Showing posts with label Jobs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jobs. Show all posts

August 4, 2024

Job Hunting for Freshers


Who will Tell the Truth?
Every year, year after year, I get utterly hit by the fresher season. Nothing has changed over the years. They remain as lost.Have we forgotten that job hunting for freshers comprises of decision making at a gun point? From a world where marks are the ultimate decision maker of choice, we push them into choosing career paths that the majority cannot translate into a picture of reality. 

Why do they have to learn the hard way? 
Reality is about asking what, how and why? But where are the answers to be found? I go to some of these career orientation programmes in schools. And I wonder who is going to tell them that travel jobs are not about traveling, nor hotel jobs about food, and neither are IT jobs about green cards! And if you want to believe that it is all crap, I suggest you go to a career counselor who deals in foreign education. Well, then you get to know the reality after paying some good money not only to them, but to some foreign Government. If you cannot translate reality into a career environment then the old fashioned way of trial and error may be more practical. It may take time to learn but is definitely cheaper and you have the luxury of wasting time to realize that all career choices are reversible or at least convertible.And what about the girls who are still wondering about the perfect choice – one that combines bread winning with marriage and kids? Well, you tell her there is no such thing! 
I really don’t have the guts!

August 1, 2024

Follow Through: Strategies to Keep You in The Interview Game

Follow Through: Strategies and Scripts to Keep You in The Interview Game

The word "succeed" comes from the Latin succedere -- to go up or follow after. Succeed is a verb, indicating action. To succeed in your search, you will need to act and follow through, often well beyond what you think should be required. One of the biggest mistakes job seekers make is thinking that "the ball is in the employer's court." The fact is, the ball is permanently in your court. 

Rather than being passive, be persistent! 

You can always be doing something to keep things moving, as these before and after examples show:
Before (passive): "I've submitted my resume online, and now I'm just waiting to hear something from the company."
After (persistent): "I've submitted my resume online, and now I'm working on finding contacts inside the company."
Or:
Before (passive): "The interviewer told me that he'd be getting back to me in a week, but it's been two and I haven't heard anything." 
After (persistent): "When I didn't hear back from the interviewer in the timeframe he mentioned, I touched base with my contact in accounting and asked her advice on how to follow up. She said she'd ask around to find out what she could and also recommended that I attend the upcoming industry association meeting because it would likely give me a chance to run into the interviewer."
Or:
Before (passive): "I'm excited because it looks like I'm a top candidate for the position and I'm just waiting to hear about a third interview." 
After (persistent): "I'm excited about this opportunity, but at the same time, I'm not putting all my eggs in one basket. While I wait, I've done some calling and managed to line up two interviews with other companies."

Here are some strategies for following through before the interview. There's a fine line to walk between being persistent and being a pest. The following strategies will ensure that you come across to interviewers as a proactive professional (and not a pain in the posterior)!

Follow Through After Applying Online 

It's not enough to find openings on an employer's Web site, attach your resume, and click "Submit." You must follow through and connect with people in the company, preferably the hiring manager or people who influence the hiring decision. 
Peripheral contacts -- those who do not influence the hiring decision directly but have knowledge about the company, the position, or the hiring manager's preferences -- are also be critical to your success.

Ideally, it's best to find a referring employee prior to applying at the employer's Web site. When you do, the insider can give you tips about applying. You can also include the person's name on your online application because most large companies have an employee referral process that earns employees cash and other incentives for referring a new hire.

March 11, 2010

Career Opportunities After Completing PGDM

Today,PGDM Program is the most popular amongst the young people because it provides them skills and frameworks that are essential for advancement of your career as manager. By earning this PGDM an individual can broadening his educational horizons. It also prepares him for the leadership positions. This program provides us knowledge about various subjects such as accounting, economics, finance, operations management, marketing, organizational behavior and project management and many more. So we can choose our interested subject and can make our career in our interested field. PGDM is a two years post graduate diploma program that brings a lot of career opportunities for everyone.

Government - Corporate - NGO

Government Jobs

Many of us usually think that an PGDM is good for business man to develop his business. But after completing PGDM, we can also a decent Government job. For Government jobs, we should be a big thinker as well as a team player too. This program is very useful for a career in a government agency.

