JOB GUIDE
One of the first lessons to finding a good job is to be actually out there searching hard to land that job.
Many people often take a lazy approach and for some reason think the job will just come there way with no effort.
But with a lot of competition out there you need to be chasing that job hard.
Set your schedule each day of what needs to be done in your job search.
Start by the day by first checking the newspapers for the latest job listings.
Then log onto the internet and check the job search websites.
You should also visit the local job agencies 2 or 3 times a week.
Filling in the Job Application
Do not just send in the same resume for every job.
Find out as much details as you can about the job first and then tailor your resume to fit the job.
Always make sure to type your application, never hand write it.
Do a spell check to maMe sure everything is correct, wrong spelling will soon get your application in the bin.
It may also be a good idea to get another person to check your application before you submit it.
Be Careful What You Place on the Internet
It is amazing some of the silly stuff that people will post on the internet about themselves.
The problem here is that it may come back to haunt you later on.
Employers these days will scan the internet to find any potential information about a potential new employee.
Do a search of your name across the internet and find if there is anything negative there.
If so, you should try and have it removed.
The Interview
Your success in the interview will often be based on the preparation you do for it.
Do your research, make sure you have a good understanding of the company you are applying to work for.
Read about their history, there past success, and what their plans for the future are.
Talk about the success of the company in the past so the employer can see you are familiar with the company.
Do a last minute check of the industry news for the company and make some notes as it may become important during the interview.
Arrive early and have another read of your notes again.
Dress Code. Regardless of the job you are applying for, you should always dress smart.
Employers always take note of the way a person will present themselves.
Bad Breath. It`s amazing how many people turn up to a job interview with bad breath. Make sure to give your teeth a clean before the interview and you may even try some mints.
Turn off your cell phone. Never leave a cell phone on during an interview.
First impressions count. Always smile and shake hands. Be polite, relaxed and friendly.
Answer questions with confidence, but also be humble. Get the right balance.
Show a type of energy about yourself.
Don`t just give one word answers, try and engage the interviewer in a conversation.
Never tell a lie.
Try and engage the person on a personal level, maybe they have the same interests as you.
The Personal Connection
Not always is the best person for the job hired. Often people are hired because of some personal connection they made during the interview.
Sometimes they both attended the same school, like the same sport, are the same religion or something else.
This may not seem fair, but it is just the reality of life sometimes.
Try and find a personal connection with the person doing the interview, it may work to your advantage.
This does not mean to flirt, as that will go against you.
Never speak bad about past employers
It is amazing how many people will speak bad about a place they worked before.
This will have a very negative impact on your prospects.
Try to focus on the future, no the past.
Ask Questions
Make sure to ask questions and be very interested in the company and what they do.
Be impressed.
Show your impressed.
You Got The Job
So finally after everything you have been informed you got the job.
That is great.
But the next step comes in creating a happy work environment and keeping your new job.
That means getting off to a good start.
Get off to a good start by being friends with everyone, but don`t get too close.
Leave your problems at home, never take them to work.
Make sure to be at work on time and focus on your job.
Do not flirt with other staff or force unwanted attention on them.
Stay clear of the work place gossip.
Make sure you do your job the best you can.
Be a can do type of worker.
How to Get That Job Promotion
If your the type of person that seeks out a job promotion then you need to seek out companies that can offer you a opportunity for promotion through the ranks.
The best is to seek out large companies that promote workers through the ranks.
In these type of companies you will often start out at the bottom and work your way to the top.
To get job promotions you must be patient as it takes time.
You must prove yourself in the current position you hold.
Do the best anyone has ever did that job before.
Be a can do type of person. Show that you can get the job done.
Sometimes you may need to put in the extra hours to get the job done and sometimes you may need to take the work home with you.
Stay positive about all this.
It may be that in order to get the promotions you will need to undertake some study.
You may need to do this study part time at night.
The more education and qualifications you have the better.
Never role up to work with a hang over and never smoke.
If your the sort of person that has to keep sneaking a smoke you will soon lose your job.
Do not be a work place bully because the company will soon show you the door.
Do not get involved in relationship`s with other staff as this may stop job promotions for both of you.
Let it be known from day one that you love working at the company and you want to spend the rest of your life there.
Let people know your interested in promotions and working your way through the ranks.
Being popular among other workers is a big plus. Promotions often go to those people that are popular.
It is also a good idea to gain a Mentor. Someone in a higher position within the company that can help you progress.
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