TOP 10 JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES
1 . Prepare
Schedule appointments ahead of time . Have a resume ready along with your contact information .
2 . Present Yourself Well
Stand when you introduce yourself . Use a firm handshake and make eye contact . First impressions count .
3 . Always Be Ready to Give Your Pitch
You must be equipped to market yourself on the spot , no matter where you are . Prepare and practice your 30-second commercial ( see next page ).
4 . Ask Questions and Listen
Don ’ t be afraid to start a conversation . Ask open-ended questions that will allow you to build on the answers ( think : building relationships ).
5 . Ask for Help
When you network , seek information and advice first and foremost . Don ’ t act desperate for work .
6 . Utilize Your Online Presence
Connect with others online . LinkedIn , Twitter , blogs , and other social media sites are great ways to learn insider information about your career path and connect with individuals and professional associations .
7 . Be Aware of Your Online Presence
Employers may check your social media sites as part of the screening process . Present a positive image !
8 . Do Your Homework
Take time to research the employer before meeting them .
9 . Stay in Touch with Your Network
The networking process does not end when the career event or job fair is over . Following up with your network via email and social media continues the relationship and preserves those connections .
10 . Keep Networking
Your network is a living thing and should always be evolving , even after you have found a job . Networking will always be essential to breaking into that “ hidden job market .”
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