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  1. Job Search Tip Sheets: Eleven Excellent Modules Covering Interviewing, Resumes, Networking and Much More!
  2. The Career Workshop
  3. Professional Placement Program
  4. What To Expect When Visiting A Center

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Job Seeker

  • [MEDIA] Watch Elza's Story - A single mother finds a job with the support of her stake president and LDS Employment Resource Services.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Irais's Story - A sister who overcomes lengthy unemployment after attending the Career Workshop.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Mark's Story - Participating in the Professional Placement Program helped him succeed in his job search.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Wagner's Story - A young father overcomes underemployment.
  • "Me in 30 Seconds" Statements -  A “Me in 30 Seconds” statement is a simple way to present to someone else a balanced understanding of who you are.
  • Advancing Within Your Company - In today’s tumultuous economy it is more important than ever to understand the fundamentals of how to manage your career.
  • Build a Better Future -  Whether you are unemployed, unhappily employed, insecure in your current job or just want to explore other opportunities, ldsjobs.org will help you achieve your career goals.
  • Choosing a Job Coach - In job searching, a job coach is a valuable member of your team.
  • Choosing a Profession - The career you choose will be one of the most important decisions you will make.
  • Choosing the Right Career - When you are deciding on a career, there are many things to consider.
  • Communicating Your Value -  When faced with downsizing, an employer will be looking to keep those employees who create value for the company.
  • Considering a Career Change? - Considering Making a Career Change? As you consider making a change, there are some things you need to think about and prepare for so that you will be successful and enjoy the next stage of your career.
  • Coping with Job Loss - Losing your job can be one of the most painful and traumatic events that you will ever have to endure.
  • Deseret Industries May Be an Option - Deseret Industries May be an Option  The training program at Deseret Industries is designed to help people create an individual career plan and develop ways to reach the goal of long-term employment.
  • Developing Your Career Plan - Developing a Career Plan A career plan is a set of goals and actions that will lead you to your ultimate long-term career goal.
  • Dressing for Success - Many things can factor into a first impression, such as someone’s posture, facial expressions, voice intonations, handshake, eye contact, grooming, and dress.
  • Earning Your Daily Bread - Heavenly Father has blessed all of His children with the talents and gifts they will need to best provide for themselves and their families. 
  • Effective Negotiation Skills -  Effective negotiation is a skill, and like any skill, it can be learned.
  • Effective Networking - Networking is the most effective way to find a job; approximately 70% of all jobs are found this way.
  • Following Up After an Interview - Many companies measure an applicant’s interest in the position by what he or she does to follow up after the interview.
  • Helping Members Find Employment - LDS Employment Resource Services is dedicated to much more than just helping members find a job.
  • How Do I Find a Job? -  Finding a job can be tricky, especially if it is your first job or you are changing careers. There are tremendous resources that can help you succeed. 
  • Impressive Applications -  Employers use applications to identify candidates who have the skills and education to qualify for the position for which they are hiring.
  • Impressive Written Communication - Aside from résumés or CVs, your job search will likely require you to write cover letters, complete applications, and send follow-up thank-you letters.
  • Informational Interviewing - Informational interviewing happens more frequently than you may realize.
  • Job Search Planning - Record your daily activities, and compare your job search to the suggested model.
  • Job Search Tip Sheets - The job search tip sheets cover the basics of a successful job search. Job seekers, employment specialists and priesthood and Relief Society leaders will benefit by becoming familiar with the information contained in this series of handouts. 
  • Linkedin.com - LinkedIn.Com The Web site allows users to maintain business networks with colleagues, alumni, or other individuals. The people in the network are called connections.  
  • Microenterprise Basics -  A microenterprise, or microbusiness, is a very small business that generates income for an individual or a family.
  • Networking Profile - A networking profile can help because it provides networking contacts with information, beyond that of a traditional résumé, to help them better understand what you are looking for and how they can help.
  • Not Making Enough Money? - Not being able to meet your family's financial needs can be depressing, embarrassing, and stressful.
  • Power Statements - To be effective you need to be able to communicate your strengths and accomplishments to employers and those in your network.
  • Presenting Your Skills - Strong examples of work experience are part of a successful job interview.
  • Professional Placement Program - assists professionals, managers, and executives in finding or upgrading their employment.
  • Recent Graduate? - It's exciting to finally be finished with school. Now you are faced with the decisions about what to do next.
  • Researching a Company - All right, you’ve got a job interview; now what steps do you take to prepare for it?
  • Returning to the Workforce? - Things have probably changed since the last time you looked for work, and you may be wondering if you have anything to offer.
  • Services Offered at an Employment Resource Center - Employment Resource Services offers a variety of services and resources to assist you and your ward and stake. The services that ERS provides are free of charge. 
  • Social Networking Web Sites - Social networking sites are defined as sites where a user can create a profile and build a personal network that connects him or her to other users. 
  • Standing Out in the Crowd -  When it comes to applying for jobs online, it is important to stand out from the other applicants.
  • Stumbling Blocks to a Successful Job Search - Struggling to find a job? Recognizing common stumbling blocks may help you better identify how to spend your time when searching for a job.
  • Succeeding in Home-Based Employment - As businesses adapt to a changing global environment, opportunities for nontraditional employment abound.
  • Successful Interview Techniques - Being well prepared for an interview will help you be confident and impress the interviewer(s).
  • Suddenly Without a Job? -  Losing a job can be scary. There are resources to help you through this difficult time.
  • Surviving Unemployment - As companies continue to downsize or close, even ideal employees may find themselves needing to find new employment. 
  • The Career Workshop -  is designed to help you develop the skills you need to be effective in finding employment.  
  • The Self-Employment Workshop Can Help - you formalize your idea and turn it into a successful business or enhance an existing business through the development of a business plan.
  • Unemployment Can Happen to Anyone - Preparing for job loss can significantly shorten the period of time you will be unemployed.
  • Want Ads - This Can't Be All There Is - Want Ads—This Can’t Be All There Is In your job search you should take into consideration the process an employer goes through to hire new employees.
  • Want to Succeed in Your New Job? -  A new job is exciting and challenging! It's a time to build a foundation from which you can make a good impression and be successful.
  • What Does Your Employer Expect from You? - Employers hire people to either help their company make money or help their company save money.
  • What to Expect When Visiting an Employment Center - Whether you want help finding a job, gaining additional skills, or starting a business, those who work in the employment center will be able to help you.
  • Working a Job Fair - Job fairs give you opportunities to meet with representatives from many employers. The purpose of going to a job fair is not to ask for a job but to develop relationships that might lead to a job.
  • Writing a Résumé or Curriculum Vitae - Creating a résumé or curriculum vitae (CV) that communicates your strengths will help you stand out. 
  • You're Old, So What! - Suggestions to help you focus on the contribution you could make to a company rather than your age.
  • Youth Looking for a Way to Make Money - ? You may not have a lot of work experience, perhaps not any.

