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Employability Tools is a transnational project focused on creating friendly and useful tools for young adults to develop their employability competences. It was supported by Erasmus +, the European Commission, under Strategic Partnerships for Youth (Key-Action 2 Cooperation for innovation and the exchange of good practices) – project nr 2016-2-PT02-KA205-003613.

A group of trainers, youth workers, community workers, career counsellors and project managers from 6 different organisations in Portugal, Belgium and Italy shared ideas during 2016 / 2018 to build: - the EMPLAY App - the EMPLAY Board Game - the EMPLAY Planner - the EMPLAY Handbook for Employability Workers These 4 tools are aimed at different targets; some are made for tech-lovers, others for the ones who love the smell of paper; some are meant to be used in a group, others are for you and you only.

All the tools aim to support reflection, awareness development and self-improvement for various dimensions of employability.

There are no answers or fixed advice. We prefer questions, inspiring ideas and /or challenges to make YOU wonder where you are and where you want your life path to lead you when it comes to work. You can find these tools for free at www.emplay.eu

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission.

This publication reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.

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to use

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welcome

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Take it as a pleasant challenge, enjoying a time for yourself.

It will help you discover more about who you are and get inspiration and act in order to be more employable: this means you will have more chances of finding a job you like or to keep and improve the one you have, depending on your goals.

You can use this planner in whatever way you wish, open it randomly or go through it progressively.

When to use it? Every day? Every weekend?

Find a method and apply it, perseverance is important for developing your employability.

Play its activities before applying for a job!

You can also check the index at the end with the category of each activity.

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Feel free to be creative, use colours and other tools! Feel free to discover more ways to use it! You can put the diary under your pillow to inspire dreams or put it on your head and improve your balance, what else?

If you like it, share it and give it to other friends!

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Add your suggestions on how to use this planner: — — — — —

Should you wish to share them with us please send them to info@emplay.eu

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Print one page of your CV per sheet.

It’ll make it easier to read, and will help ensure it’s read in full.

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It’s more effective to send it to only a few companies by selecting those you’d like to work for. Then customise the CV according to each one and, preferably, deliver it in person.

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Both are important because they are a reflection of the candidate: it should look neat and stand out visually from the crowd; the content must be organised, clear and concise.

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Illustrate the competences /skills you listed with examples/concrete experiences (e.g. teamwork - I joined a team of 9 people in company X; I was a football player).

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You should mention any references you may have from former teachers or employers. It may be important for recruiters to have information about a candidate from other professionals

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Customise your CV for each and every application. It’s best to have a common base and then make adjustments according to the position you are applying for.

Generally recruiters don’t read an entire CV and they will only do it if something grabs their attention. The Europass CV is standard so it will hardly stand out. A personalised CV may be more appealing.

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Qualifications and work experience may not be the most important.

Motivation, attitude, ability to relate to others and life experience are decisive in the selection process.

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Spelling and grammatical errors can exclude a candidate because they reveal both ignorance of basic language rules and also show a lack of care and accuracy.

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The personal profile highlights your relevant skills and achievements for the position you are applying for.

The profile summarises in a few words the recruiter’s most important question: why should I choose this person?

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The CV should be no longer than 2-3 pages; otherwise it will become too long for careful reading.The main objective is to highlight attractively and succinctly your talents relevant to the application.

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From 1 to 5: I take time to prepare a strategy for an active job search.

I organise my active job search according to questions such as: what? How? When? With whom? What do I need?

I know the type of companies/areas that interest me and where my skills and experience can be an asset.

I have a schedule where I organise my days, set my daily and weekly goals and it includes leisure time.

I have compiled a list of contacts throughout my life - people I've met, with whom I studied or worked.

I keep regularly in touch with my contacts in order to be visible and position myself in the labour market by expanding my network.

I register all applications I make: including the date,, means of contact (email, letter, by hand); company; jobs; conditions; documents submitted.

I look for ways to stay motivated and to be persistent in seeking a job.

I try to pamper myself and take care of my image and health.

I often meet with my friends and maintain social contacts.

Isolation is an enemy!

I regularly do things that please me and make me feel good.

I am usually aware and look for opportunities to learn and meet people in my area (like reading, training, events).

Why not do the same in other areas?

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The time is now! Go on and improve your job search skills You are on the right path. Keep going!

You work hard. Luck will arrive!

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t Tell them what you most like and what you can do, your professional skills and the type of work you are looking for.

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Tick what you agree with: I looked for information about the employers I'm applying for I know the requirements needed for the role I’m applying for and I have reflected on how this is applicable to me I am very clear about the reasons why I applied to that company I am prepared to adapt my image (clothing, hair, beard, make-up, nails) to the job I’m applying for, while also respecting my personality. Caring for your image also demonstrates how much you value your commitment I'm prepared to deal with my emotions. Being anxious is normal and reveals that you are focused on trying to do your best. However, it can also block you when it reaches excessive levels - learn some breathing techniques and do something you enjoy to relax before your interview.

