Richard Bolles's new book will be out soon according to my local paper. He' s got some great do and don'ts for job seekers in this bad economy.
Do:
Find hope by having alternatives
Look for your ideal job; focus and refine job you are looking for
Use two to three of most effective job searches
Five Worst:
1. Search only online
2. Mail resumes at random
3. Look in professional/trade journals
4. Answer newspaper ads
5. Use employment agencies or search firms
Five Best
1. Ask for job leads
2. Knock on Doors
3. Use the phone book
4. Create a job club
5. Do a self assessment
Senior Advisor to the CEO| PMISterling, Va, United States
I have at least one person a day now asking me if I've heard of openings that would work well for them. I think people are particularly down on what they were or are doing right now, just because life is just all around tougher these days. At least 6 friends have approached me and said, "I want to do something different. I just don't know where to start." A long time ago I was in the same spot and picked up an older version of Do What You Are. I found it very helpful. If you are searching for a new career, perhaps you will too. Saving Changes...
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