Student

  • [MEDIA] Watch Alberto's Story - A bishop, encouraged by his stake president, works with the employment center to obtain employment.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Edileuza's Story - A young mom encouraged by her institute director to go to the employment center for education and career assistance.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Rodney's Story - With help from his stake employment specialist he enrolled in a law enforcement training program.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Sinai's Story - A returned missionary works through the employment resource center to find schooling.
  • [MEDIA] Working With Perpetual Education Fund English - Working With Perpetual Education Fund English
  • Are You a Recent Graduate? - Whether you are graduating from high school, a university, or a vocational school, part of the challenge after graduating is identifying from all that you can do, what you want to do.
  • Choosing a Job Coach - In job searching, a job coach is a valuable member of your team.
  • Choosing a Profession - The career you choose will be one of the most important decisions you will make.
  • Developing Your Career Plan - Developing a Career Plan A career plan is a set of goals and actions that will lead you to your ultimate long-term career goal.
  • Dressing for Success - Many things can factor into a first impression, such as someone’s posture, facial expressions, voice intonations, handshake, eye contact, grooming, and dress.
  • Exploring Career Options - : With so many options, the choice of a career can seem daunting. There are some simple things you can do to learn more about your options.
  • Finding the Best School - Determine what type of educational experience will best help you to achieve your goals, whether at a university, college, or vocational school.
  • Furthering Your Education - With each skill and talent you develop, you will become more able to perform in a variety of jobs and interact better with people.    
  • Impressive Written Communication - Aside from résumés or CVs, your job search will likely require you to write cover letters, complete applications, and send follow-up thank-you letters.
  • Informational Interviewing - Informational interviewing happens more frequently than you may realize.
  • Lacking the Skills to Get the Job You Want? -  There are lots of ways to gain additional skills to improve your employment situation.
  • Linkedin.com - LinkedIn.Com The Web site allows users to maintain business networks with colleagues, alumni, or other individuals. The people in the network are called connections.  
  • Microenterprise Basics -  A microenterprise, or microbusiness, is a very small business that generates income for an individual or a family.
  • Paying for School - Financial aid is monetary support that enables students to overcome the economic barriers of higher education.
  • Perpetual Education Fund - assists young Church members in paying for school so they can improve their employment and bless their families, the Church, and their communities.
  • Services Offered at an Employment Resource Center - Employment Resource Services offers a variety of services and resources to assist you and your ward and stake. The services that ERS provides are free of charge. 
  • Social Networking Web Sites - Social networking sites are defined as sites where a user can create a profile and build a personal network that connects him or her to other users. 
  • Succeeding in Home-Based Employment - As businesses adapt to a changing global environment, opportunities for nontraditional employment abound.
  • The Career Workshop -  is designed to help you develop the skills you need to be effective in finding employment.  
  • The Self-Employment Workshop Can Help - you formalize your idea and turn it into a successful business or enhance an existing business through the development of a business plan.
  • Want to go to School? - Going to school can be a big step. Perhaps you are feeling excited, overwhelmed, or scared. You may be wondering how to start the process, where to attend, what to study, how to pay for it, or whether you have it in you to succeed.
  • What to Expect When Visiting an Employment Center - Whether you want help finding a job, gaining additional skills, or starting a business, those who work in the employment center will be able to help you.
  • Working a Job Fair - Job fairs give you opportunities to meet with representatives from many employers. The purpose of going to a job fair is not to ask for a job but to develop relationships that might lead to a job.
  • Writing a Résumé or Curriculum Vitae - Creating a résumé or curriculum vitae (CV) that communicates your strengths will help you stand out. 

Self-Employed

