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- Prepare yourself mentally
to accept a position with lower pay that gets your foot in the door.
- Respond to every possible
job opening in the classifieds and posted on bulletin boards. Check out
seasonal job offers posted in public areas such as libraries, churches.
Temporary employment is better than no employment at all.
- Check online job boards
for job listings in your area. Some online job boards offer listings
across a variety of industries; others specialize in one or more career
fields. Most allow job seekers to complete applications and upload
resumes.
- Monitor the classified ad
listings of newspapers in your city.
- Call friends who might
know of any job openings. A friend's recommendation is one of the best
ways to get a job quickly.
- Network with former
co-workers to find out about openings at companies similar to your
previous employer.
- Attend career fairs in
your city. Career fairs typically feature dozens of employers, some of which
may accept applications and conduct initial interviews on the spot. Some
career fairs include employers representing multiple industries; others
focus on a particular industry such as technology, manufacturing or
hospitality.
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- Visit company websites and
submit applications directly to the companies.
- Ask for an application at
the company's physical location if the company does not offer an online
application option. Depending on the company's needs, you may get an
interview before you leave.
- Call independent
recruiters in your area. These professionals specialize in matching
companies with applicants and can help arrange an interview. An
independent recruiter may also provide you with background information
about the company and help you prepare for the interview.
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