Corporate Sector

Marketing
People, who want to build their careers in the field of marketing, you should be able to create effective marketing strategies as well as good communication skills for conveying their messages to people more efficiently. An PGDM program provides theoretical knowledge and practical marketing skills to its students.
Finance
For making a career in finance, one should be quick thinker, having high energy levels and require having patience to deal with clients. PGDM in Finance is the best way to determine, if you want to build a successful Career in Finance.
HR
Human resource Management or Personnel Management is a specialised field exclusively for management graduates. It require them to fulfill the responsibilities of hiring, maintaining and motivating the employees.

Non-profit Organizations

After completing PGDM, we can also find a good job in non-profit organizations too. It will be very good for us in the involvement of non-profit organization. As an PGDM graduate, it will be very rewarding for financially and emotionally that our talents are making a positive difference in people lives.



Jobs & Career Opportunities After PGDM

With a PGDM, you are destined to have a great career. There are many career choices in front of you, below are some of the best careers you can consider. They belong to various different fields as with a PGDM, you get the advantage of choice. Here are some careers to consider. 

 

Business Consultant

The consultancy industry has witnessed a sea change over the past few decades and it is booming like never before across the globe. This industry has created immense job opportunities for management degree holders who have specialized knowledge within a particular subdomain of the management field. As per the latest trends, top national and international companies are hiring candidates directly from the colleges and universities that are offering the PGDM program. As a management student, you will be trained keeping in view all the requirements of the industry. You will develop-

             The ability to provide consultation in the most crucial management related matters.

             Critical and analytical thinking.

             The ability to lead, and

             The zeal to take ownership of your actions.

Investment Banker 

The main job of an investment banker is to help companies raise money. Invest bankers are hired by other companies to be their financial advisors and help them grow their company from one level to another. Invest bankers may also provide advice to individuals, but their services are not cheap. But this is quite rare. Their services are mostly reserved for companies and even governments. You will learn about all the financial markets in a country and should know how to raise capital without putting the company, the lender or the financial market at risk.

Brand Manager 

The brand is the identity of a company that people can recognise and relate to. And brand managers are the people behind brand creation and brand perception. Their main job is to create a brand identity for the company they are working for. From creating logos and designs to creating brand communication, they are responsible for how the brand is represented in the media. They also have to develop future marketing strategies and create a positive online perception of the brand.

IT Marketing Head 

The main job of the IT marketing head is to market the company’s IT products. Most IT companies develop IT related products and services, and the marketing head ensures that these products and services are known to other companies. However, to be able to know these products and services, they also have to be IT and technology experts. They also have to play a role in the development and packaging of these products and services. This may require them to travel overseas to different countries. An IT marketing head has to be an expert in international business laws. 

Hospitality & Tourism Manager 

One of the world’s most thriving industries is hospitality and tourism. Sometimes, hospitality management and tourism management can be two completely different things. Hospitality managers are usually part of hospitality-based businesses like hotels, restaurant chains, resort and amusement park franchises and more. Their main job is to ensure all guests are comfortable and well looked after. They also have to resolve customer complaints and take feedback on how to improve hospitality services. They are also in charge of quality checks and controls. They are responsible for  creating tour packages and itineraries to ensuring the smooth execution of a trip, they are the ones responsible for people having enjoyable tours. They have to manage all the people involved in a tour and ensure there are no issues.

Sales Manager 

Sales are what drives business, and it is probably the most important department in the business. Sales managers are people in charge of the salespeople and department. They have to manage all the teams and ensure they are making all the sales targets. The managers set targets for the sales teams and have to help make sales strategies. Sales managers also have to work closely with the branding and advertising department to ensure the right communication is being presented to the public. They are also an important part of the product and service packaging.

Business Development Manager

As the title suggests, business development managers are responsible for business development. Their position does require a bit of sale and marketing, but they have other responsibilities as well. Along with increasing sales, they also have to ensure the company and its operations are growing and improving. Business development managers have to look for potential customers and new markets they can expand into. They have to attend trade fairs, conferences, expos and more where they can further the business.

Marketing Manager

Marketing Managers hold a pivotal role in an organization's success. They craft comprehensive marketing strategies, analyzing market trends, consumer behavior, and competition. These professionals possess a blend of analytical skills and creative thinking, allowing them to create effective campaigns that boost brand visibility and attract and retain customers. They work on various aspects of marketing, including market research, advertising, and product positioning.

