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Tips On Getting A Job

TIPS ON GETTING A JOB Getting a job sometimes feels like an impossible challenge. Here are some tips to help you get off the couch and back into the swing of things. Network The people you know can help you get the job you want. More than 1/4 of jobs are filled by some one who refered them. That's too big of a statistic to ignore. Go out and meet some people who share a similar career path as you. Stop waiting and start doing A few years ago, it would have made sense to hold out for your dream job since positions were being filled with external hires. Now, it makes more sense to get your foot in the door with a great company and work your way up to your dream job. Stand out from the crowd Make sure your cover letter and resume include proper grammar. Don't be like everyone else, make your resume stand out by listing accomplishments and career ad- vancements. Your resume is the key to you getting an interview. Also - don't be afraid to follow up Volunteer Gain work experience that can be valuable to your career. You might need to pad your resume with volunteering experience if you're betv find anything paid. Non-profits are a great place to volunteer, and volunteering demonstrates to em- ployers that you are a go-getter! jobs and can't Look outside your industry In this era we can't always be as picky about our jobs as we could be in the past. You may need to look for a job which is outside your USual industry or take on a role which you're not used to in order to find a job nowadays. Consider relocation If you're in an area with no jobs and you have the budget to move, consider relocating to a place which has a better job market. Make your own work If you're between jobs for a long time, try making your own work by going into business for yourself. Even if it doesn't pan out, you'll have something to put down on your resume, and you'll probably learn something in the process. If it does work out, your problem is solved. This infographic was brought to you by: Resume Builder Online http://www.ResumeBuilderOnline.org Copyright 2012 ResumeBuilderOnline.org. All Rights Reserved.

Tips On Getting A Job

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Getting a job sometimes feels like an impossible challenge. Here are some tips to help you get off the couch and back into the swing of things.

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