The Right Ways To Job Search
Can’t find a job?
Are you doing all you think you can do yet still aren’t able to find a job? Have you been doing everything that you think your mates are doing, but while they are getting work you are left scouring for more jobs?
This either means you are a bin man looking for a job as a CEO or you aren’t doing it right! Read on to find out what you aren’t doing to get the job that you want…
Networking
If you network you will be opening yourself up to tons more jobs - if your friends, family and previous workmates are all aware that you are job hunting then you stand a much better chance of finding a job than if you simply sent CVs around.
Make sure that you get heard on different social and professional networking sites around the web, like Facebook and LinkedIn and you’ll be increasing your chances many times over.
Online Cover Letter
Many people don’t believe in the online cover letter when applying for a job - this is ridiculous! If the application asks for you to send in a cover letter then that’s exactly what you have to do.
The cover letter is the best way of separating you from other applicants and provide a good first impression hopefully giving you “The Edge”!!! A cover letter is a necessity so make sure you send it in…
Generic Cover Letter
There is nothing more off putting for an employer than reading through a generic cover letter - everyone can say that they are a great team worker that is punctual and a fast learner. When it comes down to it your CV will be thrown to the side with nonsense like that on it.
You need to come up with a shiny new cover letter for each application - this sounds like hard work, but it’ll be worth it if it gets you a job! You need to show how your abilities will work in this specific position.
Only The Net
Don’t focus your search for work only to the Internet. This is a great way to get your search started but you won’t find every job available online. If you want to open up a can full of job opportunities then you should ask around and get in touch with people who will be in a position to give you a hand like human resource managers for example.
Follow Up
You are making a big mistake if you aren’t following up on your job applications - just because you haven’t heard anything doesn’t mean that you have been passed over. It is possible that your CV didn’t even make it to the boss’s desk for whatever reason. Follow up the application and keep your CV fresh in their minds!
Can’t Get Employed?
Are you struggling to find a job? Have you found our advice useful? Leave us a comment and let us know…
