Though certainly not over, there are finally some signs that this awful recession is turning a corner. The signs are pretty light, but nonetheless, very welcome. What does this mean for jobs and the unemployed? Per my last post, do not lie down. Per this post, do not get complacent. It doesn't really mean a heck of a lot to be blunt.
If you are unemployed, I actually prefer you not pay attention to the job data. It is almost irrelevant. Focus. Focus. Focus. Those are the three things I want you to concentrate on doing.
In the very near future, some corporations may begin opening up a little, and you want to be ready when that happens. You lie down or get complacent and you are almost sure to be unemployed for a while. This is all about Darwinism at this point.
My last post points out some of the things I think you should focus on. What I want to focus on with this post is one specific item. Recruiters.
You want to know how the job market really is? Find a recruiter in your local area and an experienced one that works within the industry you are skilled in and ask them. I believe they will have a better pulse then any news broadcast or data published on the Internet.
Recruiters are just as hungry as the unemployed. For many, their numbers are way down. Many folded up shop and have disappeared. Those that remain are the ones you want to connect with and establish a relationship. These are the experienced recruiters who have well established relationships with key organizations. These are the recruiters that survived what is billed to be the worst recession since the great depression.
Do not misunderstand what a job recruiter really is, as many unfortunately make the mistake of doing. Recruiters in fact are great bridges to currently available jobs, and future jobs - which can prove to be just as important.
So what kind of recruiter do you need? In my humble opinion, the answer to this question is an important one. Read one of my previous posts for more details.
If you have never used a recruiter in the past, I ask, what do you have to lose? I highly recommend giving it a try.
As a reminder, if you haven't already created a FREE, no strings attached account at http://www.myjobcast.com, then I also highly recommend doing that as well. Get your FREE coupon code at http://www.jtlservices.com - found right on the home page.
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Monday, August 3, 2009
Hang in There
Times are tough. Times are very tough. For those of us who are fortunate to be earning an income, we sometimes forget or don't fully realize how bad it is out there for so many Americans.
For those who are dealing with the severity of losing a job and not yet having one, I am begging you to not lay down. These are times to use to reorganize, and reformulate your career agenda. For many, this task can seem daunting and overwhelming. Create a short list of "To Do" items and take this seemingly overwhelming task one step at a time.
Though there are many things you can do to plan out the next phase of your career, here are a few recommendations:
Get your resume cleaned up, organized and up to date. (Read Update Your Resume and Resume Advice) There is so much free data out there on the Internet on how to create a solid resume. Use this information and create the best resume you can.
Prepare professional job references.
Having them upfront can be very beneficial. (Read Importance of References)
Be positive as a whole.
If you cant do that, then at least be positive in any interviews that you are fortunate enough to land. (Read Be Enthusiastic and Practice Your Pitch)
If you aren't using a recruiter, consider doing so.
(Read Recruiters Make Great Bridges). When using a recruiter, you should use one that actually understands the industry you are seeking to gain employment. These experienced recruiters may already have very helpful information for you as well as have contacts within the industry that can lead to a job placement. (Read How Many Recruiters Do You Need?)
Use online tools that are proven and that will provide you with what you need vs. many services that are useless.
There are so many online services out there that claim to help you with your job seeking and placement when in fact they are in the game of collecting information from you - their member. JTL Services, Inc. created a great online application that can help you with your job search and placement. The tool is free to use and has no motive except to help you. (Read Job Connection Tools That Can Really Work For You)
Though we are not out of the woods yet, we may have passed the height of this recession. Much information out there suggests the job market may take another full year or more to recover, but we may have turned a corner. Either way, hang in there. This is no time to stay negative. If you lost your job, that is awful. Be frustrated, be upset, but be responsible. Do not let it drag you down and then keep you down. Those that plan and stay positive and relentless towards success, will be successful!
For those who are dealing with the severity of losing a job and not yet having one, I am begging you to not lay down. These are times to use to reorganize, and reformulate your career agenda. For many, this task can seem daunting and overwhelming. Create a short list of "To Do" items and take this seemingly overwhelming task one step at a time.
Though there are many things you can do to plan out the next phase of your career, here are a few recommendations:
Get your resume cleaned up, organized and up to date. (Read Update Your Resume and Resume Advice) There is so much free data out there on the Internet on how to create a solid resume. Use this information and create the best resume you can.
Prepare professional job references.
Having them upfront can be very beneficial. (Read Importance of References)
Be positive as a whole.
If you cant do that, then at least be positive in any interviews that you are fortunate enough to land. (Read Be Enthusiastic and Practice Your Pitch)
If you aren't using a recruiter, consider doing so.
(Read Recruiters Make Great Bridges). When using a recruiter, you should use one that actually understands the industry you are seeking to gain employment. These experienced recruiters may already have very helpful information for you as well as have contacts within the industry that can lead to a job placement. (Read How Many Recruiters Do You Need?)
Use online tools that are proven and that will provide you with what you need vs. many services that are useless.
There are so many online services out there that claim to help you with your job seeking and placement when in fact they are in the game of collecting information from you - their member. JTL Services, Inc. created a great online application that can help you with your job search and placement. The tool is free to use and has no motive except to help you. (Read Job Connection Tools That Can Really Work For You)
Though we are not out of the woods yet, we may have passed the height of this recession. Much information out there suggests the job market may take another full year or more to recover, but we may have turned a corner. Either way, hang in there. This is no time to stay negative. If you lost your job, that is awful. Be frustrated, be upset, but be responsible. Do not let it drag you down and then keep you down. Those that plan and stay positive and relentless towards success, will be successful!
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