  • [MEDIA] Watch John's Story - With the help of microcredit he increased in ability to provide for himself.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Josephine's Story - Her family enjoys the blessing of self-employment after taking the Self-Employment Workshop.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Mbaye's Story - After being denied three loans, he was able to obtain a microcredit loan to improve his business.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Pablo's Story - His family improves their business after attending the Self-Employment Workshop.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Teresita's Story - After obtaining a microloan, she was able to buy supplies in bulk to supplement the meager income of her husband.
  • Are You Ready to Start a Business? - It involves a serious commitment of your time and resources, and the smallest details need to be thought out.
  • Basics of Microcredit - seeks to provide access to financial capital to people who otherwise would not have the opportunity.
  • Choosing a Job Coach - In job searching, a job coach is a valuable member of your team.
  • Choosing a Profession - The career you choose will be one of the most important decisions you will make.
  • Considering Starting a Business? - Not sure where to start? Wondering if you have the skills to make it work?
  • Developing Your Career Plan - Developing a Career Plan A career plan is a set of goals and actions that will lead you to your ultimate long-term career goal.
  • Developing a Business Plan - All planning strategies mentioned in this article are from the Self-Employment Workshop taught at LDS employment resource centers. To locate a center near you go to www.ldsjobs.org. 
  • Dressing for Success - Many things can factor into a first impression, such as someone’s posture, facial expressions, voice intonations, handshake, eye contact, grooming, and dress.
  • Funding a Business - One of the major hurdles in starting a business is often financing. A business can have a sharp business plan and good products, but none of it will matter without proper funding to maintain the business.
  • Impressive Written Communication - Aside from résumés or CVs, your job search will likely require you to write cover letters, complete applications, and send follow-up thank-you letters.
  • Improving Your Small or Home-Based Business - You cannot simply maintain a business. Today’s competitive age requires that you continually improve your business.
  • Is Self-Employment Right for You? - Many people dream of being their own boss someday. For some, self-employment is the quickest way to turn that dream into reality.
  • Is Your Business Struggling? -  Managing a small business can be challenging. Resources are available to help.
  • Linkedin.com - LinkedIn.Com The Web site allows users to maintain business networks with colleagues, alumni, or other individuals. The people in the network are called connections.  
  • Managing Business Finances and Personal Finances - Personal finances can be complex but manageable with the right organization and practices. The finances of a business need even more attention to show exact profits and losses.
  • Microenterprise Basics -  A microenterprise, or microbusiness, is a very small business that generates income for an individual or a family.
  • Self-Employment Article -
  • Self-Employment Success - Whether you are thinking about starting a business or have been self-employed for quite awhile, there are some things you should consider in order to make your company successful.  
  • Services Offered at an Employment Resource Center - Employment Resource Services offers a variety of services and resources to assist you and your ward and stake. The services that ERS provides are free of charge. 
  • Social Networking Web Sites - Social networking sites are defined as sites where a user can create a profile and build a personal network that connects him or her to other users. 
  • Starting Small -  Running a successful business requires watching your resources carefully from the beginning and taking the proper initiatives.
  • Succeeding in Home-Based Employment - As businesses adapt to a changing global environment, opportunities for nontraditional employment abound.
  • The Self-Employment Workshop Can Help - you formalize your idea and turn it into a successful business or enhance an existing business through the development of a business plan.
  • What to Expect When Visiting an Employment Center - Whether you want help finding a job, gaining additional skills, or starting a business, those who work in the employment center will be able to help you.
  • Working a Job Fair - Job fairs give you opportunities to meet with representatives from many employers. The purpose of going to a job fair is not to ask for a job but to develop relationships that might lead to a job.
  • Writing a Résumé or Curriculum Vitae - Creating a résumé or curriculum vitae (CV) that communicates your strengths will help you stand out. 

