The Hidden Job Market - Looking for Work in All the Wrong Places? [market job employment]
Another morning of job hunting lies ahead of you. You pour a cup of coffee and open the paper to the employment section. With a mixture of anticipation and desperation you pick up a stub of pencil and prepare to target and identify some possible job opportunities.
There are less ads to circle this morning and despite the promising words and vague descriptions you have begun to believe that none of these potential employers will seriously consider you. Perhaps they have family or friends or maybe you'll hear once again "I'm afraid you're overqualified for this position".
After making a few phone calls you try to get into a positive frame of mind. You head out the door, a folder of resumes in one hand and a list of addresses at the next. You will drop off a few resumes and have plans for an interview this afternoon.
Maybe today will be different...
Are you or a friend looking for work? Have you heard of acquaintances laid off from long-term employment only to find four or five months later that they are still unable to find a job?
If you think the only way to find a job is to have connections, you may be partly right. With such a demand for employment many jobs never make it to the paper. How can you compete? [market job employment]
NETWORKING
"Leave no stone unturned". Tell friends, family and acquaintances of your job search. These people can give you an 'IN' to their businesses when positions come available.
They may also hear of someone who is hiring and keep you updated on opportunities you may not otherwise have heard about. Their personal referral can also make an impression on the employer in your behalf.
NON-POSTED JOBS
You don't have to wait for a job to be listed in the paper, or even posted on the company board, to apply for work at a company.
Go through the phone book and make a list of companies you'd like to work for. Call and ask if there are any positions available. Ask for the name of the human resources manager or the individual in charge of hiring for the area you are applying to.
Send a resume and direct it to the person in charge of hiring. Write a cover letter that expresses your interest in the company and why you'd like to work for them. Follow up several days later and ask for the individual. Tell them you're checking to see that they received your resume and ask if there are any positions that may become available.
If they are not hiring suggest you'll check back at another time. Often positions are made available unexpectedly and by keeping in contact (without pestering) you may be the first person that comes to mind. [market job employment]
This is not a secret. If you're not taking advantage, someone else will. You can't afford to miss out on making yourself known to employers BEFORE the job posting is made public.
Accessing this hidden job market may open up opportunities you never thought possible. By staying one step ahead of other job searchers you can be sure that your new job is just around the corner!
by Shannon Emmanuel
Monday, December 10, 2007
How to Cope with the Stress of Self-Employment
How to Cope with the Stress of Self-Employment [employment job marketing]
We've all heard the freelancer boast, "I went to work in my pajamas today" or "Since I started working from home, I'm able to spend more time with my family."
Just as these are all wonderful and true, there are plenty of reasons for the self-employed entrepreneur to encounter terrific amounts of stress. Sometimes more than if they worked for a high-powered company.
Aside from the stress of having to find new clients and new jobs, freelances often experience stress because jobs come in crazy, sporadic bursts. One day your schedule is almost empty, and the next day it seems like you can barely keep up.
Deadlines can be overwhelming, and when one is overwhelmed, productivity plummets. The brain is no longer focused on creativity and action, but is scattered and reacting (not acting.)
When deadlines stack up, here's what to do. First, reduce stress by... Stopping. Sounds a bit radical, and it's really hard to do. But just stop. Listen to a great song. Go outside. Do anything that clears your mind for ten minutes.
Then Examine The Situation. There will be items that need to be done pronto, tasks that can be done later that day, and an exercise or two that can be done later in the week. [employment job marketing]
Sometimes an assignment will have to be delayed. It's hard to pick up the phone and make the call to say "I'd like to get a little more time on this job," but you'll be surprised to find how pleasantly effective this can be. Many clients often have no problem with a moderate delay. Give it a go, and give yourself one less stress factor.
Next, physically arrange the tasks before you in this manner. Yes, in stacks: Right Away, Later Today, Tomorrow, Delay.
You've just begun to take control of the situation. Even though the work ahead of you hasn't changed - it is still daunting - you will have the means and the organization to manage it.
If the nature of any of your tasks allow it, call upon a colleague who can help you. If you've never done this before, now is the perfect time to start. This form of subcontracting will cost you part of your profits, true... but in a pinch it allows you to get the job done, which is your number one priority. The nice thing about this sort of arrangement is your colleague will most likely send jobs your way when he or she gets overloaded.
It is easy to say that advanced scheduling and personal time management can ward off the majority of these problems. But the reality is... in the world of self employment, deadlines can go from zero to mind-boggling overnight. [employment job marketing]
The truth is, it's not a good idea on many levels to turn jobs down; and so we tend to take them all on. With a little resolve and these tricks up your sleeve, you'll get the jobs done well.
by Trish Andrews
We've all heard the freelancer boast, "I went to work in my pajamas today" or "Since I started working from home, I'm able to spend more time with my family."
Just as these are all wonderful and true, there are plenty of reasons for the self-employed entrepreneur to encounter terrific amounts of stress. Sometimes more than if they worked for a high-powered company.
Aside from the stress of having to find new clients and new jobs, freelances often experience stress because jobs come in crazy, sporadic bursts. One day your schedule is almost empty, and the next day it seems like you can barely keep up.
