While he'd seen it during his online job search, it hadn't captured his attention. But hearing people his own age talking about the site prompted him to take a closer look. He was impressed and found a posting for an entry-level position that met his interests and skills. Mr. Osterweil e-mailed a resume and was hired shortly after. He's now national promotions coordinator for the start-up.
Persistence also helps.
Like many companies, SmallBizPlanet uses a variety of recruitment sources, including commercial and alumni job boards. Personal Connections Consider the experience of Dan Tochen, a 1996 grad. Job-posting sites aren't always the most effective sources for recent grads who may not have a lot of experience or technical skills compared to other applicants. He found his job through networking. After returning from a visit to Japan, he'd joined the Japan-America Society of Oregon in Portland.