BMAD-METHOD/src/modules/career-coach/checklists/job-search-checklist.md

Job Search Checklist

Checklist Information

• Checklist Type: Job Search Strategy
• Agent: career-coach
• Task: job-search-strategy.md
• Version: 1.0

Job Search Preparation

Self-Assessment

• Career Goals: Clear career goals and objectives defined
• Target Roles: Specific target roles and job titles identified
• Industry Focus: Target industries and sectors identified
• Geographic Preferences: Geographic preferences and constraints defined
• Salary Expectations: Realistic salary expectations established
• Timeline: Job search timeline and urgency level determined
• Skills Assessment: Current skills and experience assessed
• Gap Analysis: Skills gaps and development needs identified

Market Research

• Industry Trends: Current industry trends and market conditions researched
• Job Market: Job market conditions in target industries analyzed
• Salary Research: Salary ranges for target roles researched
• Company Research: Target companies and organizations identified
• Competition Analysis: Understanding of competition for target roles
• Growth Areas: High-growth areas and emerging opportunities identified
• Skills in Demand: In-demand skills and qualifications identified
• Networking Opportunities: Networking opportunities in target industries identified

Personal Branding

• Resume: Professional, targeted resume prepared
• Cover Letter: Compelling cover letter template created
• LinkedIn Profile: Complete, professional LinkedIn profile
• Online Presence: Professional online presence established
• Personal Website: Personal website or portfolio created (if applicable)
• Professional Photo: Professional headshot for online profiles
• Brand Statement: Personal brand statement developed
• Value Proposition: Clear value proposition articulated

Application Strategy

Job Search Channels

• Job Boards: Primary job boards identified and accounts created
• Company Websites: Target company career pages bookmarked
• Professional Networks: Professional networking platforms identified
• Recruiters: Recruiter relationships established
• Industry Publications: Industry-specific job boards identified
• Social Media: Social media job search strategies developed
• Referral Networks: Referral opportunities identified
• Direct Applications: Direct application strategy developed

Application Process

• Application Tracking: Application tracking system established
• Customization Strategy: Resume and cover letter customization approach
• Quality vs Quantity: Balance between quality and quantity determined
• Follow-up Strategy: Follow-up strategy for applications developed
• Application Timing: Optimal timing for applications determined
• ATS Optimization: Resume optimized for Applicant Tracking Systems
• Keywords: Relevant keywords for target roles identified
• Application Materials: All application materials prepared and ready

Target Company Strategy

• Dream Companies: List of dream companies identified
• Realistic Targets: List of realistic target companies identified
• Company Research: Comprehensive research on target companies
• Company Culture: Understanding of company cultures and values
• Application Process: Understanding of company application processes
• Contact Information: Key contact information for target companies
• Company News: Monitoring of company news and developments
• Employee Networks: Connections with current employees identified

Networking Strategy

Network Assessment

• Current Network: Current professional network assessed
• Network Strength: Strength of current network evaluated
• Gap Analysis: Network gaps and opportunities identified
• Key Contacts: Key contacts in target industries identified
• Referral Potential: Referral potential within network assessed
• Network Goals: Specific networking goals established
• Relationship Building: Strategy for building new relationships
• Network Maintenance: Plan for maintaining existing relationships

Networking Activities

• LinkedIn Strategy: LinkedIn networking strategy developed
• Industry Events: Industry events and conferences identified
• Professional Associations: Professional association memberships
• Informational Interviews: Informational interview strategy developed
• Networking Events: Local networking events identified
• Alumni Networks: Alumni network opportunities identified
• Online Communities: Online professional communities joined
• Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteer opportunities for networking

Relationship Management

• Contact Database: Contact management system established
• Follow-up System: System for following up with contacts
• Value Exchange: Strategy for providing value to network
• Reciprocity: Plan for supporting others in network
• Communication Plan: Regular communication plan with key contacts
• Relationship Tracking: System for tracking relationship development
• Referral Requests: Strategy for requesting referrals
• Thank You Notes: System for sending thank you notes

Interview Preparation

Interview Skills

• Behavioral Questions: Preparation for behavioral interview questions
• Technical Questions: Preparation for technical questions (if applicable)
• Company Research: Thorough company research for interviews
• Question Preparation: Questions to ask interviewers prepared
• STAR Method: STAR method for answering questions practiced
• Mock Interviews: Mock interview practice scheduled
• Confidence Building: Confidence-building strategies developed
• Body Language: Professional body language and presentation skills

