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Decision Making &
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Core Competencies key
Communication
Collaboration
Leadership
Adaptability
Analytical Skills
Technology
Self-Awareness
Integrity & Ethics
Brand
Exploration &
Implementation
Reconnect with your network and update your
networking spreadsheet
Follow campus, discipline-specific, and research
policies and procedures related to graduate students
Seek feedback from faculty, mentors and colleagues
on your reputation and how to develop congruence
between your intended and perceived image
Practice your interview skills by participating in a
mock interview with a career counselor; implement
suggestions for improvement
Develop and practice an elevator pitch to use at
networking opportunities and during interviews
Conduct a "soft search" one year prior to real
search to identify missing skills, knowledge and
experiences
Create a job application tracking spreadsheet;
update it often with company research, new
applications and interview information
Reconnect with your network and update your
networking spreadsheet; maintain positive and
genuine relationships with your contacts
Inquire about potential opportunities with your
contacts
Update résumé or CV, CJL and LinkedIn profiles
with new experiences and skills
Develop research statements and teaching
philosophies for academic careers
Participate in continued training and core
competency development
Begin salary research
Apply to positions
Gather information on job offers; process offers
fully before accepting and do not renege on a job
offer once accepted
Join the LinkedIn Clemson Alumni Association
group as well as other groups relevant to your
career plan