Job Search Tips

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Job Search Tips

• How to effectively conduct a job search

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Important Factors

• Be aware of your goals and skills
• Have an understanding of the job market
• Maintain a well planned job search

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Getting Started

• A well planned job search should begin at least 6
  months prior to the time you wish to begin
  employment

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Assess your skills

• Begin by identifying your skills,
  accomplishments, goals, and interests
• An awareness of what you want will greatly help
  you in finding a job you will enjoy

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Manage your time

• It really isnt recommended to waste your time
  responding to long shots.
• Answer all questions addressed in the
  advertisement in your cover letter

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Research career options

• Once you have determined the career of your
  choice determine the precise position you are
  applying for
• Get information from people in this field to
  determine if your expectations are accurate

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Develop Job Search Skills

• Prepare a detailed resume and cover letter
• Learn how to market yourself, interview wisely
  and negotiate salary requirements once an offer
  is made

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Use any available resources

• Attend career fairs
• Explore internet links for finding a job
• Research all print media
• Local newspapers
• Career magazines
• Contact employment agencies run by the government
  or a non profit organization

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Start Searching

• Research local print and electronics for job
  listings
• Contact employers such as
• Send a letter to Human Resources
• Contact managers by letter or phone requesting an
  appointment

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Interviewing

• Be well prepared for your interview
• Know the company you are applying at
• Know the position you are applying for
• Be on time
• Have a confident outlook

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Keep Records

• Maintain an accurate log of all positions you
  have applied for to prevent confusion when
  following up and sending thank you letters.

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Be Persistent

• Job searching is hard work, and it is very easy
  to get frustrated. If you find that you are not
  being successful dont get discouraged, just try
  another approach. Most important to remember is
  to always stay positive.

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Thank you for your time

• Rebecca Turpin
• Brandon Caddell