(please make Assignments part 2 (part 1 is for your understanding) )( Do not use AI )

Part-1

List of Activities

Module 6: Networking, The Hidden Job Market and Scam Advertisements

Networking

An 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 the contact: Kishan Bhalala Position title of the contact: Manager Company they work with: Pahal Solar, Surat, India How do you know, or how did you meet this person? He was my senior in college. Write 4 questions that you wish to ask this person, which would 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. What were the biggest challenges you faced when you started working in the solar industry? How has the industry changed since you started working at Pahal Solar? Can you recommend any resources or events that could help me better understand the solar industry? What advice would you give to someone just starting out in the solar industry? Why did you choose these questions? These questions can provide insight into the challenges and changes in the solar industry, resources for learning more, and advice for newcomers.

Indirect Contact(person you do not know)

Name of the contact: Anuj Patel Position title of the contact: Manager Company they work with: Circle-k What method(s) would you use to contact this person? Through a referral from a friend who works there Write 4 questions that you would wish to ask this person, which would provide valuable insight into your understanding of the industry, opportunities for gaining access to hidden job market, and next steps in pursuing your career. Can you describe a typical day in your role as a manager at Circle-K? What do you find most challenging about working in the retail industry? How do you see the retail industry evolving over the next few years? What advice would you give to someone just starting out in this industry? Why did you choose these questions? This question can help me to understand the daily responsibilities and challenges of the role , which can be very informative if you're considering a similar career path.

In module 6, you also learnt about the hidden job market, and how informational interviewing can be a path to accessing these opportunities. You also reviewed the dangers of employment scams and how to determine if you are accessing valid job opportunities or false advertisements. In the table below, indicate 3 ways you can determine if a job posting or advertisement is from a valid employer, or is an employment scam. Explain your reasons for each.

1. Research the Company: It's crucial to conduct comprehensive research of the company before applying for a job. Confirm if the company has a legitimate website and a physical address. Look for reviews or news about the company online. If the company doesn't have a web presence or the information seems sketchy, it could be a scam.

2. Check the Contact Information: Legitimate job postings often include contact information, including a named individual to contact. If the job posting only provides an email and it's a non-professional or non-corporate email address (like a personal Gmail account), it might be a scam.

3. Too Good to Be True: If the job offer seems too good to be true, it probably is. Be wary of jobs offering high pay for little work or no experience, or jobs that offer immediate employment without an interview.

Module 7: My Job Posting and Job Posting Analysis Chart

My Job Posting

Copy and paste your selected job posting in the space below. Using the highlighter, highlight as many key words as possible or phrases that indicate what the employer is looking for. Paste directly into the space below. Do not paste the link. The job posting content is required.

Role - Office Administrator

Job responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of the office, including scheduling, travel arrangements, and event planning.
• Manage administrative tasks, such as filing, data entry, and maintaining office supplies.
• Provide direct support to staff, including answering phones, responding to emails, and resolving issues.
• Supervise and train office personnel, ensuring they meet performance goals and follow company policies.
• Develop and implement office procedures and systems to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Maintain a positive and professional work environment, fostering teamwork and collaboration.

Job Qualifications;

• Proven experience in office administration or a related field.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• A collaborative and team-oriented spirit with a passion for creating a positive work environment.

At XYZ, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment. You'll have the chance to make a real impact on our company's success and be part of a team that is passionate about what they do.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and become the backbone of our office operations, we encourage you to apply!

Please submit your resume and cover letter t..z@gm ail.com . We look forward to hearing from you!

My Skills and Qualifications Matched to the Job Posting

Using the job posting you selected, add three of your own examples(post-secondary experience, volunteer experience, transferable skills from any job experience)which show how your skills and abilities align with what the employer is seeking in their new hire. For each example, wri te a corresponding accomplishment statement that will be used in the resume.

My examples that are relevant to the job responsibilities: 1. Project Leadership 2. Communication Coordination 3. Sales and Relationship Building

Accomplishment statements that demonstrate each example. 1. Successfully led a cross-functional team during a university project, resulting in a 20% increase in engagement for a local non-profit organization through the implementation of a targeted social media campaign 2. Orchestrated communication efforts for a charity event, coordinating with sponsors and volunteers, resulting in a 15% increase in participant attendance and positive feedback on the event's promotional materials. 3. Exceeded monthly sales targets by 25% through the cultivation of client relationships, demonstrating effective negotiation skills and securing long-term partnerships with key clients.

In this table, indicate what qualifications you have that meet or exceed the requirements for the position. Provide at least three examples.

My examples that are relevant to the job qualifications required:

1. Educational Background

2. Teamwork and Communication

3. Sales and Relationship Building

From the examples mentioned above, what keywords do you think would be important to include in the cover letter or/and resume (review the words you highlighted in the job posting). Scanning tools, or applicant tracking systems (ATS) filter marketing documents by keywords to narrow down candidates, before sending only those that best match the job requirements for review by the hiring team. Identify at least 5 keywords. For each word, indicate why you selected it.

Keywords from the qualifications and responsibilities section of the job posting that I would include in the cover letter and/or resume, and why it was chosen.

