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Oct
26
Filed Under (Careers) by Corey
Lee Dobbins asked:
Graduation should be a time for rejoicing because a person has finally got the degree he has aspired and worked hard for several years. However, the lack of employment opportunities has made graduation a moment of truth. Graduation is in fact the start of a person’s quest for the best job he can find considering his educational attainment, talent and work experience.
A person who wants to find a good job should not just sit around and be complacent just because he already has a degree. Unless a person is a computer genius, employers will never knock on his door and bend down on his knees to hire him for a job.
Job hunting is an art and a person should use all the strategies he can muster to develop very good job hunting skills. Job hunting should not really be a hit and miss effort but it should be a skill that has to be developed.
A person on a job hunting mission should arm himself with a very good resume. New graduates do not have much work experience to build their resumes on but they can be creative and make their resumes effective and attention catching. The resume is one of the most important tools a person should have when on a job hunt.
Employers do not have all the time in the world to read novel-like resumes to make sure it is really just a preview of what you have to offer to the employer. The specifics can be discussed later on during the interview phase. However, an applicant will be scheduled for an interview if his resume is impressive enough for the employer.
Never submit a resume without a cover letter because it is some sort of an introduction to your resume. A cover letter is like a teaser and employers sometimes make a decision to interview an applicant just on the basis of his cover letter.
It is always advisable to do some research on the type of company a person is applying for. Research on the people behind the company; the history of the company and even the people working for the company. This can help any applicant especially during the interview and in determining his chances of being hired and of advancement in the company once hired.
Look out for career or job fairs because employers usually flock to these job fairs. In the same manner, job applicants also flock to these job fairs so make sure you come well prepared with several copies of your resumes and cover letter. Bring extra envelopes for your resumes and replace them when they get soiled. Making an impressive first impression can do a lot for your career.
Job fairs are usually held in universities especially when graduation time is near. These fairs are also held in malls or other public areas that are accessible to a greater number of people. Look out for announcements of job fairs on the radio, televisions and even posters in the park.
It is always wise to network. Keep in touch with family friends, with past classmates and with other contacts who may present you a job opportunity. People in your network may know of a job vacancy which fist your qualifications and getting in touch with them and letting them know that you are looking for work will remind them to call you up when an opportunity for such need presents itself.
Always read the papers because job vacancies are usually advertised on newspapers. In fact, make it a habit to check the papers everyday because there are plenty of job opportunities not just in the advertisement of classified ads section but also in the news reports.
A solicited job application is fine but there is no rule in submitting unsolicited job applications. Send your resumes to several companies in your areas of interest even though they have not advertised a vacancy. Some companies do not advertise their vacancies. Submitting a resume even if unsolicited can give the applicant an advantage over the others who will still wait for an advertisement.
There are a thousand and one ways to get a job but a person really has to be creative and industrious to land the best job the soonest possible time. SO go out, network with friends and associates, join job fairs and make sure you submit the best resume!
Graduation should be a time for rejoicing because a person has finally got the degree he has aspired and worked hard for several years. However, the lack of employment opportunities has made graduation a moment of truth. Graduation is in fact the start of a person’s quest for the best job he can find considering his educational attainment, talent and work experience.
A person who wants to find a good job should not just sit around and be complacent just because he already has a degree. Unless a person is a computer genius, employers will never knock on his door and bend down on his knees to hire him for a job.
Job hunting is an art and a person should use all the strategies he can muster to develop very good job hunting skills. Job hunting should not really be a hit and miss effort but it should be a skill that has to be developed.
A person on a job hunting mission should arm himself with a very good resume. New graduates do not have much work experience to build their resumes on but they can be creative and make their resumes effective and attention catching. The resume is one of the most important tools a person should have when on a job hunt.
Employers do not have all the time in the world to read novel-like resumes to make sure it is really just a preview of what you have to offer to the employer. The specifics can be discussed later on during the interview phase. However, an applicant will be scheduled for an interview if his resume is impressive enough for the employer.
Never submit a resume without a cover letter because it is some sort of an introduction to your resume. A cover letter is like a teaser and employers sometimes make a decision to interview an applicant just on the basis of his cover letter.
