Introduction to the Job Search Series

Subseries 1:  Before the Job Search

Mental Preparation Before the Job Search

Review Your Online Presence Before the Job Search

Budget Before the Job Search

Thinking About Jobs & Job Fit

The Dream Job Myth & Casting a Wide Net

Overview of the Strategic Job Search Plan

Strategic Job Search Plan Section 1 - Start Date

Strategic Job Search Plan Section 2 - Personal Time Commitment

Strategic Job Search Plan Section 3 - Geography

Strategic Job Search Plan Section 4 - Industry

Strategic Job Search Plan Section 5 - Companies

SOLAR INDUSTRY ECOSYSTEM EXERCISE

Overview of Job Hierarchy & Titles

Strategic Job Search Plan Section 6 - Jobs

Exceptions to the Strategic Job Search Plan

Template Plan Spreadsheet & The One Sentence Summary

Updating Other Job Search Documents & Finding Help

Subseries 2:  During the Job Search

The Employer's Perspective - Hiring Manager, Process, & Timeline

The Employer's Perspective - Risk & Derisk in Hiring

The Employer's Perspective - Why They Are Hiring & What They Expect

The Employer's Perspective - Your Competition for the Job

Mental Preparation During the Job Search

Develop Your Elevator Pitch Before Networking

Introduction to Networking

Informal vs. Formal Networking

Tell Everyone You Are Job Searching

Introduction to Informational Interviews

Preparing for Informational Interviews

Informational Interview Mistakes

Formal Networking Focus

Online Job Postings & Recruiters

Job Descriptions & Applications

Introduction to Interviews

Preparing to Interview

Interview Day Quick Tips

Questions to Ask the Interviewers & Red Flag Answers

MOCK INTERVIEW EXERCISE

What to Expect After the Interview

Subseries 3:  After the Job Search

Elements of a Job Offer

Cash & Equity Compensation Overview

Compensation Comments & Notes

Core Benefits Part I - Insurance

Core Benefits Part II - Retirement Plans, Leave, & Mental Health Support

Other Benefits & Value Considerations

Benchmarking Comp & Benefits Before Negotiating the Offer

Offer Analysis & Decision to Negotiate

Negotiating the Offer - Leverage, Strategy, & Process

Negotiating Compensation Specifically

Decision Time - Accepting or Rejecting the Final Offer

JOB OFFER & COMPENSATION ANALYSIS EXERCISE

What To Do After You Accept the Offer

Final Thoughts on the Job Search Process