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10 Things That Will Get You Hired

Do you want to extend your time looking for a job? Of course not. Candidates are always on the lookout for the most efficient, effective way to find new work. The following tips -- when heeded during the job search and interview processes -- can make job hunting go by faster:

1. Customize your résumé and cover letter.
It might seem faster to blast off generic materials to dozens of employers, but this will cost you time in the long run. Tailor your résumé and cover letter to each open position to clearly demonstrate how your experience fills the employers' requirements. For example, if you're applying for a public relations role, give your PR experience a prime spot on your résumé.

2. Diversify your search.
If you've been responding to newspaper ads with no response, also post your résumé online, search some job Web sites, talk to your friends and attend an industry trade show. The more ways you search, the more likely you are to connect with the right employers.

3. Don't go solo.
Your friends, family and former co-workers each have a network of their own -- and a friend-of-a-friend might hold the perfect lead. Don't be shy: Reach out to your network and let your contacts know you're on the job market.

4. Find a company where you fit in.
Browse potential employers' Web sites and ask your friends about what it's like to work at their companies. Employers are looking for candidates who would be a good fit and thrive within the company culture.

5. Don't get discouraged.
Experts estimate the average job search to last anywhere between three and 10 months -- and that means a lot of rejection. Keep at it: Your dream job is out there.

6. Always be prepared.
You can never be too prepared for your first meeting with a potential employer. Before your interview, always browse the company's Web site. Find out as much as you can about the company's products, leadership, mission and culture, and prepare answers to common interview questions.

7. Be on time.
Whether it's an informational interview, an open house or a formal interview, always arrive about 10 minutes early. Allow plenty of time for traffic and poor weather.

8. Dress and act the part.
In a business setting, always dress in professional clothing in the best quality you can afford. Take the industry and employer into consideration, but a business suit is almost always appropriate for interviews.

9. Listen more than you talk.
Even if you're nervous at an interview, try not to ramble. By keeping your mouth shut, you can learn valuable information about the company and avoid saying something that you'll wish you hadn't.

10. Ask good questions.
At the end of an interview, the employer will inevitably ask if you have any questions. Have a list of questions prepared that showcase your company research and interest in the position.

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posted by Ahmed Ali @ 9:44 AM

Choosing a Satisfying Career

It's more important than it seems.

In a recent study covered by a leading market research firm, Harris Interactive Inc., it was found that only 45% of America's workforce is satisfied with their jobs. This is a significant drop from three decades ago when a similar survey reflected a 75% job satisfaction rate. Addressing this concern is a tedious process, but we can all take small and careful steps to make sure we would not be among the 33% who think they are in dead end jobs, or the 21% who wish to drop their current career path in order to take up something new. Jobseekers: Here is a list of questions that will help you evaluate what career path is perfect for you.

1) Do you know yourself well enough? * Being able to understand your potentials, abilities, interests, preferences, motivating factors, and values is the key element in choosing your career. Match your personality with your profession. * If you are creative, who not try a career in art and design? Click here for more information on receiving on online degree for The Arts Institute.

2) Have you set your own personal goals? * Setting goals gives you something to look forward to at the end of the day. It keeps employees driven and having a positive attitude towards to the work they do. Choose a career that is compatible with goals you have set yourself. * If your goal is to earn extra money for your savings account, maybe you should try a career that provides commission or incentives.

3) Do you think ahead? * Identify your weaknesses and possible hindrance to your job satisfaction with the career path you have in mind. Knowing the enemy is a means to winning the battle. * If you do not have the attention span needed for Accounting, don't waste your time trying it out. If you need structure in your work-day do not try a career in Marketing. Never be timid to try something new, but know yourself before you know your career-path.

4) Have you taken career tests? * There are tons of career tests you can take online. It is not 100% accurate and may not all work well for you, but it is helpful in widening your perspective and giving you more options for a career path. * If your career tests show you that you are very good with people, why don't you give public relations or advertising a shot?

5) Are you a risk taker? * Be open to failure, but do not obsess on it. Learn from mistakes and try as hard as you can not to commit the same ones.


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posted by Ahmed Ali @ 6:51 AM