The days of searching for a job via the newspaper are over! The best and most affective way to find an employment opportunity is through employment sites on-line and through networking.
Employment Sites On-line:
There are a number of employment sites on-line. They usually provide valuable information pertaining to your local job market, as well as employment tips. Many allow you to post your resume and enter information regarding the local area and the industry in which you are job searching. These web sites' automated job agents will email you periodic updates with suggested job openings. This is a very efficient way to market your qualifications. In addition if you post your information and desired job on several employment web sites, you should start receiving several recommendations.
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Networking - By W.I. Leiva:
We define networking as the day to day communications occurring between members of our communities for the purposes of gathering data, transferring information and making recommendations perceived as valuable by one or more parties involved. In other words we network every day, whether you realize it or not. Why not use these naturally occurring interactions for the purpose of gaining an employment advantage or learning about possible opportunities? Keep in mind that there are several employers that simply recruit by "word of mouth". Many jobs get filled by referral only and are never posted to the general public. In addition many business provide incentives to their employees for satisfactory applicant referrals. All you have to do is to communicate your interest.
The following are a variety of networking opportunities:
College career centers - Student or Alumni - Call your alma-matter's career center or research it on line. Many schools have job posting websites full of employers interested in persons just like you.
Professional Associations - In many instances it does not matter if you are member or not. They are sources of industry information. Visit the local chapter, make a telephone call, see if they have a job posting board or site.
Family and Friends - Ask your neighbors particularly if they are currently working in an industry that is of interest to you. Previous or current business associates are also good sources of information regarding potential job openings. In addition if you receive a job lead through this method, ask if they are able to refer you personally or if you are able to use their name when introducing yourself to the potential employer.
On-line social sites (Blogs,My Space, Linkedin, Facebook) - these sites are free to join. They are great ways to market yourself to a vast audiences and make professional and social contacts with people of similar backgrounds and interests.
Churches - speak to the members of your religious group. Review the weekly flyers and handouts for possible leads.
Employment or Community Centers - seek out your look employment or community centers. Visit it them to determine the level of job placement that they are able to offer you.
Temporay work agencies - if unable to secure a permanent full-time postion, temp agencies are wonderful places to introduce yourself to a variety of employers within your industry of interest.
Cold calling - pick up the telphone and call businesse that you are interested in. Ask if they have job openings. Try to get the name of the HR manager or recruiter. Follow up your telephone conversation with an application letter.
