subject: Tips To Find A Job [print this page] Getting a job now is harder than ever do to the poor economical conditions in the country. Dont give up! There are jobs available for you. Here are a few sure fire tips that will help you reach that goal ahead of the pack. Certain jobs will not require all this preparation so
Job Search - Tips
This might be the most important phase of the employment process. Without a tentative employer there is no need to worry about the interview or resume.
Where to Look:
1. Previous employers, acquaintances, friends and family and word of mouth.
2. Unemployment Office and Library
3. Near by big city and local newspapers.
4. Employment centers for short or long term placement.
5. Large corporations have their own employment site to surf.
6. Internet sites - networking, blogs, twitter, my face, social book marketing, etc and job surfing search web sites.
Relocation might be necessary if you find the job on line.
Resume-Tips
You do not have to spend a lot of money for a perfect one.
1. Be decisive and state the type of job you want, where you want to work, and your goals doing it.
2. Simply start with your strongest point, one or two outstanding skills and your education, training, and any relevant awards.
3. Paste cover letter and resume into the body of the e-mail so it appears professional looking and arrives in a timely manner. Take 2 copies to interview.
4. Write existing and new resumes in Notepad or Simpletext to format 1" left margin, 3" right margin, text flush left with Courier font 12 pt., double space between sections, use bullets instead of asterisks and use caps to emphasis not bold.
Prepare for the interview-Tips
Key steps to perform to improve your interview process:
1. Surf their web and get knowledge about the products or services of the potential Employer.
2. Review the job description and general information on line so you can talk and answer intelligently.
3. Company employees you know are a good resource to find about the unwritten duties and other job relationships.
4. Your resume should be reworked to focus on the appropriate experiences that align with the job.
5. A past job list of successes will help you talk assertively about your resume and experiences.
6. Interviews make or break most so arrive early and stay without worrying about another appointment until all the questions are answered.
7. When you get to the interviewers office early make sure you get his name and pronunciation so you can greet him properly.
8. Shut off your cell phone before the interview to be polite.
Interview-Tips
Act and dress professionally according to the position you are applying for.
1. Your experiences, work ethics and track record will be discussed in great detail so be prepared.
2. The interviewer will remember your courtesy manner as a plus.
3. The interviewer is looking for a problem solver or people person so present yourself as a valuable one.
4. Take a calculated chance during the interview when asked in a relax and easy manner.
5. Thank them for the opportunity to discuss the job position.
6. A thank you follow up call or e-mail after the interview is a positive.
