What job searching advice can you give me?

Question

I'm a professional with a resume and I perform well in interviews as I have been told by interviewers. Looking for something above and beyond the norm that will kick me over the edge.

Answer 1

Go to your Department Of Workforce Services and apply. Its free. They handle more job listings in more occupational categories than any single sorce.

Go to Employement agencies. Watch out for fees and the reputation of the company.

Go to Temp Agences. Found in the Yellow Pages.

Networking. Talk to people you know. Let them know that you are looking for work and to let you know if they know of anything.

Go to the Company site that you wish to work for. Most jobs now days are posted on their site.

After you apply keep on checking with them. That will show interest in them.

Make sure you are dressed for the job. If in a busness setting don't show up in jeans and a tshirt.

Never list your salary requirements. Always list it as "Open" or "Negotiable".

When stating why you left a job indecate it as "It was time to move on" and avoid terms as "Fired, Quit, Illness, or Personal"

Never ask about getting raises, how long my lunch is, how soon do I get vactaion. This shows that you only care about what you will be getting.

Ask about things like where would I work, what type of work would I be doing, who would I be working with, If I am hired when do I start, What are the respnsibilites of the job, are there any special clothing or tools required?

When the topic of wages comes up the best answer is "I would like to start at the going wage of someone with my qualifications and experience" or give a salary range within that which you need or expect.

But what really counts is

45% Personal Appearance
35% Applicant's Responsiveness
10% Experience
10% Miscellaneous

So that means 80% of what determines success for the interview is controlled by you!

Answer 2

First, put together a resume that lists your education, experience, and skills. Then, look in your local paper - most papers have a day (like sunday) when there are the most listings. Many jobs listings ask you to fax your resume. You MUST have a resume, unless you are looking for a job in fast food or the mall or something. If you are young or inexperienced and that's the kind of job you are looking for, then go around your town/city and look for help wanted signs. You will probably be asked to fill out an application when you ask them about the job.

Dress professionally - this means no short skirts, thongs sticking out, too much makeup, cleavage or buttcrack sticking out! You need to look as if you wanted to be taken seriously, or you won't be. Use proper English and be articulate. If you are determined and hard-working, you will get into a good job situation. Good Luck!

Answer 3

a resume is half the battle.

winning and selling yourself in an interview is the other half.

have a friend practice giving you interview questions. many could be found on google.com (for industry-related questions) or monster.com (on their interview center).

good luck!