The best job search advice you'll ever receive
CHICAGO, IL -- Even in decent economic times, you need to double your efforts if you want to stand out. But the best advice is that in these times you'll need to triple it. The more you put into something, the better it tends to work out. If you're looking for a job, you want to send out as many signals as possible that show that not only are you not afraid of hard work, but you're actually turned on by it.
The best way to signal that you're hardworking is to explain your routine and method for working explicitly to the employer. As someone who does a couple of hundred interviews a year, I can tell you I almost never get a proactive candidate who does this! Now, I'm not saying folks should work so hard that they can't have a life and family--but in a market like this, people seriously are going to need to sacrifice.
Bottom line: Employers are going to hire the hardest-working people and lay off the clock punchers first. If you want to get employed, your best strategy is to put yourself into the hardest-working bucket. Given a climate where no one is able to look ahead and everyone is reacting, such a point of view would stand head and shoulders above the competition.
New job search tool helps beat the competition
LOS ANGELES, CA -- With a new service called MyJobHunter, you can search all top career sites at once & apply to all matching jobs with one click. Just enter what you're looking for, review the matching jobs and 'check mark' the ones you want. Then, click a single button and you'll be instantly applied to all of them at once (whether 1 or 1000) with your resume and cover letter.
Click another button and you can automate the whole process. MyJobHunter actually remembers your search criteria, looks for new job matches every day, and automatically applies to them for you when it finds a match. Then you'll get an email each day listing every job applied to with links so you can review the descriptions.
Did you know that most employers find qualified applicants within the first group of resumes they receive? That's why MyJobHunter really works! It gets your resume in the hands of interested employers immediately after their jobs are advertised - and long before your competition. This gets your resume there faster and increases your job opportunities. To learn more, follow this link.
Keeping a routine when job hunting
LAS VEGAS, NV -- Being out of work and looking for a job is difficult. The physical demands of the task are great, and the longer it takes, the greater the threat to one's sense of well-being. Helpful suggestions about how and where to look for a job, how to create an effective resume, have a successful interview, etc., are everywhere, and they are worthwhile.
You should also have a daily routine. Add checking out the agencies that deal with temporary employment and keeping your network of friends and family aware of your situation to your routine. While you are in the process of actively looking, by going on the Internet and checking career web sites, be sure that you are also going out each day and physically checking any leads you get. It is vital that you do something every day in regard to your search for employment.
It's also extremely important that you do your usual morning routine as though you are going to work. Get up, get ready for your day, get dressed and go out, even if only for a walk. Otherwise, it is all too easy to fall into a depressive, slothful state of inactivity, and develop a full-time attachment to some form of distraction like TV, reading or surfing the Internet.
Job hunting when you have a job
MCLEAN, VA -- Looking for a job when you already have one can make you feel like an undercover agent, sneaking around and keeping secrets. However, it's usually easier to find a job while you're still employed. To manage this juggling act, consider some of these do's and don'ts:
DON'T tell your boss you are looking for another job. Your manager may view your desire to depart as a betrayal. DON'T tell your coworkers either. If you want to discuss your job search, talk to friends and family. DON'T use company resources. DON'T use company time. Many companies monitor employee activities, including phone calls, email, and websites visited. DO organize your job search. Because you have a job, your time is limited, so you must be organized and focused.
DO consider using recruiters. By contacting recruiters who specialize in your field, you can save time and increase contacts. Always be sure to keep your job search confidential, especially when posting your resume online. DO interview on your own time. Try to schedule interviews before or after work or during lunch. DON'T over-explain. If your boss asks why you need time off, just give a simple, general response like "I have to meet with someone about some personal business".
Secure your job search - Confidentially post your resume
LOS ANGELES, CA -- You've decided to take the leap and look for a new job. But where do you start? While the job market is very competitive right now, there are still lots of jobs being offered by hiring managers who search all of the top career websites. Sure it may take some time, but posting your resume on ALL the top websites will give you better exposure than your competition.
If you want the benefit of maximum exposure, but don't want to spend 60 hours researching and filling out website forms, consider letting a service like Resume Rabbit do the work for you. With this service, you fill out one easy form and in about 15 minutes you'll be posted on up to 85 top career websites like CareerBuilder, Job.com, Net-Temps, Dice and more.
