Monthly L&D Philly Job Hunters Group - Organizational Research in your Job Search: Using the Right Tools at the Right Time

Description:

Behind every job opportunity is an organization made up of a mission, structure, and business model. A better understanding of how organizations work can set candidates apart and help job seekers make better decisions on what to apply for. Come learn and share best practices on which organization you want to be your next employer!

During this session we will discuss:

• When to use different types of research in your application and interview process.
• Creating a target list of companies
• Understanding differences between private and public companies, non-profits, and government.
• Available research tools and resources.
• Building a long-term approach to organizational research

Speaker:

Andrew Viren is a technical project manager and trainer with the City of Philadelphia. He has 15 years of research, data, and evaluation experience and believes in using the right technology for creating and improving processes for yourself and where you work.

Host:

Suzanne Linder Comer, APTD - Adult Learning Expert

Suzanne's LinkedIn profile describes her as follows:

Adult learning expert contributing to culture transformation, productivity, employee retention, and organization success by challenging, engaging, and influencing people. 10+ years of experience defining, developing, and leading adult learning solutions and programs that facilitate corporate goal achievement. Fluent in adult learning theory, curriculum development, performance management, and instructional design. Effective, innovative, and collaborative.

• Received recognition for engaging training style and incorporating organizational mission and values into every training program.
• Strong business mindset as former controller and CPA; maximize business impact and performance by aligning training programs with corporate vision and establishing metrics.