Job Search Tips
On this page, you’ll find some time-saving job search tips that will help ease your transition from desperately-unemployed to happily and gainfully-employed. Read ‘em and use ‘em – they work.
Be Prepared….Always
Make sure that you have a voice mail system in play at all times, and also sign up for a professional email address, if possible. If you have a cell number, put it on your resume, so you’re always reachable.
As well, already have a list of three references ready. Be prepared to give interviews your references’ name, phone number, company, job title and email address info immediately upon request.
Then Be Prepared To Be Even More Prepared….Always
Even if you’re not currently in the job-seeking market, you should always have an up-to-date resume on hand ready to send out. You never know when things can change (dramatic job loss, or dramatic job opportunity that falls in your lap).
Don’t Wait – Don’t Even Hesitate
File for unemployment benefits right away, either by filing online or by phone. The last thing you want to find out is that your delay in filing delays your benefits.
Use All Of The Resources At Your Disposal
College career offices, State Department of Labor offices and your local library all offer free or really inexpensive job-related services, such as career counseling and job search assistance. Use ‘em.
Put It Out There
Use your personal / professional network. Many job openings are even advertised, so spread the word that you’re looking. Ask if the folks within your network can help. Many can and will if they know you’re in the market.
Rev It Up
Use the job search engines listed on this site. And don’t stop with the bigwigs: check out the smaller niche sites that specialize in specific fields, like tech jobs.
Become Alert
Sign up for job alerts so that you’ll receive job listings / openings via email.