If confidentiality is a concern, use Resume Rabbit's confidentiality feature. Your resume can be seen, however, no one will see your name, street address or phone number. Whether you do it by hand or use a service like Resume Rabbit, creating accounts on all the best career sites will give you access to millions of jobs and exposure to 1.5 million employers and recruiters daily. Try Resume Rabbit today.
Re-evaluating your interview skills
NEW YORK, NY -- This past week I received a message from a job seeker who has been job hunting high and low for weeks without any success. He has had interviews and some leads but nothing has turned out. Sometimes finding the right job and the right fit can be difficult. This is when it's time to re-evaluate your job search process and find ways to improve your interview skills. Here are some examples:
Poor resume: If you are applying for a job that you are qualified for but not getting interviews, it might be a sign that your resume needs a second look. Shaky job interview skills: Ask for feedback on your interview skills, strengths and weaknesses from the interviewer. Although intimidating, don't pass up this opportunity to get some valuable coaching. It also shows the employer your receptivity for feedback and commitment to improvement.
If you feel really nervous and lack confidence then it's important you address it. However, if you feel confident in interviews and think it went well but never get an offer, then it might suggest a lack of awareness. It is not uncommon for people to over estimate their own ability when it comes to job interviewing. If this could be the culprit, it's important you seek some training or help to improve your interviewing skills.
Don't let a bad interview kill your job search
LOS ANGELES, CA -- A bad job interview can kill your chances of landing a position. And with unemployment skyrocketing and the field loaded with others seeking work, you need to nail that interview. Diligent job seekers spend hours creating resumes & cover letters, and searching through job postings -- all in order to get an interview. Yet most of them don't spend nearly enough time learning what to do when they get one!
The skills needed to do the job and the skills needed to get the job are two completely separate things. Even in today's competitive job market, the most qualified person rarely gets the job. Additionally, interviews are harder to get than before. When the job market was booming it took an average of 3 interviews to get 1 job offer. Now it takes 17. The key is have a great interview, where the interviewer actually pictures you doing the job.
If you want to be that person, there's a little known secret you can put together for your next interview that literally forces the interviewer to picture you filling the position, and to visualize actually hiring you -- asap. Using this method guarantees--you'll stand out from the crowd and shoot straight to the top of the "must hire" list. For more information, follow this link.
How to prepare for a career switch
LOS ANGELES, CA -- When most people undertake a job search, they seek a position that is fairly similar to their last job. But what if you're sick of your career track? What if you want to get a job in a completely new field in which you have no experience and no contacts? We have good news for you: This may be the perfect time to explore such a switch.
In a rough economy where many people are struggling to find ANY job, many are also reevaluating their priorities and entertaining risky (but exciting) career changes. In fact, nearly half of all job seekers tracked over the past year have found new jobs in completely different industries, according to a survey from outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas. But making a switch isn't easy. It means you're going to have to work harder to learn about your new job of interest.
To get filled in, all you need to do is a bit of reading. Industry publications -- that is, specialty magazines, newspapers and newsletters -- can give you a great glimpse into the latest news, big debates, common buzzwords and major players involved in a particular industry. In other words, these niche publications show you what it's like to have a job in a particular industry and can be the first step in making that big switch.
Business and trade publications increase marketability
LOS ANGELES, CA -- Whether you're looking to move up or move on - reading business and trade publications lets you move right in to the job of your dreams. They keep you sharp, well informed, articulate and in-demand. It's no secret that keeping up with the news and trends of your industry or profession (as well as that of your clients) will give you the competitive edge you need. And now, you can get your trade magazines without having to pay for them.
Through a special offer from The Career News, you can instantly get a subscription to practically every leading industry and business publication. It takes only a minute to search the website to quickly find the magazines matching your skills and interests.
First search by publication title, industry, or geography. Then, pick the magazines you want, fill out a brief online subscription form and press submit. It's really that easy. To sign up now for your complimentary trade magazines, go to TradePub.
Career Tools Highlighted in This Issue:
- MyJobHunter - Job Search Engine Tool Search all top job sites at once & apply to jobs with one click.
- Resume Rabbit - Newer & Faster Get your resume on over 85 career sites - Takes only 5 Minutes.
- Interview Secrets: Turn interviews to jobs Little known interview secret that practically forces them to hire you.
- Complimentary industry and trade publications Subscribe online to multiple industry and business publications.
