can find employment information and opportunities for these job titles. IIEIUVUI \"Illa n important aspect of labour market research and networking is identifying persons who have valuable experience in your industry. Talking with these persons can provide insight into what working in that profession truly entails. This aspect of field research is called an informational interview. Complete the table below to identify who you might contact from you direct and indirect network. What would be your strategy to contact these persons to gather labour market information about your industry? What questions might you ask? For this activity, select one individual from your personal network and one individual that you do not know but who you are either referred to or would contact by other methods (social media, calling the company]. Both persons must have experience in your industry of interest. Complete the table below. Direct Contact (person you know] Name of contact Their position title Company they work for How do you know, or how did you meet this person? Write 4 questions that 1 you wish to ask this person, which would provide valuable 2 insight into your understanding of the industry, 3 opportunities for gaining access to the hidden job market, 4 and next steps in pursuing your career. Why did you choose these questions? Indirect Contact Name of contact Their position title Company they work for How do you know, or how did you meet this person? 1you wish to ask this person, which 1would provide valuable insight into your understanding of the industry, opportunities for gaining access to the hidden job market, and next steps in pursuing your career. Why did you choose these questions