5 Creative Ways To Find A Job
Alright, so you have posted to all job boards on the internet and Monster, CareerBuilder, and HotJobs. You've networked and followed up until you're blue in the face. You take the Sunday paper and, with little to no success, apply to every job in your field. Try a few different approaches to getting a job.
Forward Part of Your CV
Choose an employer that appeals to you. Make a compelling cover letter outlining your qualifications and refer to the resume that is attached. Don't include a resume or seal the envelope. They will believe that the resume was lost in the mail. Boldly market yourself.
Compose A Letter of Prospecting
Use this of direct mail's effectiveness. Find five to ten businesses. Compose a letter to your network of contacts, inquiring if they are aware of anyone who works for any of the companies on your list. Send your resume to contacts who claim to know someone on your list, and either ask them to forward it to the appropriate person or obtain permission to send it yourself.
Letter Chain via Email
Make a list of the twenty companies you would like to work for and ask everyone you know via email if they know anyone who is employed by any of these companies. If they do, ask them to get in touch with you so you can request a referral. Lastly, ask them to forward your email to ten additional recipients. But don't act like this if you're employed right now!
Give Out A Pamphlet
Prepare a pamphlet containing industry-specific information and distribute it. Free information is always appreciated, and this shows your level of knowledge. Distribute the pamphlet digitally and promote it on newsgroups where recruiters may read it.
Make an HR call.
Looks crazy, doesn't it? Give the human resources division a call. Inquire about the external recruiting agency or company they use. You'll be asked why you're interested in learning. Inform them that you are looking for a recommendation because their company is not currently seeking someone with your skill set and that the agency may be working with other firms. They may ask to interview you. At the very least, you do obtain a lead. They desire to avoid paying agency fees. You receive particular attention when you are also recommended. Thank you for writing for them.
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