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Effective job searching tips

Job — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 07:59:03 +0000

Gone are the days when people used to go through the situation vacant columns of newspapers and job magazines to find suitable positions. Today’s people use the power of internet to find information. Whether it is job, education or anything else – internet is the most flexible medium to search information. Job seekers of present time should use the power of internet to ease up their job searching process.

However, searching something on internet can be compared with searching a needle in a stack of straw! What if you have a magnet with you – won’t you be able to find the needle easily? Similarly, search engines help you get relevant information online.

Use Search Engines to find out your dream job:

You can find out latest and relevant job openings through search engines. As all the search engines are text based, you need to be careful while choosing your search phrases. If you are looking for a career in advertising and marketing, then search for phrases like: careers in advertising, advertising jobs, jobs in marketing, copywriting jobs, marketing jobs, openings in ad agency etc. More search phrases you can think of more options you get.

If you are looking for ad agency jobs in a particular city or state, then add the location with your search phrase. For example, if you are looking for jobs in ad agencies in California, then your search phrase should be: ad agency jobs in California and alike.

Search engines can really help you explore employment opportunities in your preferred field.

Job Portals

As the name suggests, job portals are the websites that publish job openings categorically to ease up your job search process. HR managers, recruiters and organizations with certain positions to offer, log on to job portals and post their requirements. Job seekers browse the job listings and act upon the ad that best suits them.

Some job portals allow job seekers to create their accounts and upload their resume. When employers find a matching profile for the vacancy they have, they contact the person to initiate the recruitment process. This is an easy way of getting job offers directly in your mailbox without doing anything.

Alternatively, you can subscribe to the job listing websites so that you get email alert as soon as a new entry is posted on the board. By subscribing to job listing websites, you can stay updated all the time and respond to the employers quickly.

Browse Career Section of Corporate Websites

In case you are looking for openings in a particular organization, just visit their website and look for the career section. It is a common practice to list current openings in the career section of company website. Browse the list to check if any of the vacancies match your profile – if it does then send your application to the concerned person.

Start using the power of internet for job searching and experience the difference. Search engines, job portals and corporate websites are the best places to find latest job openings these days.

‘my job buddy’ helps jobseekers find their dream job

Job — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 03:16:57 +0000

At the current time finding in a job in such a competitive market is very difficult, at My Job Buddy our sole aim is to help jobseekers through that often frustrating process.

Everyone is turning to the internet for their job searching, no matter what their level of job, experience or ambition, but there are major frustrations associated with jobseeking. Anyone who has applied for jobs on the internet is probably aware of automated 'email alert' systems, where you are regularly emailed a list of jobs that the automated system thinks might interest you. The vast majority of these jobs are not relevant at all and these emails end up being a form of authorised spam in your email inbox! Our Search Buddy services really are something quite unique specifically designed to ease such frustrations.

The idea was a simple one. Why let a machine do the work when it gets it so wrong so often?

We all know how irritating, boring and time consuming it can be to sit looking through job listings, whether they are in the local newspaper or on a website.

We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who spend their time carrying out the hard work of job hunting on your behalf. We offer three different levels of Search Buddy, as detailed below. Our Search Buddy offering starts as low as £14.99 per month. Visit our website at www.myjobbuddy.co.uk for full details.

We also offer complimentary services all aimed at jobseekers looking to improve their job hunting prospects for full details visit our website at www.myjobbuddy.co.uk

Online job search

Job — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 19:11:23 +0000

The internet has brought convenient, nationwide, independent job search functionality to your fingertips. Online job search opportunities have gone well beyond job postings on individual company websites. Today, there are numerous dedicated sites to help job hunters search for jobs worldwide.

Online job search that involves going directly to company internet sites is a good way to introduce yourself to the company in which you think you might be interested. Typically, companies are eager to present themselves to the public online so they will have complete descriptions of their business philosophy, the services, supplies or products they promote, and a section for job hunters in which they post job openings. Generally, you can identify, through various search options, the jobs which might be appropriate for your skills and abilities. Many systems allow you to apply for specific jobs online through a system where you would complete an application and upload your resume. It will be transmitted to the Human Resources Department or function responsible for resume assessment.

