How to get a new job

With the current economic downturn, finding a job can be challenging, no matter how strong your skills may be. Applying for a position means that you may be competing with a hundred other applicants, some as talented as you are.

So what can you do to get an edge in the job market? How can you find an employer who will hire you for a job that you want? Here are a few suggestions:

1. Check your local newspaper ads. If you plan to stay in your current location and believe there are companies who may hire you for work that you are willing to do, start your search by reading the daily job ads. The Sunday edition of the paper typically carries more ads of every type, including job postings, so be sure to read the Sunday issue. Wednesday seems to be another popular day for ads, and many newspapers carry a "business section" feature on a certain weekday, so you should search the ads then, too. When you find a job opening that interests you, contact the employer immediately, following prescribed contact method.

2. Don't forget the national publications. Whether you wish to stay local or are willing to relocate, nationally-read newspapers may list job openings that you will transfer for or perhaps even post large company openings in your area. The Chronicle of Higher Education, for example, publishes education-related job openings around the nation and abroad. Ask someone in your field of work or do an online search to find publications that may be helpful in your quest.

3. Seek out trade publications. Larger industries often have available to them one or more publications that feature news and include job postings all over the country. The Florida Hotel and Motel Journal is an example of the specialized publications that may be of interest. Even those that don't list job ads can provide information about industry trends and new sources of information or building sites where job openings may occur.

4. Visit online job boards. Do a Google search or use another search engine to locate job boards for the type of work you want. You may have to register with these services to gain access to the job openings, and many will let you post a resume for free, along with providing job hunting tips or services, some for a fee. Check to see what's available in your career field and consider taking advantage of some of these services.

5. Browse company Websites. If you know which companies you would like to work for, visit their Web pages (if they have one) to look for job openings. Many post these online, along with an application process that you can click through when you visit. Even those that don't may offer company information that will prove helpful if a job opening appears in another venue.

Be resourceful in checking job leads or searching for current or upcoming job openings. You also can go through the telephone book's yellow pages or business section and start calling companies to ask about possible openings. Use word of mouth to ask friends or family members about available positions. By covering all possible bases in a comprehensive manner, your chances of finding a job will increase.

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Fostering Success in a New Job

Looking forward to starting your new job? Nervous? You might be joining a company after a brief hiatus from the workforce or transitioning from one job to another. Regardless of the situation it can be challenging to slip into a new role with ease. After all, it’s a new environment; there are new people, processes, and systems; you have a new boss that you will need to get to know; and then of course there is the job itself! To help facilitate your new start and get you off on the right foot, here are some tips to drive your (imminent) success:

Keep Notes: I know I harp on writing things down. I do this for a reason! Writing things down will prevent you from forgetting them! DUH. It seems so obvious. It is a hard thing to do though. I know – really – I know. I try to keep a food journal so I can monitor what I eat. It’s hard. I’m not sure why I can’t just grab it and write down the miniscule amounts I consume. But, for some reason, I don’t like doing it. For the job though – it’s important. That way you don’t have to keep asking the same things over and over of your new coworkers. It’s hard to remember everything. If you write it down you can refer back to the notes. As you get more comfortable you can get rid of the stuff. Five Best Note-Taking Tools , Fifty Ways to Take Notes , and if you want to stay flexible but paper based try the pocket mod .

Interact with your coworkers: Make sure you are social with the other people that work in the office. Introduce yourself; get to know the other people. People like to work with people they like. This is no time to become an introvert. This doesn’t mean you should break out with your rendition of “I Wanna Rock” – I saw Rock of Ages this weekend. For those of you who grew up in the ‘80’s – it’s not to be missed! Interacting with new co-workers will give you the downlow on the place and some of the politics. You will get valuable tidbits of information. The information you gain can help you understand the lay of the land – particularly early on when you need information the most. Also, don’t forget to make friends with the folks that keep the trains running on time – facilities, IT and the cleaning staff – they often know more than everybody else about what actually happens in your new company.

Get the Paperwork Completed: Once you arrive at your new office, there will be a deluge of paperwork for you to fill out – no doubt required by your human resource department. Do it and submit it on time. HR is a valuable resource for you. Don’t neglect the process things. You want benefits, right? You want to participate in the 401(k), right? You want to get PAID, right? I don’t think I need to say anymore about it.

Connect with your Management: Just because you started a new job doesn’t mean your manager is going to come running down the hall to welcome you with a basket of warm muffins and two free passes to The King and I. Check in early. Once you have gotten settled in and have started to do some work, dip your big toe in the water. Get feedback so you know if you are on the straight and narrow. This will keep you poised for success or let you know that you need to take a left turn somewhere to ensure you are performing the job you were hired for.

Socialize Outside of Office Hours: The gang is going out for burgers and beer after hours? Go along. The people you work with can really help you get acclimated. It is an important part of establishing a professional bond. Of course, you have to keep it that way. Leaving the bar at 2am looking like you are a coat with two of your newest coworkers the hangers is not a good idea. Keep it professional and fun. These people will be an important part of the environment – especially if you need to partner with them on projects. It is a lot easier to get things done when you don’t have people internally trying to thwart your efforts.

This one can be controversial – some don’t like to mix work with personal lives and before you know the politics tread lightly – going out with peers that happen to work for the guy that beat out your boss for the last big promotion can be a CLM (career limiting move.)

Get Comfortable in your new Environment: Have a picture of your hubby? Dog? Girlfriend? It’s ok to bring in one or two small personal items. It keeps you human. That’s it though. No bringing in a dump truck worth of stuffed Smurf collectibles. It makes you more approachable to have a personal item in your workspace. Make sure you keep everything neat – especially if you work in an open office environment. Being a slob is frowned upon in an office. (It’s probably frowned upon at home too – but I’m not covering that here.)

It takes a little time to get your bearings and get down to business. Focus on starting some work in between completing orientation, training (if applicable), and filling out your pile o’ forms. It will help you hit the ground running when the gun goes off. The process of adapting to a new environment can be challenging. It doesn’t happen overnight so be patient as you and your new employer get to know each other. Relax and give it your best effort. No doubt, you will be happy you did.

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