Stakes & Wards

  • [MEDIA] Watch Alberto's Story - A bishop, encouraged by his stake president, works with the employment center to obtain employment.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Edileuza's Story - A young mom encouraged by her institute director to go to the employment center for education and career assistance.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Elza's Story - A single mother finds a job with the support of her stake president and LDS Employment Resource Services.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Irais's Story - A sister who overcomes lengthy unemployment after attending the Career Workshop.
  • [MEDIA] Watch John's Story - With the help of microcredit he increased in ability to provide for himself.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Josephine's Story - Her family enjoys the blessing of self-employment after taking the Self-Employment Workshop.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Mark's Story - Participating in the Professional Placement Program helped him succeed in his job search.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Mbaye's Story - After being denied three loans, he was able to obtain a microcredit loan to improve his business.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Pablo's Story - His family improves their business after attending the Self-Employment Workshop.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Rodney's Story - With help from his stake employment specialist he enrolled in a law enforcement training program.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Sinai's Story - A returned missionary works through the employment resource center to find schooling.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Teresita's Story - After obtaining a microloan, she was able to buy supplies in bulk to supplement the meager income of her husband.
  • [MEDIA] Watch Wagner's Story - A young father overcomes underemployment.
  • As a Quorum or Relief Society Leader What Should I Do to Help? -  As a quorum or Relief Society leader you have the primary responsibility to assist the ward members with their long-term self-reliance needs.
  • Basics of Microcredit - seeks to provide access to financial capital to people who otherwise would not have the opportunity.
  • Being a Mentor -  One of the greatest challenges a job seeker faces is the internal battle of lowered self-esteem, accompanied by despair and a loss of hope. A mentor can be a tremendous help.
  • Deseret Industries May Be an Option - Deseret Industries May be an Option  The training program at Deseret Industries is designed to help people create an individual career plan and develop ways to reach the goal of long-term employment.
  • Earning Your Daily Bread - Heavenly Father has blessed all of His children with the talents and gifts they will need to best provide for themselves and their families. 
  • Helping Members Develop a Career Plan - that will help them address temporary and long-term self-reliance.
  • Ideas for the Relief Society - In considering the needs of sisters and families, who may have employment needs, here are a few ideas to consider for Relief Society meetings held during the week.
  • Identifying Members Who Have Employment Needs - Bishoprics, high priests group leaders, elders quorum presidencies, and Relief Society presidencies have the responsibility of seeking out and caring for the poor and needy.
  • Identifying Resources That Exist in The Ward - Resources exist in every ward that can be called on to address the needs of the members of the ward.
  • Job Search Tip Sheets - The job search tip sheets cover the basics of a successful job search. Job seekers, employment specialists and priesthood and Relief Society leaders will benefit by becoming familiar with the information contained in this series of handouts. 
  • Microenterprise Basics -  A microenterprise, or microbusiness, is a very small business that generates income for an individual or a family.
  • Perpetual Education Fund - assists young Church members in paying for school so they can improve their employment and bless their families, the Church, and their communities.
  • Professional Placement Program - assists professionals, managers, and executives in finding or upgrading their employment.
  • Services Offered at an Employment Resource Center - Employment Resource Services offers a variety of services and resources to assist you and your ward and stake. The services that ERS provides are free of charge. 
  • Social Networking Web Sites - Social networking sites are defined as sites where a user can create a profile and build a personal network that connects him or her to other users. 
  • Surviving Unemployment - As companies continue to downsize or close, even ideal employees may find themselves needing to find new employment. 
  • The Career Workshop -  is designed to help you develop the skills you need to be effective in finding employment.  
  • The Lord's Storehouse -  "The Lord's storehouse includes the time, talents, skills, compassion, consecrated material, and financial means of faithful Church members. These resources are available to the bishop in assisting those in need."
  • The Self-Employment Workshop Can Help - you formalize your idea and turn it into a successful business or enhance an existing business through the development of a business plan.
  • Want to Be a Successful Employment Specialist? - Successful Employment Specialist You can help people with their self-reliance through career development, job improvement, and small business management. 
  • What Can I Do as a Bishop to help Unemployed Members? - What Can I Do as a Bishop to Help Unemployed Members? As a bishop you are aware of the temporal circumstances of your ward members and ensure that those in need receive proper care.
  • What to Expect When Visiting an Employment Center - Whether you want help finding a job, gaining additional skills, or starting a business, those who work in the employment center will be able to help you.