Once you have completed a company's application process, you will then become part of their database for a period of time. Some systems search their databases automatically when new jobs are posted. If your resume matches any of the job requirements, you'll get a notice and opportunity to apply for the job online.

Over the last few years, independent online job search functionalities have become prevalent on the internet. Newspapers, local services and worldwide online job search databases are easy to find ... simply type "job search" into your browser's search engine. Some sites have more extensive functionality than others. The better sites have direct links into the participating company job search engines. For companies that don't have internal job posting engines, the job search sites will forward applications and/or resumes on your behalf.

The advantage of these online job search functionalities is that they give you access to an extensive database of job opportunities across the country. You can search by state and city, and view everything that is posted. The more sophisticated sites also allow you to narrow your search by job category, name or position level. Some allow you to specify a company name and search nationwide for job opportunities within that specific company. This online functionality puts many position descriptions in front of you quickly. You can apply for them immediately, or on the more expansive sites, you can put them in a "save" or "watch" category so you can think about it and apply at a later date.

Other sites have extensive functionality to help job searchers including:

· Search by date posted

· Job profiles you can set up that alert you to jobs being posted that fit your skills

· Resume posting on the job search site where employers can search resumes that match their requirements

· Salary calculators

· Career resource links that provide services such as, coaching, education, interview tips, financial advice, etc.

· Career fair information

· Resume critique

· Video resume posting

Not all job search sites are created equal ... it's very important to make sure you thoroughly check out the site you want to use. Look for endorsements, privacy and security statements, and full disclosure about company ownership and business practices. Many online sites require you to purchase a membership, but the fees are not excessive and most have varying levels so you can pick one that suits your needs and your budget.

Three things i learned about the job search from home improvement

Job — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 16:58:08 +0000

Question: What does home improvement have to do with the job search?

Hint: It takes more than a vision and a toolbox to get the job done.

When I bought my place a few years ago, it required some work to put my personal touch on it. I wanted to update the bathroom a bit by painting and replacing some of the fixtures. I wanted to replace a few doors and install some shelving. I already had a basic toolkit and went out to buy a drill set and levels. I thought I had all I need and was ready to go. I thought to myself, “How hard can all this work be?” and I got started.

I thought I could get the projects done, no problem. Well, I was wrong. Although the work looked pretty easy, I really had no clue what I was doing. I quickly found out that each of these tasks required more than tools. While I knew what needed to be done, I had no idea how to get it done. I didn’t have the know-how I needed.

What does this have to do with your job search? Perhaps you are clear about what job you want. Maybe you know what needs to be done in an effective job search. You know you need to craft a resume and cover letter, look for job openings, and network. You may know what to do in your job search, but do you know “how to” execute effectively?

In my case, because I didn’t know what I was doing, I spent hours going back and forth to Lowe’s and Home Depot exchanging materials. Re-painting my bathroom took a week because I didn’t plan for how long it would take to strip off decades of old paint, apply primer and re-paint. Installing shelves took a week when it should have taken a couple of hours. Not knowing how to properly execute my home improvement work, cost me hours of time I could be doing other things. During the process, I got so frustrated and wanted to give up many times. I was tempted to call in some people who knew what they were doing, but my pride wouldn’t let me. I had to finish it myself. As I look back at my handy work now, I do have a sense of pride at what I accomplished, but it could have been done so much easier, in less time with less frustration.

It’s not uncommon for job seekers to waste a lot of time creating the “perfect” resume and cover letter for each position they want to apply for. Or spend hours everyday scanning job listing websites looking for the right job opportunity to materialize. After all, they’ve read and been told that they need a resume and can find tons of job openings online. That’s all true, but it’s not always the “what” you do but the “how” you do it that makes the difference. Even with all the right tools, success comes from knowing how to use them effectively to get the job done.

Here are 3 things I learned about the job search from my attempt at home improvement.