Interview Logistics

• Interview Attire: Professional interview attire prepared
• Technology Setup: Technology setup for virtual interviews
• Interview Location: Quiet, professional interview location identified
• Backup Plans: Backup plans for technical issues
• Travel Arrangements: Travel arrangements for in-person interviews
• Interview Schedule: Interview schedule and timing planned
• Materials Preparation: Interview materials and portfolio prepared
• Pre-interview Routine: Pre-interview routine and preparation

Company Knowledge

• Company History: Understanding of company history and background
• Company Mission: Understanding of company mission and values
• Company Products/Services: Knowledge of company products/services
• Company Leadership: Understanding of company leadership
• Company News: Recent company news and developments
• Company Culture: Understanding of company culture
• Company Challenges: Understanding of company challenges and opportunities
• Company Future: Understanding of company future plans

Skill Development

Skill Assessment

• Current Skills: Current skills and competencies assessed
• Target Skills: Skills required for target roles identified
• Skill Gaps: Gaps between current and required skills identified
• Skill Priorities: Priority skills for development identified
• Learning Plan: Learning and development plan created
• Certifications: Relevant certifications identified
• Training Programs: Training programs and courses identified
• Skill Demonstration: Strategy for demonstrating skills

Learning Resources

• Online Courses: Online learning platforms and courses identified
• Books and Materials: Relevant books and learning materials
• Workshops and Seminars: Workshops and seminars identified
• Mentorship: Mentorship opportunities identified
• Practice Opportunities: Opportunities to practice new skills
• Industry Resources: Industry-specific learning resources
• Professional Development: Professional development opportunities
• Skill Validation: Methods for validating skill development

Continuous Learning

• Learning Schedule: Regular learning schedule established
• Industry Trends: Staying current with industry trends
• Technology Updates: Keeping up with technology changes
• Best Practices: Staying current with best practices
• Professional Reading: Regular professional reading schedule
• Conference Attendance: Conference and event attendance plan
• Webinar Participation: Webinar and online event participation
• Knowledge Sharing: Strategy for sharing knowledge and expertise

Application Tracking

Tracking System

• Tracking Tool: Application tracking tool or system established
• Data Fields: Key data fields for tracking identified
• Update Schedule: Regular update schedule for tracking system
• Follow-up Tracking: System for tracking follow-up activities
• Response Tracking: System for tracking responses and outcomes
• Interview Tracking: System for tracking interview outcomes
• Feedback Tracking: System for tracking feedback received
• Success Metrics: Success metrics and KPIs defined

Performance Analysis

• Application Success Rate: Tracking application success rates
• Interview Conversion Rate: Tracking interview conversion rates
• Response Time Analysis: Analysis of response times
• Channel Effectiveness: Analysis of job search channel effectiveness
• Network Effectiveness: Analysis of networking effectiveness
• Skill Gap Impact: Analysis of skill gaps on job search success
• Strategy Effectiveness: Analysis of overall strategy effectiveness
• Improvement Areas: Identification of areas for improvement

Strategy Adjustment

• Regular Review: Regular review of job search strategy
• Performance Assessment: Assessment of strategy performance
• Market Adaptation: Adaptation to changing market conditions
• Strategy Refinement: Refinement of job search strategy
• New Opportunities: Identification of new opportunities
• Risk Assessment: Assessment of job search risks
• Contingency Planning: Development of contingency plans
• Goal Adjustment: Adjustment of job search goals as needed

Financial Planning

Budget Planning

• Job Search Budget: Budget for job search activities established
• Expense Categories: Job search expense categories identified
• Cost Tracking: System for tracking job search costs
• Budget Allocation: Allocation of budget across activities
• Cost-Benefit Analysis: Cost-benefit analysis of job search activities
• Financial Timeline: Financial timeline for job search
• Emergency Fund: Emergency fund for extended job search
• Income Planning: Planning for income during job search

Resource Allocation

• Time Allocation: Allocation of time across job search activities
• Priority Activities: Identification of priority activities
• Resource Investment: Investment in job search resources
• Tool Selection: Selection of job search tools and platforms
• Professional Services: Investment in professional services
• Education Investment: Investment in education and training
• Networking Investment: Investment in networking activities
• Technology Investment: Investment in technology and equipment

Financial Management

• Expense Monitoring: Regular monitoring of job search expenses
• Budget Adjustments: Adjustments to budget as needed
• Cost Optimization: Optimization of job search costs
• ROI Analysis: Analysis of return on investment for activities
• Financial Planning: Long-term financial planning
• Debt Management: Management of any debt during job search
• Income Diversification: Diversification of income sources
• Financial Security: Maintenance of financial security

