TIPS AND STRATEGIES FOR A SUCCESSFUL JOB SEARCH

Target carefully

Second, you want to target where and how you send out your resume. Sending them out wily-nily doesn’t do a lot of good. Be sure you are sending yours to the right Human Resources person or recruiter. So do some research before sending your resume to just any HR person at a company.

Utilize online resume services and search sites

There are also excellent online resume messenger services you can take advantage of to help increase your chances in a successful job search. These messenger services match your skills to employers and send your resume to recruiters and HR people for you. You can also post your resume online at many job sites, which helps employers find you! A note of caution, however, if your resume is open for anyone to view, you may become a target for scam job opportunities.

Network!

Next, you want to network like crazy for a successful job search. When you first start telling people you’re looking for a job, you’re likely to be surprised by all the people who are willing to pass your resume on to someone they know. And never be too shy or embarrassed to ask. Unfortunately, it is true that it’s not necessarily what you know but who you know.

Have a personal touch

Finally, follow up after you’ve sent your resume and cover letter out. Usually, you’ll want to do this a week to two weeks after you’ve sent them. Call the person if at all possible. Email is acceptable if it’s short and you don’t overdo. Which means your follow up calls and emails need to be spaced out at least a week for a successful job search.

And remember the most important part of any successful job search is your confidence. Believe in yourself, your abilities—and prospective employers will too!

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