#1 Have A Plan: In the job search as in home improvement, you need a plan. You can’t just buy a bunch of supplies and get to work. You have to plan out the project and lay the foundation. The same goes for the job search. Once you’ve determined the job you want, you have to decide how you’re going to find that job. If you aren’t finding enough leads, you have to figure out how to get more or better leads. If you’re getting interviews, but not getting the right offers, you might need to fine tune your interviewing skills. Put your efforts where they will be most effective based on what needs to be done. For example, don’t waste time tweaking your resume and scouring job listing sites, if what you really need is interview preparation.

#2 Learn The Basics : There is a ton of information about job search strategies at your disposal. Granted, some sources are better than others but the information is out there.

Jobs in gurgaon/ ncr are available without any hassles

Job — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 01:31:10 +0000

One of the cities in NCR, Delhi is the fastest mounting economic and industrial hub in India. Asides diverse union government offices and ministries, the city accommodates many corporate houses. Delhi’s workforce is mounting at a fast pace and earns largest per capita income of India. The city is also popular for having lowest unemployment rate. New Delhi is a leading job market place in India where the employment rate is highest because, the city is home to educated manpower and modern technology.

Due to availability of modern office spaces, emergence of IT and ITES companies, and connectivity to Delhi, Gurgaon also offers a number of jobs from diverse arenas. The city is also recognized as a software development hub of India. Becoming a silicon destination of India, Gurgaon accommodates educated IT professionals migrating from other places and abroad too. Jobs in Gurgaon involve varied fields that include Software Developments, DBA, Marketing, Legal, Media, Medical and many more.

Due to boom in IT and real estate sector, Gurgaon has become home to a number of people. Nowadays, owing to presence of office spaces and availability of cheap workforce have thrown the city one of the best places for business purposes. Apart from commercial spaces, there are a number of residential projects are on process in order to meet requirements of people who want quality life.

Due to availability of high attrition rate in the NCR region, IT and ITES companies are offering sound packages to retain employees. Some major companies offer a wide range of facilities that include pick up and drop for all employees from their residence and back, free lunch & snacks on all working days, attractive Insurance Schemes, company leased accommodation, car Lease and ESOPS.

There are numbers of jobs are available in Delhi that includes BPO jobs, IT Jobs, Software Jobs, Medical jobs, Physiotherapy jobs, Designer jobs, Biotechnology Jobs, Nursing Jobs, Pharmaceutical Jobs, Hotel jobs, horticulture jobs, computer jobs, engineering jobs, Accounts and Finance Jobs, Teaching Jobs, Media Jobs, Schools Jobs, Government Jobs, Sales and Marketing Jobs and Research Jobs. Apart from these regular jobs, part time jobs are also available in Delhi for students, housewives, et cetera.

Three steps to getting a work-at-home job

Job — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 06:09:19 +0000

Each week I find hundreds of work-at-home job announcements from companies looking for qualified employees to hire. Despite the abundance of work-at-home jobs, millions of people who want a work-at-home job continue to fall victim to scams and deceptive schemes. If you have been struggling to work at home, here are the three steps you must follow to be successful.

Step One: What can you do?

You wouldn't use a search engine and sign up for the first thing that sounded good in a traditional job search; yet, so many people take this approach to finding a work-at-home job. One of the most important ideas you need to understand is that work-at-home job searches are just like traditional job searches. Employers are looking for people with specific skills and experience to fill specific jobs. You won't simply sign up for a work-at-home job. Instead you'll need a professional resume or application that sets you apart from the competition. All this starts by listing your skills and experiences. Don't limit this list just to job skills. Also include volunteer experience, hobbies, and interests. Note the duties and activities your "jobs" involved and the things you've learned from your experiences.

Step Two: Look for jobs

Most people get in trouble in their work-at-home job search because they look for the wrong jobs in the wrong places. In Step One you learned that work-at-home jobs are no different from traditional jobs and as a result you've made a list of all your experiences. In Step Two you need to begin to search where employers post jobs. You can find work-at-home job announcements on job sites such as Monster.com and Careerbuilder.com by using "telecommute" as your keyword. You still need to watch out for deceptive job ads on general job search sites. The best way to avoid them is to remember two rules: 1) never pay money to get hired and 2) never give or use your personal bank to help a company do business.

