Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Job Search Myths

environment research work is harder than ever with the economy down. Some of the rules have changed, and some have remained the same. One way I'm going to try to make sense of the situation, with some common places that I often encounter.

Myth 1: "In this economy, I take what I was offered"

It 's true that expectations adjusted to reflect the current economic situation, they did not sell short. The decision, careerCould be with you for years or even decades, so it is important that all angles must be considered. First, target the job search for the positions that they are one level above where you are or where you are. This gives you a feeling for the market. If this fails, then target your search to the same level. As you can tell which items are at what level? One way is by title, but that is not the only way. Another factor to consider isCompany Size and scope of responsibilities. A position-level administrator of a small company, the effect of a manager-level position in a large company. It is possible to control Targeting the search based on company size, title and scope of responsibilities. Plan your campaign so that it will also help with salary negotiations. Many candidates take the first available number, but in reality even in these conditions is often room for someNegotiations.

Myth 2: "I find my job through the Internet"

The Internet is certainly a fantastic tool that every job seeker should have in their war chest, carry on their job search campaign, but most items have landed in old-style network - even today! The best network is often the most reliable source for candidates, because a relationship was established, and therefore presumably lessRisk for companies located in their decision. The latest figures show that about 60% of all positions created by its own network. However, since the Internet is pervasive, it is a necessary, if only on a network. Internet allows you to research companies and potential projects online. In fact, the research that the Internet can help you discover a new project developed by XYZ Corporation in your area mayConversation with someone online that can be assumed to be connected in any timely manner XYZ workplaces do not seem to be, but full confidence in their overall effectiveness, probably out of place.

Myth 3: "I have a nice severance pay, I will take some time, relax, and then start my job search"

Although not a bad idea to take time and spend more of it with your family and maybe catch up on some of these projects at homeare not decreasing over the past two years, too easy. The time required for a typical job search is successful for four months. The timeline could rise living. If you have a month-end package of four and then expect that at the end of the offer period will be one of the very first week you start your search, you can become a reality for a small dose. First start planning your campaign immediately. They may need help here, that ifDo you have time for a labor market. Reach out for advice and resources on how to conduct a job search campaign effectively. If you want something and comes from the fact that there is only so-so "at the start, but you do not need to jump when tablets are your dismissal . However, if your dream job comes in this period, there will be the start, rather than slip away because you were "a break".

Myth 4: "I amWorking with some recruiters, and they find me a job. "

I love this, even on one of my jobs. I was so sure that advertisers "would be my" dream job I almost did not do any work themselves. I was a successful manager, after all, and will be knocking at my door. How wrong I was! The truth is that advertisers often try to spend any time finding a job. You can get orders from their customers and then trying to fillthese jobs. recruitment is a bit 'as the hospitality industry, is required only for candidates placed in the lead positions in bed or in the case of research enterprises. If you happen to be there when recruiters find a job, then good luck . But more often than not, the name of the game is still online and recruiters are only a small part of the global network.

Myth 5:. "I believe in great interview I once had the opportunity to speak with the boss to come, he is like me and offer methe job. "

This is a myth at various levels. First of all, there are usually six other candidates, as you also have excellent personalities that win are the boss. The only problem is that the head only choose one of you for the position. Who is likely to be the candidate who was more prepared to be. This means that someone, the time required for the investigation of the company's position, and then conducting several practice interviews. The days ofInterviews with a single decision maker are over. These risks have to mush in rent for a company that the decision involved only an operator to go. The interviews are usually made with several members of the team and there is a consensus that is reached for the right candidate. The other reason this is a myth, because as you know that you do, as the Chief, the team, the company? Not only do you interview, but in a way you interview. They mesh with your valuesand work ethics? There is a cultural crisis? Interviews usually only give a brief overview of how this society works, and you need to know quickly if the right for you.

There are other myths out there, but these five are very important for today. Conclusion: Do not sell short, but use all the tools in the toolbox, and use different tactics for the job you want.

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