6 Essential Job Hunting Tips!

In which we share 6 essential tips to help you find a job!

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[rebeccaoratto]

How do you gain experience to get the job without the job because you don't have experience?

[KathyClysm]

My personal strategy is to send my CV to any company that interests me. In my country (Austria), it's quite common that an internship or job opening isn't online, simply because the HR department hasn't had the time to post it yet. If you're lucky, you can get an accidental head start and maybe even be the only person they interview for the position. Granted, with this strategy, you will be rejected a lot (obviously), but you'll also be on a short list of sorts should there ever be an opening you're suitable for.
Also, don't expect to land your dream job right away, especially if you don't actually have any practical experience in your field. Also, don't just sit around at home while you're applying for jobs. Work in retail or service, maybe as a waiter or cashier, until you find what you're looking for. Future employers will appreciate that you weren't just gaming at home all the time - plus, big empty periods in your CV are often hard to explain in interviews.

[MedousaChan]

Be careful with job posting websites. If you upload your CV on your profile and you receive emails from companies you have not applied to, always check online what the company is (obviously) and what other people say about it. My partner got an email from a company that was recruiting for 'salespeople' for another company (Bell, if you're in QC/Canada). It was a very pyramidal, door-to-door position where you would be paid only for what you sold to people. We found dozens of people who had the same experience, some of them who went pretty far in the company before quitting. Very shady thing for such a tiring job.

[funzo]

Be open to "tweaking" your resume, too. If you really want a shot at that job 30 miles away and have a relative or friend who lives in that area, use their address on your resume. An employer almost always prefers local applicants and (especially if it's a relative's house) it's perfectly legit.

[poniesgirl]

If you are a university student, your school likely has a career centre that provides resources for students & recent grads. I have attended a few workshops put on by my university's career centre and they've been quite helpful - topics include resume writing, choosing the right career for you, how to land an interview (first impressions), workplace conflict resolution and the list goes on. they even offer one on one appointments where you can get your resume critiqued or even do a mock interview

[LissEm]

A good tip is to never be afraid of being insistent. If you already sent your application online and you haven't heard anything in some time, you can try showing up at the place and leaving a paper copy of your resume.

[Moose]

askamanager.org is a FANTASTIC blog with lots of job hunting advice. Everyone should check it out!

[MorningstarVODS]

It is a good idea to look at google map and see all the local businesses in your area so you can know what you might want.

[TheDajamster]

Here's how I got many of my previous jobs: After submitting the application, I'd show up briefly, every Monday, at about the same time. I'd pop in with my brightest smile and a cheerful greeting, asking if they have any openings this week. They eventually took the hint.

[margaretguillory]

There are often job hunting support groups that can really be an asset when job hunting. Check these out. Not only do they often have job leads, they can help you with resume critiques, analyze your interviewing skills, and generally keep your spirits up.

[dianas]

I love this! And I'll probably start working on all of these (specially the linked in bit) as soon as I'm done with exams, but do you guys have any tips for people with no experience? And I mean that litteraly, I've been luckily (or unluckily depending on how you look at it) very sheltered and haven't had to work so far in my life, but I want to build my resume for when I graduate... so any tips? ;-;

[amiablehacker]

Hey I'm looking for a job. Good to know I'm already doing it right. MY TIP: Apply for all jobs you *think* you qualify for. If something seems a little out of your skill set but the job interests you, apply anyway! You never know!

[karytong]

These tips were all super helpful, but I think that one more very important part is to stay organized. With all the different applications sent to different sites, it's easy to lose track and get confused. There is this app called Sizigi which has a job application tracker, allowing you to type your application plans and stay organized which is super awesome! In addition to this, it is an online portfolio where you can post your works and pitches to stand out to hiring managers. Good luck to all job hunters out there!

[samanderson]

Several of the professional colleagues I've spoken to have stated that an employee recommendation places a higher scrutiny flag on the recommended worker. These are at high profession positions so perhaps there is a split? Just passing on what I've heard from several reliable sources.

[WilliamJakespeareProps]

I totally have a linkedin account just so employers look there before youtube facebook and twitter.

[Crystalvampire]

If you have a job centre or a public job board in town definitely make use of it. Head out with some spare resumes and check for listings

[shubhamchoudhary]

sir please tell me how to get job in research and development dipartment for mechanical engineer

[rachaelm]

When it comes to reworking your resume for each job, it can help to check out the company's website. From there you can incorporate the business's key terms and emphasize your most relevant skills. The core of your resume will stay the same, but by touching up the details you'll stand out even more. Added bonus: researching the company will also pay dividends when you interview for the position.

[LoeneI]

You do know that I'll be expecting a catchprhase by video 100, right?

[electricEntity]

That Donald Duck is really distracting