Eight steps for local jobseekers to 'Get that Job'
Local jobseekers can follow a simple eight-step job search plan
to help them get that job according to Sarina Russo Job Access
Manager, Mr Kieren Kearney. Sarina
Russo Job Access wants to promote the best way for local
jobseekers to market themselves to potential employers.
STEP 1 - SET GOALS
All successful people set goals. To get the job you want you must
set specific, measurable and timely goals. For example to phone
three employers within the hospitality industry every day.
STEP 2 - DETERMINE SALARY EXPECTATIONS
Think about a long-term salary goal and then a short-term salary
goal. Will you need to undertake more training and skill
development to reach your preferred salary level?
STEP 3 - RESEARCH INDUSTRY
What is the employer looking for in an employee - the level of
qualifications, experience, attitudes, image etc?
STEP 4 - SELF DEVELOPMENT
Understand what you need to improve about yourself and whether you
have the required level of education, experience or necessary
qualities for the job.
STEP 5 - DEVELOPING A PROSPECT LIST
Make a list of potential employers to target. Include the company
name, address, telephone number, names / titles to be contacted,
background on the company. Source this information from the
Internet, the newspaper, Yellow Pages etc.
STEP 6 - SELF PROMOTION
A good resume is like your own personal advertisement. Develop a
good hard copy and electronic version of your resume, application
letter and thank you letter. You'll also need to practice your
interviewing skills.
STEP 7 -BE A PROACTIVE JOB SEARCHER
Actively look for a job because the job won't look for you. Visit
your local Job Network provider who can assist you with relevant
job search advice and where to access the latest job
information.
STEP 8 - THE INTERVIEW
The interview is a sales presentation with you as the product.
Prepare yourself before the interview. List the likely questions
you will be asked and how you will answer them. Understand your
personal qualities and the benefits you will offer your employer.
Know the company. When you first meet the interviewer, shake their
hands, smile and look them in the eye. Be confident in your posture
and voice. Be polite.
