[ale] 10 Vital Tips for Job Seekers

[Stephen Haywood]

Rockin advice. Been through a few job searches myself and this is good
advice.
On Jun 15, 2012 11:49 AM, "Leam Hall" <leamhall at gmail.com> wrote:

> Here are the top things I do during a job search. Since I've talked to a
> lot of folks who are searching for jobs it seemed helpful to share my
> top tips.
>
> If two of you read my blog post it will probably double my audience.
>
>        http://leamhall.blogspot.com/
>
> Otherwise you can read it, sans links, below. Honestly, the links are
> pretty good though.
>
> If you get this via BCC then you're one of the people I'm talking about.
> Thank you very much. Someone please read this to Marco and Matilda; I
> don't yet type "dog".
>
> Leam
>
>
>
> ####
>
> When I job search I take my own advice. I'm currently trying to change
> jobs, careers, and locations. Oddly enough I was accused of calling
> someone a "Welfare b****" when I gave this advice. The individual seemed
> to think her age and experience was beyond these recommendations. That I
> am older and have more experience didn't seem to change her mind.
>
> Also know that I learn from books much better than webinars, seminars,
> or any talking head I've ever met. There are some really good speakers
> and videos available but for me they are introductions until I can find
> the book.
>
> That said, here is the advice I am currently following.
>
> 1. Integrate "The 7 Habits for Highly Effective People" by Stephen
> Covey. You must begin with the end in mind.
>
> 2. Some recent version of "What color is your parachute" by Richard
> Bolles. Look at transferable skills vice being stuck in a rut.
>
> 3. Prayer and Introspection. God does talk when I shut up and listen.
>
> 4. Find supporting, positive, people. I have a list of friends and
> former co-workers I can turn to for encouragement when the job search
> wears me out.
>
> 5. Recommend people on LinkedIn, and don't be too shy about asking for
> recommendations. Sometimes I get really down and reread what folks have
> said about the positive difference I have made.
>
> 6. Have a life. Some hobby or other distraction. Skim the book "Flow" at
> the bookstore. It's a pretty good book but the short version is that we
> are most joyful when we are doing something fun that stretches us just a
> bit. Buy the book if you have the spare $$.
>
> 7. Guerrilla Marketing for Job Hunters web site. I'm not totally sold on
> it but they do have some good ideas. Free CD download too. The book
> version is "Guerrilla Marketing for Job Hunters" and I have that too.
>
> 8. Help others out. This is one idea from GM4JH. Skip the networking
> party and write a tutorial or some code that solves a problem. Share
> said tutorial or code.
>
> 9. Once you have your web presence/portfolio/resume on line, go read
> blogs on topics you are passionate about. Add constructive comments.
> "Way cool!" does not count. Something like "This works well with the
> Aqueduct Project. Thanks So and So for your thoughts. Have you tried
> this with XYZ?" Make sure your web self is positive, professional, and
> helpful.
>
> 10. If you're a geek, read "The Personal MBA" by Josh Kauffman. He
> really makes business make sense and explains the concepts needed to get
> your geek ideas accepted as good business practice. Buy this book since
> Josh has had some personal setbacks due to wildfires out west.
>
> Bonus Tip: Avoid processed sugar. Depression often accompanies job
> searches and processed sugar makes the depression worse.
>
> Double Bonus Tip: Accept being loved. Job searches can really make you
> doubt your value and beat the heck out of your self-image. A supportive
> spouse and a faithful dog (or two) can keep your heart healthy
> physically and euphemistically.
>
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