Use These Tools for a More Effective Job Search

Job Search

Whether it’s your very first job, you’re changing careers, or you’re looking for a new job in a field you’ve been in for a while, job searching is the process that helps you find job openings and to land your next position. Here’s what you can do to perform a job search more effectively.

Two Steps To Prepare for Your Job Search

There are two steps you should take before you start searching for a job. No matter where you’re starting from, these two steps are necessary.

Step 1: Go over the basics

First, you need to establish the basics. Use ResumeNerd to build a great resume, starting with a general resume that you can then customize for each job you apply to. Make a list of all your past jobs, including volunteer work, academic work, and internship work, from the last 10 years. You should also decide what your top skills are, so you can feature them throughout your job hunt.

Step 2: Define the job you’re looking for

Next, you need to know what you’re looking for in a job. Determine the job title you want and figure out whether you’re looking for an entry-level job or a higher-level job. Decide if you want a full-time job or a part-time job. Know whether you need to tailor your job for extenuating factors, like having children, dealing with disabilities, or not having certain certifications. Know where you want to work geographically because a job in New York is going to be much different than a job in Las Vegas or San Antonio. You need to know these points before you start applying to job postings.