Managing Job Search Success
You have been using Preptel for several weeks and hopefully you found specific jobs to target, tuned your résumé, and applied to 1 or more jobs.
To get the most out of Preptel, we want to focus on all of the ratings, graphs and information provided on each screen. As you use Preptel, this information will provide important information to help you improve your efforts.
more...Understanding Job Posting Date
One of the most often overlooked success factors in a job search is the job posting date. When a job is posted, the hiring company will begin receiving applications. Often a period of time, the hiring company will receive enough applications to begin scheduling interviews. This time period will range from 1 day to 2-3 weeks usually. Once interviews are scheduled, any new applicants have a significantly reduced chance of getting an interview.
Tips for Finding Good Jobs
When searching for jobs, it is easy to focus on common terms. However, to find the best jobs, use keywords that capture your unique skills or experiences. For example, “Sales Manager” is a common phrase across many industries, but “selling to hospital ER rooms” is specific.
How To Identify Good Jobs
I asked a group of 20 middle to senior level job seekers at Right Management if they thought current job search technologies were effective. Only a few hands went up. Instead, I received looks of frustration. When asked for comments, I received several worth sharing.
