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San Diego, CA (February, 2003) - In today’s challenging economy, finding a job is not
easy. Whether it’s where to search for a job, or where to look for a whole new career,
here are some tips that might help.
Career/Business coach Denise Lidell, MA, RPCC, JCTC has compiled Seven Tips on What
You Can Do To Expedite Your Job Search. The tips are a practical guide for
anyone starting out or continuing their job search. Here is a condensed version
of the tips:
- Take a Proactive versus a Reactive Approach to your Job Search
The proactive approach is research and network based, as opposed
to the traditional focus on advertised positions.
- Don't Expect A Recruiter to Find You a Job
Recruiters often like to work with people who are currently employed.
- Make Sure You Have a Professional Looking Resume
Your resume only has 10-15 seconds to attract the kind of attention you
want. Make sure it’s a "high-impact" resume that will get you noticed.
- Network Effectively
This involves more than contacting all of your business associates. If done
Properly, you will never run out of new people to contact.
- Selectively Use Online Services
The Internet is a great tool for researching companies, but be selective about
which online services you use.
- When in Doubt Get Help
If what you’re doing now is not getting you results, you may
want to look at hiring a professional. It may cost you less in the long-run.
- Do Long Term Planning Now
This could be a great time to research and create a career plan for yourself
to get to a place where your work is more satisfying and rewarding.
Denise Lidell is a Career/Business Coach with ten years of business development,
management, executive recruiting, job search coaching, and career counseling experience. For a
free copy of the complete 11-page guide on the Seven Tips on What You Can Do to Expedite Your
Job Search, please fill out our questionnaire.
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