Guided Visualization Exercise - Ideal Day

Are you longing for a balanced life (aren't we all), a fulfilling job, a plenty of time to energize and enjoy yourself? One tool for attaining all of this is through visualization.  Here is a quick 7 minute recording to help yourself center and focus on attracting what you want into your life.

Personality Differences

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1XG1GUY-ccs0MEp1gYLXego0mJtYHZX2WbbBTDDqyJ2k/edit?usp=sharing

Recording with First Conference Call

1.      Find a client (family, friend, or acquaintance) who is willing to do an assessment and receive feedback.  Ask them if they are willing to be recorded and if so, can you call them by their real name or use a made up name.  Also, you need to ask them if they are willing to let your classmates listen to the recording.  If at any time during the recording or after they say they do not want this to be shared, do not share the recording and delete it.

2.      Go to: https://www.freeconferencecall.com/

Enter Your Email, click Sign Up

Take note of your Meeting Credentials:

Dial-in Number: ( __ ___ ___) ____ ____ ____ - ____ ____ ____ ____

Meeting ID: ___ ___ ___ - ____ ____ ____ - ____ ____

Host Pin: ____ ____ ____ ____

3.      Set up Account Configuration
Create Your Password  (New Password)  (Confirm Password)
Click Save
Skip Custom Hold Music
Click Continue
On top tab, click “Invite”
Under “Create a Meeting”
Type “Subject” Assessment Feedback Session
Choose Date, Time, and Duration (set for 1 hour even though assignment is only 10 – 15 minutes just in case you run over or start late).
Type client’s email address
Click “Send Invites”

4.      5-10 minutes before the scheduled time, call the Dial-in number (noted above) and enter Meeting ID# (noted above) when prompted. This information will be on the email message also.
Press * (star) when prompted to indicate you are the host
Type in Host PIN (as noted above)
There will be a ding and it will say, “Please announce yourself”, then you can start speaking to see if your client has arrived.

5.      When you client arrives, ask the following  “(NAME), I’m going to ask this question two times, do you give me permission to record this call and share it with my Adler Graduate School classmates for review?”  If they say “Yes”, then press *9 to record session, press 1 to confirm, type in Host PIN again.

6.      Begin and finish session then hang up.

7.      On top bar, click “Account Info”
scroll down to bottom line and click “History/Recordings” with circular arrow symbol
Click “Don’t Show Me Again” for contact information
Scroll down and click “History & Recordings”
Your recording will be under Recording Options
Click “Share”
Click “Copy”
Paste this link into the Forum Post assignment

Technology and the Workplace

MPR Interview on Innovation in the Workplace

Circret Bracelet: Skin Tablet

Amazon Robot Demo 

Amazon Delivery Drones

Guided Visualization Exercise Ideal Day

Career Resources for Workers with Criminal Records

Career One Stop
Iseek
Ex-Offender Resources
The Riley Guide

Career Resources for Veterans

Military Jobs - Education
US Department of Veterans Affairs
G.I. Jobs
Military Jobs
Vet Jobs
Careers in National Defense
Proud to Serve Again
Military Hire
Military to Federal Jobs
My Next Move
Feds Hire Vets
Hero 2 Hired
Career One Stop
US Jobs - Vet Central
Recruit Military

Tips for Applying to Federal Agencies

Federal Job Search
Security Clearance Process
Making the Difference
Career Resource Library materials on Federal Job Search
Military to Civilian Occupation Translator
Corporate Gray
Helmets to Hardhats
TA Online
Transition Assistance Program
"Get Your Military Resume in Shape for a Civilian Job Search"

Career Resources for People with Disabilities

Career Opportunities for Students with Disabilities
American Association of People with Disabilities
AbilityJobs
JAN - Job Accommodation Network
Gettinghired.com
Department of Labor: ETA: disAbility Online
Workforce Recruitment Program
Disability.gov
Mobility International USA
Entrypoint
Checklist: Identifying a Disabilities-Friendly Workplace (PDF)

Career Resources for Multicultural Populations

African American/Black

• Black Career Zone
• Black Collegian
• Black Equal Opportunity Employment Journal

Asian/Pacific Islander

• Asian American Careers
• National Association of Asian American Professionals

Hispanic/Latino

• Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement
• Latpro
• National Society for Hispanic Professionals
• Occupational Outlook Handbook en Español
• Saludos.com
• The Professional Latino Network
• US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Multiracial/Multiethnic

