How I Got My Job

In this episode of How I Got My Job (mp3, 26:31, 24.3 MB), Kevin Imfeld shares how he got a job as an Educator and web-based training creator for a former employer.  Never burn bridges and stay in touch with former coworkers.

Websites mentioned:

• The eLearning Guild (LinkedIn group)
• eProficiency (Lectora Learning tips)
• TriVantis Corporation (Lectora Developer)
• Health Alliance of Cincinnati
• Health Alliance Jobs

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About Kevin

Kevin Imfeld is an Educator with a large health care system in the greater Cincinnati area. He trains newly hired workers the proper procedures for using its propriety patient care software. As a skilled in facilitator he has also taught introductory classes in Microsoft Office products. He is an eLearning specialist experienced in using various software packages. His software skills also include Trivantis’ Lectora software which he uses to build web based training modules. He has worked as a technical writer for several software companies. He has a Master’s degree in Education and is a licensed Middle School Language Arts and Social Studies teacher.

He also enjoys reading, writing, music, the great outdoors and spending time with his family.

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In this episode of How I Got My Job (mp3, 29:03, 26.7 MB) , Michael Young shares how he got a job as an Online Teacher and Project Manager, spotting the lead in one of the most unlikely places: his junk mail folder.

Website mentioned: www.teachers-teachers.com

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About Michael Young

Michael Young is the oldest child in a large military family. He graduated in 2009 from Brigham Young University with a B.A. in German Teaching and a minor in music. He is an avid musician and sings, plays the piano, and rings in a handbell choir. He is also a prolific reader and writer of fiction, and has a novel coming out in February 2010 through Cedar Fort publishing. He lives in UT with his wife Jennifer and his son Jarem.

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In this episode of How I Got My Job (mp3, 20:13, 18.5 MB), Ann Ronan shares how she got a job several years ago as Health Educator.  Her story shows how pursuing your passion, even through volunteering, can be a good start to getting a job you love.  She also shares some great thoughts on the tough interviewing questions.

Some specific advice for those looking to get into health education:

• Occupational Handbook – check out the job market for the area where you’re looking
• Health Education Associations – look for local meetings of health educators, find out who organizes, and how to RSVP

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About Ann

Ann Ronan, Ph.D. is an author, speaker, certified career coach and self employment expert. She delivers smart, simple ways for people to acknowledge what they love to do and do more of it. Her articles, products, and books have motivated and inspired readers in numerous print and online publications. She regularly leads coaching programs, tele-seminars and live retreats, bringing the message to audiences internationally that living a passion-based life will bring prosperity and success.

She was recently selected from a nationwide search to be featured in Discover Your Inner Strength. The book features best-selling authors Stephen R. Covey (Seven Habits of Highly Effective People), Brian Tracy (Million Dollar Habits), and Ken Blanchard (One Minute Manager).

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In this episode of How I Got My Job (mp3, 28:00, 25.6 MB), Tai Goodwin shares how she got a job as an eLearning Designer.  She wasn’t really looking for an opportunity, but it found her, and she was eventually persuaded to go after it.

Websites she mentioned:

• http://www.vault.com
• http://www.astd.org
• http://www.elearningguild.com
• http://www.ispi.org

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About Tai

Tai has been involved in some form of teaching, training and facilitation for over 12 years. Her experience includes time spent as a classroom teacher, stand up trainer for soft skills and technical applications, technical writer, project manager, instructional designer, and e-learning developer. Along the way, she’s also gathered some experience with database development and vendor selection/management for enterprise learning solutions. Before accepting her current role, she worked with Barnes & Noble and the Depository Trust & Clearing Corp (DTCC), both based in Manhattan. Anyone interested can read more about her story here: http://careermakeovercoach.com/about-tai-goodwin/

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In this episode of How I Got My Job (mp3, 19:41, 18.0 MB), Kathy Jacobs shares how she got a job as a Training Manager some years ago.

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About Kathy Jacobs

Kathy Jacobs is the community manager at a stealth startup in San Fran. Prior to that she ran her own consulting firm doing social media, PowerPoint, and OneNote training and consulting. She is the author of several books on MS Office products. She is a Microsoft MVP in OneNote. In former professional lives, she has been a training manager, a tester, a documentations expert, a team lead, and much more. She is a board member for APCUG (the international group for user groups). She loves PodCamps, gadgets, social media, and Facebook games. You can find her online as “callkathy” almost everywhere!

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