It is always advisable to do some research on the type of company a person is applying for. Research on the people behind the company; the history of the company and even the people working for the company. This can help any applicant especially during the interview and in determining his chances of being hired and of advancement in the company once hired.
Look out for career or job fairs because employers usually flock to these job fairs. In the same manner, job applicants also flock to these job fairs so make sure you come well prepared with several copies of your resumes and cover letter. Bring extra envelopes for your resumes and replace them when they get soiled. Making an impressive first impression can do a lot for your career.
Job fairs are usually held in universities especially when graduation time is near. These fairs are also held in malls or other public areas that are accessible to a greater number of people. Look out for announcements of job fairs on the radio, televisions and even posters in the park.
It is always wise to network. Keep in touch with family friends, with past classmates and with other contacts who may present you a job opportunity. People in your network may know of a job vacancy which fist your qualifications and getting in touch with them and letting them know that you are looking for work will remind them to call you up when an opportunity for such need presents itself.
Always read the papers because job vacancies are usually advertised on newspapers. In fact, make it a habit to check the papers everyday because there are plenty of job opportunities not just in the advertisement of classified ads section but also in the news reports.
A solicited job application is fine but there is no rule in submitting unsolicited job applications. Send your resumes to several companies in your areas of interest even though they have not advertised a vacancy. Some companies do not advertise their vacancies. Submitting a resume even if unsolicited can give the applicant an advantage over the others who will still wait for an advertisement.
There are a thousand and one ways to get a job but a person really has to be creative and industrious to land the best job the soonest possible time. SO go out, network with friends and associates, join job fairs and make sure you submit the best resume!
Aug
30
Filed Under (Other - Careers Employment) by Corey
NikkiM♥BTB 08/29/09♥ asked:
Okay here’s the deal. I had a contract job for the summer. I started job hunting a month before my other job was over. That was August. It’s not October, I have put out 175 resumes and have had only 6 interviews (not hugely uncommon in my area since every 6 months there are another 800 layoffs between the John Deere and the GM plants)
- I start a part time seasonal job tomorrow but it won’t pay the bills.
- I am on every job hunting site there is, I check them all daily.
- I hit the pavement twice a week
- My resume and cover letter have been reviewed by many professionals and is perfected (I quote that because I know that as perfect as it is, there is still a subjective factor to what people like when they look at it)
- I don’t apply for jobs I am not qualified for
- My resume and cover letter are personally tailored to EVERY company I apply to.
- I always look professional and act professional. (I would assume that would go without saying but just in case I thought I’d add it)
Okay here’s the deal. I had a contract job for the summer. I started job hunting a month before my other job was over. That was August. It’s not October, I have put out 175 resumes and have had only 6 interviews (not hugely uncommon in my area since every 6 months there are another 800 layoffs between the John Deere and the GM plants)
- I start a part time seasonal job tomorrow but it won’t pay the bills.
- I am on every job hunting site there is, I check them all daily.
- I hit the pavement twice a week
- My resume and cover letter have been reviewed by many professionals and is perfected (I quote that because I know that as perfect as it is, there is still a subjective factor to what people like when they look at it)
- I don’t apply for jobs I am not qualified for
- My resume and cover letter are personally tailored to EVERY company I apply to.
- I always look professional and act professional. (I would assume that would go without saying but just in case I thought I’d add it)
So, what am I not doing right? ANY suggestions please?
I already said I have a good resume. I asked what ELSE I was missing.
Whoops, didn’t mean to hit submit yet.
I meant to add, I have 2 different resumes. I have a functional and a skills resume. I use different ones for different positions. I also take 5 - 10 minutes to adjust any information that should be highlighted more to each position I apply for.
plEASE CONTACT A job center thEn apply if YOu ArE satisfied. YOu may mentally prepare for facing AN interview then YOu go. Don’t be over smart. Be gentle.
If you want to give me a good answer. spell it right!
i think u will be success.
I don’t live in the US. I worked for my government this summer. Government jobs are HORRID! Never again.