Digital Marketing Manager

Digital Marketing Managers specialize in online marketing channels in today's digital age. They are experts in optimizing websites for search engines (SEO), running effective social media campaigns, email marketing, and overseeing online advertising. Proficiency in a range of digital tools and platforms is crucial for success. These professionals are adept at data analysis and constantly adapt to evolving online trends.

Retail Manager

Retail Managers are at the helm of the operation of retail stores. They manage staff, inventory, and customer service. Their ultimate goal is to ensure that the store meets and exceeds its sales targets. Success in this role requires strong leadership qualities, excellent customer service skills, inventory management, and a knack for visual merchandising.

Operations Manager

Operations Managers are responsible for optimizing an organization's daily functions. They evaluate and enhance processes to ensure maximum efficiency and productivity. Strong analytical skills are necessary to identify areas for improvement. The focus extends to supply chain efficiency, quality control, and cost optimization.

 Risk Analyst 

Mitigating risks is one of the most important jobs in any business, especially in times of market volatility. The risk analyst’s main job is to analyse risk in the market and prepare reports and strategies to circumvent the risks. Business decisions based on analysis have proven to be far more effective, making the job of a risk analyst that much more important. They have to prepare detailed reports on the markets, stating all the risks involved. They have to be adept at all forms of analysis like PEST analysis and SWOT analysis. They also have to be proficient in using the latest risk analytics software.

Financial Analyst 

The financial analyst analyses the financial standing of a business. It’s their job to look after all the financial dealings of the company and make suggestions for improvement. They are also in charge of the accounting and finance of the company. They have to study the market and make detailed reports based on which the company management can make decisions. They also recommend investments to their companies. Independent financial analysts can offer their services to anyone, and charge a fee for their services. 

Communication & PR Manager 

The communication & PR manager is responsible for all the communication put out in the media by the company. They are the ones who create this communication along in consultation with the senior management. They have to represent the company in media and even conduct press meets and press conferences. They have to ensure that the company always has a positive representation in the media. 

In case there is any negative publicity, the communication and PR manager has to ensure to counter the negativity and get all the correct facts out. They also manage the social media accounts of the company. Online reputation management has become an important aspect of any business, and the communication & PR managers have to be adept at handling this new phenomenon.

Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Managers are crucial in efficiently moving products from procurement to distribution. Their primary objective is to optimize logistics and inventory systems, reducing costs and enhancing efficiency. Strong organizational skills and analytical thinking are vital to excel in this role. They need to manage complex networks of suppliers, production, and distribution channels.

Healthcare & Hospital Manager

Healthcare & Hospital Managers are pivotal in the smooth operation of healthcare facilities in the healthcare sector. They are responsible for ensuring compliance with complex healthcare regulations, maintaining high standards of patient care, and managing budgets. A deep understanding of healthcare management and regulations and strong organizational skills are fundamental for this role.

Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for guiding projects from initiation to successful completion. They must oversee resources, budgets, timelines, and teams to meet project objectives. Exceptional organizational and leadership skills are critical in this role. Project Managers often work in diverse industries, managing projects from construction to IT implementations.

Business Management Faculty

There is no dearth of people who still link business degrees and diplomas only with managerial or even executive-level jobs. But, the scenario is completely different. Teaching is also one of the most respected and rewarding career options. Over the past two decades, the number of management colleges and institutions has gone to a new high. It is because of the ever-growing demand for trained management professionals from across the industry sectors. This is why the demand for qualified and trained teachers in India and across the globe is always on the rise.

 

New Field Of PGDM In Business Analytics

The new emerging field of PGDM In Business Analytics offers the following opportunities. 

·         Data Scientist

The responsibilities include analyzing and incorporating the data to establish current trends in business. In simpler terms, the work that you do should help the company in maneuvering its overall performance. A data scientist should be well acquainted with information technology to comprehend and come up with the solution required in a short duration of time. 

·         Market Researcher

Here the main role is to assess the market conditions to determine whether a service will thrive or not. As experts, you will help businesses in deciding what services the consumers are looking out for and at what rate. 

·         Management Analyst

As a management analyst, you will be responsible to contribute to a business’s maximum usage of profitable resources. For this role, you need to have great communication skills, as well as a persuasive personality. 