• Mixed Heritage Center

Native American

• American Indian College Fund
• Native American Jobs

Miscellaneous

• ASAE Gateway to Associations Directory - Search a database of over 6500 links to professional associations.
• Diversity Inc., Magazine
• Diversity Jobs
• Diversity/Careers in Engineering and Information Technology
• Equal Opportunity Publications
• IMDiversity Career Center
• INROADS
• Mind Exchange Diversity Directory
• Minority Recruitment
• The Multicultural Advantage Career Management Center
• U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

Career Development Resources for Diverse Populations

LGBT Career Resources  

Multicultural Career Resources  

Career Resources for People with Criminal Records  

Career Resources for People with Disabilities  

Career Resources for Veterans

LGBT Career Resources

90+ Major Businesses Support ENDA & Workplace Fairness for LGBTQ Employees (PDF)
Coming Out on a Job Interview
DiversityInc. Top 50 Companies for Diversity
Federal Globe -Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Employees of the Federal Government
Human Rights Campaign
Lambda Legal State-by-State
National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce
National Organization of Gay and Lesbian Scientists and Technical Professionals
Out and Equal Workplace Advocates
OUT for Work Career Center Library
Out & Equal LGBTCareerLink
Pride@Work
ProGayJobs-Be in Good Company
Steinbright Diversity Resources
Transgender Job Bank
Transgender Workplace Diversity Network

Onboarding Success Tip #1 - Use a Password Manager

So, you finally landed that new job. Congratulations!  You're likely to be inundated with the need to keep track of multiple user names and passwords that will require you to make each of them unique or specifically formatted to that application.  It increases security to have different passwords. That said, who can remember them all and it's really not a good idea to track them on paper or even in a document or spreadsheet.  The best thing to do at this point is to use a password vault.  There are many out there. Some you have to pay for, some you do not. A few months ago, PC Magazine analyzed several password managers according to ease of use and cost.

Personally, I like Norton Identity Security. It's free and relatively easy to use and appears to be the most protective.  It's free even for mobile devices. Two downfalls is that it requires an extra layer of protection (which makes it more safe). I found it to be a little clunky during the set up process and more difficult to set up on multiple devices. I also missed that it didn't have a notes features to store password questions and hints. Perhaps they will enhance that feature soon.

My personal favorite continues to be LastPass. It is free, easy to use, provides good protection, and has lots of room to store notes.  Unfortunately, there is a cost for premium and mobile use which is likely well worth the small annual fee of $12.00.

Make sure you share your password manager username and password with one person you consider to be your trustee. If something should happen to you including a health emergency or death, it's important that a close confidant can access your records to settle matters especially in regards to personal finances.  It's up to you as to how you share this information, but it is best not to send it electronically or make it the least bit obvious. Wouldn't hurt to invest in a hidden room behind a trick bookcase but that'll cost you more than LastPass premium. 

Readers, if you currently use a password manager, what do you use and what do you like about it?

Videos

Rich Feller video

Super

Niles on Super video #1, video #2

Harris-Bowlsby on Super

Krumboltz video #1, video #2, video #3, video #4, video #5, video #6

Krumboltz (2009) video #1 (8:33, start 1:44), video #2 (9:01), and video #3 (9:42)

Schlossberg video #1, video #2, video #3

Rayman on Holland video #1, video #2, video #3

Sunny Hansen video #1, video #2, video #3

Skinner on Hansen


Savikas (2013) keynote video (40:47)

Finding a Job with a Criminal Background

Job searching can be a challenge in and of itself, but if you have a criminal background it can be even more challenging.  Here is a list of resources and suggestions to ease your job search and give you hope that the better life choices you are making today will pay off tomorrow.

Iseek has some great information about career planning for ex-offenders.

Exoffenders.net has a list of "felon-friendly" employers in addition to many other resources.

Help with Criminal Expungement resources found here.

Check in with re-entry programs and organizations such as these Twin Cities organizations. If they are unable to assist you, ask if they can refer you to another organization that can help you find employment:

Grace Prison Ministry

P.O. Box 44053

Eden Prairie, MN 55344

612-242-7832

AMICUS, Inc

15 South 5th Street, Suite 1100

Minneapolis, MN 55402-1503

612-348-8570

Project for Pride in Living

2516 Chicago Ave.

Minneapolis, MN 55404

612-874-8511

612-874-6444 fax

Web Site: www.ppl-inc.org

Wilder Foundation

919 Lafond Avenue

St. Paul, MN 55104

651-917-6225

Web Site: www.wilder.org

National HIRE Network has additional resources.

Brain Based Leadership Training Seminar

ShareOn Partner Meeting: Brain-based Leadership

How is your brain functioning?

Want to make some improvements?

