1st & 2nd: Step to Finding a Job

Why hello there!



As mentioned before I'm going to blog my experience in finding a job and try to help out my fellow job seekers out there. Of course, I'm not guranteeing anyone that you'll find a job by following my basic guide but it will definitely do more good than harm. Throughout my blog posts, I'll include some descriptions of why each step is crucial and how it will benefit you.



So what's the first step in getting back into the work force?



Letting EVERYONE around you know that you are looking for work.



One of the most important things that people will repeatedly tell you is the importance of dun dun dun NETWORKING. Hahaha, I bet you knew that was coming but trust me, 48% of people land a job by networking. Now that is some high statistics.



Here are the rest of stats of how people land a job:

Open Market - 5%

Open Market are through advertisments, newspapers, and the Internet.

Contacting Companies Directly - 24%

This is when job seekers cold calls company either asking if there are any job opportunities and etc.

Employment Agencies - 23%

This % will include college career centers and other types of employment centers.

My Progress: I've contacted several people letting them know that I am on the lookout for a Full-time job, as well as some family members. :) However, I will admit that they don't seem very responsive it's definitely better than nothing. Even if they can offer advice it is definitely very valuable.







Second Step!



Giving your resume a makeover. This is definitely crucial and should take a lot of your time and effort because your resume is a representation of you. I was a recruiter for about 8 months so I've done my share of looking through and sorting through resumes. I can't stress enough how important your resume is because I see a lot of these minor errors that are just so frustrating and careless. Truth be told, it really makes you look bad. Spelling errors and formating is definitely preventable.

Now I'm not saying that your resume should look amazing, well it should but if you are in a rush to find a job as long as it is presentable it's fine. As long as it is error free, formatting isn't off, and it's readable you are on the right track. Also, bonus points if you can navigate through your resume easily if a recruiter is looking at your resume and is trying to figure it out. Chances are they don't have that kind of time and will pass up your resume.


Well there you go, take a few days to let everyone you know that you are looking for work and start tweaking your resume!



If you have any questions or comments please feel free to let me know, I am definitely open to any type of criticism and willing to give any advice :)


Enjoy!