Looking for a job is not a “One Time Thing” On average, workers will change jobs about seven times during their careers. Nearly 80% of all jobs require some sort of postsecondary training Employers are not just looking for knowledge – they want to know what skills you have. Careers evolve and you need to adapt to the changing world. The only thing consistent is change.

How do you find a job? Job Search Engines Job Boards Classified adds Career Fairs Networking Headhunters

Job Search Engines A job search engine explores the web and collects job listings from job boards and employer websites.

Job Boards A job board is a website which posts jobs supplied by employers. Employers typically pay a fee to the job board in exchange for the opportunity to list their jobs on the site.

Social Media Smarts Don’t post anything on your profile that you wouldn’t be comfortable with showing up on the front page of your local newspaper. – Anything you post can be seen by anyone. Once you post it – it is gone Don’t use your profile as a way of venting about what’s going on in your life. – We all have bad days. Posting your frustration while angry is not a good idea. – Once you post it – it is gone. Keep private information private. – your home phone number or address can provide potentially dangerous people with unwanted access to your personal life. Cyber criminals thrive on information regarding your pets or grandparents' names, as these are the questions that banks and credit card companies use to verify your identity. Remove comments posted by others that can get you in trouble. – You can’t always keep your friends or others from posting material that you don’t want to be seen online. It is, therefore, important to remain aware of what is posted and remove information that could be harmful or ask those who posted it to remove it.

Internet Safety Reminders Posting your Resume Do not put your SS# on your electronic Resume Do not list your phone number or your home address; the city name should be enough. Do not list your references; say that you can provide them upon request for an interview Create a disposable address that can be discontinued after obtaining the job. This protects you and might be more professional than your current address. Remove dates and specific company names. Use a generic description instead of listing “IBM.”.

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Career Fairs A Job fair or Career Fair is an event in which employers, recruiters, job seekers and schools give information to potential employees. Job seekers attend these while trying to make a good impression to potential coworkers by speaking face-to-face with one another, filling out resumes and asking questions in attempt to get a good feel on the work needed.

Networking Networking is simply the process of building positive relationships, either by making a connection with someone in person or online. Elevator Speech- – 20 second commercial – Your name, position, what you do and why?

Job Headhunters A headhunter is a job recruiter who specializes in matching highly skilled professionals with corporate clients – Why do companies use a headhunter? – Why do individuals use headhunters?

Job Headhunters While half of the headhunter’s job is working for corporate clients, the other half consists of working for those seeking employment. Anyone can call a headhunting service to be considered for job opportunities. Typically, a resume is submitted to the service, and this is followed by a verbal interview, either in person or over the phone. The recruiter gets a feel for the personality, skills, and needs of the recruit. This will include factors like willingness to travel, to relocate or to work extended hours. In some cases, the fee is paid by the hired recruit rather than the company. People who are considering working with a headhunter to find employment should be sure to clarify who will pay for the service. Headhunters can present a person with employment opportunities that he or she would otherwise miss. Those who have established, trusting relationships with their corporate clients also act as a positive boon for the applicant. A good word from a trusted recruiter can make a difference in the attitude of the interviewer towards the candidate, warming an otherwise "cold" initial interview.

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