Do they same old job search methods still work in an ecomonic downturn? - 20 views

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  #1 Leslie Camacho on 14 May 09

   

  Do they same old job search methods still work in an ecomonic downturn?
  
  Is it just enough to create a resume and submit it anymore? How about now that we are in this global economic crises? Have you notied changes in peoples' job search strategies?

   

  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Do they same old job search methods still work in an ecomonic downturn? <br /> <br /> Is it just enough to create a resume and submit it anymore? How about now that we are in this global economic crises? Have you notied changes in peoples' job search strategies?</div>

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  #3 Leslie Camacho on 18 May 09

   

  Hi Liz,
  
  Thank you for your response.
  
  It's true that many people are scared that they will be eliminated from a potential job, when there are so few to be found, because of salary, fringe, or status. As a result they take less than satisfying jobs. But diversifying ones job search, just like a diversified finical portfolio, will result in more satisfying options (yes, that's plural!) even in a down economy. Employment options should suite them realistically in what they are seeking and position them for their next career move. The latter is critic because it can take twice as long to recoup from a less than favorable job once the economy improves.
  
  Look at these bookmarked articles for specific information:
  
  The 'Magic Bullet' for a Job Search!
  Career Q&A: How Long Does It Take To Find a New Job? - WSJ.com
  
  Hope this helps,
  
  -L
  
  Liz Iannotti wrote:
  
  > I can only speak from the experience of friends, who seem to be using the same strategies but applying for lesser positions (lower slaaries, less prestige). I think people need to explore newer methods, but what are those methods?
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  > Leslie Camacho wrote:
  > > Do they same old job search methods still work in an ecomonic downturn?
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  > > Is it just enough to create a resume and submit it anymore? How about now that we are in this global economic crises? Have you notied changes in peoples' job search strategies?

   

  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Hi Liz, <br /> <br /> Thank you for your response. <br /> <br /> It's true that many people are scared that they will be eliminated from a potential job, when there are so few to be found, because of salary, fringe, or status. As a result they take less than satisfying jobs. But diversifying ones job search, just like a diversified finical portfolio, will result in more satisfying options (yes, that's plural!) even in a down economy. Employment options should suite them realistically in what they are seeking and position them for their next career move. The latter is critic because it can take twice as long to recoup from a less than favorable job once the economy improves. <br /> <br /> Look at these bookmarked articles for specific information: <br /> <br /> The 'Magic Bullet' for a Job Search! <br /> Career Q&A: How Long Does It Take To Find a New Job? - WSJ.com <br /> <br /> Hope this helps, <br /> <br /> -L <br /> <br /> Liz Iannotti wrote: <br /> <br /> > I can only speak from the experience of friends, who seem to be using the same strategies but applying for lesser positions (lower slaaries, less prestige). I think people need to explore newer methods, but what are those methods? <br /> > <br /> > Leslie Camacho wrote: <br /> > > Do they same old job search methods still work in an ecomonic downturn? <br /> > > <br /> > > Is it just enough to create a resume and submit it anymore? How about now that we are in this global economic crises? Have you notied changes in peoples' job search strategies?</div>

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  #4 Belinda Wilson on 23 Jun 09

   

  As a employee of Workforce1, I have seen the number of people coming into the center dramatically increase in number the last year. I have also seen the level of frustration in these customers rise, understandably. A common case seems to be that a customer is unsure how to navigate this new and uncertain job market. While previously applying online to jobs, they would recieve responses quickly. Now, they are hearing back less often, if at all. The previous generation of workers is having an even harder time, as many workers who have been laid off have been in their positions for a decade (or more) and some have never had to create a resume adn are unfamiliar with the internet, internet job search or job applications. As the economy gets worse, the opportunities become less, and there is more competition for the jobs that are available. This has created an employers dream-where they have greater choice of candidates, but leaves the job seeker at a disadvantage. The job seeker can now expand their area of job search to 'lesser' positions, or, as many articles have been suggesting lately, utilize the time to explore oneself, ones goals and do some serious career exploration.
  For those who do not fit in either of these categories finds themselves at a loss. From 90% of the customer that I have talked to that have found new jobs, the answer is the same; they had a personal connection. A resume tells us so little; it tells nothing of the persons personality, their work habits, or their interpersonal skills. One candidate may have two years less experience than another, but may be a perfect fit for the company. The employer rarely finds this out, because the candidates resume has been discarded and the candidate was not called in for an interview.
  Networking, and making professional connections are the methods that I have seen that have had the most success in this economy. A personal recommendation to a position or the ability for an employer to meet someone face to face give the candidate a competitive edge over a name on a resume. I have also seen sucess from internships or volunteer work. If the internship is sucessful, the company knows the candidate can already do the work, and if there are no immediate openings, the job seeker still has access to a valuable contact within the feild.
  Although it is difficult and frightening for a lot of job seekers, the new method of job search seems to be focused on networking, whether it be in person through interest groups, memberships or alumni assocations or virtual (even diigo!)

   

  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">As a employee of Workforce1, I have seen the number of people coming into the center dramatically increase in number the last year. I have also seen the level of frustration in these customers rise, understandably. A common case seems to be that a customer is unsure how to navigate this new and uncertain job market. While previously applying online to jobs, they would recieve responses quickly. Now, they are hearing back less often, if at all. The previous generation of workers is having an even harder time, as many workers who have been laid off have been in their positions for a decade (or more) and some have never had to create a resume adn are unfamiliar with the internet, internet job search or job applications. As the economy gets worse, the opportunities become less, and there is more competition for the jobs that are available. This has created an employers dream-where they have greater choice of candidates, but leaves the job seeker at a disadvantage. The job seeker can now expand their area of job search to 'lesser' positions, or, as many articles have been suggesting lately, utilize the time to explore oneself, ones goals and do some serious career exploration. <br /> For those who do not fit in either of these categories finds themselves at a loss. From 90% of the customer that I have talked to that have found new jobs, the answer is the same; they had a personal connection. A resume tells us so little; it tells nothing of the persons personality, their work habits, or their interpersonal skills. One candidate may have two years less experience than another, but may be a perfect fit for the company. The employer rarely finds this out, because the candidates resume has been discarded and the candidate was not called in for an interview. <br /> Networking, and making professional connections are the methods that I have seen that have had the most success in this economy. A personal recommendation to a position or the ability for an employer to meet someone face to face give the candidate a competitive edge over a name on a resume. I have also seen sucess from internships or volunteer work. If the internship is sucessful, the company knows the candidate can already do the work, and if there are no immediate openings, the job seeker still has access to a valuable contact within the feild. <br /> Although it is difficult and frightening for a lot of job seekers, the new method of job search seems to be focused on networking, whether it be in person through interest groups, memberships or alumni assocations or virtual (even diigo!)</div>

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