Job Tips

Are you reading the papers and thinking, “there are no jobs”? Do you know that approximately 80% of the available jobs are not advertised.

Are you spending 40 hours a week on your job search?

If you are looking for a full-time job, you should be spending 30 – 40 hours a week on job search activities – reading, researching, networking, preparing resumes, practicing interview techniques, etc.

Do you know how to use the computer/internet to help you in your job search – to look up information on employers and careers?

If not, sign up now and attend a local free computer workshop or class at your local school.

Is your resume up to date and targeted to a specific job or employer?

If not, you may be losing out on jobs you are qualified for.

Have you practiced your interview techniques with a friend or family member? Do you know what to say when the employer says, “Tell me about yourself?”

If not, sit down and list all the things you have done in every job and every volunteer activity. You may be surprised by all the things you have accomplished and forgotten about. The next step is to summarize your accomplishments to target the skills the employer is looking for.

If you need help with your job search, contact me.

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