Beginning your job search
	Dressing For Success In Your Job Hunt
	Emphasizing Your Accomplishments
	How To Land The Job Of Your Dreams
	How To Secure The Job You Really Want
	How To Select Your Professional References
	Leaving Your Current Role Is Never Easy
	Marketing Your Candidacy Effectively
	Planning For A Job Search
	Quantifying Your Achievements
	Securing References, Tips For Reference Success

Making the assumption that the aim of a successful job search is to secure a position is not entirely true. To be successful in any job search, you must secure a position that suits you and your personal requirements.

Define the type of organization or environment in which you choose to work. Consider all aspects of the business that will specifically impact you, i.e. Management Structure, Culture, Location, Products, Services, Size amongst others.

Consider the factors that personally influence you and analyze the considerations that would make it a perfect role.

Once all these considerations have been reviewed and you are satisfied with your answers you may begin to formulate and construct your resume in a manner, which allows you to target the correct job market.

Do not be under any false illusions; a job is not just a job. To be successful you must be 100% motivated to perform effectively and to gain the type of job satisfaction you deserve.

Bearing in mind that there will never be one specific job made just for you, give yourself the scope to locate a position that meets your needs. Format your resume so that it may define your suitability for a variety of roles based on your skills and personal attributes.

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Dressing For Success In Your Job Hunt

You can have an exceptional resume, a stellar employment history, and outstanding skills, but when you walk into an interview, unless your physical appearance speaks those traits, you will not be taken seriously. The wrong choice of clothing may very well cost you a position, while on the other hand; the right clothes may place you a step ahead of the crowd. It is imperative to dress for success in your job search.

Everyone cannot be talented in all areas. If your ability to match outfits and accessories is lacking, go get help. It is not a personal shortcoming, simply a fact of life. Most retailers will help you pick out clothes, shoes, and other accessories to assure you look your best when you leave your house. Utilize their fashion knowledge. You should also avoid the following mistakes at all costs.

Mistake #1 - One of the most common mistakes women make in dressing for a job hunt is wearing sexy clothes or clothing that is somewhat suggestive. There is a very fine line women must walk. While you want to look your best and accentuate your best features, you have to be very careful not to give the wrong impression. There is a time and place for those kinds of clothes and a job interview is not it.

Mistake #2 - Another mistake some women make is wearing too much makeup or jewelry. You want to do you best to look nice, but do not let nervousness cloud your judgment. Too much jewelry is distracting and does not look professional. On the same token, too much makeup will cause you to not be taken seriously. If you need help with your makeup, there are plenty of retailers willing to provide assistance in this area.

Mistake #3 - This is one for men and women - do not go to a job interview looking unkempt. Wrinkled clothes, disheveled hair, or general untidiness will absolutely cost you a job.

Mistake #4 - It is impossible to wear white socks with dress clothes and not look fashion-challenged. You may notice there are no white dress socks; there is a reason for that. Buy brown or black if you are uneasy matching other colors or ask for help.

Mistake #5 - Clothing that does not fit properly will also be distracting in a job interview. Sleeves and pant legs that are too long or short will make you appear unprofessional. Likewise, shirts that are too tight that cause gapping at the buttons are distracting and will cast you in a negative light though the interview.

Mistake #6 - While individuality is important, do not expect to get a professional job with a radical appearance. Sometimes your skills may outweigh your physical features, but this is a rare occurrence. "Professional" often means mainstream. Piercings, tattoos, and radical hair color will probably be looked upon negatively in an interview.

Mistake #7 - Try to avoid too much color or extreme color in your clothes. You do not have to dress in black, but hot pink is probably a bad choice. Likewise, neon yellow, bright orange, or anything that would qualify, as a color of highlighter should be avoided. If you are male, you may consider avoiding pink, as it seems odd to some people. The idea is to look professional and well kept, not make a fashion statement.

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Emphasizing Your Accomplishments

As you launch your job search, it is highly important that you learn to emphasize your accomplishments. After all, if you don't do it, who will? You yourself are in the best position to inform a prospective employer about your achievements. However, you might be wondering about the best method for accomplishing that feat.

