Targeted Initiative for Older Workers (TIOW)

Targeted Initiative for Older Workers (TIOW)

The next Targeted Initiative for Older Works (TIOW) program will begin on May 14^th! This program is for individuals over the age of 50 who are unemployed, and lack the skills necessary to integrate into new employment. Visit VCCS Employment Services today and speak to an Employment Counsellor about this rewarding program!

370 Kent Street West, Lindsay Ontario K9V 6G8 (705)328-0180

Hear what others had to say about the TIOW Program:

“Insightful, Rewarding and full of clues.”  G.W.

“Comfortable setting, real confidence booster.”  W.B.

“Well worth the time.”  H.L.

“Very organized.  A pleasure to be here.”  N.V.

                   

What are your salary expectations?

Most candidates are nervous in an interview to begin with but nerves can rise when a potential employer asks “What are your salary expectations?” Here are a few tips to consider when answering this question:

1. Be prepared! Go into an interview with an understanding of a low and high pay range for the position. Keep in mind that the employer’s location will play a factor in what the average pay of the occupation will be.

2. Do your research! This is all part of having a plan. It is best to research average salary expectations for the position so you are prepared for the interview. Once researched you can state “Research shows that the low and high pay rate for this position within our area is $12.00-$17.00 per hour. With the experience that I have to offer I believe that an appropriate pay rate would be $14.00 per hour. Could we discuss this more together?

To do your research there are many online tools you could use. A user friendly tool is the Workopolis salary calculator

http://www.workopolis.com/work.aspx?action=Transfer&View=Content/Common/ResourceCentre/RCSalaryGuideView&lang=EN
3. Don’t state what your salary expectations are in the interview, unless you are asked the question! Stating your salary expectations in the interview without being asked the question by employers can come off as demanding. It is best to wait until an offer of employment is provided or, until the employer asks you what you salary expectations are.

Visit VCCS Employment Services today for more interview tips!

One of our Employment Counsellors would be happy to help you!

VCCS Can Help With That!

Workopolis posted a new article titled "Having a successful career without a Bachelors Degree." The second point is "Ask for Help." VCCS can help to review your resume and interview skills! Visit us today at 370 Kent Street West, Lindsay ON, K9V 6G8 (In the Whitney Town Centre, beside Wild Wings)

http://www.workopolis.com/content/advice/article/2109-having-a-successful-career-without-a-bachelor-s-degree

Using LinkedIn for your Job Search



LinkedIn can be a useful tool for a job seeker. It can help to build and maintain professional networks and it’s a great self-marketing tool! If you are going to use LinkedIn for your job search here are some tips to keep in mind:

• Use your profile like a professional resume. Make sure your profile is professional in nature while highlighting a summary of yourself, past employment and education and a sample of your skills and expertise.

• Make sure you keep your information up to date and that you are logging into LinkedIn on a regular basis. Social media is only effective if it is used regularly. You need to use LinkedIn at least a few times a week, if not every day.

• Keep track of who is viewing your profile. You can see who has viewed your profile on the LinkedIn homepage. It’s a great way to see if any possible employers have looked at your profile and could lead to further networking opportunities.

• Keep track of your contacts and other contacts that you may know. Send a personal message to say “hi” to those you haven’t talked to in a while.

Keep your profile active, up to date and keep in touch with your contacts!

Have fun on LinkedIn!

Smart Serve Certification 2012

New Smart Serve Courses: May 12, June 2 and June 23 from 9:30 to 1:30 pm. Must register for these courses. A payment of $25.00 is required upon registration.

Summer Hours & Dates for 2012

Saturday Summer hours for 2012 are:

9:00 am to 3:00 pm

May 5, May 12, May 26

June 2, June 9, June 16,

June 23