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Job Search Strategies
What advice would I give to clients who have lost their jobs
or who may be gearing up for a job search? Through the years, I have observed
that clients who make successful career transitions tend to have a few things in
common.
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They network constantly and effectively.
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They can sell themselves and clearly articulate
how they can help a future employer.
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They use social networking tools (e.g. LinkedIn,
Facebook, Twitter) to connect with people in their industry and to build their credibility.
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They read career and professional development
books, blogs, and articles. They attend professional development and career
related workshops and seminars.
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They act quickly and with urgency to gain an
edge over other candidates.
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They take care of themselves physically,
emotionally, and intellectually so that they can put their best foot forward.
Attitude is everything.
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They revise and improve their job search
self-marketing pieces (e.g. resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile).
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They remain flexible and look at all
opportunities.
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They are conscious of projecting a professional
image.
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They practice interviewing skills.
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They can confidently answer why they are no
longer employed or looking for a new opportunity with a positive spin.
Below are some helpful articles and links.
- Job Seekers: Stop Kidding
Yourself
- 18 Things Your Mama Never
Told You about Looking for Work, According to Those Looking For it
- Job Seekers: 10 Questions
to Ask Yourself
- Job Seekers: Rituals and
Habits to Speed Up Your search
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