New Study Reveals Secrets to Finding a Job

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Finding the right job is all about knowing the opportunities you have.know about the different careers available.
http://www.millioncareers.com

deepika of IN 3:44AM October 25, 2011

n 2008, there were 1.2 million job losses, unemployment is currently at 6.5%, and the largest companies are shedding as much as 10% of their workforces. There will be 1.5 million college graduates this year, yet the job growth rate is at a six year low, at 1.3%! The amount of jobs posted online is decreasing at over 13%, which has all led to the ratio of 3.3 job seekers per each job.

http://www.harbourfx.com of KY 5:06PM August 27, 2011

The old method of cold cocking is forgotten. In the olden days that is how I found my jobs. Visit a company, no appointment, ask to see some one in charge of the department, introduce yourself, ("express that you know that their time is important and that you do not intend to take up a lot of his/her time", but that you wish to find a job that would benefit the company. Shortly present yourself (how you can be a benefit to their company-be short as possible-be selective about what you say, find out as much information as possible about the firm before you go, leave resume, "do not pressure". leave resume and leave, unless they wish to engage in discussion of further possibilities of employment. This is the personal touch, which works better than online, but of course, also do online, if available. Also, if possible, find out the personal interests of the person or company you are applying, and express your involvement or interests, this will always be a PLUS.

Peggy J of TX 12:33AM March 27, 2011

I know that it is difficult to find a job after 50 and I am in the same market. It seems to me that employers would much rather hire a younger person that the older one with more experience. And besides they can get them cheaper and the older ones with more experience and dependability a maturity would cost them a bit more. Good luck in your job search.
I tried to go back to a job that a quit because I moved away and they told me in so many words that I was just too old.

Anderws of FL 4:44PM November 28, 2010

I am a 52 year old woman who has been unemployed for the past 3 1/2 years. I am a Medical Billing/Customer Service Representative. I have read almost every book possible in how to land a job, how to write the right cover letter, and perform the right interview. I feel I am spinning my wheels, like a hamster on his wheel.
Any little bit of help I would appreciate it.

Patricia Devine of PA 2:42PM June 29, 2010

I am 54 years old, turning 55 this June of 2010, with 31 years of experience on IT, Operations, programming, Business Analyst, all of my IT Career has been with the Government, local, and County.
I am a very hard working men who cares a lot for my customers from other departments in the Company who I support technically, and thinking about retiring this year, but don't know if at my age anybody would hire me?.
Thanks for any ideas, tips, etc.
Sincerely,
Giovanni M.

Giovanni of TX 4:57PM March 24, 2010

I just ordered it and the advice in this book "101+ secrets to finding and securing jobs" are terrific. Very helpful. I highly recommend it to anyone look for a job in this tough economy.

David of CA 2:29PM February 12, 2010

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eadburtpap of IN 7:39PM January 16, 2010

Recently a friend gave me a book called "101+ Secrets to finding and securing jobs". it is an intersting read and since I have been having difficulty trying to find a new job since I lost my 5 month ago, I though why not and tried the techniques suggested in the book. The techniques really works and my resume response rate improved allot. Know I have two job interviews lined up for this coming week.

Kathrine of IL 8:59PM January 08, 2010