Sunday 13 December 2015

A Wealth Of Websites To Find Jobs In The Computer Age

By Sandra O'neil


The Internet has changed the way people look for employment. If you have not tried to find jobs for twenty years, you may have a lot to learn about how the process works in the wifi world of today. Finding a job is only half the battle. It all seems like a lot of busy work until you actually land a job. This is why landing a job etiquette will be a part of this discussion.

A good place to start is with your resume, because you will need one with every application you complete. There are Internet resume experts who will help you create a resume that employers find appealing. Going through this process will automatically link you to a multitude of Internet job finders who will send you daily emails regarding potential employment.

Local staffing agencies can also be useful. These agencies vet prospective employees and do a lot of work for the employer. For this reason, some employers will only hire through a staffing agency. You stand a pretty good chance of at least getting an interview. Even if you do not get hired, the interview is an opportunity to practice your self presentation skills. Making a good impression could create a future employment opportunity.

In addition to staffing agencies which typically fill entry level to mid level positions, there are professional job finders, sometimes referred to as head hunters which assist with executive level positions. If you are searching for a position at the executive level, head hunters are your best chance. Often these jobs are not included in other resources.

Type the words professional job finders in your browser and it will return employment firms that call themselves recruitment and career placement. A deeper search for the top ten recruitment agencies will provide information and reviews about the firms, which help you know which ones to contact.

If you are already employed at a company with many employees and positions, review the job boards for job vacancies on a regular basis. This is the best opportunity for finding work, because the employer already knows you and your work ethic. At the very least you will be able to interview for the job and make another good impression.

Job search engines are another resource for finding employment. You can narrow your search to accounting, administrative and other areas where you have experience. You can also narrow your search to the geographic area where you want to find employment.

Social media sites are excellent professional links to job opportunities. There is an employment section on each site which uses the profile you created to present positions that fit into your skill level and experience. The more networking you do on these sites the greater the chance you have of knowing someone working at a company with an open position.

Regardless of what paths you take to locate employment, set a high standard for yourself to always behave professionally. For every online application you complete, follow up with hard copies of your resume and cover letter. If you have interviews, they should be followed up the next day with a well written thank you note. The process can be tedious, but patience and persistence will eventually get the desired result, employment.




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