I'm thinking about relocating to another state (unemployed at the moment, and not receiving calls for ..)?

Question

interviews in my local area. Since graduating from college, I've held mostly administrative type jobs. What would be the best way to apply for work in another state (should I arrive there first, obtain a new address and send resumes? or should I send resumes from here and express my interest in their current job postings, and mention I plan to move out there?) I'm hesitant about doing the latter since I haven't held what would be considered "professional" positions, like say engineer, financial analyst, physician or attorney. I think if I held such a job, prospective out of state employers would take me more seriously (fly me out, etc..) I'd appreciate your feedback.

Answer 1

Start now. Ask a contact (friend, family member, or acquaintance) who lives in the area for permission to use his/her address and telephone number on your resume. Include your current telephone number as a secondary number. Call your contact often for messages (if they don't call you first).

Contact temporary agencies in the area that hire temp to perm or direct hire candidates as well, as they can schedule interviews for you for a time when you will be in town.

Just be ready to have a place to stay for a few days or weeks in case someone loves you and wants you now.

Answer 2

I would definately send out resumes ahead.Also
let the companies involved when you will be in the area to make it easy to set up interviews.