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Lush100:
after my Nysc , 2005, I went to delloite , wanted to work for free for 3 month (since I saved some money during service, they did not accept and also another company in 2013 (don't want to mention) ,company makes roofing stuffs, both did not accept.
of course I got a good job in 2006.
I wanted to have the experience to put on my CV.
in a nut shell it seem more often than not, companies may likely refuse.
but it's good strategy if u can be accepted.

currently doing French.. finding it s bit difficult (not a language person) but of course I won't give up

databoy247:
Because of the competition in job search, you do not only get to submit attractive and professional resumes, but you have to be creative! Think out of the box and be the 1% of applicants to capture the interests of recruiters. Most times, you do not need to wait for vacant positions to be announced.

Below are some unconventional methods to capture the interests of company owners and recruiters (bluechip companies, start-ups, etc);

Prepare a marketing plan
A marketing plan is a comprehensive document or blueprint that outlines a company's advertising and marketing efforts for the coming year. It describes business activities involved in accomplishing specific marketing objectives within a set time frame (lets say 3 months). Note that the marketing plan should first come in a one page concept note with highlights of projections. Leave out the detailed activities.

Search out top executives in LinkedIn (as you do not have access to their personal email addresses) and send a simple mail like this:

Hello Mr Kunle, I was just going through Dranve Limited website (or page or whatever) and decided to draw up a tentative marketing plan to increase your xyz product sales (or subscriber base) by 38% in the next 3 months. if you are interested, I can send you a brief of the marketing plan for your perusal. It won't take much of your time.

If its worth giving a shot and if you don't mind, I am willing to be a part of the team to implement this plan and if we are able to achieve 50% of set target, then maybe you can retain me full time. I have always wanted to work for Dranve Limited.

Regards.

You have to use his/her name and ensure to state the name of the company and its services/products. It shows you actually took your time in doing a research and reduces your generic look-alike letters.

Every company wants to increase sales, get new clients and remain relevant. Show them you are not just interested in collecting salary every month but actually interested in moving the company forward. Go out there, buy books, do research and learn how to prepare a marketing plan.

More strategies and methods coming up soon. If you are targeting the oil & gas, engineering, real estate industries, don't worry, there are strategies for these sectors also. Stay tuned......

http://procvnigeria.com/index.php/2016/06/30/unconventional-strategies-to-getting-a-job-fast-part-1/

cc: Lalasticlala

VivaDeAngelo:
Pourquio etudier le francais monsieur?
Why are you studying French mister?

queenfav:
I disagree with the work for free point.In this Nigeria?That's how you would remain in that company for years working for free.Many employers simply have no conscience o.Some get unnecessarily moody when its time to pay salaries.Thats to tell you they want someone they can use for free!When the person that tries working for free sees hunger staring him in the face,nobody go tell am to talk to e legs and move to where he is sure of even 5k.



Again,do u live in Nigeria? Prices of everything has skyrocketed. Those of us that are even lucky to have a job paying small change still find it hard to save something reasonable monthly;so you advise a person to surrender himself for free work?Sorry o.So when your landlord comes for his rent, you would pay with your experience abi?Or the person won't eat and take care of other necessaries requiring money?So He would dress up,leave his house to go work for free?Even the parents would weep for him!


For those who are still dependents, eating" mummy thank you" a.k.a free food,its not a bad idea since your parents would even give you money for fare to go for your free work .For those who are independent, with bills to pay all by themselves, that's a very dumb thing to do.It's better to work for little pay than for free.The remuneration is what motivates people to give their best at work, since they know they are paid something for their services at the end of the month.
Its not a guarantee that a manager would see you and make u a staff with benefits. That's one hell of a gamble!

FrankValency:
I got job this way

butanep:
My dear... you aren't far from the truth. After 5year in the university, I will start going to work for one man free of charge. It doesn't make sense now. A time will come when you will get depressed no matter the experience you derived from the work. That work free is not a good idea for me anyway.