Importance of your resume

Your resume should do more than just list your dates and places of employment. It should also serve as a reference for your list of accomplishments. Resist the urge to simply list your various positions. Underneath each position heading, write about your accomplishments as well as your duties. For instance, you might have been named employee of the month, or salesman of the year. These accomplishments say a great deal about your ability and your skills. In the educational section of your resume, be sure to include your academic honors, such as graduating summa cum laude. You can even include a special section indicating the awards you have received during your career. You should consider your resume to be the most authoritative record of your accomplishments to date.

The crucial cover letter
Your cover letter should also give some indication of your accomplishments. Highlight some key milestones in your career in your letter. This could help to prompt the reader to study your resume in detail. An employer may receive hundreds of cover letters requesting consideration for a particular position you can easily set yours apart by providing information about your achievements.

The all-important interview
It is also important for you to emphasize your accomplishments during your job interview. Remember, a number of interview questions could lead to a discussion of shining examples of your dedication to excellence. For instance, if you are asked about your strengths, you can indicate how some of your accomplishments demonstrate your various strengths. If you are questioned about your favorite aspects of your current job, you can mention opportunities that led to specific achievements.

Overcoming shyness
Some job applicants are reluctant to discuss their accomplishments. They fear that they might sound as if they are arrogant, or as if they are bragging. This is certainly a valid concern. You don't want to appear as if you are eager to talk about how wonderful you are. However, there is nothing wrong with telling a prospective employer what you have achieved in the past. Such achievements are actually the best evidence for predicting how you will perform on the job in the future. If necessary, you might want to practice talking about your accomplishments by recording yourself on audiotape or videotape. Pay close attention to your voice and body language. Do you tense up as you discuss your achievements? Do you look down, as if you are afraid to look the interviewer in the eye? Does your voice become soft as if you are trying not to call attention to your accomplishments? Studying an audiotape or videotape of your practice interview session could help you to perfect the art of discussing your achievements. You might be amazed at how a little bit of practice can boost your self-confidence.

Making Your Experience Count
When searching for a job, you may find that you do not have the necessary experience to meet many of the qualifications. Alternatively, you may find that no matter what your experience, employers are still not hiring you. Whatever your experience level, it is vital that you present your skills in a way that will demonstrate to the potential employer that you have what it takes to do the job. So how do you take your experience and put in on paper or talk it up so that it really counts?

Focus on Your Skills
This is especially true if you feel that you do not have much experience. You would be surprised at what you have learned in areas outside of the work place. Think about volunteer opportunities, family work, hobbies, school, and even jobs that seem to have no bearing on your current field. The skills you learned in all areas of your life are transferable to other areas. For instance, you may have been the accountant for a parenting organization or fundraiser. These accounting skills are transferable to the workplace. So, make a list of your skills. Some examples might be:

Writing

Editing

Accounting

Bookkeeping

Multi-line phone

Event planning

Marketing strategy

Sales

Customer Service

Along with this list, make a list of your personal qualities. For example, if you are good at customer service, then you are patient, dependable, and professional. After you have prepared your lists, see how you can incorporate these into your resume. If you have very little experience, try writing a functional resume rather than a chronological one. This will emphasize your skills rather than your job history. Become familiar with these attributes and emphasize them at your interview.

Demonstrate Your Abilities
Ask your potential employer for an opportunity to demonstrate your skills. If you have very little experience, ask for a working interview or an audition where you can prove to your interviewer that your skills are transferable.

Play to Your Strengths
If you have plenty of experience but it is in the wrong field or it doesn't seem to be getting the attention you think it deserves, draw out the skills you learned in each setting and emphasize those rather than the previous jobs. By creating a picture of yourself as a candidate with all the necessary skills, your experience will work for you instead of against you.

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How To Land The Job Of Your Dreams

What do you dream of doing in your career? Ice cream taste tester? High paid executive? Whatever it may be, you are capable of achieving your dream job if you go about it the right way with perseverance and determination.

The first step is to decide exactly what it is you want to do. If you do not have a clear idea, you should think more about it and come to a conclusion, even a preliminary one. You may have a list of a couple of options; that is fine also. When you know what it is you want to achieve, you should then research the position extensively. Look into any source you have available, utilizing the Internet and any other means. Once you look more into your dream job, you may decide it is not as great as it sounded. If that is the case, you can look into another option.