·         Relationship Manager

Your main responsibility here will be to advise clients in either retail or consumer banking. This would include everything from serving clients with account facts and figures to providing financial investment support.

·         Customer Service Analyst

This particular job includes analyzing a service department’s functioning and recommending tips to boost their efficiency and in turn deliver client satisfaction.

·         System Analyst

Your role here is to make sure that the computer’s performance is well maintained and improved as and when required for its clients. Here it is required for you to have precision reasoning and the ability to explain complex ideas to others as this is the main foundation of this career path.

·         Business Analyst

This role requires you to do more than just analyze the data! You should be able to find new ways to boost the client’s profits, manage resources, and map out a system that is in line with the client’s current demand.

·         Logistician

As the name suggests you will be responsible to oversee purchasing, shipping, and the management of inventory. You will be directing the movement of a variety of products, supplies, and services.

·         Sales & Market Analyst

You will be responsible for keeping an eye on the dynamics of the stock market and the supply-demand chain. The most crucial part here is to be able to sell the company’s product/service as much as possible. 


February 18, 2010

NOIDA MBA JOB OPENING

NOIDA MBA JOB OPENING-IDC TECHNOLOGIES
December 23rd, 2009 Posted by VFreshers

Job Title : Recruitment Executive (Noida) (BPO)

Company name : IDC Technologies Sol. (I) Pvt. Ltd

About Company :
IDC Technologies, based in Silicon Valley, USA is a leading IT services provider in staffing, deployment and consulting arena currently servicing fortune 2000 clients.
In its quest to build a high performance team, IDC Technologies is expanding its operation in India and is looking forward to hire the right candidates; this position will be based at Noida
With a global database of applicants and state of art technology and process to Identify the best and brightest, IDC is committed to provide customer satisfaction through commitment and highest standards of service.

Experience: 1 – 2 Years

Job Location: Noida

Education : MBA/PGDM

Job Description :

Screen and shortlist candidates for potential employment.
Sourcing the candidates through references and consultants.
Create & Manage the Database of Prospective Candidates for International BPO/KPO hiring.
Desired :

Post graduate in Human resource with minimum 1 yr experience in handling recruitment for international BPO.
Knowledge of sourcing candidates through hiring websites.
Excellent verbal and written communication Skills.
Address:
IDC Technologies Sol (I) Pvt Ltd
C-22/26, Sector – 57,
NOIDA,Uttar Pradesh,India 201301

Apply : Email ur cv to vishal(at)idctechnologies.com

Email Subject : Profiles from vfreshers.com

Ways of Getting Internship and Placement in a Targeted Company

1. emailing the targeted company finding out who is in charge of recruiting. Emailing your application to the general email will rarely be met with interest, as it is usually checked by a non-decision maker, or a person who just can't be bothered.

2. Checking the spelling and grammar of your email and don't forget to attach your CV. Don't ever use the SMS shorthand for writing emails. It looks very unprofessional.

3. Doing some research on the company in question so that your email doesn't sound generic or disinterested. Explain in your email why you'd want to become an intern for them.

4. Being prepared for the internship to be unpaid: after all the company will invest a lot of money in training and supporting you, and you will get a reference at the end of it. So do make sure you can afford to be an intern for several months, especially if you are going to be based in another country or even continent.

5. Cheking the company out. Ask about working conditions, location, insurances and working hours. See if you could be put in touch with previous interns who could tell you more not only about the company, but local attractions, accommodation and customs.

6. Following up with a phone call and arrange for a telephone interview. It is important that you clarify any issues of concerns before you commit yourself to the internship. Ask the company about the internship program: they should be able to email you a questionnaire or a work plan, to help you in making sure you are making the right decision.

7. Checking whether your training institution will endorse the internship and if so, how will they liaise with your employer. Do they have any specific requirements?

8. Following up with an email thanking the company for their time and keep in touch regularly. Ask about a duty statement, internship plan or position description. Who will you be reporting to? How often? What happens in case of problems?

December 3, 2009

Vacancies at the World Youth Alliance

The World Youth Alliance is looking for leaders with a strong desire to protect and promote human dignity while making a positive impact on society. 

