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| 6 Strategic Job Search Tips For Every Fresh Graduate by mrpackager(m): 8:25pm On Apr 20, 2015 |
Job search could be a great challenge for many fresh graduates and a nightmare to some others. However, if you take strategic steps, you could be on your way to landing your first job sooner than you think. Here are 10 strategic job search tips that will give you an edge and increase your chances of getting a job sooner than you think. 1. Change Your Attitude: Don’t start your job search with the mindset that there are no jobs. There are jobs out there. Your attitude usually matters and influences the outcome of your pursuit. The statistics of unemployment rate may have made you to believe that there are no jobs. However, many companies are still on the lookout for the right candidates. The first tip is to have the mindset that there is still job out there for the right candidates. What you should think of is “how can I be the right candidate”? 2. Start Your Job Hunting Early: Many graduates think that the search for a job begins after they graduate. I think this is a wrong approach. You should be able to be clear on the kind of jobs you want, gather facts about companies you would like to work for, what is required to work for such companies etc. right before you graduate. Success in job search is ultimately based on the level of information you have. The more informed you are the better your chances. 3. Give Attention To Your Resume/CV and Cover Letter: One thing I would like to make you understand here is that there is nothing like a perfect CV. But your Resume/CV should be impressive. The major purpose of a Resume/CV is to get you an interview appointment. However, you need to bear the following in mind; -Your CV should be relevant to the job you are applying for. Don’t use one CV for all your job applications. Tailor-make your CV to be specific to each job you are applying for. -Make it clear, concise and honest. -Provide key information like personal details, including name, address, phone number, and email address. However, information like age, Political, Gender, Or Religious preferences are not needed unless otherwise specified as a requirement. -Highlight your skills/strengths, achievements and relevant experiences. -Avoid errors. Ask a friend to go through it. We usually don’t see our own errors. A cover letter is a letter sent with your CV that basically provides information on why you are qualified for the job you are applying for and the contributions you can make if employed. For comprehensive guide on writing a CV/Resume and Cover letter, click on these links CV/Resume Guide and Cover Letter Guide 4. Don’t Be Bias: You’re on the verge of starting a career; don’t have your eyes only on big companies yet. Consider options in government and nonprofit establishments, real estate, housing, transportation etc. Study shows that there are a good number of graduate vacancies in small and medium companies. These small and medium scale companies will serve as a foundation for you to build your career because they are usually demanding. They should serve as an opportunity to learn professional and work ethics as well as the valuable experience you need to climb the ladder of your chosen career. 5. Build Networks and Leverage Your Connections: In the job market it is not only about what you know but also about who you know. I know many who got employed just because they have such connections. Attend lectures, seminars, forums where you are likely get in touch with successful career men and women in your field of interest. Join Professional associations. Your hard work alone could have been all you needed to get out of school successfully but in the real world connections are as important as hard work. 6. Take Advantage of The Internet: The Internet is particularly useful today when it comes to job search. The internet abounds with job websites. These job sites offer job listings (information on available jobs), networking opportunities, discussion groups, articles/newsletters and job- search tips. These job sites also provide opportunity for you to submit your CV and help get it across to potential employers. Companies now have websites. You can follow them via their websites and social media links to have an idea of what they do. Adverts on available job openings are also placed on company’s websites and social media pages. source: http://successflame.com/career/10-strategic-job-search-tips-for-every-fresh-graduate/ |
| Re: 6 Strategic Job Search Tips For Every Fresh Graduate by Lawalsuleiman(m): 10:12pm On Apr 20, 2015 |
Thumbs up Op...Well said. |
| Re: 6 Strategic Job Search Tips For Every Fresh Graduate by MikeMoses(m): 10:46pm On Apr 20, 2015 |
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