After you have done the research, you may have an idea how to proceed with your mission of obtaining your dream job. If you did not come across this in your research, look into it further. Find all the information you can - what the qualifications are, if there are any state requirements for the position, and how to go about obtaining the job.

If there are any education or training requirements, you should begin the process of obtaining the necessary qualifications. This will not be in vain; you should consider your dream job an inevitable conclusion you will reach once you complete the necessary steps.

You should also begin networking in the field you plan to be in soon. Valuable contacts can be made in this process as well as useful information obtained. Most organizations have membership options for people not yet in full capacity to justify full membership. Meet as many people as you can and let them know you are planning to join this field soon.

Another aspect of the dream job search is your resume. The best resumes are written and revised over time. If you feel uneasy doing this yourself, hire a professional. You want to be ready to start applying for positions and acquiring the position you want.

Once you have the required education, if applicable, you need to pursue your dream job with determination. Although it may take time, if you refuse to give up, you WILL get the job you want. Do not let doubt enter your thoughts. If failure is not an option for you, success will be the only alternative. Send out your resumes and follow up on the positions available. When you go on interviews make it apparent that you will be entering this field whether it be with the interviewing company or their competitor. Once the companies see your determination and confidence, you will see how effective this process can be.

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How To Secure The Job You Really Want

Whether you're looking for employment as an actress or an agronomist, a travel agent or a trader on the New York Stock exchange, there are some key strategies you can employ in order to secure the job you really want. The most important thing to remember, however, is that chances are you will not be able to attain your ideal position immediately. It will take some time and a great deal of initiative on your part. However, the good news is that the right job is within your reach if you're willing to do some homework first.

Determining your desires
First of all, you need to identify what you're looking for, as far as an ideal job is concerned. What kind of field would you like to work in? Would you feel claustrophobic working in an office, or does office work provide the kind of security you wish for? Are you looking for a nine-to-five job, or something with more flexible hours? Do you wish to work closely with other people, or do you prefer working alone? Believe it or not, some people embark upon a job search without really knowing what they want. If your expectations are clear, you are more likely to find the job of your dreams.

Obtaining credentials
Once you are clear about the kind of job you are looking for, you need to make sure that you have the appropriate credentials. Do you have the educational background needed for the kind of work you're pursuing? Do you have sufficient experience? In order to find the answers to these questions, you might want to consult someone who already holds the kind of job you desire. Learning how that individual landed the job could help you immensely in your own job search.

Selling yourself
Winning the job of your dreams requires the ability to sell yourself effectively. In essence, you must know how to market yourself appropriately. This means writing cover letters that specifically address the qualifications sought in a want ad. You want to be able to convince your prospective employer that you could not only do the job, but that you could do the job better than anyone else. In addition, you might want to prepare targeted resumes that address some of the specific areas mentioned in a job posting.

When you go out on a face-to-face job interview, you need to project an air of confidence. Answer the interviewer's questions in a manner that puts your qualifications in the best possible light. Also, be sure to show some enthusiasm for the company that you're interviewing with. You want to promote the idea that you could become an essential member of the company team. You might also want to prepare a list of questions ahead of time, since chances are the interviewer will want to know if you have any questions about the position. Such questions will show that you are truly interested in the job.

Finally, make sure you have a strong list of references. Stellar recommendations from your references can greatly increase your chances of securing the desired position. Employers are most likely to hire those individuals who have impressed previous bosses.

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How To Select Your Professional References

When you are in the process of a job search, you will need to not only pay special attention to your resume and cover letters, but also to your reference list. It is not suggested to submit your references with your resume; however, any time you get called for an interview this list will need to be prepared and ready to be given to your potential employer. This list will need to include the name, title, address, phone number, and email address, if available, of your references. However, when you are preparing this list, how do you decide who to include and who to leave off? What is the process in selecting your professional references?

First, you should keep in mind that three references should be sufficient. There is no reason to list everyone you have ever worked with or to think one person is adequate to inform your potential employer of your qualities. Three is a good number unless the job specifications dictate otherwise.

