Contract Jobs for Unemployed Have you considered working contract jobs? U.S. Labor Department released its latest unemployment figures Friday and the picture isn’t rosy. The unemployment rate is still 9.5% not counting those who’ve given up looking for work. Private employers, like banks who refuse to lend, aren’t adding substantially to their payrolls fearing [...]
Google Local Keyword Search – Part Two
July 20, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Google Local Keyword Search In Step four, I explained how the Google Keyword Tool works and how it can help you find jobs and careers. In this post, I’m going to give you specific information how to identify market demand for your preferred skills and knowledge keywords you wrote in step three through Google local [...]
Google Keyword Tool For Career Search
July 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The Google Keyword Search Tool is one of the most powerful career resources to help you find employment. You’ll discover new industries, companies, market trends and more. This free online resource, combined with a good marketing strategy, will also help you write more powerful resumes and cover letters. If you haven’t done keyword research before, [...]
Keyword Research Identifies Your Job Skills and Interests
July 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
As I wrote in a previous post “Career Search in 16 Steps,” you’ll only find a satisfying career or job if you’re doing what you like to do. And one of the best ways to start is keyword research: writing 10-20 keywords reflecting your strongest skills, interests, knowledge, experiences, desired industries and other preferences. The [...]
Find People Online by Asking Who, What, Where
July 8, 2010 By Leave a Comment
In a previous post, I wrote about finding mentors who can work with you to discover the perfect job. Next, find people online who can help you reach the next step. Who, what and where questions help you do this. We’ve all heard the expression “it’s who you know” that helps you find a job [...]
Job Search Advice Helps People in Tight Times
April 23, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Getting useful job search advice is frequently frustrating. Friends and relatives want to help you but, as I’ve written elsewhere on ProCareerSearch, finding mentors and using social media is critical. Choosing satisfying jobs and careers is also important. See “Do What You Like to Do.” One of my relatives in the Midwest emailed me today [...]
Contact Manager for Tracking Job Search
March 29, 2010 By Leave a Comment
As you search for new careers and jobs, it’s critical you use a contact manager (step two of the 16 steps). Without a reliable system of tracking people you’ve met, spoken to on the phone, emailed and so on, you’re wasting your time and efforts. You’re like a cat chasing its tail and your career [...]
Career Search Using a Mentor
March 28, 2010 By Leave a Comment
We’ve all heard the line: “the more people you know, the better.” But finding a mentor is more important in your career search. Helpful persons who are also great mentors make searching for careers and jobs more productive. A mentor may even help you create your future vision. What makes a superb mentor? They’re knowledgeable, [...]
Professional Career Search in 16 Steps
March 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Developing a professional career search isn’t easy, but the rewards are great. In this article, I outline 16 career search steps as part of your strategic job plan. Joseph Campbell, the philosopher and writer, once said “follow your bliss.” In these challenging times, it’s often difficult to follow his advice when you’re staring at bills. [...]