I am aware of the importance of verbal language - I must use positive vocabulary, simple and clear sentences.

I am aware of the importance of non-verbal communication - body posture, movements, facial expressions and tone of voice. These elements have as much impact as what is said.

I can organise my ideas in a clear, succinct and logical way I'm prepared for frequently asked questions - Do not memorise answers as it may sound artificial - allow space for spontaneity and always tell the truth I am aware of my main resources and talents and I’m able to communicate them clearly I am open to learning new things and accepting new challenges

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It’s used to find solutions for specific problems; it’s about mixing ideas spontaneously in a varied group of people.

It’s important to avoid being judgemental and to encourage a combination of different points of view.

It’s a good tool for collecting ideas- whether conventional or out-of-the-box, because there are no wrong ideas!

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pitch ò§e õ: you and a potential employer happen to both be in a lift going to the 12th floor, where he/she will get off.

You have 1.5 minutes to make a presentation that gets yourself hired. Prepare your pitch, record it on camera.

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p¼ ÃÄ Employability is a combination of factors which enable individuals to progress towards or get into work (whether working for others, as an independent worker or entrepreneur), to stay in the labour market and to progress during their careers. It includes being able to change employment, profession or situation, if wanted or needed.

Employability of an individual depends on several factors:

individual factors

personal attributes (e.g.: demographics, physical issues, health...); Employability competences (e.g.: soft competences, technical competences and jobsearch skills.)

external factors

Environmental and social contexts (e.g.: opportunities to develop skills, employer attitudes)

economic

context

(e.g.:type of job opportunities)

Therefore, employability is not only about the individual but an interaction between the person and the context. The factors interact between themselves and employability is an ongoing dynamic process.

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A year ago J. found work in security. He’d had difficulties at school between the ages of 16 and 18 caused by school fatigue.

After repeating a year he eventually graduated from high school.

He then started teacher training college but dropped out after two months because it proved too difficult - having dyslexia and dyscalculia didn’t help. He did volunteer work to keep himself busy for a couple of months. He then did trials to join the police force but failed.

While doing volunteer work at the community center he met S. (another volunteer) who worked for a security company.

S. proposed to J. that he should apply for a job there, as they were looking to hire new staff (because of a heightened terror threat). S. had got his job because of 2 factors: having a reasonable knowledge of the French language and having a driver’s license .

J. acted accordingly and undertook a crash course in French and driving lessons. He passed both and could apply for the job at the security firm. He was hired immediately and has been doing the job for nearly a year with lots of enthusiasm.

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94 - Make your employability plan - Choose one aspect that want to develop from the various dimensions of employability (job search, professional and others experiences, networking, lifelong learning, entrepreneurial attitude‌) - Put a plan in place to achieve it.

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The European Commission has defined lifelong learning as: “all learning activity undertaken throughout life, with the aim of improving knowledge, skills and competences within a personal, civic, social and/or employment-related perspective�.

The key features of lifelong learning include the following principles: (1) Learning is an integral part of life, from cradle to grave, (2) Learning should be accessible to all, in whatever form, at whatever times, stages and wherever people want and need to learn, (3) Learning takes place across the continuum of informal, non-formal and formal education and training, in all spheres of life.

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During the body scan exercise you must pay close attention to any physical sensations in your entire body. The goal isn’t to change or relax your body, but to become more aware of it.

Begin by focusing on any feelings in your feet.

Notice any sensations such as warmth, coolness, pressure, pain, or the breeze moving on your skin.

Slowly move up your body to your calves, thighs, pelvis, stomach, chest, back, shoulders, arms, hands, fingers, neck, and finally your head.

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ã � I ä Who am I? Where do I want to go?

What do I have to do to get there?

World Map ......................................... Page 6 Ideas / thoughts about my travels ........... Page 8 My general plans ................................. Page 11 About me ......................................... Page 13 Find your point of arrival ........................ Page 14 Your inspirational quote .......................... Page 15 What are your strengths? .......................... Page 17 C.V .............................................. Page 18 Your life priorities ............................ Page 23 How do I feel today? ........................... Page 25 What colour is my job search? ..................... Page 26 What do you think about this? (communication) .... Page 27 What things do you enjoy doing? ................... Page 29 My dreamboard .................................... Page 30 Tips for good non-verbal communication in an interview ................................... Page 33 Discover talents in your hobbies! ................. Page 34 What are you afraid of? ........................... Page 35 Talk to 5 people about your job search ............ Page 38 Am I ready for the interview? ..................... Page 41 Do the questionnaire (self awareness) ............. Page 42 EURES – What do you know about? ................... Page 45 In 5 years ........................................ Page 46 How often do you say good things about yourself? .. Page 47 Do you have Linkedin? ............................. Page 50 Identify 3 people who can recommended you for a job Page 51 When was the last time you made an aplication‌ ? .. Page 54

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Who am I? Where do I want to go?

What do I have to do to get there?

