The second step is to find employers that have the
kind of jobs you want. Most times, the job search starts by searching
the newspaper, staffing agencies, and Internet. But what most people
don’t know is 80% of jobs are found in the “Hidden Job Market.”
The Hidden Job Market – This is the best way to find a job. Most
people get jobs through word-of-mouth and through people they know. It
is important after you identify the type of job you want (step one) to
tell your friends, relatives, church members, etc. that you are
looking for that type of work. This helps to establish a network of
people who can help in your job search. Another effective strategy is
to directly contact the companies that have the types of jobs you
want.
Additional resources for locating employers are:
Community Agencies – Contact your city government, Job Service office,
church, synagogue, or public library for information.
Job Fairs – Look for announcements in the newspaper or on the
radio, or check our Web Site for dates and locations.
Job Service –
The
Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development is a partner
in the Career Center network and has job listings available.
Newspaper Ads - The help-wanted section of your local newspaper can be
used to spot the job you want and the buzzwords to use in applying for
that job, as well as to spot which companies and industries are
hiring.
Trade Directories/Journals– Most industries have directories that are
available at your local library.
Business Lists and Directories – Resources like the Tennessee
Manufacturer’s Directory, Hoovers, and Standard and Poor’s are located
in most libraries.
Yellow Pages – You’ll get a good cross-sectional view of all local
businesses plus a targeted view of business by industry. |