Immediately you leave service, you are directly or indirectly faced with responsibilities. You are thinking how to start living independently, sending money to your younger ones, paying miscellaneous bills. Who will pay my bills when I start working free? How will I plan when I start working free? That idea is literally wrong for a young man that have series of plans. You can work for little amount not free jare. I go university for free?


If you don't see a job that will pay you, find something you can sell to get money. Nigeria economy is not smiling.

databoy247:
Go for the lowest unthinkable positions.
Have you ever walked into an Etisalat office (or any of those big companies) in Lagos and asked to be employed as an office assistant or cleaner? Annoying right? Well, if there is a way to get noticed, I think this is one of the best ways.

I believe my examples will explain my points better. I know of a young lady who works as an office assistant (messenger) in Gtbank and at the same time attending a weekend course. Well, to cut the long story short, she now works as a teller over the counter. She practically learned on the job.

Secondly, there was a guy that worked in my former place of work. He delivers documents to other companies and stuff. But guess what? he is good with computers so much so that it got to a time we stopped calling for computer engineers whenever there was any issue. He just fixed it. One day during a staff meeting, he asked his pay to be increased and his request was granted. Why? because he gave value which was costing the company money. The last I heard of him, he is in Europe on a company-sponsored 2 years training program. He still does not have a degree!

A driving position, a janitorial position, a helper on site, etc are not so great, but you will have a chance to showcase your other skills. You might help fix a software problem or help prepare a catchy presentation, or help with some budget calculation. So you never can tell which of those hidden skills can get you promoted from a janitor to a supervisor. Your choice.

queenfav:
I disagree with the work for free point.In this Nigeria?That's how you would remain in that company for years working for free.Many employers simply have no conscience o.Some get unnecessarily moody when its time to pay salaries.Thats to tell you they want someone they can use for free!When the person that tries working for free sees hunger staring him in the face,nobody go tell am to talk to e legs and move to where he is sure of even 5k.



Again,do u live in Nigeria? Prices of everything has skyrocketed. Those of us that are even lucky to have a job paying small change still find it hard to save something reasonable monthly;so you advise a person to surrender himself for free work?Sorry o.So when your landlord comes for his rent, you would pay with your experience abi?Or the person won't eat and take care of other necessaries requiring money?So He would dress up,leave his house to go work for free?Even the parents would weep for him!


For those who are still dependents, eating" mummy thank you" a.k.a free food,its not a bad idea since your parents would even give you money for fare to go for your free work .For those who are independent, with bills to pay all by themselves, that's a very dumb thing to do.It's better to work for little pay than for free.The remuneration is what motivates people to give their best at work, since they know they are paid something for their services at the end of the month.
Its not a guarantee that a manager would see you and make u a staff with benefits. That's one hell of a gamble!

omoijesa:
Interesting write up,for this is the kind of informative write up NL mods shld b always on d track for,buh its such a pity dat all this yeyebrity wont let this forum B.OP thumbs up more ink 2 ur pen.

queenfav:
That's just it o,the working for free thing is very unrealistic. Shame sef no go catch you to tell people say u just dey go one place go work free?

ekababy123:
I have applied to different companies as a volunteer staff but yet no response.@op, i am ready to work for free. Please if you know any company that can engage me to work for them free kindly pm me.

databoy247:
Go for the lowest unthinkable positions.
Have you ever walked into an Etisalat office (or any of those big companies) in Lagos and asked to be employed as an office assistant or cleaner? Annoying right? Well, if there is a way to get noticed, I think this is one of the best ways.

I believe my examples will explain my points better. I know of a young lady who works as an office assistant (messenger) in Gtbank and at the same time attending a weekend course. Well, to cut the long story short, she now works as a teller over the counter. She practically learned on the job.

Secondly, there was a guy that worked in my former place of work. He delivers documents to other companies and stuff. But guess what? he is good with computers so much so that it got to a time we stopped calling for computer engineers whenever there was any issue. He just fixed it. One day during a staff meeting, he asked his pay to be increased and his request was granted. Why? because he gave value which was costing the company money. The last I heard of him, he is in Europe on a company-sponsored 2 years training program. He still does not have a degree!

