Job Search Tips

Wanting help with tips on how to find a job – You found the right place!

At Express, we wish we could help every candidate, but we also know that we are not a good resource for every associate.  What we do know is, finding the right job takes a lot of work and it’s a full time job. Conducting internet job searches, networking, reading the classifieds, sending resumes, going to interviews, and writing follow-up letters and e-mails are all time consuming but are all crucial parts of finding a great job.

We are happy to provide you with information to help simplify your job search.

Charting Your Skills, Likes, and Interests

Whether you’ve been working for 15 years or you’re looking for your first job, the most important part of any job search is determining your skills, interests, and the kind of environment in which you work best.

Finding Job Openings

There are so many different ways to look for jobs today that it’s mind-boggling. To help you narrow down your choices, we have provided some of the most popular ways to find jobs.

Internet

Some of the most popular general job search sites are:

• www.Indeed.com
• www.dailyjournal.net
• www.CareerBuilder.com
• www.EmploymentGuide.com
• www.Hotjobs.com
• www.Jobster.com
• www.Monster.com
• www.SimplyHired.com

Don’t limit yourself to these websites alone. Be sure to check out the local and national websites of professional associations and organizations.

Networking

Networking still remains a highly successful avenue for finding jobs. And, it’s easier than you think. You can create a networking contact list by simply writing down the names of all your friends, colleagues, teachers, relatives, and anyone else you can think of who would be willing to talk with you or make suggestions about job opportunities. Include their names, telephone numbers, e-mail, and street addresses on your list.

Call, write or send an e-mail to all the people you put on your list. Let them know that you’re looking for a job and that you would appreciate any advice or leads they may have. Don’t forget to send thank-you letters to everyone you contact. It’s important to show your appreciation for their time and help. Doing this will also keep your inquiry at the top of their minds.

There are many local places that you can go to network.  Here are a few that you might want to check out:

www.bpe.com (this is a group for business professionals that are looking for work)

www.gorainmakers.com (this is the fastest growing networking group in Indy)

www.greenwood-chamber.com (they have a job posting section)

www.franklincoc.org

www.mpcc.info/resources/index.php?tab=2#TabbedPanels1

www.ccg.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?id=34&type=section

http://catalistjobs.ning.com/

Job Fairs

Local job fairs offer you the opportunity to speak directly with company representatives. High schools, vocational schools, colleges, technical schools and universities usually sponsor job fairs every year.   We will try to keep these opportunities updated on our News/Events Tab on our www.expressindysouth.com website

When you attend a job fair, be sure to take copies of your resume. Make sure you can discuss all of your skills, talents, education and work experience in a confident voice and without hesitation. Get a business card from each recruiter or company representative you speak with. When you get home, send a thank-you note to the person along with another copy of your resume. Remember, following up is on of the most critical parts in searching for a job.

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