I talk with a candidates every day who going crazy and are frustrated with their internet job search. You can easily spend many hours a day searching through numerous job websites with nothing to show for it. The internet job boards are an awesome resource but, you must use them wisely. If you sit around all day sending tons of resumes to random jobs and companies, you will get discouraged very quickly.Tips for maximizing your internet search:
#1 - Use the automated search functions on each website. Set up a custom search, or 2-3, to search for jobs in your area for you every day. Have them emailed to you so you can sit there and read through the possibilities. Monster.com, HotJobs.com etc. all have these services.
#2 - Use Indeed.com (Right at the top of this blog!) This website searches many job sites all at once for you. Search this 1-2 times a day to save time and find the latest jobs.
#3 - Don't get too distracted. Keep a schedule each day for internet searching. Certainly roam around looking for new companies and leads but, don't stray too far. Before you know it you'll be on a wacky site looking at funny videos and off your search.
#4 - Remember that your goal is to find information to help you make personal contacts. E-mailing your resume into a company is great but, the response rate will be maybe 1-10%. To get your response rate up to 50% or better, you must call the company. You must put a voice/face with your name to get that job!
#5 - Go outside. Go get coffee at Starbucks, sit around and watch people, try to meet new people, ask what they do and where they work. Go take a friend to lunch and brainstorm with them. Get some fresh air and find new leads!
Till next time... Good luck! Scott
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