As a certified career coach, I can recommend many job hunting strategies that will complement your resume and increase your chances for finding that perfect job. But the following strategies won’t work:
- Resending the same resume over and over to the same company, expecting different results.
What to Do Instead: You can reapply to the same company. But it would pay to have a professional review your resume and cover letter to make sure you are clearly stating why you are a great fit for that company.
- Using resume creation software.
What to Do Instead: Send out a professionally written resume that reflects you, your achievements, skills and attitudes and that is targeted for the job you want.
- Staying at home and working the computer.
What to Do Instead: Get yourself out among people, spreading the word about your job hunt and letting them see what a great employee you would make. Talk to family, friends and former colleagues; attend business networking events and expos; take on freelance, volunteer and consultant opportunities (they may become job offers; in the meantime you’re keeping your skills sharp and building contacts)—and that’s just the start of the list.
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