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Effective techniques for job hunting
simple job-hunting process that works
The techniques are adaptable according to your own situation.
Best for self employed people seeking for local business.
Whether you are seeking local or particular industry job.
how to get a job in tough times
Awareness of your career goals and job skills. Understanding of the labor market & job outlook. A well-planned job search campaign.
3 Important Factors
Begin the process by visiting a career services office at least 9-12 months before graduation It is recommended that you begin an ACTIVE job search 6-9 months before your target employment date
When do I begin?
More than 80% of students who had full time jobs before graduation connected face-to-face with employers:
Employers interviewing on campus Speaking with company representatives Attending employer information sessions Attending career fairs Participating in internships Networking
Job Search Tip
This is NOT the most effective method. According to the Harvard Business Review,
nearly 80% of the openings available at any one time are never advertised.
Job seekers should respond to ads BUT the main thrust of your efforts should be toward establishing networks and identifying the hidden job market.
Techniques # 1. Advertised Vacancies
Telemarketing is the most effective technique of selling
it impact that you are not another resume but you are a person
If you call and talk to people then it is most likely that you will get job in no time.
Techniques # 2. Telemarketing
List as many titles as you can
Why network? Uncover the hidden job market 75-80% of jobs are obtained via personal
contacts Learn more about your chosen career field Get advice through informational interviews to
find out how to conduct your job search Identify top organizations
Techniques # 3. Networking
Telemarketing is the most effective technique of selling
it impact that you are not another resume but you are a person
If you call and talk to people then it is most likely that you will get job in no time.
Techniques # 4. Networking- Attend
Conferences
E-mail is the best way to reach decision makers. Chances of acceptance of your resume is great. Emails with personalized letter and be decent as
if you want to get a response.
Techniques # 5. Direct E-Mails
job can not be offer without reference so create reference
join groups pertaining to your field or industry keep contact with relevant people on LinkedIn share professional articles to similar people or
industry.
Techniques # 6. Use LinkedIn
Sources of Possible Contacts Family members Friends Neighbors Previous employers Professors Alumni Job Fairs
Techniques # 7. Develop a Contact Network
Techniques # 8.Plot Your Plan of Action
Put your plan of action in writing. Create a weekly schedule of job search tasks. Carefully review job requirements. Don’t waste
time applying for jobs you are not qualified for. Keep up your momentum. One interview does
not equal a job offer!
Interviews two person with one observer.
Techniques # 9.Practice Interviewing Skills
A resume can get you the interview, but the interview will get you the job!
At a minimum, obtain a list of most commonly asked interview questions and practice answering those questions out loud.
Techniques # 10.Evaluate Skills and Abilities
Which are your strongest skills. Be honest with yourself. Professional career counselor.
Will you hire me?NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO YES
Be Persistent!
Searching for a job is a full time job If your search is not producing the results
you would like, try a new strategy. Do not hesitate to send your resume to an
employer more than once.
Put as many thing as you can
The greater the number of contacts and interviews a job seeker has, the greater the number of job offers.It makes sense to use multiple strategies!
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