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The Job Hunt
It’s
a jungle out there! Knowing how and where to start your job
hunt can be helpful !
MAKING CONTACT
One of
the most important techniques to master when you are looking
for work is making contact with as many people, companies
and potential employers as possible. Spread the news about
who you are and what kind of job you are seeking. You can
send your message verbally or in writing.
CONTACTING
THE EMPLOYER DIRECTLY
There are three ways to make contact with potential employers.
Each method has advantages that may help you get the job.
THE HIDDEN JOB MARKET
Did you
know that only approximately 15% of available jobs are actually
advertised? Obviously it will take more that searching through
the classifieds section to find a job in today’s market.
Don’t
be discouraged. There are many ways to tap into the other
85% of those hidden jobs. Wondering how to do that? Put on
your investigative cap and read on! Below are techniques you
can use to gather information and increase your chances of
landing a job… Learn how to tap into the hidden
job market!
THE INTERNET &
ONLINE JOB SEARCHING
The
use of technology continues to become more predominant in
today’s job market. This technology can be an extremely
useful tool for your job search.
The internet
allows you to:
- Search
through job postings on-line Apply
directly to job openings Post
your resume
- Research
a company which may be helpful in an interview
UNSURE
ABOUT USING THE INTERNET FOR JOB SEARCHING?
Using
the internet for job searching can be difficult. Here are
some helpful links that might be able to clarify questions
you may have, provide some helpful hints and list other resources
you may want to use in getting started on the internet.
ON-LINE
JOB POSTINGS
Take a
look at the Mazemaster’s Job
Posting section for links to online job postings websites.
NOT
CONNECTED TO THE INTERNET?
If you
don’t have access to a computer or the internet, there
are Employment Resource Centres, various Community Agencies
and your local library where you can access the internet free
of charge.
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