Job Search Tips in URDU ملازمت

Collection of the best job search advices

15 Job Seekers Share the Best Job Search Advice

A while back, we asked our readers to tell us the best job search advice they’d ever heard. Now, from one job seeker to another, we’ve compiled their answers into a collection of the best job search advice from the job seekers themselves.

Market yourself.

“Be proactive—market yourself as if you were marketing a business (brand you!). Take time to quantify your talents and learn to speak comfortably regarding accomplishments. Create a job search system for introducing, applying, and following up on leads/interviews. Plan your work, work your plan—a job search IS a job. Treat yourself to free or low-cost perks to reward effort, you earned it!” – Cindy

Apply even if you’re not fully qualified.

“Just apply. You may not be the best candidate or have all the requisite qualifications, but you’ll never get a job if you don’t try.” – Nargis

Job search like it’s your job.

“Approach your job search like it is a 9 to 5 job. Put in the time each day. Think about yourself in terms of skill sets, not as a title: teacher, lawyer, etc.” – Mary Lou

Use informational interviews to network.

“Schedule informational interviews as a means to really assess whether a given field/position is right for you and to expand your network. Also, pay it forward. Become a go GIVER and by doing so, you will be able to pour into someone else’s life in a positive way and get the focus/stress off of concentrating on yourself all the time. A great way to begin this type of proactive giving is to send job listings to others who you think would be a good fit for positions you come across in their field.” – Brittany

Set yourself apart with letters of recommendation.

“Something I learned applying for jobs that I would advise other people applying for positions is try to set yourself apart from the other applicants. I’ve been successful at doing this by sending letters of recommendations or letters written by my clients that I’ve saved in all my jobs where they wrote about my work. This is a way to market yourself without you being the one talking about yourself and it speaks volumes when you have evidence of what customers had to say about you.” – Chrystal

Know yourself and what you want.

“Be authentic, know yourself—strengths and weaknesses. Be aware of the kinds of job responsibilities and tasks you enjoy and those that you don’t enjoy so much. Know what you are looking for in an employer and position. Focus on opportunities that are a good fit. Be congruent in expressing who you are and your accomplishments on your cover letter, resume, and during the interview. The whole while, be yourself!” – Karen

Pump yourself up and stay positive.

“Bring positive energy and do something ahead of time that makes you feel invincible when interviewing. Always be able to talk about the situation, your actions, and the results. It’s always good to write down your answers and practice in front of a mirror or even record yourself.” – Cyndi

Follow up on applications.

“Consistent follow-up and a sample business plan for new position.” – John

Showcase your abilities.

“Never turn down an opportunity to show your ability. Often times, someone will not make themselves available or turn down a new project because it is not part of their current job description. Don’t be afraid to out-do expectations. Eventually your title and pay will catch up!” – Kara

Take care of yourself.

“Keep things in balance and make sure that you are taking care of yourself. Don’t get discouraged and remember that most jobs come when you least expect them.” – Patryce

Focus on the employer’s needs.

“It’s not about you and your needs, it’s all about them and their needs, so sell yourself accordingly! Do your research, and not just about the company, but also the industry, the salary.