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Looking for Jobs – Trade Magazines

March 31, 2011 By Leave a Comment

A lot of people who are looking for a job in a specific trade neglect a great resource that can be used in order to help with their search; trade magazines. Trade magazines are available for all sorts of job sectors and as well as being filled with many of the latest and greatest news pieces regarding a certain trade sector, there are also usually a good number of advertisements for jobs.

The reason potential employers would want to advertise for a job opening in a trade magazine is simple, a targeted audience. They know that many people within their very own trade sector will be reading through these types of publications and are far more likely to find them as opposed to looking online where the competition is fierce.

You can take advantage of this fact and gather up as many trade magazines as you can in the different areas that interest you. Just as trade magazines give the potential employer a targeted audience, it also gives you a targeted search. You know that all the jobs you will be looking at will pertain to the specific trades of the trade magazines in which you pick up. This saves you a great deal of needless searching that you might have to otherwise conduct online.

The great thing about searching through trade magazines in order to find a job is that many of these kinds of publications are free. You can find them at businesses that belong to the trade the trade magazine features and they are usually yours for the asking.

Even the ones that do cost money are typically very affordable and also a great resource. While you still want to conduct as much job hunting as you can using other methods, trade magazines are a method you do not want to miss out on.

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Job Hunting Tax Deductions

January 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment

When you are job hunting you will want to keep track of all your expenses that you rack up. Why? Many of the expenses associated with your job hunt may in fact be tax deductable and if you can save a little money in April when Uncle Sam comes knocking, why wouldn’t you?

While not all expenses that you rack up while trying to find a job will be tax deductable, there are always going to be a good number that are. Here are some of the more common tax deductable items related to the job hunt:

•    Resume: If you need to brush up your resume and have to pay someone to help you do so, then you can deduct that at the end of the year.
•    Phone Calls: Any long distance phone calls that you make to potential employers can also be deducted from your tax return.
•    Travel: If you travel to an area and attempt to find employment in the same field that you are currently in or just came out of then you can likely deduct some of these expenses at tax time.

You can find out more tidbits of tax deducting goodness by going right to the source; the IRS. Visit their website and check out Publication 529. Publication 529 is filled with all sorts of allowable deductions related to finding new employment and also lets you know what will not be allowed.

Of course you should always consult with your personal accountant at the end of the year to see what you can and cannot deduct, but no matter what keep your records going. It is better to bring your accountant a pile of receipts and let them tell you what can and can’t be deducted, rather than have no receipts at all for them to look through. While the savings may not be all that substantial, any money saved these days is a good thing.

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Using Job Search Sites for Job Hunting

April 1, 2010 By 1 Comment

There are so many job search engines available it’s hard to know which ones to pay attention to. Keep in mind there are many more job boards than just the biggies. We all know about Monster, CareerBuilder, and HotJobs. What everyone should know about are some of the niche job boards that are career and field specific. Paying attention to some of these smaller job sites can help ease the pain of your job search by reducing the volume of job postings you have to sift through to find what fits your skills and experience.

Niche job sites are growing and becoming more popular and available for different fields. Though they started primarily for the technical fields, there are now specific sites available for almost any career field. There are even sites that cater more specifically to job levels, such as entry-level, management and executive. Another niche that is now being addressed by search sites are recent college graduates. You can also find sites that cater specifically to part time workers, seasonal workers, and work-from-home candidates. Because there is such a wide array of positions available at all levels, narrowing the field makes it easier to locate the jobs for which different levels of candidates are qualified for.

Using the big engines when searching for a job can sometimes pay off simply by the sheer volume of job postings available. If you’re unsure of where your career might be headed or what your next step might be, these are a great resource. If you’re considering changing industries or want to get a feel for all of the possibilities available, these big job search sites might also be a good place to start. However, if you know what industry you want to land a job in and/or your skills and experience are specific to a certain field, using the niche job boards can be of great benefit to you. Niche job boards can narrow down the search to just the positions and companies that fit your needs. They can also take some of the work out of sorting through the thousands of job postings that may or may not have anything to do with what you’re hoping to find in your job search. Niche job board sites are a great place to look when you’re starting your job hunting.

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Job Hunting? Use Keywords in Your Resume!

March 13, 2010 By Leave a Comment

resume writingIf you’re like many job hunters these days you’re looking for ways to get a leg up on your competition in the job market. One place to start is with the large job search engines and job boards, like CareerBuilder.com and Monster.com. But don’t just rely on endless searches through the countless and sometimes non-descript job postings. Make sure you post your resume and profile information and make them available for prospective employers. Many companies will do a search for candidates that match specific job posting requirements, and when they do, you want them to find you. So tailor your resume to make yourself easy to find!

