The 50+ Re-Employment Group (sometimes called 50+ Networking Group) met on Monday, 25 February 2013 at Jewish Family Services in Dallas, Texas. Allison Harding led this meeting. There were 17 people who attended this meeting. A few things that job seekers need to remember include:
Each person has their own “Comfort Zone.” Each person has a different style. How we adapt ourselves to other people is one of four styles: Compliance, Steady, Dominance, , or Influence.
Compliance person is detailed, needs facts, is analytical, task oriented, doesn’t like chit chat, and fears criticism.
Steady person wants no sudden changes, “hates” confrontation, is a peacekeeper, is consistent, is predictable, and makes no changes in voice or questions.
Dominance person has a strong personality, is competitive, is disorganized, is social, talks a lot, and dislikes details. They fear loss of control because if they lose control they cannot direct activity, discussion, etc.
Influence person is competitive, forceful, and quick decision maker. They are focused on relationships and open to new ideas.
- Job seekers should avoid limiting themselves to a specific industry. Recognize how experience and skills can transfer to different industries.
- Avoid acronyms and abbreviations in 30-second introductions.
- Companies are using Skype instead of traveling.
Each person has their own “Comfort Zone.” Each person has a different style. How we adapt ourselves to other people is one of four styles: Compliance, Steady, Dominance, , or Influence.
Compliance person is detailed, needs facts, is analytical, task oriented, doesn’t like chit chat, and fears criticism.
Steady person wants no sudden changes, “hates” confrontation, is a peacekeeper, is consistent, is predictable, and makes no changes in voice or questions.
Dominance person has a strong personality, is competitive, is disorganized, is social, talks a lot, and dislikes details. They fear loss of control because if they lose control they cannot direct activity, discussion, etc.
Influence person is competitive, forceful, and quick decision maker. They are focused on relationships and open to new ideas.
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