Job Search Tip 3 - Work the network

Your network works both ways.  Sometimes people will come to you for help, contacts or advice and sometimes you go to them.  When everyone is working, the network is a great resource.  But when you are unemployed, its a life preserver.  You need to really work it.

As you search the job search sites and apply for jobs, take a second look on linkedin for people who work in the companies you are applying to.  Reach out to them and ask them for help getting your resume in front of the right people.  It is a simple request, and in most cases if your contact can help you, they will.  Be sure to include a link for the job listing you are interested in, and attach your resume.

In the best case scenario, your contact will know the right person and will give your resume directly to them.  They might even know of another position you would be perfect for.  Worst case, they can't help you in this particular situation.  But I always think like to think of the positive side of actions...No matter what, now you are on your contact's (friend's) radar.  (And you know how I believe in the power of friends...)

 Finding a full time job is a full time job, people.   We can do it...just keep on trucking.

Quote of the day:

“Few of us get anything without working for it”  - William Feather