subject: Finding The Right Job [print this page] Your resume and cover letter can be very helpful in securing the right job, but how do you go about finding the right job in the first place?
One thing that can really help in this situation is understanding your basic expectations for a job/career. Do you know what you want? What is the minimum salary that you will accept for a position? Are you more inclined to work by yourself or as part of a team? How much variation do you like (day to day) in your job?
In order to realize what will make you happy, you need to spend some time analyzing your needs, desires and expectations. Unless you truly grasp what truly matters in your life, you will likely find yourself switching jobs somewhat frequently.
When you know what you want in your career, you are better able to write your resume and perform well in an interview. Why? When it comes time for you to write your resume or for an interview you will have a much better understanding of yourself and you will be better able to handle those often-frustrating questions, like: Why do you want to work here? or What do you see yourself doing in 5 years?
Finding the right job is important. It is important for you to have the right job so that you will be happy. It is also important for your employer because happy employees are productive employees.
Be open to whatever opportunities come your way. Evaluate them by comparing them to your career goals. Whatever matches up, even if it was not something you originally considered, is worth looking into.