When you begin considering whom to add to your list, remember this is a "professional" reference list; therefore, friends or family members should not be included, even if you are hard-pressed for references. The most obvious source of references are past employers or co-workers. However, you should be careful to only include people that you know will give you a good reference. The preferred reference is someone you have kept contact with, but either way, you should contact your reference beforehand to ask their permission to include them on your list.

Another possible reference source is professors if you have recently graduated. This is often necessary if you have limited experience. Professional association contacts are a choice also. Anyone that can attest to your abilities in a professional setting is a potential reference.

As you consolidate your list and begin selecting who will make the final cut, there are a few things to consider. How will a potential employer view the reference? Someone with a poor demeanor or that may be perceived negatively should be avoided. Also, someone that has limited knowledge of your qualifications should not be included. On the other hand, if you have a really impressive contact, they may be very beneficial. What will each contact say about you? If you have a particular reference that will speak very highly of you, they may be used as opposed to a mediocre reference. Also, as stated earlier, you need to speak to your potential reference to see if they mind the position and kind of feel out what they may say about you.

Once you have completed this preliminary groundwork, you should have the information necessary to choose the best three candidates for your professional reference list. You may consider sending a short thank-you note to your references just to show your appreciation.

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Leaving Your Current Role Is Never Easy

You may have just secured the job you've been longing for. You're eager to take on a new challenge, and you realize that this may be one of the most important phases of your career. Still, you might be finding it difficult to move out of your current position. Given the opportunities ahead, how can this be?

The comfort zone
The fact is, no matter how much you look forward to the job ahead, it can be painful to leave your current job behind. That is because your present position represents comfort and security. Chances are you have invested a great deal of your time and effort in your current job. And, no matter how confident you appear to outsiders, you might be wondering whether you are prepared for new challenges.

Saying goodbye
When you leave a position, you are not simply bidding farewell to your job duties. You are also saying goodbye to your co-workers, who might have become your close friends. Certainly, you can still see your associates, once you leave your job. However, your relationships with them may change significantly because you may not be seeing them everyday. There is a certain camaraderie that develops in the workplace that is difficult to duplicate elsewhere. Therefore, when you leave a job, you are saying goodbye to a whole way of life.

A bitter parting
Leaving your current position can be difficult, even if you have not been entirely happy in your job. You may be wondering if co-workers believe that you have been forced out of your position. Your departure could lead to rumors of layoffs to come. If other departing employees have received a going away party and you haven't, you might feel demoralized. You might even wonder whether the bad feelings you've encountered in your current job will continue in your new position.

Making a smooth transition
Even though your departure may be hard, there are ways to make your transition to your new job smoother. For instance, you can make a resolution to keep in contact with the employees at your former place of employment. These get-togethers will remind you of the old times and can help you feel less lonely as you venture out into unchartered territory in your new position. Even sending an occasional card or letter to your former co-workers can help you to stay in contact with your "former life."

Another effective thing you can do is to make sure that you don't leave work unfinished at your former workplace. By ensuring that records and correspondence are up to date, you will be able to leave your department in good shape. As a result, you will be leaving your job on good terms. That could help you on down the line, if you need a recommendation for another position.

Face your fears
Leaving your job can lead to all kinds of fears, both rational and irrational. The important thing is to recognize this fact, so you can deal with your fears head-on. In this way, you will be in a better position to tackle problems at your new place of employment.

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Marketing Your Candidacy Effectively

There is no doubt that it is important that, as a job-seeker, you market your candidacy effectively. You must be pro-active in your attempt to find employment. You should, in essence, consider your job hunt to be a kind of public relations campaign. This means that you must put forth on-going efforts to ensure your long-term success.

Your resume: an effective marketing tool
One of your most effective marketing tools is your resume. Therefore, you must work to see that your resume is the most effective it can be. The content of your resume should clearly indicate your achievements and your future goals. It should emphasize outcomes and results, indicating that you are a motivated individual. Your resume should demonstrate the fact that, with each job, you've been given more responsibility. The resume should also be well-organized, so that it is easy to follow. While the resume should be straightforward, it should also provide enough description to give the appropriate context for your achievements. The layout of the resume should be professional, yet eye-catching.

