5 Great Tips for Finding a Job
5 Great Tips for Finding a Job
Job-hunting these days isn’t easy … the competition is stiff, employers are wanting more and more, and wage increases are barely keeping up with inflation. So, what can you do to land your perfect dream-job? Here are some job-seeker’s tips:
1. Apply directly to potential employers and drop your resume off at companies you’d like to work for, and fill out their job applicant form, if they have one. Most jobs are not advertised, and positions are often filled by people whose resumes are on file.
2. Look in the paper, but also look online. There are a lot of great jobs advertised in the paper, but don’t forget about the internet. It can be cheaper to advertise online than in the paper, so keep that in mind. Check out our list of job websites.
3. Network. Talk to people you know, and ask if anyone they know would be interested in hiring you. You may not get the job you want this way, but your chances of finding something decent in the interim are good this way.
4. Use a placement agency. This is especially helpful for entry-level positions. It’s a good way to get your foot in the door to major corporations and government, as temporary assignments through placement agencies often lead to bigger and better jobs. Being hired through an agency also usually means higher initial wages.
5. Create an online resume if you have many credentials. If you are highly-qualified, and simply down on your luck, it may be a good idea to create a small resume website. If marketed correctly, you might just end up working in Bermuda for $250 000 a year! Of course, this isn�t the best route for everyone, but it’s certainly something worth exploring
Finally, the most important job-tip of all, is to simply be patient. Good things don�t usually happen overnight, so keep your enthusiasm and energy high, and you will find yourself a great job. Remember, you reap what you sow, so go get em!
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