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A friend of mine (let’s call him Phil) just started his job search and he asked me to review his
While
“While you may have all good intentions in launching your search, a poorly executed plan will most likely have you chasing hundreds of leads without any real benefit.” – Reasons to Use a Recruitment Agency
There are many reasons to launch a
No matter how urgent your need to find a new job may seem, you will save tons of time and aggravation if you first spend a little time planning out your job search approach.
Tweet ThisThis article is the first in a series of “lessons” to help you create and execute
Your job search Plan
You can’t execute on a plan if you don’t have one. Don’t worry, this is not about spending all of your time creating a plan, but you do need to know how, where and what you will do in
What You Will Need:
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Documents you will need (
your job search marketing plan ):resume (s) – Probably more than one, more on this in Creating a Modern Resume.- Supporting documents – A shortlist of
your resume (company names, education, and internships with start and end dates) - Cover Letters
- Thank You notes
A complete guide to finding a job online explains how to find the thousands of job listings on the Web, use the leading career websites, create an electronic resume and cover letter, research companies via the Internet, find online contacts and network, and more.
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Lists you will create:
- Your strengths and weaknesses
- Jobs you are qualified to apply for
- Companies where you would like to work (including those that are in your industry)
- Your Network (friends, family, current and former coworkers)
- Recruiters for your industry/field
- Job search boards (keep this list short)
- References
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Other actions you will take:
- Utilize your College Career Office (tons of resources)
- Build and leverage your network (friends, family,
linkedin , etc.) - Prepare your marketing materials (Resume, Cover Letters, interview questions)
- Prepare your
marketing plan (companies, recruiters, job boards, etc.)
Where to Start:
Your first step will be to create some of your lists (see below). This will enable you to create a
Step 1 – Make a list of jobs you are qualified to apply for. This should include jobs that are at your current level as well as the next level up.
Resources:
→ Aptitude Test Practice – Prepare yourself with
→ Job Search Marketing Toolkit
Step 2 – Research companies where you would like to work (and that have your type of job). Make a list and prioritize (favorite to least favorite).
Resources:
→ How to Build a Job Search – Company Research
→ 8 Resources to Help Find the Right Company for Your Next Job
Step 3 – Create or update
Resources:
→ Free Resume Evaluation Service
→ CVs Made Easy
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