3 Creative Job Search Tactics

It's a fact: the best jobs attract loads of competition. So it pays to do whatever you can to stand out as a persistent, creative candidate, one that any sane employer would love to hire.

But how can you do that, in this impersonal age of email, chat rooms and mega job sites?

Easy. Just do what has worked for others.

Here are 3 mini case studies from job hunters who got hired by creatively persisting and going after the positions they really wanted.

How can you emulate them?

1) Follow up creatively and get them talking

"I remember one job seeker trying to transition from geologist into a position as a copywriter in an advertising agency," recalls Elizabeth Laukka, National Recruiter for Wells Fargo Home Mortgage in Minneapolis.

"He sent me a resume and work portfolio, then a few days later sent a follow-up note with a stone attached, that read: 'I am tired of being taken for granite in my current industry,'" says Laukka.

Now, you may or may not love puns, but you have to love what happened next ...

"His persistence stood out from a creativity standpoint. But more than that, he took the trouble to find out the name of the hiring manager and sent him the same excellent resume, portfolio and follow-up rock," says Laukka.

So, not only did this candidate show creativity by sending stones in the mail, he started a conversation at the agency by mailing his materials to two people: the HR person and the hiring manager. This got them both talking to each other.

Did it work?

"We offered him the job," says Laukka.

2) Prove your enthusiasm by showing up, and showing up, and ...

Enthusiasm is a wonderful kind of wild card that can trump potential negatives in the minds of employers. And it can get you hired.

Here's proof ...

"I was hiring manager at a retail business, looking for a 'mature' individual for a customer service position," says Los Angeles-based job search expert David Portney (Confidencenow.com/secret.htm)

"A lot of applicants came in, but none really fit. Among them was a young man named Michael. He was dressed to impress, had a charming and polite demeanor, but he didn't match my 'mature' requirement, so I turned him away," says Portney.

But Michael didn't take "No" for an answer.

"A couple of days later, Michael came back, and politely asked: 'Have you filled the position yet?' I told him that I appreciated his follow-up, but that he did not fit the position. He thanked me for my time and left," says Portney.

This didn't stop Michael.

He came back a few days later ... and was again turned away. So Michael came back a third time. Mildly exasperated, Portney started to show him the door, but Michael dropped a bomb.

"He looked me in the eye and said, 'I realize I'm not the ideal candidate. But I want to tell you this -- I think this store is fantastic and I'd be very proud to work here. If you give me the opportunity to prove myself, I'll be one of the best, most reliable employees you've ever had," says Portney.

"I was so impressed that I hired him on the spot. And he proved to be a hard-working employee who delivered stellar customer service that was great for business! He even worked his way into a managerial position," says Portney

(How many times have YOU stopped at the first "No"? Michael didn't. And he got hired. Food for thought.)

3) Prove your skills by following up

If you're applying for a job in which follow-up is important, such as sales, your persistence after submitting your resume can lead to more interviews.

So says Dale Gustafson, Manager for Bloomington, Minn.-based Management Recruiters International.

"For individuals applying for a sales job, tracking down the hiring authority and calling them can be effective. Because any good sales person should excel at finding and cold calling decision makers. So if I am recruiting on a sales position and I get a call from someone who has submitted a resume, I will take the call," says Gustafson.

Does it work?

"I have submitted sales candidates to clients that I otherwise would not have, because they called me following up on their resume. Of course, the candidate must say more than, 'What's happening with my resume?' I expect a polished sales presentation about why they feel this may be the right position for them," says Gustafson.

So there you have it. Three success stories you can learn from to find your next job faster.

Now, go out and make your own luck!

Kevin Donlin is contributing co-author of "Guerrilla Marketing for Job Hunters 2.0." Since 1996, he has provided job-search help to more than 20,000 people. For a free Guerrilla Job Search audio CD, visit http://www.MyNewJobHunt.com

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Job-hunting tips and tactics - the search for job leads

"Knock 3 Times"

Time-Tested Job Search Tips:

They plan enough time to do the job properly. Our three-step approach requires about a month. After the bulk of the employment of "experts" at least half of your time exploring the job should be paid to job leads, and rehearse for interviews.

Commit your time, effort and adequate finances. To be successful, you should reflect the search quality, professional concepts, and the economicThink. Employ different approaches to see what works: direct mail (as our three-step approach), networking (see above), responding to classifieds and search on the Internet. Keep track of your mailings, interviews and other activities so that you know what works and why. In this way you can tailor your job-hunting campaign and make it more efficient and cost effective. Persistent be made - not aggressive - and do not be laconic secretaries buffalo. As long as you maintain yourcool and manners, you get the information you need. Of course you can always try calling early in the morning or later in the day and try to reach your planned destination directly.

