Get a Job

Living in Chicago, finding a job didn't used to be hard but these days it's terrible. I have been out of work since August. I used to be able to walk into any business and simply ask if they were hiring or walk into a place that had a help wanted sign up. Now I look through the local newspaper or go I used snagajob.com. I get daily emails sent for jobs within the area I have set on the site.

I believe all comments here are great. One thing to try is looking on the state websites that are connected to the unemployment security. For example, here in Washington State we have a FREE resource called "WorkSource". It's a resource funded by the state to assist job seekers find their next opportunity. In California I believe they call them "Career One Stops". Might have to do some research in your state or area on what they call them there?

I compiled a page with all kinds job search resources, a while back, which I hope you all will still find beneficial in your job searches at:

http://www.thevcf.com/joblink.phtml

Additionally, if you are interested in any kinds of virtual consulting jobs, then Please find them on The Virtual Consulting Firm's jobs board at:

http://jobs.thevcf.com

I hope this all helps you all in your job searches and Have a Great Day! :)

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Last time I was back home I was looking to work for a few months. I told my friends on facebook and someone interfered me a job at his workplace. I also found out that one of my friends started working as a jobscout. At the end he got the perfect job for me.

yes i was looking for a job and i got one by searching monster.com which is a job searching site and now i am in a good post......

Hi there,

I am actually a former recruiter of 6 years but I've also been a job seeker many times. You are correct when you say that things are changing, but you can still be successful with your job search if you look in the right places.

Here's what I suggest:

1. LinkedIn - Fabulous place to network with professionals and post your resume. Many employers are searching for new candidates this way. I personally receive emails once/month inquiring about my interest in an open position. It pays to be connected!

2. Post resume online - Monster.com & CareerBuilder.com are still the top 2 sites. I have received interviews and been offered jobs numerous times from Monster.com.

3. Apply for jobs on the company website -- This actually still works. It's worked for me and for friends very recently.

4. Network -- The more people you know or can get introduced to, the better off you are.

Don't forget to research the company in advance and be prepared with as much knowledge as possible for the interview.

Lastly, think about what it is that you have to offer that will make you stand out above the crowd.

I'll be happy to help with more ideas if need be.

Best of luck!

Kim :-)

In the UK, I have never found a job from job centers and the only one I found through the newspaper I hated! Many great jobs out there never seem to be advertised. I worked for an animal charity and I got that job by walking into a charity shop and offering my services as a volunteer, that is how I heard of the good jobs and ones that were new to me. Often you have to be in the right place at the right time.
I guess companies like to hire ‘in-house’ more often, which is why the best jobs may not be heard of outside the company.

My tips for finding a job these days would be:

1) If you have a passion then see if you can devote a little free time to that organization. That is how you are noticed.

2) Get yourself on line with a blog or a website and promote your talents and passions to the world. Having an online resume could get you noticed.

3) Write to companies or fields that you are interested in for advice, vacancies or volunteering opportunities.

4) Start your own business! That's the final route I took and I am so glad I did!

Good luck!

I am a recent college graduate which virtually seems like "Nothing" in this economy, but I recently started to use www.tweetajob.com for job search. It is very easy to use especially if you have Twitter. You can sign in with Twitter, and browse jobs immediately.

After signing in with your Twitter account, you can finish a very small portion of your profile. Look under "Job Seekers" and type in the keyword and location. Then press search and you are on your way.

The site I log into to search for jobs is snagajob.com because it is consistent and the have sent me a bunch of jobs to my email. I have gotten hired from posting my resume and other info on snagajob.com so it is the best employment site on the internet right now to me.