There are many people that are spending each and every day
looking for a job. These people are hunting for jobs in some of the
toughest economic times this country has ever faced. It may seem like
there is no hope, but there is. It may appear like companies have shut
their doors and are not letting anyone else in, but that is only the
fear talking. In fact, many companies are hiring and on a daily basis.
They are just being pickier about who they let in and how they let them
in.
Communication should be at the top of everyone's mind that is looking for a job. Being on job sites and looking through newspapers all day is not a very productive use of time. Most jobs are not actually listed through these sources. Developing networks and getting in touch with different people is the way to secure a job. Most employers want to hire those they know can do the job. Networking lets people know a) the person needs a job and are searching, and b) the skills they possess that the employer needs.
Knowing which contacts to make requires knowing what careers are appealing. After finding companies that offer what the individual is looking for, then the next step is to find which positions need filling. This will typically come from the contacts made in sites such as LinkedIn and Twitter. These sites will allow the person to get to know individuals within the company. They can then learn what the company needs hiring, and who does the hiring for those specific jobs.
Once the person knows what jobs are hiring, they can then proceed to their resume. A resume can easily stand apart from the crowd. Take steps to ensure that the resume is related to the job at hand. Skills and qualifications should relate to the position that the person is applying. Resumes can really deliver the first impression many employers will ever have of the individual applying to the job. Then make sure to send an email or give a phone call to the person who will be reviewing the resume and deciding if an interview is needed.
Other ways of searching for jobs is to search in places that are not common. Everyone uses Monster; therefore, there are thousands of resumes being posted to one job link through that site alone. When things are tighter it is best to be as different as possible. Search for obscure job posting sites that have never or rarely been heard of before.
The key to getting jobs in a tighter economy is to think outside the box. With hundreds if not thousands of people doing the same thing to get a job, it is good to be the person that is standing far off in the corner by themselves. It means that person is different and is possibly doing things differently. Employers need these types of people to make sure they stay afloat.
Communication should be at the top of everyone's mind that is looking for a job. Being on job sites and looking through newspapers all day is not a very productive use of time. Most jobs are not actually listed through these sources. Developing networks and getting in touch with different people is the way to secure a job. Most employers want to hire those they know can do the job. Networking lets people know a) the person needs a job and are searching, and b) the skills they possess that the employer needs.
Knowing which contacts to make requires knowing what careers are appealing. After finding companies that offer what the individual is looking for, then the next step is to find which positions need filling. This will typically come from the contacts made in sites such as LinkedIn and Twitter. These sites will allow the person to get to know individuals within the company. They can then learn what the company needs hiring, and who does the hiring for those specific jobs.
Once the person knows what jobs are hiring, they can then proceed to their resume. A resume can easily stand apart from the crowd. Take steps to ensure that the resume is related to the job at hand. Skills and qualifications should relate to the position that the person is applying. Resumes can really deliver the first impression many employers will ever have of the individual applying to the job. Then make sure to send an email or give a phone call to the person who will be reviewing the resume and deciding if an interview is needed.
Other ways of searching for jobs is to search in places that are not common. Everyone uses Monster; therefore, there are thousands of resumes being posted to one job link through that site alone. When things are tighter it is best to be as different as possible. Search for obscure job posting sites that have never or rarely been heard of before.
The key to getting jobs in a tighter economy is to think outside the box. With hundreds if not thousands of people doing the same thing to get a job, it is good to be the person that is standing far off in the corner by themselves. It means that person is different and is possibly doing things differently. Employers need these types of people to make sure they stay afloat.