Job hunting Tips

There are many different places to look for a new job including the internet, job websites, newspapers, recruitment agencies and word of mouth. Here are a few tips that will help you to get the best results in your job hunting:

1. Keep track of the positions you apply for.

When looking for work always keep track of which jobs you have applied for, who you have sent your resume to and who you have called. If a potential employer calls and you have no recollection of who they are and the details of the position you have applied for, it will not reflect well on you.

2. Make sure you have a good resume.

Your resume is one of the most important tools you have when looking for a new job. It is all a prospective employer has available to decided whether or not they want to meet you for an interview.

3. Know the best way to work with a recruiter

There are thousands of recruitment consultants in Australia, some specialise in a certain area, others are generalists who work across a lot of different sectors. It is a good idea to find a recruiter who specialises in your particular industry sector – this means they will have a wider variety of clients in your industry and also good understanding of the current market conditions and salaries etc.

4. Practice your interview technique

Interviews can be a stressful experience at the best of times, especially if you are unprepared, but if you spend a bit of time practicing and getting ready it can make the whole experience a lot more enjoyable and have a massive effect on the outcome! Preparation is the first essential step and the more you do, the more confident you will feel. Employers will pick up on whether you have prepared or not and this will indicate your level of interest in the position as well as your suitability for the role.

5. Know how to dress for success

Looking good for your interview is important as first impressions last and your interviewer will form an opinion of you within the first few seconds of meeting you based on your appearance. Whether you look professional or scruffy can be an important factor determining if you get hired. See our section 'dress for success' with valuable tips on what to wear and what not to wear!

6. Know how to negotiate your salary

Negotiating a salary is an important but potentially daunting part of the job hunting process. If handled correctly, you can potentially make thousands of extra dollars a year, simply from a short conversation. If handled incorrectly however, it can result in no job being offered or even a current job offer being withdrawn so it is vital to get it right! Often the best way to negotiate your salary is to work with a recruiter or head-hunter. Recruiters know the market and what it is possible to achieve and usually will be able to get you the best possible salary. Most recruiters charge their clients a fee based on a percentage of your salary so will be looking to get as much as possible for you so that they also get paid more!

7. Know how to hand in your notice

Often handing in your notice is easier and less traumatic than you think it will be. The nerves and anticipation are generally worse than the actual deed itself so don’t worry – you will be fine!

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