1 🧭 Self-DiscoveryKnow yourself before you job search. · ⏱ 1–2 weeks 5 steps ▾
📋Career AssessmentIdentify your skills, strengths, personality type, and work style to clarify where you fit best.
🎯Identify Target RolesResearch industries and job titles that match your background — including ones you might not have considered.
💰Set Salary ExpectationsResearch salary ranges in Contra Costa County for your target roles so you know your market value.
📅Define Your GoalsSet short-term goals (land a job in 6–12 months) and long-term goals (where you want to be in 3–5 years).
🔄Map Transferable SkillsIdentify skills from past experience that apply to new industries — you likely have more than you think.
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2 🔨 Foundation BuildingBuild the tools that get you hired. · ⏱ 1–3 weeks 🔒 5 ▾
3 🗺️ Job Search StrategySearch smarter, not harder. · ⏱ Ongoing 5 steps ▾
📝Create a 30-Day Action PlanMap out exactly what you'll do each week — applications, networking events, follow-ups, and skill-building sessions.
🔔Set Up Job AlertsCreate your free ContraCostaJobs account, upload your resume, and turn on alerts so new postings come to you.
🏢Research Target CompaniesIdentify 10 to 15 companies in Contra Costa County you would want to work for.
🤝Build Your NetworkConnect with professionals in your industry — attend local events, join LinkedIn groups, reach out for informational interviews.
🎟️Go to a Hiring EventEmployers across Contra Costa County run hiring events. Go to one with your resume and a clear pitch.
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4 📮 Application & OutreachApply with intention, not desperation. · ⏱ Ongoing 🔒 5 ▾
5 🎤 Interview PreparationWalk in confident. Walk out hired. · ⏱ Per interview 🔒 5 ▾
6 🤝 Offer & NegotiationGet paid what you're worth. · ⏱ 1–2 weeks 🔒 5 ▾
7 🚀 First 90 DaysMake your mark early. · ⏱ 3 months 🔒 5 ▾
8 📈 Career GrowthNever stop growing. · ⏱ Ongoing — forever 🔒 6 ▾
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