Oct 14 2008

Job search advice for uncertain times

Published by Jo Brent at 10:08 am under Graduate / Student Job Advice, Jobseeker advice

Difficult financial times means an aggressive job search policy is key for anyone out in the cold in terms of employment. Here are some job finding tips to weather jobseekers through an ever changing economic climate worldwide.

There is nothing like an uplifting can do attitude, it fortifies you for the gruelling process of procuring and executing interviews. Be sure to refresh your connections and contacts - networking is a good way to utilise opportunities that are right under your nose.

Be unique and try breaking out of the box when choosing how to represent yourself - you need to stand out from the crowd. When possible think about volunteering or offering your time for free, with the purpose of making new contacts and increasing the amount of opportunity generating people in your network.

Shake it up a little and diversify your job search. Perhaps consider working in another industry or sector of the economy that is related to your skills, but not necessarily something you have considered before. However don’t fall into an erratic or disorganised strategy for your jobs search. Being pulled in many directions can kill the essential focus you’ll need to be successful.

Don’t be afraid to ask for support from industry know how’s. Ask questions with the intent of building on the feedback you get in return. We’re only too happy to help you out, if you have any questions post your comments and we’ll discuss it.

Best of Luck!

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One Response to “Job search advice for uncertain times”

  1. Nancyon 15 Oct 2008 at 5:13 pm

    Great post, networking is a great tool in your job search.

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