The survey, Management Competencies, Transition Skills, Leadership Potentials (MTL©) is designed to assess professional development. Are you engaged primarily in management or are you exercising your leadership potentials? Now explore how neuroscience demonstrates the difference between particular management competencies and specific leadership behaviors.
Learn how to enhance your well-being.

Discussion led by: Ann Holm and Richard Bents

Thursday February 27, 2014 7:00pm – 9:00pm

North Oaks Golf Club

Click here to learn more and register for this event: http://www.shareonalive.com/meetings/brain-based-leadership

Find a Job F.A.S.T.

Great article to speed up your job search!  

Competition in the Workplace

Excellent article on the pros and cons of competition in the workplace.

Job Search Handouts

Resumes
Action Verbs Demonstrating Skills
The Before and After Resume
Coursework Resume
Resume Critiquing Guidelines
Resume Worksheet
What's in a Resume

Cover Letters
Cover Letter Check List
Cover Letter Critiquing Guide
Cover Letters

Networking
Networking
Informational Interview
Networking Contracts
Networking Log

Interviewing
Common Interview Questions
Interview Checklist
Interview Preparation
Not All Questions Are Fair Game
Possible Questions You May Ask
Practice Interview Questions
Thank You Notes and Letters

On the Job Success
On the Job Success

Self Exploration Handouts

Assessments & Inventories
Accomplishments
Assets and Strengths
Career Planning Pyramid
Define Your Dream Lifestyle
Personal Effectiveness Grid
Personal Qualifications
Work Assessment Inventory

MBTI
MBTI Profiles
MBTI Results Worksheet

Resources
The MN Workforce Centers

SII
SII Interests & Gifts
SII Occupational Themes

Skills
Minnesota Rating Ability Scale
My Winning Strengths
Preferred Learning Style
Teamwork Skills
Transferable Skills
Transferable Skills2
Work Values Inventory

Values
Career Assessment Instructions

Finance Organization
Monthly Budget
Yearly Budget

Goal Setting
Goal Setting
Goal Setting Action Plan
Goal Setting Contract
Taking Action

Miscellaneous
Behavior Styles
Change Want to Need
The Comfort Zone
Coping with Four Phases of Change
Define Your Dream Lifestyle
Prepping for Your Performance Review
Risk Taking and Decision Making
Self-Sabotaging Behavior
Success or Failure

Upcoming WFC Programs

Career Exploration Workshop  

Dec. 17, 8:30AM – Noon

South Minneapolis WorkForce Center

Register at    www.mn.gov/deed/msworkshops

How to Successfully Start a Small Business

Guest Speaker:   Bob Voss

South Minneapolis WorkForce Center

Friday December 20   9:00-11:30AM
Register at:        www.mn.gov/deed/msworkshops

How to Successfully Start a Small Business

“How to Successfully Start a Small Business”   

Guest Speaker:   Bob Voss

South Minneapolis WorkForce Center

Friday December 20   9:00-11:30AM

Register at:        www.mn.gov/deed/msworkshops

Kelly Services Job Fairs

Kelly Services is currently hiring in the South Metro!

With openings for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shift temporary and temp to hire roles with a pay rate of $10-$15/hour:
  Clean room Electro Mechanical Assembly – 2+ years of experience
  In Bound Call Center Representative – 2+ years of retail or call
center customer service experience
  Clean Room Fab Operator – 2 years of solid work experience
  Administrative Assistant – 2+ years of experience
  Receptionist – 1+ years of experience
  Data Entry – 1+ years of experience
If you are interested in hear more about any of the above opportunities please come to the Work Force Center on the following dates.
  Thursday December 19th, 2013 from 11:00am-2:00pm – Shakopee MN Work Force Center
  Thursday January 9th , 2013 from 11:00am-2:00pm – Burnsville MN WorkForce Center

Or if you are unable to attend either of the job fairs please call Andrea Nelson at 952-881-4020 or email your resume to andrea.nelson@kellyservices.com

Please note: The WorkForce Center does not guarantee, validate or endorse any statement made by any
advertising or exhibiting agency, school, or business.  WorkForce Center customers are advised to
determine the appropriateness, accreditation and validity of contracts or statements offered by the
advertising agency, school, or company.

The Psychological Price of Entreprenueurship

I highly recommend this article:  http://www.inc.com/magazine/201309/jessica-bruder/psychological-price-of-entrepreneurship.html

5 Myths of Holiday Job Searching

Great article!  http://www.careerealism.com/the-5-myths-of-the-holidays-holiday-job-searching-that-is/

Dec. 12 - South Minneapolis Job Club

Thursday Dec. 12th at 9:00 – 11:30am
Holly Malluegue will speak on “Stuff Happens!  How to Keep Your Job and Your Life on an Even Keel.”  Holly Malluegue currently is with Minneapolis Police Department Employee Assistance.    Holly will talk on stress management, and how to keep the rocky things life can serve up from de-railing your J – O – B , as well as your personal life.

