In the current job market, employers seeking specialized skills are overlooking drawbacks that might have nixed candidates chances in the past. For example, if you have excellent computer-programming abilities, companies may hire you despite a past history of job hopping. Another person who s less technically astute might not fare as well. And even if your resume doesn t win awards for its appearance, the contents may get you in the door. Become a regular Pavarotti and sing out to everyone you know that you re looking for a new position.
Good leads can turn up anywhere.
Your dry cleaner or dentist may know someone who knows someone who has an opening. The wider you cast your net, the greater the information you ll acquire. Creating a resume can give you confidence early on. This task forces you to review your skills and accomplishments, which can restore your self-worth. Give copies to networking contacts and send them with personalized cover letters to employers.