One of the best ways to be easy to find by employers you want to work for and jobs you want to have is to tailor your resume for the job you want. Keywords are key! In your profile and your resume be sure to include a number of different keywords that indicate your skills, experience and interests. For example, if you want to find a job as a marketing consultant specializing in sporting goods, include keywords or phrases such as sporting goods, sports marketing, marketing consultant and sporting goods consultant. Anything that might apply to the industry in which you wish to work and the position you hope to attain will help employers locate you. Additionally, in your profile on the job search sites, be sure to include any and all pertinent information related to your experience. This will help employers filter you in when doing a general search for qualifications.

It can be easy to get lost in the big job search sites. Give yourself an edge on the competition by including important keywords in your profile and your resume when you post them for potential employers to view. Adding keywords can give you the opportunity to found by more employers.

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Showing You Have Done Your Homework

August 12, 2009 By Leave a Comment

Job hunting tips always include the one that says you should do your homework about the company prior to an interview. So many of us do but when we get in the interview, it seems to be completely focused on us and our past that we never seem to get the chance to show we have researched the company. It is very important to find the opportunity to show that you have indeed done the research about the firm you are interviewing with.

When the interviewer asks if you have any questions, start with “I’ve noticed from my research that your firm…” Another opportunity is if the interviewer asks why you want to work for this company. You can name some of the philanthropic things the company has done, their policies, their achievements or anything else that you have learned about them. When asked the question “Why should we choose you over another applicant?” mention how your skills or beliefs fit something specific about the company. If all else fails, when leaving thank the interviewer and say what an honor it was to be interviewed at a company that has…

Take note of these subtle ways of showing your knowledge of the firm you are being interviewed for and you’ll be well on your way to impressing the recruiters.

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Job Hunting Tips

July 22, 2009 By Leave a Comment

Job hunting is more competitive than it has been in years. The present economy means that there are countless newly-unemployed people looking for the same jobs you are. Therefore it is more important than ever to know everything you can about job hunting skills.

Make sure everyone you know is aware that you are looking for a new job. Most jobs are never advertised and therefore if you are searching only in newspapers and online job sites, you are missing a lot of opportunities. Utilize social networking sites like Facebook, MySpace and Twitter to get it out there that you are looking for work. Just remember to use social networking wisely. Anything and everything that you put on the web is something that a potential employer can see. Therefore, choose wisely before you share too much in cyberspace.

Research companies in your area and check their websites. Jobs may be listed there that are not listed elsewhere. If you are interested in working for a particular firm, call them, send them your resume and follow it up with a phone call. Get the name of a contact person to speak with there.

Create a sensational resume, having spent a great deal of time on it. Have it proofread and critiqued by several people. Remember to tailor it to every job you apply on. It will make a huge difference in getting interviews, as the resume typically makes the very first impression that someone has of you. Grab them with a great “Career Objective” that is perfectly tied to the job you are seeking. Use resume buzz words and terms from their job description throughout the resume and cover letter to help cinch the fact that you are the perfect fit for the job.

Write thank you notes after a job interview. This is a crucial step that many people skip. Doing this one thing can make the difference between choosing you or someone else for the job. Be prompt with the note; send it the same day as the interview. Send thank you notes individually to all those who interviewed you. Reiterate your desire to work at the firm, your suitability for the job, add anything you may have forgotten to mention and above all, thank the interviewer for their time and the opportunity.

Prepare well for interviews. Learn everything you can about the company you are being interviewed for. Prior to the interview have intelligent questions formulated that show that you have knowledge of the company, because the interviewer will always ask if you have any questions. Practice the answers to typical interview questions. Write out the answers and rehearse them, so that you feel comfortable answering them during the stress of the interview. Have impeccable grooming and dress your best for the interview. Remember that first impressions are made in the first seconds you meet someone, so put your best foot forward, radiate confidence and offer a firm handshake to create the best impression possible.

Treat the job hunt like you would a job. Start early in the day and keep going until the end of the workday. Dress like you are going to work, or even better. Do not sink into the trap of depression because you are job hunting. Strive to do your best at job hunting, because that is your job if you are out of work.

By working hard and putting the required effort into your job hunt, you can be confident in the fact that you are doing all you possibly can to find a job. Be patient and use your imagination as you seek opportunities. Before you know it, you’ll find the perfect job just for you.

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