Being older or younger ............................ Page 57 Identify 3 services where you can find help ....... Page 58 How would you rate your knowledge of Excel? ....... Page 59 5 professional areas with higher rates of employment Page 61 A person who you consider to be a reference ....... Page 62 Do you know any European Mobility Program? ........ Page 63 Surprise: you have been given a training voucher .. Page 66 Your life line .................................... Page 67 Draw your business card ........................... Page 70 Challenge yourself and do something different ..... Page 71 Take some time for you ............................ Page 74 People’s first impression of you .................. Page 75 Different points of view .......................... Page 77 Brainstorming .................................... Page 79 Elevator pitch ................................... Page 81 Wheel of life ..................................... Page 83 Look for local employability resources............. Page 86 Download bar: write one objective ................. Page 87 Travelling to your own future ..................... Page 89 Network .......................................... Page 90 Good diction ..................................... Page 91 Make your employability plan ...................... Page 94 Lifelong learning ................................ Page 95 Creativity ....................................... Page 97 Organize yourself (job search) .................... Page 98 Why travelling makes you a better person .......... Page 99 Do you have a business idea? ..................... Page 102 Mindfulness – body scan .......................... Page 105

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PARTNERS DNA Cascais is a non-profit association in Cascais – Portugal, aiming at contributing to the general promotion, encouragement and development of entrepreneurship, with a focus on the promotion of youth and social entrepreneurship in Cascais.

Throughout its 12 years of existence, it has supported the creation of over 300 new companies and 1.670 new jobs. Its acronym DNA stands for Developing New Attitudes, something the association has achieved in the community through actions like the DNA Cascais School Entrepreneurship Programme that has involved over 38.000 students, 50 schools and 300 teachers from various grades. DNA Cascais manages a business Câmara Municipal de Cascais

is Cascais City Council - Portugal, a city of around 200.000 inhabitants. The partnership in this project forms part of the intervention of the Employability Unit, the mission of which is to "promote employability and employment, empowering citizens, enhancing the involvement of local organisations working in the field of employment and training, and promoting economic investment and entrepreneurship. The City Council actively engages with young people through its Youth Unit which works to "contribute to the empowerment of young people through the

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incubator (where more than 60 companies operate), runs the Business Ideas Competition, manages the "Business Angels Club", and organises seminars, conferences, training in entrepreneurship and study visits at national and international level. It also develops studies and publications on entrepreneurship.

www.dnacascais.pt

implementation of targeted strategies for the development of their personal, social and professional skills, with the aim to empower them with the necessary skills and conditions for the practice of a complete citizenship". Cascais won the European Youth Capital award in 2018.

www.cascais.pt

Produções Fixe was created in 2010 as a private social company with the objective to create a community support system in the rural village Vila da Marmeleira Portugal, aiming to create employability at a local level and using local resources and principles such as complementary relations, cooperation, innovation and creativity. It is active in 4 different fields: training (both at a national and international level) on socially sensitive issues (e.g. democracy, financial literacy, conflict resolution, team work, social inclusion, employability…), development and design of

Vzw Elegast Wijkwerking

is a ‘community service’ located in Antwerp - Belgium. It organises activities for the community and empowers people with less opportunities. Some examples: free use of computers, computer lessons, play afternoons, craft workshops, Dutch classes, cleaning actions, sports activities, community celebrations, network meetings...

It also works on awareness and prevention of possible pitfalls in life (social, financial...).

Involving volunteers in every part

educational tools (e.g. simulation exercise Plan B: see youth workers magazine Coyote nº 10), the production of these educational tools (through the creation of a small local ‘factory’ employing inhabitants) and the community project ‘The Rural Centre of Non Formal Education’.

www.producoesfixe.com

of the job (giving and taking responsibilities) is part of the job.

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Xena Association is a non-profit cultural association based in Padova - Italy. Founded in 1995 to promote intercultural learning, non-formal education and active citizenship, its team includes trainers, experts in European programmes, educators, psychologists, animators, facilitators, experts in youth training, information and guidance and language teachers. The role of voluntary work is also valuable, provided at all levels by members from various nationalities.

It has always promoted both local and international projects, mainly

in the framework of European Programmes (i.e. “Erasmus Plus” KA 1 and 2 for youth, VET, adults and former "Youth in Action", Lifelong Learning: “Leonardo da Vinci”, “Grundtvig”). It has been a member of the information network Eurodesk for ten years; since 2010 it is part of the Euroguidance network.

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other NGOs, institutions and schools, mainly introducing non-formal education in formal settings, and supporting social workers, teachers, officers and managers in creating better working environment and improving their competences in working with young people.

project design is an association established in 1990 in Martano Italy. It's active in the field of youth-work, addressing mainly young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, with a specific focus on involving young people through innovative educational approaches, arts, cultural events and social work. In 2001 Insight_epd started its European experience promoting and participating in youth exchanges, seminars, training courses with the EC Programs like “Youth”, “Youth in Action”, “Erasmus+”. Insight_epd is also active at the local level cooperating with and supporting

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