How to Get a Job in 2017

How to Get a Job in 2017How to Get a Job in 2017Experts agree that one of the most popular times for job hunding is the first month of any new year. With 2017 just around the corner, read up on these tips for how to nail the job hunt from start to finish. Happy (job) huntingStage 1 While searching for jobsUse your networkThe age old saying Its notlage what you know but who you know turns out to have more than a little sense behind it. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 70 percent of jobs are found through networking. If youre not in the practice of actively networking, now is a good time to get started. In the digital age, its as easy as researching some networking events in your city that are focused on or attended by people in your industry of choice. To make things go more smoothly, think about inviting along a past coworker to come network with you. Make sure you have business cards before you go. (Resume Yeti provides these with your own personal brand to match yo ur resume and cover letter when you complete your order).Keep a job search notebookDuring the job hunt, its important to stay organized. Try keeping a notebook or a spreadsheet of all the jobs youre applying to. Make note of the company name, website, important contacts at the company, and the position of your application, as well as any other fields you feel are relevant.Be meticulous about how you project yourselfSome of the biggest mistakes people make on their job applications are misspelled words, sloppy formatting, and bad grammar. Have someone proofread and provide general feedback about your resume and cover letters. Another big mistake is having an unprofessional email address. If your email address is anything other than your name or initials, think about creating one specifically for the job hunt. This might also help to keep track of your applications and materials.Follow up on your applicationsFollowing up is key. After sending your application, send an email to the con tact listed in HR confirming they received your application and asking if they need any additional materials from you. Employers love to hire people who are on top of things. Plus it shows that you are really interested in working for themAnalyze your past job searchesMake a list of your past job hunts. What patterns do you notice? What were your most successful einstellungsgesprchs and why do you think they were successful? Where could you have done more or better? This will help you prepare yourself and put your best foot forward in your current job hunt.Stage 2 Got an interview? Great Heres how to preparePrepare yourself for that interview.Thoroughly research the companies that have requested an interview. Read over their website and make notes of things that stick out to you, and questions that you may have about the work they do there (as you know the interviewer almost always asks if you have any questions at the end of your discussion). Review commonly asked interview questio ns, and conduct practice interviews with people who can give you constructive criticism to improve your skills.Dress the part.As shallow as it may sound, what youre wearing and how you present yourself on the day of your interview largely contributes to an employers first impression of you. For women, check out Refinery 29s tips for interview outfits you already have.For men, check out GQs interview style tips.Pay attention to your body language.Body language speaks volumes about your self confidence and influences the way people perceive you. Practice good posture, a firm handshake and eye contact if those things are a struggle for you.Stage 3 Post InterviewFollow up with your interviewer if possible.Send an email saying it was nice to meet them and learn about the company, thank them for their time, and say you look forward to hearing from them. If directly contacting your interviewer is impossible, then send an email to HR saying it was nice to interview with insert interviewers name, etc.Dont stop applying to jobsAs we say here Resume Yeti, the job hunt is never over. There is always something new on the horizon, a career switch, better job, or promotion. Even if you have a job, keep your options open.