A driving position, a janitorial position, a helper on site, etc are not so great, but you will have a chance to showcase your other skills. You might help fix a software problem or help prepare a catchy presentation, or help with some budget calculation. So you never can tell which of those hidden skills can get you promoted from a janitor to a supervisor. Your choice.

lereinter:
I will like to work for free where I can gain experience and skills than work in a lower job that can be frustrating
If u know what I mean
Lets say you work as a casual position which requires only secondary school certificate and you a degree holder

1 your colleagues may be just young secondary school holder and you among the oldest maybe more enlightened this can cause work problems
2 maybe your superior have same degree as you and you wish they afford u some respite from your colleagues which are secondary sch holders and this not happening may cause work problems

okezie007:
Your write-up sounds very interesting and doable, houwever, in 9ja its just an opportunity for a prospective employer to exploit you like crazy if they give you an audience in the first place.

queenfav:
That's just it o,the working for free thing is very unrealistic. Shame sef no go catch you to tell people say u just dey go one place go work free?

FrankValency:
my dear naija need drastic ways to get a job, I just got a job by offering free services for 2 months, and I was recommended by the manager and today, I earn my own salary

Santi222:
Lovely post.

databoy247:
Thanks for your comments, even though it has distorted the sequence. Anyway, let me continue.....

Direct mailing technique.
This is a method that will work better with not so large organizations. Start-ups with good funding can be a good choice also. Now all you do is research the company very well, go to their office, visit their website, befriend any of the staff, get their annual reports, etc. The next step is to identify any problem they usually encounter. Don't be deceived, all organizations encounter issues. It might be on excess spending, payroll, networking, etc. When you identify the problem, then draft a short proposal. No much stories and ensure you go straight to the point. A two or 3 page proposal will be idle.

Now, be careful not to divulge much information or you might not be needed anymore. A proposal can be crafted in such way that the recipient will have no choice but to call you ASAP.

Final step is to package your proposal, professional resume and an application letter referencing the proposal and how you can help actualize it if approved and also that you are ready to come and give a full presentation on the proposal. Now even if the company is 3 block from you, do NOT go there to submit it. Instead, parcel it and send directly to the MD or anyone who calls the shots using DHL. On the envelop should be: ATTN: MR ANOZIE (Projects Manager/CEO). Ensure you add his position. This can be done with N2,000 or less for parceling a package within same state.

This parcel will go directly to him/her. That way, you will reach the boss without the hassle of the gateman or receptionist flinging you envelope or "forgetting" it in her drawer.

Hope this piece helps...

Adelakun2016:
I like this one.Too many bad belly people

butanep:
Woo you are a barrister. I will need you to help me on a case for free. Use your church mind ooo and you can still add it to your CV among the voluntary work you have done. Lol.

Which area in law did you specialized.


Just say yes because...

queenfav:
I disagree with the work for free point.In this Nigeria?That's how you would remain in that company for years working for free.Many employers simply have no conscience o.Some get unnecessarily moody when its time to pay salaries.Thats to tell you they want someone they can use for free!When the person that tries working for free sees hunger staring him in the face,nobody go tell am to talk to e legs and move to where he is sure of even 5k.



Again,do u live in Nigeria? Prices of everything has skyrocketed. Those of us that are even lucky to have a job paying small change still find it hard to save something reasonable monthly;so you advise a person to surrender himself for free work?Sorry o.So when your landlord comes for his rent, you would pay with your experience abi?Or the person won't eat and take care of other necessaries requiring money?So He would dress up,leave his house to go work for free?Even the parents would weep for him!


For those who are still dependents, eating" mummy thank you" a.k.a free food,its not a bad idea since your parents would even give you money for fare to go for your free work .For those who are independent, with bills to pay all by themselves, that's a very dumb thing to do.It's better to work for little pay than for free.The remuneration is what motivates people to give their best at work, since they know they are paid something for their services at the end of the month.
Its not a guarantee that a manager would see you and make u a staff with benefits. That's one hell of a gamble!