Goal Setting And Job Search Flashcards
Success happens with
Planning
Focus
Assertiveness
Follow-through
Taking advantage of opportunities
Overcoming obstacles
Goal def
Specific target; benchmark that can be reached within a specific time frame
S.M.A.R.T
Specific
Measurable
Achievable
Realistic
Timely
S in SMART
Specific
States exactly what you want to accomplish
Who? What? When? Why?
M in SMART
Measurable
Helps you het organized and track progress
Contains concrete benchmarks (expressed in numbers) for determining how close or far away you are from achieving the goal
A in SMART
Achievable
A goal is achievable if its something you know you can do
Is it something i can commit to? Do I believe i can do this?
R in SMART
Realistic
Goal you believe can be accomplished
Ex own your own spa in 5 years
T in SMART
Timely
A goal that can be accomplished in a reasonable, realistic time frame
Deadlines must take into account = level of challenge and means necessary to accomplish goal
Setting a deadline will help avoid procrastination
What is the 80/20 rule
80% of profits are generated by less than 20% of the work, effort, and resources
Focus on the 20% of your professional life that will gain an 80% return
Reward the 20% of clients that give you 80% of your business
Guidelines for determining professional goals
Identify long-term goals: where do you want your career to be in 5 years
Identify short-term goals: where do you want your career to be in 1 year
4 main categories of career opportunities
Service
Management
Sales
Education
Service jobs examples
Esthetician (day spas, salons, franchise spas, medical spas)
MUAs
Theatrical MUA
Freelance
Cosmetic sales department store
Mobile esthetician
Cruise ship/destination-spa esthetician
Management job examples
Salon/spa manager
Salon/spa owner/director
Sales job examples
Sales representative
Sales demonstrator
Marketing-advertiser
Freelance-media coverage, blogging
Cosmetics buyer
Product development
Education job examples
School instructor
Manufacturer/distributor
Licensure examiner/proctor
A resume is a written account of
Personal data (name,address,phone, email)
Educational background (schools attended)
Professional qualifications (industry certifications or other licenses)
Experiences (additional training, specific awards, previous employment)
References/interests/why you want to work with them
Cover letter description
Provides a brief description of the qualities you feel you could bring to the salon/spa
Introduces you to the salon/spa
Offers a brief summary of why you would like to be employed there
Cover letter includes
Identify a specific contact at the skin care center, spa, or salon (dear (skin care center owner))
Get to the point quickly (as a highly motivated skin care professional, i am currently seeking employment with a….)
Spend time researching information about the company (after visiting local skin care centers, yours stand out because…)
Show initiative and willingness to contribute (i jotted down some ideas i have about how i might contribute)
Always take initiative and make a call to follow up on your letter (i look forward to speaking with you further and will contact you within the next week)
Always thank potential employers for their time and consideration
Things in a portfolio
Special events
Technical skills
Accomplishments
Key benchmark numbers
References
Continuing education overviews
Copies of documentation
Before and after client photos
Digital portfolio description
Can be accessed by potential clients online
Can act as a storage system for copies
Prospective employers can verify your skills
Easy to update and adjust
Can be linked to all social media and websites
Be prepared to answer what at a job interview
Where and when you graduated
Additional educational training you may have had
Special classes, seminars, or additional career-based training
3 types of interview questions
Standard - questions to get to know your
Behavioral - focus on the past so employers can predict your reaction in the future
Situational - concentrate on future performance rather than past
Personal qualities questions
Personal and professional integrity
Compatibility and a cooperative personality
Enthusiasm for the industry
Motivation to work
Sincerity and honesty
Positive body language
Full attention during interview
Employable skills
Takes initiative
Makes decisions
Practice verbal and nonverbal communication
Listener - ability to accept constructive criticism
Team player - cooperative, responsive nature
Employable values
Willingness to learn
Flexible
Positive attribute (motivated)
Personal ethics - sincere and honest
Professional ethics - moral and trustworthy
Employable behaviors
Personal ethics - maintain your individual beliefs of right and wrong
Professional ethics - maintain a team-player culture
Respectful
Compassionate
Things to consider when selecting a salon/spa
Owner/manager - easy to talk to? Issues?
Services - what services are performed?
Staff and clientele - how large is the staff and type of clients?
Policies and procedures - what are your primary job responsibilities and will that change over time?
Pay and benefits - how much? Advancement possibilities?
Salon/spa types
Independent salon/spa
Resort/destination spas/day spas
Chain salon/spas and franchises
Independent contractor (salon/spa suites or booth rentals)
Medi-spas or medical offices
Independent salon/spa description
Majority of salon/spas
Usually owned by 1-2 people; 1-10 rooms
Resort/destination spas/day spas
Found all over (favored at luxury hotels, resorts, and cruise ships)
Offer “extras” (neck and shoulder massages)
Prices may be higher
Clients have high expectations
Chain salon/spas and franchises description
Multiple locations
Decisions = corporate
Set business plan
Independent contractor (salon/spa suites or booth rentals) description
Esthes rent a space, suite, or booth
Esthes responsible for work schedule/supplies
Requires knowledge of complex laws/tax rules
Medi-spas or medical offices description
Owned by licensed healthcare provider
Requires high level training
Services - lasers, injectables, cosmetic medical services
Employment benefits may include
Paid holidays/bonuses
Paid vacations
Sick days allowed each year (paid or not)
Maternity leave
Insurance benefits (health, dental, optical, accident, life)
Retirement plan
Opportunity for travel, advancement, new positions, responsibilities
Ongoing salon/spa educational programs and guest artist classes
Lunch and breaks