Small Business Organizations

  • Helping Small Businesses Succeed - by Connecting with the Right Resources LDS Employment Resource Services (ERS) connects with resources that can help people be successful in starting a business or improving an existing small business. We work with organizations, like yours, that provide training, coaching, consulting, funding and other services to small business owners. ERS can help you increase your reach in the community by connecting you to a pool of individuals who want to be successful business owners.
  • Informational Interviewing - Informational interviewing happens more frequently than you may realize.
  • Small Business Organizations FAQs - Small Business Organizations FAQ Perhaps you have never heard of LDS Employment Resource Services or perhaps you didn't realize that we assist people with being successful business owners.  
  • Who is ERS? -  ERS will help small businesses use community resources wisely, get you involved in promotions and trainings and try and partner you with organizations that will aid in the overall wellbeing of your business.

Schools

  • Choosing the Right Career - When you are deciding on a career, there are many things to consider.
  • Connecting Students with the Right School - We Help Students Connect with the Right Schools ERS assists individuals to find schools or programs like yours that offer degrees, certificates, vocational training or financial aid. ERS can help you broaden your reach in the community. 
  • How Does ERS Help People Obtain Education? - The key to successful employment is proper education and training, and LDS Employment Resource Services (ERS) helps people achieve success by helping them access educational opportunities.
  • School FAQs - Perhaps you have never heard of LDS Employment Resource Services or perhaps you didn't realize that we assist people with gaining education and skills.  

Employers

  • Employer FAQs -  Employer FAQs Perhaps you have never heard of LDS Employment Resource Services or perhaps you didn't realize that we are a global organization connecting employers and potential candidates.
  • Finding Good Employees Just Got Easier - LDS Employment Resource Services (ERS) is dedicated to helping people achieve success.
  • Offering Internships - Whether your opportunity is local or global, ERS can help you find the right fit for your position.
  • Pre-Screening of Candidates - The technology of ldsjobs.org makes it simple to sort through résumés of qualified candidates.
  • Using LDSJobs.org to Highlight Your Company - Organizations are discovering what many top companies have known for years: that they can achieve success by hiring highly motivated employees through LDS Employment Resource Services.
  • What Kinds of Employers Use LDS Employment Resource Services? -  ERS is a useful resource for employers in all industries that serves as a powerful networking tool to connect skilled people with good companies.