While being on the job search is a daunting task for most, it's important to enjoy the process. After all, having a positive attitude can make a world of difference! But how can you maintain a positive attitude during a long, frustrating job search? Good networking! RELATED: 5 Quick Tips For More Confident Networking Instead of spending all your time and energy on mainstream job boards, get off your bottom and meet new people! While I don’t recommend giving up on job boards altogether, I definitely feel networking is the best way to use your time wisely during your job search. For example, one great analogy I love to use is the person who goes to the gym for an hour but doesn’t even break a sweat. This isn’t working out. Sure, you drove to the gym and stayed there for an hour, but did you truly leverage your abilities? Similarly, when on the job hunt, it’s important “sweat” a little – work hard and use your time strategically to obtain your dream job. The key to networking is to create mutually beneficial relationships by expand your professional contacts. These contacts may provide industry advice, other contacts or the key to your future job. The following steps will without doubt get you on your way to be a networking expert.
We all make mistakes—that’s what makes us human. But when you’re looking for a new job, it’s important to minimize those job application mistakes because it may cost you the position. RELATED: Need job search advice? Watch these tutorials! Here are some of the biggest application mistakes candidates make (and how to avoid them):
We’ve all heard hiring process myths, but how do you know what’s bologna and what’s fact? Let me dispel a few myths job seekers should be aware of. RELATED: Need some job search advice? Watch these tutorials!
Your job search is like a full-time job. In fact, I’m sure many job seekers would argue that their job search takes up more time than a full-time job would. Related: 3 Ways To Network Over Summer Vacation That being said, a vacation is almost certainly one of the farthest things from your mind while you’re searching for a new job. For some, it’s because of financial reasons. For others, sparing even one day to recharge seems out of the question. What do you think: Should job seekers take a vacation? I’m going to argue for both sides.
It’s natural to wonder the reasons you didn’t get an interview – or perhaps make it to the second round – for a job you thought was a perfect fit. Related: 5 Tips To Ace The In-Person Interview While I always feel it’s best to ask the hiring manager what went wrong, do a little self-analysis first. Didn't get a call back for the job?
During your job search, it’s vital to be confident in your abilities and accomplishments from your past experience. An employer won’t be able to figure these things out (nor should they have to). Related: Interview Hack: Document Everything! You need to sell yourself sufficiently in order to make them believe you are the best fit for the opening. Do you know how to convey your accomplishments through telling compelling stories on your resume, cover letter, and networking opportunities? The key to creating a good accomplishment story is to focus on the elements of this model.
Congratulations, you’ve done it! You landed your first job. You bought new clothes, printed some business cards, and even decorated your cubicle. But, what comes next? Related: 5 Ways To Develop Your Skills On The Job No matter how excited you are for that first paycheck, it’s important to keep learning beyond what’s required in your job description. Here’s how:
Your internship can be a great way to gain experience, meet networking contacts, and prove your worth to an employer. It can also be the necessary foot in the door to land a full-time position at the organization. Related: How I Got An Internship With A Millionaire Wondering how you can turn your internship into a full-time gig? Here’s how: