Are you struggling with your current job search?
Do you get frustrated every time your resume fails to generate even a phone call?
Has job hunting become too much of a chore with no end in sight?
With workers now changing jobs an average of 7 - 10 times per lifetime, perfecting your job hunting skills are more important than ever....and that's why I wrote this book, author this blog and produce this podcast.
1. Job hunting is more difficult than ever. The Internet has made finding a job more challenging and time consuming process . The days of simply responding to a newspaper ad with a cover letter and resume are gone forever. New job hunting rules have emerged.
2. Most people fail to maximize their search. They only browse a few job boards and apply to only jobs they see online. Internet job boards are great but there are several other ways of getting hired.
3. It's hard to break through. Hiring managers are busy people. Getting them to even look at your resume can be a issue. Job seekers need their message to be creative and unique to catch their eye.
4. Job hunting = marketing. Branding yourself as one who adds value to any employer should be your goal. Anything else on your resume or other job search documents that does not meet this criteria is irrelevant.
5. Your competition is stiff. For any job you apply to there are usually dozens, if not hundreds of other applicants. The only way to rise above them will be to differentiate yourself. Unfortunately, many job seekers seem to forget this part.
The answer lies in becoming a better job seeker by sharpening your skills and learning my tips, tricks and tactics for the 21st century job market.
Job hunting is a skill just like any other business skill you possess. There are so many more new job hunting rules. It takes practice and persistence to master them all. Your technique must be honed and sharpened throughout your career.
Since 1999, I have been running a network of employment web sites (see allcountyjobs.com). Over the years I have seen the online job search landscape evolve into the force it is today. I'm also a former resume writer who has designed and written resumes for hundreds of successful job seekers. Along the way I've picked up various tips and tricks that enable job seekers to break through the murky waters of the job search process.
In fact, I discovered so many useful tips that I decided to publish them in print and online. I call them "Secrets of the Job Hunt".