If you're serious about finding a work-at-home job, consider using a work-at-home job database. These services are not free (you're not paying to get hired, you're paying for the service of having someone else screen work-at-home jobs and allowing you to access their database), but they make finding jobs fast and easy.

Step Three: Apply, Apply, Apply

A successful job search requires creating a stellar resume or application. Remember, you're competing against hundreds, maybe even thousands of other applicants. You're resume or application needs to set you apart from all of them. You do that by tailoring your resume to the specific skills and experiences the employer is looking for. If the ad is for a transcriptionist to help a public speaker, share how fast you type, whether or not you have transcribed for other speakers or in the topic area the speaker specializes in. Indicate specific equipment or software you have experience with. Fit the resume to the job and you'll be showing the employer you're the exact person he's looking for.

Also, do as the application says, no more, no less. A common complaint with employers is that the applicants don't follow the directions. Don't try to be cute or creative. Use strong, active verbs to outline your skills instead of crazy font or gimmicks.

Finally be ready to apply to many jobs over time. Work-at-home employers are notorious for not getting back to applicants about their submissions, so you need to keep applying, following-up, finding more jobs and applying some more. Successful home-based employees find their jobs by never giving up the search.

With hundreds of employers looking for qualified home-based workers, the would-be telecommuter has many opportunities to find a job. However, like traditional jobs, work-at-home jobs are earned by showcasing skills and experiences.

7 ways a more aggressive job search produces better results

Job — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 02:55:44 +0000

Is your job search producing lackluster results at best? Don't settle for a job search that just creeps along! Instead, consider taking a more aggressive approach to take fuller advantage of high performing tactics.

You need to know that an aggressive job search techniques are unconventional, often radical, and always strategic. And they work! They outperform traditional job search strategies in 7 key ways:

(1) Make your aggressive tactics proactive: If you have been in the job market very long this is the way it is typically done. Traditionally you submit your resume and cover letter, then passively sit back and wait for a call. Hopefully to an interview. But in an aggressive job search, you set the pace for your campaign through weekly networking calls or emails. These should include weekly follow-up contacts with hiring managers that you have sent your email and cover letter to. These will include both posted or anticipated job openings. By making 10 - 15 such calls each week, you can increase the pace of your results. And affect your search exponentially.

(2) Target your aggressive job search tactics: If you spend all your time only seeking online job postings, then you're missing out on all kinds of highly targeted job leads. Instead focus on specific industries, employers, geographic areas, and position types to help you magnify the number of interviews and job offers you receive. Don't make the mistake of applying for everything you see. Doing that may make you feel productive, but such a shot-gun approach to job searching ultimately fails to help you secure the position you desire. For several years I was in sales and the companies I worked for pushed cold calling. I hate cold calling because it is unproductive. So I focused in applying the above techniques to sales. They worked. I was always way ahead of my peers who spent their time cold calling.

(3) Aggressive job search tactics are consistent: If you sit back and wait for the interesting jobs to show up on job boards and in ads, you are guaranteeing failure or at best prolonging the agony of job searching.

If you submit 8-10 resumes in some weeks, say, and only 1-2 in others, then you are setting yourself up for failure. However by leveraging an aggressive job search will enable you to consistently submit 25 or more resumes per week, which in turn will produce a regular series of job interviews. And a series of interviews boosts your odds of receiving one or more job offers. That’s the plan after all, isn’t it?

(4) Aggressive job search tactics are customized: No matter how you figure, a job search is something of a numbers game just as it is in the sales scenario I mentioned above. The philosophy behind traditional job search tactics of blasting your resume to hundreds of employers all at once, is a job is a job, is a job. But that leaves no room for you to target specific industry segments or position types. A more aggressive job search technique will stress your individuality by weaving your personality and career-related values into your resume, cover letter, and interview responses that boosts the odds that hiring managers looking for someone like you will actually find you. If you read through the articles on our website ResumeHelpBlog.com you will find that is our basic philosophy because all jobs are not created equal.