Mental Health and Well-being

Stress Management

• Stress Recognition: Recognition of job search stress
• Stress Management Techniques: Stress management techniques identified
• Work-Life Balance: Maintenance of work-life balance
• Physical Health: Maintenance of physical health
• Mental Health: Attention to mental health needs
• Support System: Strong support system in place
• Professional Help: Access to professional help if needed
• Positive Mindset: Maintenance of positive mindset

Motivation and Persistence

• Goal Clarity: Clear, motivating goals established
• Progress Tracking: Regular tracking of progress
• Celebration: Celebration of small wins and progress
• Motivation Strategies: Strategies for maintaining motivation
• Persistence Plan: Plan for maintaining persistence
• Resilience Building: Building resilience for setbacks
• Learning from Failure: Learning from failures and setbacks
• Adaptability: Maintaining adaptability and flexibility

Support and Community

• Family Support: Support from family and friends
• Professional Support: Professional support and guidance
• Peer Support: Support from job search peers
• Mentor Support: Support from mentors and advisors
• Community Involvement: Involvement in supportive communities
• Accountability Partners: Accountability partners identified
• Support Groups: Job search support groups
• Professional Networks: Professional network support

Success Metrics

Quantitative Metrics

• Applications Submitted: Number of applications submitted
• Response Rate: Response rate from applications
• Interview Rate: Interview rate from applications
• Offer Rate: Offer rate from interviews
• Time to Offer: Time from start to job offer
• Salary Achievement: Achievement of salary goals
• Network Growth: Growth in professional network
• Skill Development: Progress in skill development

Qualitative Metrics

• Job Satisfaction: Satisfaction with job search process
• Career Alignment: Alignment with career goals
• Learning and Growth: Learning and growth during job search
• Network Quality: Quality of professional network
• Personal Development: Personal development and growth
• Confidence Building: Building of confidence and self-esteem
• Industry Knowledge: Increase in industry knowledge
• Professional Reputation: Enhancement of professional reputation

Long-term Success

• Career Progression: Progress toward long-term career goals
• Skill Advancement: Advancement of professional skills
• Network Value: Value of professional network
• Industry Position: Position within target industry
• Professional Recognition: Recognition within profession
• Job Security: Achievement of job security
• Work-Life Balance: Achievement of work-life balance
• Personal Fulfillment: Achievement of personal fulfillment

Action Items

Immediate Actions (Next 7 Days)

• Resume Update: Update resume with latest information
• LinkedIn Profile: Complete LinkedIn profile optimization
• Job Search Plan: Develop comprehensive job search plan
• Target List: Create list of target companies and roles
• Application Tracking: Set up application tracking system
• Networking Plan: Develop networking strategy and plan

Short-term Actions (Next 30 Days)

• Skill Development: Begin skill development activities
• Networking Events: Attend networking events and activities
• Application Submissions: Begin submitting applications
• Interview Preparation: Begin interview preparation
• Market Research: Complete comprehensive market research
• Financial Planning: Complete financial planning for job search

Long-term Actions (Next 90 Days)

• Interview Practice: Regular interview practice and preparation
• Skill Certification: Obtain relevant certifications
• Network Expansion: Significant expansion of professional network
• Strategy Refinement: Refinement of job search strategy
• Performance Review: Regular review of job search performance
• Goal Achievement: Achievement of job search goals

Review Schedule

Weekly Review

• Progress Check: Check progress on weekly goals
• Application Review: Review application submissions and responses
• Networking Review: Review networking activities and outcomes
• Strategy Adjustment: Adjust strategy based on results
• Next Week Planning: Plan activities for next week

Monthly Review

• Comprehensive Assessment: Complete comprehensive job search assessment
• Goal Achievement: Review progress toward monthly goals
• Strategy Effectiveness: Assess effectiveness of current strategy
• Market Analysis: Analyze current market conditions
• Next Month Planning: Plan activities for next month

Quarterly Review

• Strategic Review: Complete strategic job search review
• Performance Analysis: Analyze overall job search performance
• Market Assessment: Assess market and industry changes
• Goal Revision: Revise goals based on performance and changes
• Long-term Planning: Plan for next quarter and beyond

Success Criteria

A successful job search should result in:

• Job Offer: Securing a job offer that meets career goals
• Career Alignment: Job that aligns with long-term career objectives
• Salary Goals: Achievement of salary and compensation goals
• Job Satisfaction: High satisfaction with the new role
• Career Growth: Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Professional Development: Continued professional development
• Network Expansion: Significant expansion of professional network
• Skill Enhancement: Enhancement of professional skills and competencies
• Industry Position: Strong position within target industry
• Personal Fulfillment: Achievement of personal and professional fulfillment