Successful interns have been proactive, self-driven, resourceful, detail-oriented and humble individuals with a willingness to learn; if you possess these qualities, if you’re looking to make a difference, apply today for the World Youth Alliance Internship program. What’s in it for you

As an intern, you’ll develop skills highly valued in the professional world such as project management, presentation, communication and time management skills. Furthermore, you will gain the ability to manage multiple projects, develop interpersonal skills, and solve problems. You’ll be exposed to diverse cultures from around the world through your fellow interns; you’ll learn to collaborate, to be adaptive, to build rapport and to self-reflect for continued personal growth.

Introductory Training

All interns will receive introductory training at the World Youth Alliance headquarters in New York City throughout the course of their internships. Interns will receive basic training from WYA staff in the following areas:

November 30, 2009

They All Wanted Job Experience

Job experience

They all wanted job experience. So I went back to all the managers I'd talked to about the bartending school, and asked them if they'd train me - for free. I offered a proposition: "I'll come in on my own time. You don't have to pay me. I will train for free. Train me, and if you like my work, then you can hire me with pay."

For them, it was a win-win situation. They didn't lose any money by giving me a chance. And if I did real well and showed an aptitude for the job, they could then hire me and we'd both make out.


Story of a Fresher

Beating the System

We've all heard it: "You can't get a job if you don't have experience, but how do you get experience if no-one will give you a job?". Doesn't seem fair, does it? Some kids are lucky. They've got an uncle or brother or cousin who can pull a few strings for them. Once they're in, they can say they've got that magical stuff called "job experience" that every boss looks for. Some kids are so smart. You know the type. They skip grades in school and all the colleges are begging for them. They're too busy being smart to be cool. They really make an impression on potential bosses, and they get hired. Then there are the kids who find underhanded ways to make money. They don't want a real job. They usually look pretty cool driving around in big fancy cars flashing wads of money. They don't look so cool years later sitting in a jail cell. And finally, there's the rest of us. We walk into one personnel office after another, filling out job applications. By the time you're finished, you've memorized your Social Security number for life. They all say the same thing: "We'll let you know."

Only they don't. You never hear from them again. There is a way to beat the system. It's a pretty ingenious solution, too! But you've got to want it. What I wanted was to be a bartender, but my idea will work for almost any job. It started when I signed up for a bartending school. The contract gave me three days to change my mind and cancel. In those three days, I went around to different bars and asked the managers if they'd hire someone who'd gone to this school. They all said no, not if the person didn't have any real-life job experience.


October 13, 2009

How to Find a Good Job in 14 Days or Less

How to Find a Good Job in 14 Days or Less

Develop a blueprint that takes advantage of the on-line job searching tools available today and avoid the mass mailing approach that worked better in a a time when companies has someone on staff that could read your letter. This 21st Century alternative job search is a requirement for working at any company weired to internet

Steps
Be realistic about the job market. You may be able to get a minimum wage job in two weeks. But plan on spending 1 week of searching for each $4000 in annual income you expect to earn. Assuming you are qualified to do the job, a $100,000/year job will average about 6 month to find.
If you are taking longer than this, you may not be working at your job search full time.

Avoid the mass marketing approach. There is no one to read through the thousands of resumes that arrive at large companies each day. The pressure of being unemployed can be intense, and some job seekers resort to mass mailings or desperate postings on job websites like monster.com or hotjobs.com. Or they start making useless phone calls hoping against hope that they will run into someone who will want them. The bottom line is there is no one out there waiting to discover you. You have to sell yourself as someone that can resolve problems for others.

Develop a sensible blueprint for the real job marketplace. Know the working conditions that are acceptable to you (location, salary, travel requirements, working hours, physical demands, and training requirements for that job). Don't waste time looking at positions that don't meet your needs. It is better to spend 8 hours sending your resume to one potential employer that meets your needs, than to send 1000 resumes to employers that do not have the job you want.
Utilize alternative and non-traditional methods. Ask friends and contacts to help you network your way to the people that need your skills.
The secret blueprint boils down to this. A) Know what you want. B) Identify who has what you want C) Identify their requirement D) Demonstrate that you can serve your next employers needs and communicate that to the decisionmakers

Tips
Without a clear target or set of targets, the average resume-pushing job seekers have condemned themselves to an endless cycle of disappointment. The reasons are very simple. A hiring decision-maker will have an interest in you only if you are perceived as a candidate who’s taken the time to learn something about the organization and its goals. And then can come forward with ideas or a proposal that specifically shows the contribution you can make to the bottom-line or what you can do to make their job easier.

