So, in today’s economy, it is difficult to find a good job that pays enough money to support you and possibly a family. Many people have either been laid off, fired, or just can’t seem to find a job. So what do you do? Unemployment doesn’t seem to cover even the essential bills. this is my advice to you…
- You need to start off with a positive attitude that you will find a job. It might not be the exact one you are dreaming of, but it is a starting point.
- The first step is to write a resume that clearly points out all of your positive attributes and why a potential employer would benefit from having you work for them. Be sure to include your top skills and any experience or education you have had that make you the perfect candidate.
- Be Seen! Once you have a resume, now you need to let the world know you are available for hire. there are many websites out there that will post your resume for free. Careerbuilder and are two of the top sites to post your resume free of charge.
- Now depending on what type of work you are seeking, make a list up of all the potential companies that you would like to work for. Most companies do not advertise all of their open positions due to the cost of advertising. Once you have made up your potential contact list, now it is time to call them directly and speak with their hiring managers. Tell the hiring manager of your background and experience and how they would benefit from adding you onto their payroll. If they are hiring, ask for a live interview. If not, ask them if you could send a resume to keep on file just in case a position comes available that matches your background and experience.
- If you are scheduled for an interview, now you will need to prepare yourself. The most important part of the preparation is to, research the company and learn all about what they do. Your research will pay off because it shows that you are truly interested in working with them and took the time to check them out.
- Next, it is time to get your checklist together for the interview. You will want to prepare one list of your attributes that you want the hiring manager to know about you. One great attribute would be that you are a great communicator if it is true of course. Think of all the positive things that people say about you and reference those attributes to the interviewer.
- Now you will want to prepare a list of questions to ask the hiring manager. The more questions you ask, the more interested you will look to them.
- Remember to answer all questions honestly and sincerely and look your interviewer directly in the eye. Give short concise answers and do not elaborate unless asked.
- At the end of the interview, ask for the job by saying, “When can I start” this usually gives them a chuckle but also shows interest. You would be surprised how many people do not ask!
- Be sure to get a business card in order to send out a thank you note for the interview. This is the most professional way to follow up.
- Be persistent in your job search and follow up.
