Searching for a Local Job

Getting a job now is harder than ever do to the poor economical conditions in the country. Don’t give up! There are jobs available for you. Here are a few sure fire tips that will help you reach that goal ahead of the pack. Certain jobs will not require all this preparation so

Job Search - Tips
This might be the most important phase of the employment process. Without a tentative employer there is no need to worry about the interview or resume.
Where to Look:

1. Previous employers, acquaintances, friends and family and word of mouth.

2. Unemployment Office and Library

3. Local and close by big city newspapers.

4. Placement agencies - jobs can be temporary, long term or permanent.

5. Some larger companies have an employment site to job search.

6. Internet- unlimited networking, blogs, twitter, my face, etc and job search web sites.
This is your best bet if you can relocate.

Resume-Tips
A perfect resume does not have to cost a bunch of money.

1. State the type of job you are looking for, where you would like to work, and any goals you have in a decisive manner.

2. Make it simple by concentrating on your one best trait and enforce with a few valuable skills along with your education, experience and any merit citations.

3. E-mail is faster and more professional so send your resume and cover letter in the body of the e-mail in a quicker fashion. Take 2 copies to interview.

4. Use Notepad or Simpletext to reformat an existing resume or write a new one using the standard format of 1" left margin, 3" right margin, text flush left with 12 pt. Courier font, double space between sections, use caps not bold and replace all bullets with an asterisk to conform to current form.

Prepare for the interview-Tips
Interview process will be easier doing these steps:

1. Check their web and get familiar with the product or service of the Employer.

2. Contact their HR department to review the job description and general information so you can talk intelligently and ask the right questions.

3. Company employees you know are a good resource to find about the unwritten duties and other job relationships.

4. Your resume should be reworked to focus on the appropriate experiences that align with the job.

5. Prepare your own portfolio of past job successes so you will be more decisive when answering questions about your resume and qualifications.

6. Leave early canceling all other appointments so you can stay late and concentrate on the interview.

7. Remember to get the interviewers name and pronunciation when you arrive early that day.

8. For courtesy, shut off your cell phone before the interview.

Interview-Tips
Your personal appearance is crucial to the interview.

1. Be prepared to discuss and amplify everything in your resume; experiences, work ethics and track record.

2. The interviewer will remember your courtesy manner as a plus.

3. The interviewer is looking for a problem solver or people person so present yourself as a valuable one.

4. Take a calculated chance during the interview when asked in a relax and easy manner.

5. Thank them for the opportunity to discuss the job position.

6. A thank you follow up call or e-mail after the interview is a positive.


Follow these tips and you will be successful.