Welcome to 2009! Here are some tips on igniting your job search!
Know where to find the jobs.
This blog is a fairly new edition for our South Texas and Louisiana areas. However, our job search sites have been around for quite some time. You can get a good run down and ideas from this post in Atlanta: Adding to your Career Toolbox. This outlines all of our job search sites available, so whether you're in healthcare, you're looking for temporary or full-time employment, there is a site for you out there to help jump start your search.
This blog is a fairly new edition for our South Texas and Louisiana areas. However, our job search sites have been around for quite some time. You can get a good run down and ideas from this post in Atlanta: Adding to your Career Toolbox. This outlines all of our job search sites available, so whether you're in healthcare, you're looking for temporary or full-time employment, there is a site for you out there to help jump start your search.
Another helpful site is Jobalot.com. This is a vertical search engine that compiles job postings from multiple websites in one place. That way you only have to visit one site instead of, say, 50.
Updating your deets.
When starting a job search it's important to make sure that you have updated information. Make sure your resume, your recommendations, references and online profiles are up to date. You might want to brush up on your social media know-how as well. These sites are proving to be quite helpful in the job search.
Ask your network.
Referrals are still the most popular way that people find jobs. Talk to your friends, family, and old coworkers about your job search. They might be able to help point you in the right direction or get your foot in the door to an interview. You never know, you might get a good referral. Helping others can also be beneficial during your job search.
Do some soul-searching and know what you want.
I've heard many recruiters complain that job seekers don't know what they want before they start looking. Start with what you are good at. Then think about what it is you really would like to do. Sometimes that might mean going back for some extra schooling or coursework. Take time to find the perfect job for you. This will make it easier when you are going through the interview and hiring process to have confidence and enthusiasm.
- Rosie Reilman, Photo by Tambako the Jaguar
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