subject: You Should Make The Rules For Finding A Job [print this page] Have you ever felt like giving up your search for a great job and just settling instead? At times it seems there are more potential employees than there are open jobs. If you look at the situation another way, however, a job search can be a great experience. When you're ready to do whatever it takes, you can secure your ideal job.
The job hunt process is very familiar. You read want ads then mail a resume and hope to get an interview. After that you most likely have to sit around and hope for a call that means good news. You and so many other job-seekers know the steps, but the whole process doesn't really fit you. If you want a head start on other job-seekers, take a look at these options.
Be proactive rather than reactive. Everyone knows to look at ads and "help wanted" posters to find a job. Try contacting businesses even if you're not sure that they need a position filled. In this way, you put yourself on the business' radar for now or in the future. Remember to read up on the the company's current issues. An employer may realize that you're a good fit to immediately deal with those issues.
Don't let hiring guidelines turn you away. Job-seekers are too often scared away from jobs because they don't have every prerequisite in an ad. If you have experience at a task, for example, then lacking a few sought-after characteristics isn't necessarily a bad thing. Don't hesitate to apply even if you don't exactly fit the mold. What many ads don't tell you is that companies train all their employees in some way. Selling your special skills to a company is a great strategy.
Think outside the box with old methods. Adhering to standard rules is only okay if you're getting the most out of the experience. Looking on the Internet is key to finding a job in many professions. Furthermore, consider starting your own blog or website to display your skills or joining a reputable job forum where you can network in a brand new way.
You can't really be right or wrong in how you look for a job. Following someone's guidelines is only right if it works for you. If you're motivated and dedicated, you will discover unique ways to find success.
