Tips for Job Hunting in Today's Market?
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I would recommend having a resume that it easy to read and well worded. List your resume on various job posting websites such as; Monster.com. There are several searches you can do on-line for your specific field of interest also. Then of course there is always the help wanted section of your local newspaper. It would also benefit you to have a cover letter and references prepared in case they are requested by a company or to post with your resume. Make sure that you focus on your strong points that are suited for the job you are applying for; this is because these employers are probably looking at several resumes at a time and you want yours to stand out.  Best of luck!
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Anything with programming should help. Research job sites like monster, dice, hotjobs, vault, allamericanjobs to see what seems to be in demand at the time you are looking to come.
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I am a vocational consultant and everyday I work to help people find jobs.  Here's what it comes down to;  Don't be afraid to call or talk to anybody.  Often finding a job is a numbers game.  Contact as many employers as you can.  By phone, by email, online.  Send out as many resumes (don't forget a good cover letter) as you can.  In interviews, it is important to be professional and likable at the same time.  Don't be afraid to utilize your schools resources.  Most schools have a career center or some sort of career services.  Certainly some are more helpful than others, but it is definitely worth your time to register with them and see if they can help you.  \nChecking out some career websites (monster.com, careerbuilder.com) can be helpful but some of them are also worthless.  Check out a few of the sites and determine which one tends to offer the most positions in your field.   Best of Luck to you!
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I am currently looking for a new position in the Chicago to Madison, WI area, and I have to say this is a different approach to marketing yourself, but...  if you are not getting results why don't you try having a professional write your resume, normally the rates are discounted for graduates with little experience.  Or try building yourself a website and using some simple and free techniques to help employers find you, I have found that to be the most effective for myself.  Also, hook up with a recruiter (one that doesn't charge you but is paid by the client), be exclusive, and be patient.  Hope this helps.
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Yes - just try something simple like Monster or Career Builder.  Monster lets you specify areas around the country right off the bat when you start your search.
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Remember when you are "unemployed" your most important job is to work for YOURSELF.  In other words, spend the same amount each day looking for work as you did working for someone else.\n\nWith so many out of work, it won't be easy.  Use every resource available to you, and find help in the search box of your computer, not only job listings, but job hunting tips.\n\nDon't forget to visit your local colleges and use their job search office (postings are often put up on a board).\n\nI wish you speedy good luck!!
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Dear Patrick\nNow that the job market is finally looking up, it's the perfect time to seek out new opportunities. This spring you need to shake off that "lucky I even have a job" mentality, polish up your resume, and explore your career options! There are fun, flexible, fantastic jobs out there just waiting for someone like you!\nNow, get out there and pound the pavement. Beat on some doors until you latch onto that incredible dream job you always wanted! \n(I heard the Dearborn area is a great place to promote tourism?)\n-Kenny
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Dear jillian,\nNow that the job market is finally looking up, it's the perfect time to seek out new opportunities. This spring you need to shake off that "lucky I even have a job" mentality, polish up your resume, and explore your career options! There are fun, flexible, fantastic jobs out there just waiting for someone like you!\nNow, get out there and pound the pavement. Beat on some doors until you latch onto that incredible dream job you always wanted! \n(I heard the Georgia area is a great place to promote tourism?)\n-austin
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The job market is saturated right now (more applicants than jobs). Keep looking, something will come along.
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Your odds of receiving a job just replying to classifieds are poor. The odds of only using company websites are even worse. Your not kissing up to people by getting to know them and asking about thier company. Talk to people you know, and ask to be introduced to people they know. Have 3 or 4 good questions to ask about a company, this will help you build a relationship with them. Your resume cannot say nearly as much about you as you can by knowing someone. Would you rather higher a stranger that seems qualified on paper, or someone similar that you know you can trust? Also, send out as many mailings as you can, they're cheap, you might get lucky.
