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It doesnt matter if youre new to the working world, or hunting to further your career somewhere new. The job search can quickly turn into an overwhelming and frustrating experience. You have Radon Test many choices to make regarding potential employers, location, salary, benefits, and, and thats before youve even started applying! Then you have to deal with resumes and interviews and acceptances and rejectionsits a rollercoaster that is both terrifying, but potentially very rewarding. While it seems there is no getting around the madness, there are ways to help stay focused and find that perfect job without losing your confidence or your sanity.

Alicia on Confidence

Throughout your job search, the one thing that has a tendency to wane is confidence. A bad interview or a rejection, even something as small as an unreturned call, can have you over-thinking your qualifications. One thing to thats important to do before you even start your search is to try and get a clear understanding of your strengths as a potential employee. Are you a numbers person? A Radon Test person? A risk-taker? By really figuring out who you are and what you have to offer, youll not only discover if youre a good fit for a company, but, more importantly, if theyre a good fit for you.

Sarah on Timing

They say timing is everything, and when youre searching for a job, it couldnt be more true. While employers are always on the lookout for great people, certain times of year tend to present and more job opportunities, as well as better access to the people doing the actual hiring. The holiday months are busy and tight, with employers focusing on getting through the end of the year with the people they have. The New Year, however, usually brings new budgets, and new positions, so be ready to make a resolution to get out there and pound the pavement!

While the road to a new job may seem long, here are a few shortcuts.

1. Connections

Sure you can spend your days combing the classifieds and posting your resume online, but sometimes the best jobs are the ones that dont ever make it to the public. By letting as many people as possible know that you are looking for a job, you open up a whole new set of employment possibilities inaccessible to other job seekers. The best part of these word-of-mouth jobs is that, while they expand your search, they also come with built-in recommendations from whoever referred you, and youll get an insiders take on what a company is like before you interview.

2. Know Your Needs

Finding the right job starts with deciding what the wrong job might be. Narrow your job search before it even starts by making a list of your job priorities, from least flexible to ones you could waver on depending on the opportunity. How far are you willing to travel to work? Do you want a 40, 60, or 80 hour week? What benefits are necessary? By prioritizing your needs, youll be able to eliminate certain jobs from the start and be able to focus your search on the ones you really want.

3. The Right Resume

Fitting your life on one piece of paper can be a little intimidating, especially if youre simply handing it off to someone without an interview to back it up. One thing most people dont understand is how flexible a resume can and should be. A resume doesnt have to be all facts and no fun. Before sending it to a potential employer, try and cater it to both the job youre applying for, as well as the companys personality. Whoever reads it will get to know not only what youve done, but also how you want the world to see you.

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