Has hunting for jobs got you down? Are you tired of filling out application after application, and attending countless interviews only to watch every single opportunity go to someone else, usually for reasons you can’t fathom? It’s possible the reason you’re having such a difficult time going from unemployed to employ has something to do with the way you’re approaching your job search. Instead of continuing to tackle it the same way you have for the past several months, it’s time to change your approach.
If you’re like most people, you’re office is probably full of printed job applications and newspapers where you’ve circled possible employment options. Take a day away from you search and clean things up. Take all the papers and throw them into the recycling bin. Don’t even think about pulling them out. You’re going to find having a clean office helps you put the months of unsuccessful searches behind you. With each armful of paper your drag from your office, you’ll feel more of your optimism returning. By cleaning out your office, you make it possible to create a new, and better organized method for finding possible employment opportunities.
Talk to a couple of people you respect and see if they’ll go over your resume. There’s a good chance it’s not nearly as strong as you think it is. Having a fresh pair of eyes will help you identify typos and grammatical errors. A friend will also provide you with advice about what sections you should beef up, and which sections will benefit from some trimming. By the time you get done with the corrections, you will be amazed by how much better your resume looks. Employers will also be impressed.
When you get called in for an interview, write down the job you applied for and do some research into the company. Based on the information you’ve gathered, have a friend conduct a few practice interviews. You won’t believe how much these practice sessions will benefit you. You’ll feel calm and composed when you meet with your prospective employer, creating an outstanding first impression.
Even though you might be on the hunt for full time employment, you shouldn’t discount temporary employment agencies. They could turn into your biggest ally. The employment agency will set you up with temporary positions that allow you to earn a living while cultivating connections with people you meet, people could someday be relied on to give a decent recommendation. Plus, a surprising number of temporary positions turn into full time jobs. An employment agency can really help you organize your job search, which in turn increases your chances of finding employment. Some people would still be unemployed without the agency.
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