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The most important thing to remember about job searches is that you should use a combination of methods regardless of your location.\n\n    Networking - Register at your local Unemployment Office (you don't need to be on unemployment to register for their assistance). They often will have networking groups on a regular basis. They also are a good source for the jobs that never show up in the paper or online.\n\n    Check your local paper -- In many cases the paper's classified are now online.  One word of caution -- sometimes not all ads are in the online edition of the classifieds. \n\n    Search Smart Online -- If you don't have a lot of time, spend most of your time at sites that aggregate the job feeds from several job search engines. Prominently these include indeed.com and thingamajob.com.\n\n    Organization -- I am the lead developer of a free online application that allows you to track your ads, jobs you apply for, send or print mail merged correspondence, and track your job search history. This site is jobsearchlog.com \n\nBest of Luck,\n\nMichael
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"Good" jobs are everywhere, but they are also likely to attract a lot of high-quality candidates. In addition to applying for them, you should also pay attention to problems that companies are experiencing in their IT department.\n\nPropose a solution, and offer to work on contract so they see what you are capable of.\n\nIn other words, try to find problems then try to solve them. This will require that you talk to a lot of people and network aggressively.\n\nDon't look for "jobs", look for "problems." If you can solve problems, companies sometimes will create a job for you. A job, in fact, is only a problem that is persistent.\n\nI advise and coach people on career strategies, and I always tell them to look for problems to which they can offer solutions. Companies just love problem-solving people!\n\nOn the other hand, companies and HR people are not too crazy about "job seekers." So it's better to position yourself as a solution person, and be ready to explain what kind of solution you are offering to companies.
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Hi,  \n\n   The most important thing to remember about job searches is that you should use a combination of methods regardless of your location.\n\n    Networking - Register at your local Unemployment Office (you don't need to be on unemployment to register for their assistance). They often will have networking groups on a regular basis. They also are a good source for the jobs that never show up in the paper or online.\n\n    Check your local paper -- In many cases the paper's classified are now online.\n\n    Search Smart Online -- If you don't have a lot of time, spend most of your time at sites that aggregate the job feeds from several job search engines. Prominently these include indeed.com and thingamajob.com.\n\n    Organization -- I am the lead developer of a free online application that allows you to track your ads, jobs you apply for, send or print mail merged correspondence, and track your job search history. This site is jobsearchlog.com \n\nGood Luck,\n\nMichael\n\n    http://indeed.com\n    http://thingamajob.com\n    http://jobsearchlog.com
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*Get your resume ready and post it on Monster.com.  \n\n*Go online and search the job postings in your local newspaper\n\n*Research companies that you'd like to work for, go to their website and find their 'job opportunities' link -- most companies have this posted online nowadays.  \n\nThen submit your resume to them even though they may not be looking to fill your type of position yet.  Most companies keep a file of resumes as they receive them and when a position needs to be filled you'll be ahead of the game!
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I job will not just come to you - you have to make an effort to look for one.\n\nPosting to job and career sites is a start.\nSo is asking others for tips on jobs that match your career interests: ask them who is hiring in particular fields. Ask for pointers, and references as applicable.\n\nThat will get you closer to landing a job.\nIn US, it is illegal for an employer to ask someone's age, so you don't need to volunteer that info. In other countries, ask around for what is customary and appropriate.
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Hope these job websites beneficial to you.\nhttp://www.usejob.com\nhttp://hotjobs.yahoo.com\nhttp://www.craigslist.org
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Network, network, network - and not with other unemployed job hunters either!  Use every person you've ever met who has a friend/relative/acquaintence in Chicago to give you names of real people.  Contact them and ask about their business, if it's expanding, and who might be a good person to talk to if want to learn more about their area of expertise.  Also look for seminars or meetings in the industry and if they're open to the public, attend and start working the room.\n\nConfining a job search to interenet or newpaper postings is one of the worst mistakes a job hunter can make.  Most jobs are filled through referrals and word of mouth.  Make sure someone's talking about you!