No pre-registration required!   Just show up at: South Minneapolis WorkForce Center, Room 207
777 East Lake Street, cor. Lake & Chicago

Career Solutions has a blog.....

and a Facebook page, and a Twitter Handle, and a Linkedin page. Check it out!

MCDA MBTI and Stress Posters

Click here to view the posters made at the MCDA's Fall Event: MBTI and Stress seminar. Thanks Jean Kummerow!

FREE Skills Identification Class

Identify and Communicate Your Skills
 

Monday, November 25, 1 - 3;30 PM
North Minneapolis Workforce Center, 1200 Plymouth Avenue North, Room 2

  

1. Explore different types of skills.2. Complete an assessment to identify your own skills.3. Learn the best ways to present your skills to potential employers!

Register at www.PositivelyMinnesota.com/WFCworkshops  

Dec South Mpls Job Club Schedule

777 EAST LAKE STREET, Cor. Lake & Chicago, Minneapolis

Room 207 (upstairs), 9:00 – 11:30 AM    No need to pre-register  -  Just show up!               

Networking and Solutions Circle at 11:00 – 11:30

December  Topics

Dec 5      What Does Your Resume Say?  (Claire Nelligan & Paul Sears)

Dec 12  Stuff Happens!    How to Keep Your Job & Your Life on an Even Keel (Holly Malluege)

Dec 19   Networking:   How Being Interesting Gets You Hired (Paul Sears)

Dec 26   NO  JOB  CLUB   Join us Jan. 2^nd !

Check Out Job Club ... Good Things Happen When You Show Up!

Career Exploration Workshop Tues Nov. 19

A one-day workshop where you learn the use of tools to investigate your  . . .

Interests, Values, Best and Favorite Skills, Personal Goals, and the World of Work (occupations and employers). 

Tuesday, November 19 (8:30 AM - noon)

South Minneapolis WorkForce Center   Rm 207

Register at PositivelyMinnesota.com/WFCworkshops         

Basics of Networking Presentation

Last week I had the opportunity to present to the Job Networking Group at the Lake Street Workforce Center. I presented on the Basics of Networking.  I summed up the presentation in 20 minutes and uploaded it to Youtube.  If you or someone you know needs a little help with networking, please check out my presentation.

Need Help Networking?

Short Term Training Opportunities in the Twin Cities

Wonderful resource for Twin Cities residents in need of short term training.

http://www.ppl-inc.org/the-hub/employment/short-term-training-opportunities/

FREE Resume Presentation in South Minneapolis

Join Career Walk to learn about resume writing at Bethlehem Lutheran Church (41st and Lyndale Avenue South, large church on the west side of the street) on Thursday, October 24 at 6:30 PM.  

Here is a link to info about the program and registration information.  Everyone is welcome and there is no charge.  

JOB FAIR - Monday, May 20, 2013

Monday, May 20, 10 AM – 1 PM
Embassy Suites Mpls Airport

7901 34^th Ave, Bloomington, MN 55425

Companies in attendance: ACR Homes, ADT Security Systems, Comcast, Country Financial, Dignity Memorial, Prudential, Rasmussen College

Positions Available: Sales, Customer Service, Call Center, Management, General Business, Marketing, Administrative, Retail, Government, Insurance, Banking, Engineering, Finance, Law Enforcement, Military, Accounting, Healthcare, IT, New Students and more.

Tips For Success:

1. For additional details and to pre-register go to: www.catalystcareergroup.com
   Register and submit your resume. Companies view the resumes before the event and may invite you to come and meet them. We recommend that you pre-register, but it is not required.
    
2. Dress professionally. Business attire. First impressions go a long way.
    
3. Plan to spend a minimum of 1 hour at the event.
    
4. Bring multiple copies of your resume. And bring a friend - all jobseekers are welcome.
    
5. Prepare your 30-60 second "Value Statement." Offer everyone you meet a clear snapshot of who you are and what you have to offer a company as an employee. What were your past positions? How did you benefit your previous employers? What would you like to do in the future? Remember, the best way to be considered for a position is to meet the hiring managers in person. Come prepared to stand out from the crowd.  
   
6. Keep an open mind. Meet with as many of the companies as you can. We have had many jobseekers discover companies and positions that they had not known about or considered before they came. Don't miss out - you may be surprised at what you find.