Deadlines can be overwhelming, and when one is overwhelmed, productivity plummets. The brain is no longer focused on creativity and action, but is scattered and reacting (not acting.)
When deadlines stack up, here's what to do. First, reduce stress by... Stopping. Sounds a bit radical, and it's really hard to do. But just stop. Listen to a great song. Go outside. Do anything that clears your mind for ten minutes.
Then Examine The Situation. There will be items that need to be done pronto, tasks that can be done later that day, and an exercise or two that can be done later in the week. [employment job marketing]
Sometimes an assignment will have to be delayed. It's hard to pick up the phone and make the call to say "I'd like to get a little more time on this job," but you'll be surprised to find how pleasantly effective this can be. Many clients often have no problem with a moderate delay. Give it a go, and give yourself one less stress factor.
Next, physically arrange the tasks before you in this manner. Yes, in stacks: Right Away, Later Today, Tomorrow, Delay.
You've just begun to take control of the situation. Even though the work ahead of you hasn't changed - it is still daunting - you will have the means and the organization to manage it.
If the nature of any of your tasks allow it, call upon a colleague who can help you. If you've never done this before, now is the perfect time to start. This form of subcontracting will cost you part of your profits, true... but in a pinch it allows you to get the job done, which is your number one priority. The nice thing about this sort of arrangement is your colleague will most likely send jobs your way when he or she gets overloaded.
It is easy to say that advanced scheduling and personal time management can ward off the majority of these problems. But the reality is... in the world of self employment, deadlines can go from zero to mind-boggling overnight. [employment job marketing]
The truth is, it's not a good idea on many levels to turn jobs down; and so we tend to take them all on. With a little resolve and these tricks up your sleeve, you'll get the jobs done well.
by Trish Andrews
Freelance Jobs- Be Your Own Boss
Freelance Jobs- Be Your Own Boss [Boss employment jobs]
A person who freelances is like an independent contractor. They take jobs in their field. Usually it is writing, photography, or web design. They contract people with their resumes and people hire them for specific jobs. An individual who freelances needs to work quickly without someone looking over his or her shoulder. They can complete jobs independently. There are many jobs that can be found on the Internet for someone who can freelance a specific type of employment.
A freelance worker makes their living going from job to job. Once a job ends they find someone else that needs a specific task accomplished and they work for them. A freelancer can go through many different employers each week. There are many types of jobs available and it can be a daunting task. This is because some days these individuals work and on other days they do not. It all depends on the demands of the job at hand. [Boss employment jobs]
Through certain websites a freelancer can find various work that they can do to make a living. This type of employment opportunity can be a nice change from other 9 to 5 jobs. The person can be their boss and does not need to commute if the job is mostly done from the home. Through Internet resources these jobs generally does not require out of the house maintenance.
A freelance worker can do their job from the comfort of their home. They search mostly online for an opportunity. These individuals show a keen sense of freedom. Another aspect of this type of work is the individual needs to be able to complete the job on time. All of these jobs require a person to be dependable as the person is on contract and the company that has hired them probably has a choice of individuals to do the job. So if one does not deliver, one has lost the business. On the other hand if the company is pleased with a persons job, in all probability, the next time a similar job comes up the company will automatically hire that person instead of going through the ritual of sifting through job applications. [Boss employment jobs]
There is, however. one disadvantage that one has to consider before taking on freelance as a career and that is the uncertainty of work. There are times when one may be flooded with jobs and on other days there may be no assignments for one to work on. As a result, there could be an uncertainty of income.
by Gauri Manikandan
A person who freelances is like an independent contractor. They take jobs in their field. Usually it is writing, photography, or web design. They contract people with their resumes and people hire them for specific jobs. An individual who freelances needs to work quickly without someone looking over his or her shoulder. They can complete jobs independently. There are many jobs that can be found on the Internet for someone who can freelance a specific type of employment.
A freelance worker makes their living going from job to job. Once a job ends they find someone else that needs a specific task accomplished and they work for them. A freelancer can go through many different employers each week. There are many types of jobs available and it can be a daunting task. This is because some days these individuals work and on other days they do not. It all depends on the demands of the job at hand. [Boss employment jobs]
Through certain websites a freelancer can find various work that they can do to make a living. This type of employment opportunity can be a nice change from other 9 to 5 jobs. The person can be their boss and does not need to commute if the job is mostly done from the home. Through Internet resources these jobs generally does not require out of the house maintenance.
A freelance worker can do their job from the comfort of their home. They search mostly online for an opportunity. These individuals show a keen sense of freedom. Another aspect of this type of work is the individual needs to be able to complete the job on time. All of these jobs require a person to be dependable as the person is on contract and the company that has hired them probably has a choice of individuals to do the job. So if one does not deliver, one has lost the business. On the other hand if the company is pleased with a persons job, in all probability, the next time a similar job comes up the company will automatically hire that person instead of going through the ritual of sifting through job applications. [Boss employment jobs]
There is, however. one disadvantage that one has to consider before taking on freelance as a career and that is the uncertainty of work. There are times when one may be flooded with jobs and on other days there may be no assignments for one to work on. As a result, there could be an uncertainty of income.
by Gauri Manikandan
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
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