Job Search Strategies

Job Search Strategies How are you conducting your job search? What strategies are you implementing? Are you utilizing the vast array of social media tools available? If it has been awhile since your last job search, you will find that effective job search strategies have changed dramatically! There are still many basic strategies that have remained constantas follows: Show determination and confidence Invest in a professional resume and cover letter Develop relationships with recruiters Research and identify potential employers Prepare questions for the job interview Follow up with thank you letters Network Be patient and persistent The following blog, The Ultimate Social Media Check List for Job Hunters, is an excellent resourcecontaining more thana fewjob search strategies that you may not be as familiar with including: Broad Networking Linkedin, Twitter, Local/Trade-specific Professional Social Networks,Facebook, Bookmarking/site sharing networks Build Your Brand Providing Content Create a blog, Create a Gravatar/OpenID, Video Interview/YouTube Also included, Links You Must Visit 30 Ways toLand a Job in 2010,50 Twitter Users to Follow for Your Job Search,Global Twitter Recruiting System and JobMob, One of the leading career/job search blog; to name a few. If you are a little overwhelmed with these job search strategies, Making the Most of Social Media Marketing Links, includes a comprehensive list of Social Media Tips, Guides, Plugins, Platforms, Analytics Tools, Apps and other resources. Another excellent resource. Contact Elite Resumesto speak with Martin Buckland,Certified Job Search Trainer.