(5) Aggressive job search tactics are free or low-cost: If you took advantage of all the job search offers available on the Internet, you could easily spend hundreds and possibly thousands of dollars, and still see little to no positive results. The good news, though, is that by using an aggressive job search technique by their very nature either free or extremely low-cost.

Top 3 sources to find the best jobs in ireland

Job — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 01:10:04 +0000

Owing to the economic slowdown, there are job cuts everywhere. Many people around the planet have become jobless due to the downturn of economic conditions. This situation isn’t much different in Ireland. Finding the best jobs in Ireland will be neck breaking in the present scenario. Though the statistics indicate that there will be lots of employment opportunities available in Ireland in near future, finding a job in Ireland today to survive the toughest economic condition is an uphill task. The Galway Jobs, Cork Jobs, Limerick Jobs, Sales Jobs and Marketing Jobs are very popular in Ireland. Thankfully, finding jobs in Ireland can be much easier if you know the right sources to search for it. This article is all about the 3 best sources to find the jobs in Ireland.

The Employment Opportunity sites

One of the sources to look for job opportunities in Ireland is the employment opportunity sites. There are countless numbers of employment opportunity websites available today, where you can search and spot any job of your preference. However, there is a flood of employment opportunity sites in the Internet and there are some scams too. Hence you need to be very careful when searching for Ireland Jobs in these employment opportunity websites.

Opting the Job Consultancies

With the huge demand for aspiring careers in Ireland and the lack of employment opportunities, lots of job consultancies have popped up, promising to get you into aspiring careers. The job consultancies will be the great options to find the Jobs in Ireland if you can pay them a nominal fee. These consultancies will collect the cash for the sake of registration and they will provide you job alerts for the subscribed period. There are many fake job consultancies who tried to take advantage of the job demand, so you should make sure that the job consultancy you are dealing with is genuine.

The Ireland Information sites

The information sites are the best sources to look for Jobs in Ireland. Unlike the job consultancies, you can search and find Ireland jobs for free through these Ireland information portals. Moreover, you can find the detailed information about the hiring company and its location. Some of the Ireland information portals like eBookIreland will have all the most wanted information such as hotels, restaurants, car hires and the employment opportunities in Ireland. These information sites will act as guides for your travel to Ireland in search of a Job. You can also plan your accommodation by booking the Ireland hotels through these sites.

Comparing all the above mentioned sources for finding the best job in Ireland, the Ireland Information sites are found to be the best.

Jobs for fresh graduates

Job — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 23:51:08 +0000

For fresh graduates, finding a job at the right place is the ultimate dream. Freshers look out for opportunities through campus placements, job sites, newspapers and recruitment agencies. Entry level jobs are offered by all industries. IT, ITeS, Retail, HR, pharma, marketing and other industries have jobs for fresh graduates. However, in times of recession, it becomes an uphill task to find a job if you are a graduate and are looking for an entry level job. At such times, graduates have to put in a lot of extra effort to convince the recruiter to hire them.

Though BPOs and the outsourcing companies have always readily absorbed fresh graduates, in difficult economic times, the hiring budgets shrink and it becomes difficult to get a job. However, IT companies are opting to hire fresh graduates and train them in-house rather than hiring experienced people on higher salaries. So, there are opportunities in the market still but one has to look for the right vacancies in the right companies.

Earlier, it was considered easier for IT graduates to find job but now new career fields have opened up for fresh non-technical graduates. It is no longer just call centres that offer jobs to entry level recruits but also fields such as retail. With big players springing up on the retail scene in India, job opportunities for graduates are set to multiply. Also, there are a wide range of opportunities in the hospitality sector, with fast food chains in the sales and customer care functions, in insurance and advertising sector and with MNCs.

However, in recession time, graduates should keep their salary expectations at modest levels and should focus on finding a stable job first. The priority should be given to gaining relevant experience in the field they want to grow as whenever the market opens up, they can cash in on the valuable experience that they gain now.

