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Planning Your TimeNOW is the best time to start looking for a job. You're as qualified as other applicants, so start now before someone else gets "your" job. You've already made a good start by reading this book! What's the most important thing to know about your job search? FINDING WORK IS A FULL TIME JOB!That means in a full time job, you: A. Have responsibilities (work duties and procedures) B. "Punch a clock" or be at work "on time" C. Work hard all day, 40 hours week D. Report to a boss, who makes sure you carry-out your responsibilities To find a job, you must: A. Set your own responsibilities (things you must do everyday to get a job). B. Wake up early at a set time to start looking for work. C. Look hard for a job, all day, 40 hours a week. D. Be your own boss (or appoint a friend to be your "boss") to make sure you carry-out your job search responsibilities.Tips for Planning an Effective Job Search: · Make a "To Do List" every day. Outline daily activities to look for a job. · Apply for jobs early in the day. This will make a good impression and give you time to complete applications, have interviews, take tests, etc. · Call employers to find out the best times to apply. Some companies take applications only on certain days and times during the week. · Write down all employers you contact, the date of your contacts, people you talk to, and special notes about your contacts. · Apply at several companies in the same area when possible. This saves time and money. · Be prepared. Have a "master application" and resumes, pens, maps and job information with you all the time. Who knows when a "hot lead" will come your way. · Follow up leads immediately. If you find out about a job late in the day, call right then! Don't wait until the next day. · Network. Tell everyone you know that you are looking for job. Stay in touch with friends and contacts. Follow up new leads immediately. · Read pamphlets and books on how to get a job (see the list of books at the back of this brochure). The time you spend reading these materials will save you a lot of time in your job search. · Make automated connections through systems on the Internet, such as America's Job Bank and the Talent Bank |
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