Networking know-how
Another helpful method of marketing your candidacy involves networking. Your goal should be to make contact with individuals who will help you to advance in your career. This may mean joining a trade association or a civic group that will introduce you to a number of professional people. Don't be afraid to ask your contacts if they are aware of any available positions. Most people are happy to provide job leads.

Many open positions are not advertised in your local newspaper. Networking can help you to find those hard-to-find jobs jobs which might offer better compensation and benefits than positions that would be advertised in the classifieds. Your network of contacts can also help you to keep up-to-date with what's happening in your particular industry. This will make you better prepared when interview time rolls around.

Look the part
One key to marketing yourself is taking pride in your personal appearance. Whether you're a man or a woman, you should have at least a couple of high-quality "interview suits" in your wardrobe. Make sure that these suits are cleaned and pressed at all times you never know when an interview opportunity will come your way, and you want to make sure that you're ready for it. You should also have a pair of high-quality, professional-looking dress shoes to complement your outfit. Looking your best is often a key factor in marketing yourself effectively.

Generate some positive publicity
One method of marketing yourself is to promote your accomplishments. For instance, if you've been named a top seller in your company, you might consider having that fact published as a community news item in your local newspaper. Positive publicity can help to improve your name recognition if employers know about you, they are more likely to take your candidacy seriously.

Consider marketing a part-time job
Marketing your candidacy is serious business. Therefore, you should treat it as if it were a part-time job. That way, you're more likely to give it the time and attention it deserves. And, in the end, you're more likely to land the job you want.

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Planning For A Job Search

You know the feeling, bored to tears and frustrated with your current job. You hate getting up in the morning and facing a repeat of the monotony but you can't face the thought of looking for a new job either. It's a catch 22 situation.

Like everything else, the hardest part of anything is getting started and it's no different with looking for a job. If you have made a half-hearted attempt to scan some online jobsites or read the wanted ads, you are all too aware of the positions that are available for serious candidates.

Granted competition for these positions has grown increasingly intensive. It's for that reason alone that you must plan for a job search and by plan, we mean, form a strategic approach to seeking your new job.

A professional resume is the first place to start. We urge you to have your resume written by professional resume writers who can effectively and methodically chart your professional background, expertise and skills. Your resume is a powerful marketing tool that should be used to promote your candidacy and secure you the interviews you have longed for.

We have covered the merits of cover letters in a previous article so you will be all too familiar with the importance of creating professional and personalized cover letters that target specific employers.

Distributing your resume and following up are only one part of the process. Yes, you have placed yourself in the job market but it is now up to you to close the sale. Small things count. Use a professional email rather than something like groovychick@hotmail.com or rocky11@hotmail.com

Re-record the message on your answering machine and cell phone to ensure that it is clear and professional. In the event that an employer calls you to arrange an interview, you don't want your answer message to be the reason there is no follow up call. Turn off all background noise including the TV and music and record a simple professional message that will demonstrate your professionalism.

If you are called for interview, there are certain aesthetics that must be looked at. Dressing for interview is obviously very important and we have an article that deals specifically with the look you must strive for if you wish to be taken seriously. In brief, a suit is the preferred option in navy, black or grey. Clothes should be pristine and impeccably pressed. They should fit well and shoes should be polished to a high shine with matching socks. The overall impression is of someone who takes care of their appearance, who is confident in their own skin and who will be an asset to the company.

Interviews can be intimidating environments and for this reason practice is a must. There are hundreds of potential interview questions but employers generally use the same 20/30 repeatedly. As outlined in one of our articles, take the list of potential questions and prepare concise, intelligent answers. Practice answering them in front of a friend or colleague who will offer unbiased, constructive criticism.

Eye contact is vitally important. If you keep shifting your eyes away from the interviewer you give the impression of dishonesty which is a conversation killer. Practice your handshake and ensure that you can shake the interviewers hand firmly and confidently. A limp, halfhearted handshake has the same effect as poor eye contact.

Additionally, practice your networking skills and develop a consistent approach to potential networking situations. You cannot just sit at home and wait for a call; you must make your experience work for you. Aggressive prospecting is the order of the day if you want to secure a job that will offer you professional fulfilment and personal happiness.

