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By Rene Peterson


The Internet has changed the way people look for employment. If you have not tried to find jobs for twenty years, you may have a lot to learn about how the process works in the wifi world of today. Finding a job is only half the battle. It all seems like a lot of busy work until you actually land a job. This is why landing a job etiquette will be a part of this discussion.

First things first. Contact an online resume expert and get your resume updated so it is factual and appealing to an employer. The resume sites provide many links to job finders on the Internet. You will receive daily emails from all the links where you subscribe.

Registering with a local staffing agency can be another resource. Some employers use staffing agencies exclusively, so this can give you a bit of an inside track to the local job market. You need to establish a good working relationship with your representative at the agency. He or she should be motivated to find you a job. Interview as often as possible, even for jobs that are not your ideal. You never know what connection you make today will pay off with a good job offer tomorrow.

In addition to staffing agencies which typically fill entry level to mid level positions, there are professional job finders, sometimes referred to as head hunters which assist with executive level positions. If you are searching for a position at the executive level, head hunters are your best chance. Often these jobs are not included in other resources.

Search the Internet using the term professional job finders and you will find agencies that use the terms recruitment and career placement. Another search for the top ten recruiting agencies will show reviews and information to help find the most appropriate professional job finder.

It is common knowledge that the most opportune time to find a job is when you are already employed. Larger companies often have job boards where they post vacancies. Companies often like to hire from within, so this gives you an advantage over outside applicants.

Job search engines are another resource for finding employment. You can narrow your search to accounting, administrative and other areas where you have experience. You can also narrow your search to the geographic area where you want to find employment.

Social media sites are excellent professional links to job opportunities. There is an employment section on each site which uses the profile you created to present positions that fit into your skill level and experience. The more networking you do on these sites the greater the chance you have of knowing someone working at a company with an open position.

During your search for employment always remember to behave in a professional manner. Follow up online applications with hard copies of your resume and cover letter printed on business quality paper. After a few days, call the company to introduce yourself and confirm they received your application. Any interviews should be followed up with a well written thank you note. Be patient, the process may take longer than you expected.




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