Tips to Help Get a Job

• Dedicate time every day to looking for a job. at work image by sasha from Fotolia.com

  Getting a job in this economy can be a challenge. Sometimes, searching for a job is a job within itself. You have to dedicate regular time to your efforts and persevere until you get hired. You can make the process better by preparing yourself before you begin, keeping a positive attitude and presenting yourself to potential employers regularly.

Update Your Resume

• Before you begin your search to get a job, update your resume. Since your resume is often your initial calling card, you want potential employers to have an accurate listing of your education and work history. Make sure it is current and contains your most recent work experience, skills and any relevant trainings you have taken or degrees earned. When applying for specific positions, change the objective to reflect the title and duties of the job. Your resume should also include your current contact information, such as your telephone number and email address. Proofread it and correct any mistakes. If you can afford it, you can hire a professional resume writer to critique it or create a new one for you.

Network

• It can be useful to do a lot of networking when you are job hunting. When you let people know that you are looking for a job, they may know of openings or be able to provide you a recommendation. If you are seeking employment in a particular industry, you can reach out to people you know already working in it. You can ask them to let you know when job opportunities become available and for tips on how to get hired with their companies. Career fairs provide networking opportunities where you can meet professionals in the industries you are interested in and personally provide copies of your resume.

Apply for Jobs

• Another tip to help you get a job is to apply for as many positions as possible for which you qualify. Exhaust of all your resources, such as online job postings, classified ads, referrals and employment agencies. The more resumes you have out working on your behalf, the more your chances increase to be contacted for interviews and getting a job. Make sure your cover letter addresses a specific person if you have the name of the contact person and include all requested information such as references or transcripts. When you are asked to interview, make sure to research the company before you go and be familiar with its mission, products and/or services. Employers appreciate and are impressed by candidates that have taken the time to familiarize themselves with their companies.