These are some useful and handy tips that you can follow:
1. Google Me!
Google yourself to see what comes up -- and what potential employers will see if they do the same. If you don't like what you find, it's time to do damage control.
2. Decide what Career Path you want to go down
Take the time to research various positions that you feel you fit the qualifications for. If you have experience in Communications take a look at Human Resource, for example.
3. Visit Staffing Agency Sites
In addition to browsing the large boards, visit the Web sites of recruiting firms that specialize in your field, which maintain their own job postings. You can work with them to get more detailed information on classes that you may need to take to get a position in that new field that you are working your way in.
4. Social Butterfly
Networking is one of the most effective ways of locating new opportunities, and the Internet makes it easier than ever to expand your web of contacts. Sites like LinkedIn provides "virtual" opportunities to connect with other professionals -- in your area or halfway across the world. You can participate in forums, this will help you bounce idea off of other established professionals and also beginners such as yourself.
5. Tread carefully.
There's a time and a place for everything. With that old adage in mind, be careful of when and where you do your online job hunting. Using your company's computer and Internet connection to look for a new position is a bad idea. Employers have the right to monitor the sites you visit and the e-mails you send. So, resist the temptation to hunt for a new job at the office if you want to keep the one you have for the time being.
6. Visit Job Search Sites Daily
Top sites like Monster, Indeed and careerbuilder, you can search for specific job titles or general industries that you are interested or experienced in. You want to make sure that you check them daily so you can apply for any job that you see is posted or see what type of skills you need to make that career adjustment.
7. Follow up!
It is critical that you follow-up with prospective employers after applying for a position. Although we think technology has no flaws, there are a few, there may of been a few resumes that have got lost in the shuffle. If you haven't heard anything in a week then just call and/or email the company, ask to speak with someone in HR in charge of hiring. Once you get them you want to introduce yourself to them. At this time you can also verify that your resume has been received and is included in consideration for the position.
There's a time and a place for everything. With that old adage in mind, be careful of when and where you do your online job hunting. Using your company's computer and Internet connection to look for a new position is a bad idea. Employers have the right to monitor the sites you visit and the e-mails you send. So, resist the temptation to hunt for a new job at the office if you want to keep the one you have for the time being.
6. Visit Job Search Sites Daily
Top sites like Monster, Indeed and careerbuilder, you can search for specific job titles or general industries that you are interested or experienced in. You want to make sure that you check them daily so you can apply for any job that you see is posted or see what type of skills you need to make that career adjustment.
7. Follow up!
It is critical that you follow-up with prospective employers after applying for a position. Although we think technology has no flaws, there are a few, there may of been a few resumes that have got lost in the shuffle. If you haven't heard anything in a week then just call and/or email the company, ask to speak with someone in HR in charge of hiring. Once you get them you want to introduce yourself to them. At this time you can also verify that your resume has been received and is included in consideration for the position.
