5 Steps to Rapid Employment Program

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About 5 Steps

5 Steps to Rapid Employment is a holistic, step-by-step career development program that combines live instruction with independent online learning where participants learn how to proactively campaign for jobs instead of just searching for them. Through the program, first developed by Motivational Career Coach Jay Block, Five Steppers learn how to determine their market value, demonstrate the results they can provide to employers, develop self-marketing tools, and take control of their careers regardless of changes in the job market.

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Program Overview

Day 1: Learn How to Ride the Emotional Roller Coaster

Day 1 of the 5 Steps Program lays the foundation for success in focus management. Participants will learn how to identify the thoughts and beliefs that may be holding them back, how to change those thoughts, and how to ask better questions.

Day 2: Defining Your Goals—Jobs that Enrich Your Life

Day 3: Using Values-Based Resume and Self-Marketing Tools

Day 4: Creating a Meticulous Action Plan (MAP)

Day 5: Taking Action and Mastering A Few Self-Marketing Tools

When Is The Next 5 Steps Class Session?

5 Steps sessions run monthly as long as a minimum of six participants have committed to attend the program.

Month	Application Due	Application Review Begins	Course Dates* (Weekdays Only)
October 2024	SAT 10/5	TUE 10/7	WED 10/16 – TUE 10/22
November 2024	SAT 11/2	MON 11/4	WED 11/20 – TUE 11/26
January 2025	SAT 1/4	MON 1/6	WED 1/15 – TUE 1/22
February 2025	SAT 2/8	MON 2/10	WED 2/19 – TUE 2/25
March 2025	SAT 3/8	MON 3/10	WED 3/19 – TUE 3/25
April 2025	SAT 4/5	MON 4/7	WED 4/16 – TUE 4/23
May 2025	SAT 5/3	MON 5/5	WED 5/14 – TUE 5/20
June 2025	SAT 6/7	MON 6/9	WED 6/18 – TUE 6/25

How Do I Apply For The 5 Steps Program?

1st: Sign up for a 5 Steps Info Session.

The Info Session is a mandatory pre-requisite for the program and you’ll need to take it before you can access the application. Take the Info Session online or sign up for an in-person session.
2nd: At the end of your info session, you’ll receive a link to the 5 Steps Application.

When you fill out your application, ensure that the email address you provide is one that you check regularly. This will be the email address used to send you your acceptance and course materials throughout the program.
1. Click the link for the month you’d like to apply for
2. Select “Register”
3. Select “Checkout”
4. Fill out your information
5. Select “Submit”
3rd: Check your email!

All applications are reviewed together on the Monday after the application deadline.

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Things To Know

• A minimum of six participants is required for a cohort to run. Participants need access to the Internet for class sessions and homework.
• Most participants spend 2-4 hours per night on homework.
• Using the learning platforms successfully requires a basic understanding of how to use the Internet.
• Participants need a free Zoom account, a webcam, and a microphone (including those built into your laptop, tablet, desktop, or other smart device).
• Materials and important class information are sent via email.
• Participants should check their inbox regularly and know how to download and open attachments.
• Applicants must commit to all five days of instruction if they wish to participate in the program.
• The 5 Steps Info Session is required to apply. Register for The 5 Steps Info Session now online or in person.