The Basics of Freelance Jobs


The Basics of Freelance Jobs

Freelance jobs have attracted the masses due to their benefits such as being able to be their own boss, flexi time working schedules, spending valuable time with the family, and income can be unlimited.

Before taking up freelance jobs, the person has to decide if his business needs an Internet connection. The best known home based jobs are by selling home made products.

Once it is decided to go for an online job, he or she has to choose a freelance job, which compliments his experience, knowledge and expertise. Internet has created umpteen opportunities for freelance professionals in almost all the fields like web development, telemarketing, copywriting, proof reading etc.

Time management is very important in freelance jobs. The person needs to be very organized and focused to deliver the services and goods on the said time. Although doing a freelance job will facilitate spending a valuable time with the family, it should not hinder with the execution of the job.

The basic requirements of the freelance jobs are the resources and tools. They need to be in place like the high speed internet connection for downloading and uploading information etc. The person has to set a target to achieve the monthly income desired and work towards attaining it.

When working independently doing freelance jobs, there is a possibility to get diverted easily; as there is no manager or boss to monitor the actions and behavior. This calls for self discipline and finishing the job before the deadline to succeed as a freelance professional.

The work place for doing freelance jobs has to be quiet to do the work in a focused manner and free from distractions. Also, it should give a feeling of a work area than of a home atmosphere. Cluttering of materials should be avoided, as it has a tendency to irritate the person doing job.

When doing freelance jobs, the freelancer should be on a lookout for new projects constantly. Also accepting too many offers beyond the capability should be avoided. Projects which can be completed within the time frame should be selected to be got and delivered on time and then he can accept new projects. Work should be comfortably done rather than done in a stretched manner.

September 29, 2009

Five Ways to Find Job Openings

Looking for work can be a full time job in itself. Knowing where to look for job openings and which employment resources are available to you is only half the battle. Plus, you don't want just any job; ...you want that dream position, and learning where to find the hottest openings takes effort, creativity and a little luck. While the following job resources may sound simple, combining them together in a mass "market yourself" campaign will prove successful.

1. Newspaper Classified Ads
Newspapers are often the first place people turn when they start their job search. It makes sense since newspapers are a good place to find local openings. The classified ads, however, aren't quite what they used to be. The job opening section is filled with pyramid scheme ads and fewer and fewer real jobs run in these listings. Culling through them takes time, but can provide you an advantage over those who are not willing to do so.

2. Online Classified Ads
The Internet has become a great source for finding job openings. It's free, easy and may be done from a library or the comfort of your home cumputer.The search features are fairly detailed on most online job sites. This allows you to narrow your search to find the job that is right for you without wasting time. Apply with the click of a button and save both time and money. It's a good idea to have your clean and updated resume posted on the larger job sites anyway, as corporate recruiters frequently scan qualified resumes and mass email candidates. You may get some unwanted spam this way, but that perfect job may fall into your lap with you having to do any legwork at all.On final note here: Some of the larger online employment resources pull job opportunities from a wide variety of sources both off-and-online. This maximizes the number of job matches that turn up from your search and minimizes the amount of time you spend checking in with several different job search sites.

3. Local Employment Resource Companies
Visiting an area or local employment office is a good idea when you are seeking a new job opportunity. They have resources to test your skill level, help build your resume, teach you new skills, offer valuable job training and provide tips and job placement.

4. Window Shopping for Help Wanted Signs
Depending on the type of job opening you are seeking, you may be able to find one just by driving through strip mall parking lots and past industrial parks looking for help wanted signs. Of course, this isn't going to work for all jobs, but being in the right spot at the right time may help you land a position with a great employer.

5. Networking to Find a Job
One of the best ways to get your foot in the door with a new company or find out about new job opportunities is to network. Start by letting your friends and relatives know what you are looking for in a job. Branch out and talk to others about it as well. Keep your ears open all the time for job openings and be willing to share your job leads with others in the same boat. The bottom line is that an application that is received with a recommendation from a friend or current employee has a much stronger chance of getting the job than someone who blindly responds to a classified ad. Learn how to create a "buzz" around yourself much as marketers do around a new product.How you find employment resources and job openings is going to depend on the type of job you want. A high tech job, for example, isn't likely to place an ad in the local newspaper. Likewise, the corner store isn't going to waste their time placing an online ad for their job opening. Keep an open mind and use a variety of sources to locate job openings until you are successful.

