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Finding a Job that Fits

Finding a Job that Fits. Objective: Analyze personal skills, interests and abilities and relate them to current career opportunities . . Jobs can be difficult to find. Some people send out applications and resumes to all kinds of various companies and hope to land a job.

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Finding a Job that Fits

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  1. Finding a Job that Fits Objective: Analyze personal skills, interests and abilities and relate them to current career opportunities.

  2. Jobs can be difficult to find • Some people send out applications and resumes to all kinds of various companies and hope to land a job. • However, you may get a job that does not fit your skills and interests. • Often people quit job after job because they were not a good fit. • Take a more targeted approach to job hunting and you will be more likely to find a job that fits you. • The key is a little bit of simple Job Research.

  3. Make a List • List the types of jobs you think you would like. • List specific job titles, or job fields that interest you. • Now add your personality traits and your likes and dislikes to the bottom of your list.

  4. Job Research • Talk to people who have jobs. (Ex: Family and Friends) • Talk to people who work in the fields that interest you. • Search Newspapers and Magazines for job information. • Use the Internet to research the jobs. • Notice the key words and make sure they match up with your skills and traits.

  5. Job Postings • Use your Job list and notes to narrow your search and begin looking for Job Postings. • Look in Magazines, Newspapers and Online to find jobs that are available in your area, or a desired area to move to. • If you go out looking for a job be sure to dress neatly and appropriately. • Be quick to act if you find a suitable job, and always double check your application for errors.

  6. Utilize Social Media • Sometimes friends may post information on a job on Facebook or Twitter. • Keep your Facebook and Twitter accounts presentable for potential employers to view. • There are Professional Networking Sites like Monster.com and CareerBuilder.com and others. Sometimes there are fees and/or age restrictions, so watch out.

  7. Tips Online • Be Truthful about your job history. • Get references. • Post a Resume. • Respond promptly to any messages you receive. • Read Terms of Use. • Never post financial information without consulting your parents or guardians.

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