Job Tips

Finding work, is work! Job searching can be challenging. There are many ups and downs, but there are some key things to remember when you are looking for work.

 

 

Here are Some Helpful Tips:

- Have a winning resume. While you may be very pleased with your resume, it is always a good idea to seek a

  second opinion.  Pay attention to spelling and grammatical errors---the number one turnoff among employers.

- Take advantage of networking opportunities.  Most jobs found in the hidden job market come from

  conversations with people you know, or someone who knows you.

- Get to know the organization / company that you are applying to.

  The more you know, the more confident you will be should you be interviewed for a position with the firm.

- Practice your interview skills.  Have someone ask you potential questions and rehearse your answers.

- Get to know staff who work at Employment Ontario offices. They are frequently contacted by employers who

  don't want to publicly place job ads and are looking for "quiet referrals."

- Don't just drop off your resume.  Make a phone call and request a meeting with a hiring manager that you think

  would be interested in your skills.  You'll be surprised at how many of these appointments lead to

  new job opportunities.

- Know your labour market.  Do plenty of research on who is hiring, who is laying off, and what are the

  labour market trends of the future.

For more Job Tips visit Algonquin College Community Employment Services at 141 Lake Street in Pembroke.  Our services are free.