There are four basic methods of job search and I encourage job seekers to use them all. When
you are looking, looking for a job is your full-time job and you should
plan to spend 35 to 40 hours for your search or percentage you are
looking for on the job. Here is a brief summary of the four research methods.Job
boards - When using tables, you need to be as strategic as possible in
their approach because there is a huge amount of information displayed
on bulletin boards and employers receive multiple responses for each
position they publish. One
of the best strategies to manage their presence on job sites is to
continue niche boards that are best suited to their level, industry, or
professional work function instead of spending time on board who claims to be all things to all people. This allows you to be a big fish in a small pond and potentially garner instant recognition of a hiring manager. For
example, a senior executive is usually easier to create a presence on a
site of six figures in a comprehensive work bag that posts jobs at all
professional levels. Another way to maximize your time together is to create alerts based
on keywords jobs and geographical preferences to maximize the amount of
time spent together and maximize the amount of relevant leads.Recruiters
- A recruiter can be a great ally in a search, but note that recruiters
are generally going to be interested in your application if your skills
match a position in your current job requisition portfolio. In addition, recruiters can expose corporate positions that are willing to pay a recruiter to manage the search process. When combined with a recruiter, you can see a small percentage of jobs available in the market.Cold Calling - people looking often find their jobs through cold calls to potential decision makers in companies. By
creating a marketing letter that communicates your skills, achievements
and added value, you can try to build relationships with key business
people who want to work. The purpose of the letter is to build a relationship with people in companies that did not exist prior relationship. If
you can create and maintain a relationship before there is a need to
fill a position, you are much more likely to be considered a candidate
when there is a possibility, because now you're part of the inner circle
of contacts within society. This method requires a lot of work and can not provide immediate
results, but if these new relationships are maintained over time, can
become an opportunity now for the future.Networking
- Networking is the art of the exchange of information continuously and
freely with members of their professional and social communities. People are more likely to share information with people they know and trust. Share information about job leads is natural in the circles of networking. I
try to give more than what you get and keep control of their good will
against another person and eventually you will find that you can almost
always find a connection for your needs ... if it is a recommendation
for a great restaurant, advice on a project or a tip on a working point.Yes, a lot of work, but very rewarding to help others and get their help in return. It is now time to put these strategies to work. Good luck in your search and beyond!