Visit your local Department of Labor (DOL) office. DOL has to review numerous job offers to you as soon as you logged on the benefits you've paid, as well as veterans services, guidance, equipment and facilities that deal you are looking for in your job.

Get organized. You can alsoNeed to have spoken to you, and remember it, and the results of this meeting. Watch out for a "lessons learned" file that you are prepared for the next interview.
Create a "To Do" list every day. This helps you to organize priorities, to make use of services and focus on job-search. It also keep you from overlooking important activities, events or follow-up tasks.

Be ready. Carry copies of your resume at all times. There is also a smart ideahave new copies of your resume "on hand" if you are invited to an interview in the last minute.

Discover everything about employers in your field. Stay informed about current issues and developments in the industry. Read professional journals, trade publications and local newspapers. In fact, most big cities, "Business Journal" to publish the invaluable service plans of enterprises and organizations.
It is very impressive in an interview, if you have the latest merger or coup knowin the industry. You also learn about the culture of the organization. Employee and family? (ZB) childcare. Average age of employees, racial mix and prevailing gender? You can transfer data like these from annual reports, newsletters, identify local public, and talk with employees.

Create a contact database. Make note of the employer in touch with you., The day you have your CV and made contacts, people who speak, and notes about those contacts. Keep a notepad with you at allTime and take notes as you hear a chance to leave or, if you had an interview. Make sure to update your database daily.

Follow up with leads immediately. If you inquire about the situation at the end of the day, you call when you are organized. Do not wait until the next day.

"Cold call" organizations and setting up information visits. " In this way you will be the people who meet in the areas or departments, where you are often used. You must take the initiative andmeet potential employers face to face. Information visits, you can do without the stress and stigma of the typical interview situation. In this show more conversational setting, it is for your "host" on jobs or names of contact persons of common, over which he or she knows.

You target your resume. Make sure that your resume is designed for employers who receive it. Be sure that your resume easy to read and highlight the important details. Create incorporate more than one back whenyou're applying more than one sector. You could also expand the areas in which you list skills. For example, if you are in the areas of marketing, you probably also involved in sales and promotion. Find out what makes you good at what you enjoy doing, and to bring to market services and skills in your resume.

Prepare an "elevator speech." Development and remember a three-or four-minute overview of your skills, experience and benefits. You never know who you are, then meet or when. Be prepared! KnowTheir skills and how they communicate. You must be willing to potential employers and others to get to know you about the benefits that you provide. You must be able to discuss your skills, and these relate to the industries that interest you.

Learn how to talk about himself. While your job search, talk to many people at different levels. You must be good you feel and discuss your talents with other people. Note that you can never know whoat the end to be useful to search for your job.

Practice for each interview. Samples is the key to good performance during the interviews. Ask anticipate friends, relatives, or Career Services advisor to formulate strong answers to questions that are not using. Listen to our "Effective Interview Techniques" cassette or CD, and get ready.

Stay confident. Job search takes time and energy. Stay positive and get ready for the challenges of the future. Not be unhappy if youJust graduated and still looking for work. Most students find jobs after graduation. And you can - if you carry out your job in a professional, disciplined, and timely implementation.

Time-Tested Internet Tips:
• Focus your resume on the type of work you have done and where you hope to find a job. It is essential to the future employers will recognize your skills and benefits that could bring you to his or her organization.
• Do not make yourCV "too busy" with boxes, fancy fonts or interactive links. It must reflect a professional look and sound.
• Do not use your employer's resources - Internet access, computers, photocopiers and printers. (And certainly not the franking machine!)
• Make sure your CV and written translation on the Internet. In some writings, it is hard to say, an "I" of an "l"
• Make sure your Web-based e-mail account has a business-like name. ProspectiveEmployers probably will not click on these handles as "CoolChick" or "Loverboy."
• Protect your privacy with the job search on the Internet - especially when posting your resume to various search engines. Some employers do not have control over such sites to see if people show up names.
• Send your resume pasted as "in" document rather than a "facility". Often, the latter in the "Net Bermuda Triangle are lost."
• Always with a cover letter that a summaryRequirements described in the advertisement to which you are responding, and having regard to the benefits you bring to the organization. Also, since this is the only way to you, it's a great idea to thank the work of poster for the review of your template or application.

Internet Search Engine Tips:
• Use a keyword search (eg "author") for a broad. If too many are refining: "Technical Writer." "Tweak" search until you find the income you receivewant.
• You can provide an indication of geographical location (Missouri, for example, focus), or salary range ($ 20,000 to $ 30,000). It takes time, but eventually you will be close to the job postings that match your criteria.
• Use you spend much time for searching the Internet. Only about 1% of jobseekers find work in this way - and are usually in high-tech computers or Net-related work, or senior management level (CEO, CFO or President) leadership positions.

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