How to Apply for Jobs

In today’s world applying for a job is relatively easy as compared to my time when you have to scan through the newspaper classifieds. Get your résumé typed and make photo copies of it. Then note down addresses of each job advertisement and apply individually be sending a snail mail. Last thing was to sit down and hope some day a interview letter will reach at your door step.
Now in twenty first century things have changed at rapid pace. The modes of applying for a job are many. Today you can apply for a job through a job sites, employer website, job forums, social media sites and of course through traditional method of newspaper and resource management offices.
Let’s look at what are the options available for applying the jobs. First let me give information on traditional way for applying for jobs.

In Person Application

This process you can do through two methods. One method is just drop-in at company door and handover your resume in envelope to receptionist or customer service person on front desk. Hope your resume reaches the human resource office. Next method is to be little prepared for in person application process. Go to company website and look for any job opening which are matching with your profile. Next call on company contact number and ask for appointment with human resource person. Once you have secured the appointment make it a note in your diary or add appointment in your outlook calendar. On appointment day ensure you reach your destination half hour early. Approach to front desk and give your reason of visit. During meeting with human resource officials present you in a professional manner. Things to hit hard are your recent experience and how it matches with the current opening and how you think you are valuable to company. In case no outcome comes from meeting ask for next meeting or when should you call the HR official.

Newspaper Classifieds

This one is really old method which still works for hiring potential employees. Get ready with color pen and magnifying glass. Don’t laugh some of the ads are so small that to read them in a crowded page you really need to focus and concentrate. Start zeroing on the interested positions and note them on a note pad. If you have computer I would advice to keep record of each company where you are going to apply. It helps to keep tab on your resume submission so that you don’t submit resume more than once. Create a cover letter which you intend to send with resume. The cover letter should be brief and give good information about you. Next stuff your resume and cover letter in envelope and label stamp on it. If you don’t here from companies send them a info requesting letter about your resume submitted for job. Sometime it works and you ight get call from company officials.

Job Consultants

These are individuals who are the interface between job seekers and the companies looking for the potential employees. These folks have contact with hiring manager and have first hand information of job openings in the companies. They will not charge you for any professional or job placement services. What they do is to match your resume with the job profiles. Once they find a suitable match they will submit resume to hiring manager. Next you go trough phone interview and in person interview. If you get selected they in turn will get professional fess for placement service.
The advantage in working with them is that you can list your choices such as what companies, which positions and the salary range etc. They kind of do pre-bargain for you with company hiring managers.
Let’s switch gears and see how to apply for jobs in 2009.

Job Sites

We are living in internet age. In this age for any information people go to internet for answers. The growth of internet has created opportunity for many businesses. One of them is job portals. The job websites are one point stop for job seekers and companies for looking talented staff to fill open vacancies. These job sites also provide free resume tools such as resume builder, tips for interview and tools to create coversheet. These websites are access point to hundreds of employers at one place. All you have to create your profile on their website with minimum information such as name, address, email address and contact number. After this you can browse their database for job openings. Some of the job portals let you keep your job submission history so that you don’t apply for job more then once. Not to mention this saves your postage and pain of mailing resumes to companies. The other advantages are cutting short for resume to reach hiring manager and turn around time is also fast.

Employer Web Sites

These days every company has presence on internet. This is also a good method of applying for jobs. Access their webpage on internet and go to “Careers” option on menu. Search for available jobs and see what matches with your profile. Some employer website allows you to just cut and paste your resume in web forms and provide a single point of submission. There is nothing wrong in following up with the company HR resource person about your resume. Remember you are not only person who is applying for the job.

Social Media Websites

Well internet space has become parallel to physical space. On earth we look for malls, restaurants, bars, parks to hang around with friends and collogue. Similarly on Internet there are many social websites which allow you to create your own personal pages and help in connecting with millions of socialites on website. You can add parameters in your profile page to whom you want to include in your friends list. You can expose your profile to many friends to many regions in world. All control is in your hand.
Now the question is how this helps to your job hunt. Many HR professionals are using these social websites to advertise job openings. Why, because these social websites don’t charge anything to users for classified ads. Now here s the free platform, millions of users and single bulletin board to get your message across. A Win-Win situation for everyone.