1. Office Administration: This is the core domain of the position and directly aligns with your experience.
2. Leadership and Communication: These skills are crucial for supervising a team and interacting with staff.
3. Organization and Time Management: The job demands excellent planning and efficiency, so highlighting these skills is key.
4. Microsoft Office Suite: Proficiency in this software is essential for most office roles.
5. Teamwork and Collaboration: Cultivating a positive and supportive work environment is emphasized in the posting.

PART -2

Individual Assignment

Due: Part 1 of this assignment is due by the end of module seven and is worth 10%

Part 2 of the assignment is due by the end of module 9 and is worth 15%

See Instructional Plan for exact due dates.

Submit to:Assignment 2, part 2submission folder. Submission folders can be accessed by selecting Course Tools and then Assignmentson the course navigation bar.

Description

The second partof this assignment asks you to prepareyour cover letter and resume using the same job posting and incorporating the key elements for both documents.

Rationale

Your polished cover letter and resume will serve to market your skills to employers.

This assignment will evaluate the following course learning outcome:

4. Create properly formatted and grammatically correct self-marketing documents (cover letters, resumes, etc.) that can be tailored to specific job opportunities.

How Your Assignment Will be Graded

A rubric has been created and can be found attached to the submission folder. Submission folders can be accessed by selectingCourse Toolsand thenAssignmentson the course navigation bar.

Late Policy - The School of Interdisciplinary Studies Late Policy states that you will be deducted 10% per day for each day your assignment is late. After 7 days, you will be assigned a 0% for the assignment.See the School of Interdisciplinary Studies Late Policy for further guidelines.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Assessment Statements for Students

For Assignments including Cover Letters and Resume -Use of any form of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is strictly forbidden throughout all stages of this assessment, including brainstorming, idea generation, outline formation, etc.This includes your cover letter and resume.

Generative AI may include (but is not limited to) chatbots, coding tools and image/art generating tools, or other technologies that produce work for you. Using AI in any capacity throughout the assessment process will be in violation of Conestoga'sAcademic Offencespolicy under the category of Unauthorized Aids and Assistance (Cheating) or Copying from Others or Self Copying. The consequence of this violation is that an academic offence will be filed, with the severity of the penalty dependent on previous offences. In cases where you are unsure if something is considered generative AI, always ask your professor before using.

Module 8: My Strategic Resume

In module 8, the emphasis was on writing a strategic resume that was tailored to a specific job opportunity. Now that you are writing your resume, consider the type of resume you will be using and the components that should be included to target the job posting.

1. Reverse chronological Resume
2. Functional Resume
3. Combination Resume

Module 9: Crafting a powerful Cover Letter

In module 9 you explored the power of cover letters. Cover letters give employers insight into what you might be like as a future employee. A powerful cover letter will communicate your value proposition in a consistent and compelling way, by focusing attention on your key strengths.

List of Activities

Part Two Directions -Submit to the Assignment Folder

Follow these instructions to submit your marketing materials to the Assignment Submission Folder. All of your materials must be submitted in a single word document.

1. Copy and paste the same job posting into the word document.
2. On a new page in the same word document, write the cover letter, tailored to the job posting.
3. On a new page in the same document, write the resume, tailored to the job posting. The resume should be one-two pages.
   • Incorporate information from the profile paragraph used in assignment 1.
   • Include the accomplishment statements and key words used in part 1 of assignment 2.
4. Before submission, please review the below cover letter and resume checklists, to ensure all requirements are met.
5. Name the document using the following convention: last name, first name, cover letter and resume. E.g., Smith, John Cover Letter and Resume.

Cover Letter and Resume Checklists - Please ensure that you meet all requirements for the cover letter and resume

Suggestion- Place a check mark in the table to indicate that each requirement has been met. The cover letter and resume checklists do not need to be submitted with the assignment. It is provided to ensure you have included all the key elements in your marketing documents.

Cover Letter Checklist

Requirements Checkmark

Header with your contact details
Current date
Employer's name, position title, and mailing address
Subject line (use the word "Regarding") - Job title and competition number (if available).
Professional opening greeting
Paragraph 1 - Includes the position name and why you are a good fit for the company culture.
Paragraph 2 - Includes a clear connection between the job posting requirements and the skills, experience, and academic qualifications that you bring to the position. Include bullet points - Review the example of a cover letter to see the placement.
Paragraph 3 (last paragraph) - Thank the reader for their time and consideration and indicate a clear interest in next steps. Add contact details again in this paragraph.
Formal closing of the letter.
The cover letter does not exceed one page, and there are no grammatical or punctuation errors.

Resume Checklist

Requirements Checkmark

Resume length one-two pages
Header included with contact details (same header as on your cover letter)
Headline Banner (optional)
Profile paragraph
Competency list/key skills/areas of expertise (targeting the job posting requirements).
Employment history included - Accomplishment statements (include for each relevant place of employment). Provide company name and dates of employment, position held and the location of the company. Volunteer information (optional) - Should be relevant to the targeted position.
Education - Include the name of the institution, the year the qualification was received, the type/name of the qualification received, and the location of the institution. Professional development training (optional) Professional Associations (optional)
Employment dates and education dates in reverse chronological order (most current should be placed first).
No use of abbreviations (write out complete names for employers and education credentials).
No picture of yourself included, no references, no hobbies, no date of birth, no marital status, no tables, no religious affiliation, no ethnicity included.
No declaration of truthful information statement included.