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Looking for a job can be a challenging event in
anyone's life. There is no one way to find the job
for you. Listed below are some ideas of what to
do, where to go, etc. We advise you to try
not just one, but several of these ideas.
This is the most effective way of finding a job.
You have probably heard the term "It's not what you
know, but who you know." Seventy Five percent of
the job openings are not advertised. Most employers post
internally first or hire friends and acquaintances of
the people who work for them. Networking is a term that
simply means asking people that you know about job
opportunities that they are aware of. It is amazing who
knows who.
You don't know many people?? Then get to know
people in the industry through informational
interviewing. This is a term used to gather
information about occupations, companies, industries
directly from the sources. You ask the
questions! There are several reasons why
this step is so important. You get some great
advice and information, can impress an employer by
taking an active approach and possibly be remembered
when a position does come available, be referred to
another employer who may be hiring, and practice your
interviewing skills. Call or write to make a
15-20 minute appointment either in person or over the
phone. Be sure to talk with the right person (not
someone in Human Resources).
This is not a job interview so do not
ask for a job!!!
Find a job the high-tech way. There are several
web sites where you can search for job openings or post
your resume. There are several good reasons
to use on-line recruiting sites. They can be
accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; has updated
real-time information; may be linked directly to a
company site; and using the internet demonstrates to an
employer your familiarity and skill with this marketing
tool.
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