Competing effectively in today's job market requires self-knowledge, persistence, ingenuity, and substantial amounts of hard work. It has been said that looking for a job can be a full-time job in itself. Knowing how to effectively pursue a job can be as important as the specific qualifications required for the position. This article discusses the steps you can take to conduct a full-scale, competitive job search. The most important step in the job search is identifying what kind of job you want and what you have to offer an employer.
Employers are most interested in individuals who have focused their career interests.
It is neither an employer's responsibility nor inclination to figure out your attributes. These are of primary interest to an employer. Identify and research occupations and work environments of interest. This can be done through books, classes, information interviews, and experiential learning opportunities. You should learn about the tasks and responsibilities involved in the job, salary you might expect, and the training required.