The ITeS industry does not just mean call centres. It has a lot more than that to offer. Outsourcing is done for many processes such as finance, HR (human resource), administration, healthcare, customer interaction services, technical support, telecommunication, manufacturing, medical transcription, back office operations etc. So, there are ample opportunities for graduates of different industries in these services.

In the insurance sector also, there are huge opportunities coming up. It is an untapped market and once the conditions stabilize, this sector will see a huge surge. In advertising also, there are a lot of entry-level job profiles. Fresh graduates are required in departments such as client servicing, creative department, media department, production, television and film, photography, market research, exhibition and event management, promotion and direct marketing.

So, the bottom line is that there are a lot of avenues open for fresh graduates but they must hone their skills and market themselves as better candidates in front of the employer. Jobseekers must identify the skills for the kind of jobs that they are looking for and spruce up those skills. This could include soft skills, computer proficiency, etc. Experts suggest that graduates should not take a vacation after college if they want to land a good job. Generally, it should not take more than three to six months to land a satisfactory job. Networking, keeping in touch with seniors is also a good way to land jobs. Some students get jobs through campus placements but not all are so lucky. Others have to try out all ways to find a job. One should not lose hope if good jobs don’t come by initially. Patience and effort in the right direction are important. Getting advice from seniors and keeping a tab on the news and information from the job market also helps.

Boost job search success with a strategic self-marketing plan

Job — Sat, 13 Nov 2010 21:50:42 +0000

The rules of the job search have changed considerably in recent years. It's not enough to be the most qualified candidate for the job. Successful job candidates understand that in addition to "having the goods," they need to know their "buyer," and how to sell to them. Think it sounds crass to compare a job candidate's skills and experience to consumer goods? It isn't. Rather, it accurately reflects the reality of the current job market.

Positioning Yourself to Get Noticed in a Crowded Job Market

The current job market is far more favorable for employers than it is for the average job hunter. An employer may receive hundreds of resumes in response to a single ad. The employer can then cherry-pick applicants with the experience, education, and skills they are seeking. So, how will you get noticed in a crowded job market? A strategic self-marketing plan will position you to get maximum exposure and boost your job search success, even in a highly-competitive job market.

Think about the last time that you walked into a grocery store. The top name brands with big budgets occupy the shelves at eye-level. The store brand sits right next to them with labels that proclaim that they are comparable to your favorite brand. On the lower levels you'll find the bargain brands. Which are you?

The top brand that commands top dollar?
The generic store brand that promises to do everything the top brand does, but for a lot less?
Or, the unknown, discount brand that easily goes unnoticed?

Before you respond, consider the quality of your current marketing efforts in your job search and how you are presenting yourself to potential employers in your resume and during interviews. A well-constructed, well-executed plan will position you to get noticed by potential employers, much like those national brands which occupy an optimal position on the shelf at the grocery store. Your strategic self-marketing plan should take into account all aspects of your job search - from the strategies used to the information included in your cover letter, resume, and other job search marketing documents. Taking a proactive approach to your job search can help you avoid many of the pitfalls that job seekers encounter:

A prolonged job search - now averaging more than four months.
The frustration of pouring endless hours into minimally effective job search methods.
Time wasted pursuing jobs that aren't a good fit.
An aimless job search that yields minimal results.

Job hunters typically favor the path of least resistance. Countless hours surfing online job boards and replying to newspaper ads coupled with the occasional job fair is a common theme for many of the frustrated job hunters I encounter. Unfortunately, these preferred job search methods are not the way that employers prefer to hire. Employers prefer to find new employees much the same way that we, as consumers, would look for a plumber, dentist, real estate agent, or hair stylist: through referrals.

A successful strategic self-marketing plan will take into consideration how employers prefer to hire; your unique career profile; your industry; and your personal situation. It will typically employ a mix of job search strategies rather than rely solely on a single method. This mix should allow you to tap into both the published and unpublished job market - where the vast majority of available jobs can be found.

Tapping into the Unpublished Job Market