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Quantifying Your Achievements

As a job seeker, it is absolutely critical that you find ways to sell yourself effectively to future employers. You need to be able to present your qualifications in the best possible light. In fact, after reviewing your application, a manager should be so impressed that he or she believes you might end up a finalist for the advertised position.

You should not be shy about publicizing the major achievements of your career. After all, a prospective employer will not really know what you're capable of accomplishing unless you let him or her know what you've done in the past. In fact, by focusing on your achievements, you can boost your self-confidence, allowing you to shine during the interview process.

One effective thing you can do to make your cover letter stand out from the rest is by quantifying your achievements. Much of life is a numbers game, and numbers can represent important milestones in your career. You might never have thought before about assigning a numerical value to your accomplishments, but it can actually be quite an effective job-hunting technique.

Adding it all up
If you want to quantify your achievements, your best bet is to do some simple addition. For instance, count up how many awards you've won for your work or how many customers you serve. You can add up the number of clients you've secured for your company, or how many miles you've travelled for your business. Using a little creativity, you might come up with a variety of numbers that indicate your accomplishments.

That said, you should use numbers sparingly in your cover letter. In fact, it's probably most effective if you include just one or two impressive statistics. Otherwise, your cover letter might appear to be too much like a scorecard. Certainly, quantifying your achievements is effective-but you don't want to overdo it.

Be futuristic
It is not enough to add up how many houses you've sold or how much money you've saved your company. You must also give a clear indication of what your past accomplishments mean for your professional future. In other words, you must convince your prospective employer that you would be able to achieve even greater things in the future. This way, your application becomes less of a re-hash of old news and more of a showcase for your future goals.

Becoming comfortablewith numbers
It may take time for you to become accustomed to quantifying your achievements. Be patient with yourself. Realize that assigning numbers to accomplishments does not come easily for many of us. However, in time and with practice, you might become a font of statistical information about your achievements.

Conclusion
Quantifying your achievements can be an important mental exercise. It shows you exactly what you've been doing in recent years, and where there may be room for improvement. It provides you with a helpful barometer of your professional success. Once you've performed this exercise, you might find yourself doing it again and again until it truly becomes a habit.

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Securing References, Tips For Reference Success

References are a great deal like theatrical reviews they are an indicator of your past success, and they let people who have not seen your work know exactly what you're capable of. Believe it or not, they can be the most important factor in determining whether you get the job you've applied for. This means that it is critical for you to line up a good list of references as you begin your job hunt.

Reference basics
There are a few basic facts you should know about references. To begin with, not everyone is comfortable serving as a reference for a job applicant. There are many reasons for this. The individual may feel as if he or she doesn't know you well enough, or he or she might have difficulty gauging the quality of your work. This is why it is absolutely essential for you to ask people whether they would be willing to recommend you to future employers before you list them as references. This also provides you with some assurance that you will receive favorable recommendations from those on your references list.

You should also know what your current employer's policy is regarding providing references. Some companies now ask would-be employers to pay a fee for reference information. In fact, some businesses will not even confirm your dates of employment unless they are paid up front. If you know about such a policy before you leave your position, you might be able to obtain written confirmation of your work history before your last day on the job. That way, you can provide the information to your prospective employer free of charge.

Keep in contact with your references
A number of job seekers make a fatal mistake by failing to maintain contact with their references. Some people have faulty memories and, once you have left a particular job, they might have difficulty remembering you and your contribution to the company. Also, in today's society, people tend to change jobs frequently, so your references might have moved on and you might not even know it. In addition, it can be aggravating to a prospective employer to dial the telephone number of a reference, only to discover that the individual no longer works for the company listed on the resume. Make sure that the phone numbers and e-mail addresses listed for references on your resume are all current. That way, you can avoid some unpleasant surprises.

Take references seriously
Unfortunately, not all job seekers take references seriously. They mistakenly believe that the company they've applied to will not bother checking references. The fact of the matter is that businesses often will not hire an individual without checking with references first. Companies want every assurance that the people they hire are conscientious, capable, and honest. In other words, they do not want to take unnecessary risks. It is important when you gather references to make sure that the people you list are willing to be available by phone to report on your stellar qualifications. If all of your references are consistently unavailable, you might have a difficult time securing a job.

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