Covering All The Bases

COVERING ALL THE BASES

How People Find Jobs

1. Apply directly to employer = RESEARCH

2. Ask friends and relatives about jobs = NETWORKING

3. Answer newspaper ads = ADS

4. Private employment agencies = AGENCIES

5. Government/employment services/career centers = INTERNET and JOB POSTINGS

***** The 5 Star Plan *****

1. RESEARCH -
a. Library (directories, chamber listings)
b. Business newspapers, magazines
c. Trade journals

2. NETWORKING -
a. Personal contacts
b. Professional contacts
c. Informational interviewing

3. ADS -
a. Current listings
b. Company information

4. AGENCIES -
a. Temporary
b. Permanent

5. INTERNET and JOB POSTINGS -
a. Internet sites
b. Department of Labor (in person or on-line)
c. College/Career Centers

** The key to success is following up and staying on top of activity. **