For the first time in my life, I need a job. If you have read my previous blog posts, then you know that I have had two jobs in the past. Those jobs were just for fun though. I never actually had to worry about having enough money to live before until this summer.
What needing a job has shown me is that getting a job from scratch is not easy. I filled out application after application and none of them called me back. It was extremely discouraging. After three months of searching, I finally found a job at my veterinarians office, but that’s a blog post for another day. I want to use this particular post to offer some tips and information for those in search of a job.
First of all, fill out applications everywhere. You never know if you can get the job if you don’t try. For great tips on filling out job applications, check out this article from Rogue Community College.
It’s also a good idea to let your friends and family know that you are looking for a job. They could prove to be invaluable assets.
Once you have filled out an application, make sure you check in with them a few days later. Either call or go in person and ask to speak to a manager. Introduce yourself and tell them you’re checking on the status of your application. My advise, call back every few days until they give you the job or turn you down. It’s important that they know you are serious about getting the job.
These are just a few tips that I think are useful. For more tips, check out this article from Forbes.
Do you have any tips for those looking for work? Share below!
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