Landing A Job Before Graduations

Finding a job can be very stressful. Having the right education is a must. First impressions can make all the difference.
It use to be that going to college was just for the wealthy. College degrees did not seem to make a difference on landing a job. Now is almost impossible to get a job without a diploma from a university. Everyday people are struggling trying to find a decent job. By taking the right steps, being aggressive and getting your name out there you can land the job you want. Start your networking now.

First and for most, make sure you are taking the classes that applies to the type of job you want. When you go on the interview of the job you want, you have a 78% more chance of getting the job if your employer sees you have classes that apply to the job.

While in school get to know your professors. They make the best references and will show an employer that you were responsible while in school. Also you would be very surprised how much they can really help you. They are filled with knowledge from the field and can help you network.

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Internet sites to post your resume
1.Monster.com
2. CareerBuilder
3. Headhunter.net
4.Resumerabbit.com
5.Taleo.com
6.Net-Temps.com
7.thejobspider.com

Don’t be afraid to get your name out there. Start to look for jobs before graduation. This will show your employers that you are egger to work. Take advantage of the internet. There are plenty of sites that you can post your resume and an employer can find you. Be sure to update your resume constantly. People are much more likely to have a job within a year of graduation if they begin searching for jobs while still in school.

The interview is one of the most critical times to prove yourself to an employer. Be prepared to brag about yourself. You must explain to your employer why you deserve the job. This is your time to shine and don’t hold back. Be very persistent. E-mail the employer to confirm that date and time of your interview and be sure to send a thank you letter after the interview. You are 69% most likely to get a job if you take the time to do this. You are showing your employer you are very interested in their company and willing to put your time and effort in for them. This is a very critical step. This website is an interactive mock interview with a lot of useful information http://www.perfectinterview.com/.

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10 Interview Tips
1. Be prepared and confident
2. Make a checklist of things to do before the interview
3. Be on time
4. Be prepared
5. Write down and practice possible questions
6. You never get a second chance to make a first impression
7. Don’t interrupt while the interviewer is talking
Interviewtips.com

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