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STRATEGIES FOR BETTER JOB HUNTING
Networking
By expanding your professional network, you are opening yourself up to new career opportunities. You may find that when you have more professional connections, more people can recommend you to a new position. Even using your professional network for career advice can help you become a more qualified candidate. Use your connections as a resource to further develop as a professional.
Online job boards
What was once a corkboard in your local library has expanded to a vast network of job opportunities. Now that most job postings are digital, it’s much easier to find the type of job you’re looking for. You can use keywords to search for your intended job title.
Referrals
Companies use employee referrals because they trust their own employee’s opinions, and it can help streamline the hiring process. It may be worth asking a trusted friend if their company has any opportunities. If you both think you’d be a good fit for a position at their place of employment, they could recommend you.
Job fairs
Excellent way to learn about many companies at once. Colleges, universities and companies often host job fairs. They are often organized by industry, although some have companies across many job sectors. Prior to attending a job fair, research the employers that will be there. Learn about what kind of candidates they are looking for and what job openings they have. Bring a bunch of printed resumes and business cards to hand out. Be prepared to have a mini-interview with every recruiter you speak with. Afterward, follow up with an email.
Company websites
it’s worth doing an internet search of companies within your industry to begin looking at their websites. Before filling out your application, get to know who they are, what they do, and who their clients are. Knowing all of this information shows you’re serious about wanting a job opportunity from them.
