10 Important Data to Know About Getting a New Job

Looking at getting a new job? Where do you start? A majority of people looking for jobs do so in an disorganized fashion. The general sequence of failed job searches goes like this:

a) The job seeker Googles the type of work he would like to do i.e. “sales manager”, “interior designer”, “web designer” etc.

b) Google gives a list of companies related to this subject. The job seeker writes down the contact details

c) He/she contacts each one and asks the receptionist if there are any vacancies.

d) The receptionist (getting calls like this all day) is frustrated by the non-work related call and either sends the job seeker away or refers them elsewhere.

e) This goes on and on the the job seeker goes into apathy, thinking that no one wants them.

What’s the mistake here?

Answer: Lack of organized sequences and understanding of what is wanted from companies or recruiters.

The correct sequence in looking for a job goes like this:

1. Have a professional CV.

Having a professional CV ready and available to submit is the most important part of any job enquiry. A CV must follow exact rules and have a good visual layout. It must not be too long or even too short and must be truthful. If you have any problem in writing your own CV you can ask a professional CV writer to assist you.

2. Creating a professional cover letter.

The cover letter is a letter that accompanies your CV when you apply for a job and is important because it shows immediately that you are a professional. THe cover letter gives a brief introduction about you, want you are looking for and refers to the attached CV. If done correctly, a cover letter will create a good impact on the recruiter or hiring company.

3. Sourcing potential employers.

Once you have the above checked off you should now utilize the power of the web to find the job you want. There are hundreds of job search related websites or newspapers with available job sections. Find at least a dozen you are interested in and collect all of their contact information.

4. Work hard on your search and submissions.

When the points 1, 2 and 3 are done you should start sending your CVs everywhere. It is not always easy to get an answer or get through so you have to work hard at it and not back off because of some minor failure or turndown. If you feel you are getting nowhere then review points 1, 2 and 3 above until you have them nailed. Does the cover letter communicate well? Is the CV professional? Did you send your CV randomly about or to the people you really want to work with?

5. Interview Preparation.

Once you have been contacted and an job interview is required, preparation for this interview is absolutely vital. You should practice the interview with a friend or family member who takes the role of the recruiter and asks you some standard questions like, “Tell me about yourself” or, “Why should I hire you?” Knowing exactly what to say before the interview is crucial for a successful job interview. If you want to be completely sure of yourself you can even get job interview coaching from a professional agency.

6. Dress well.

Another key part is your appearance during the interview. Dress well and professional so that you create a good impression for the interviewer.

7. Look smart and present yourself in a positive manner during the interview.

Is really important that during the interview you look like you know what you are talking about. You will give a bad impression about your own personal certainty if you appear to be having a difficult time explaining yourself or if you stumble too much in the interview.

8. Follow-up your interview.

Now You have had the interview and you are waiting anxiously by the phone. Well, don’t tear your hair out. The best approach in any field is to have abundance so that you can pick and choose. Sometimes you can even ask the interviewer when a decision will be made and agree on a date to be informed of a decision. Meanwhile, get out there and find another job interview to go to and submit your CV and start the above steps all over again. Thus, point 9 below.

9. Do not give up.

Do not give up if you did not get the job or hear back from the recruiters. Start again from point 4 above, work hard and persist. Employers like people that work hard so if you show this attitude in your job search you will always get what you want.

10. Be successful in anything you do