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Job Search: Three Keys to Finding a Great Job.By Dana Kerseyhttp://fabujobs.com/ Job hunting is one of the toughest "jobs" out there! Most people get out of high school or college and begin their search for their first big job. There are three simple steps to follow to find a great job; they may seem pretty obvious, but they are overlooked by hundreds of people every day. In the first place, take the time to set your intention. Get clear about what you would like to do for work. You might not have the experience to start with your dream job, but knowing what you enjoy doing and what you are eventually planning to do will help focus your search on the types of jobs that will lead you to your ultimate goals. Having goals and dreams actually makes you more attractive to potential employers. They are interested in hiring people who are motivated by personal aspirations, even if that means you're likely to move on from their employ someday. Second, you need a smashing resume! Resume services can run anywhere from $150 to $1,000. This may seem pretty steep, but if that resume is what leads to an interview that eventually gets you a $150,000 per year job, wouldn't you say the investment definitely paid off? In order to be sure that you get a quality resume, get recommendations from friends. If they know someone good, you should probably hire them. However, if you must go with an unknown, be sure that the person you hire is a member of the Professional Association of Resume Writers (PARW) or another association. This membership binds them to a certain code of ethics. In addition, you can choose someone using Square Trade or another seal of professionalism and quality; these types of companies offer dispute resolution services. When you've gotten an interview, prepare for it carefully. Learn what you can about the company with which you'll be interviewing. "Dress for success" is a phrase you've probably heard before. It's a cliche because it's true. How you dress creates a strong first impression, for better or worse. Include in your preparation friendliness and courtesy toward the secretary as you make calls regarding your appointments and so forth. Secretaries might not determine who gets the job, but they can have a definite impact on your comfort in the process. When you go in for the interview, speak intelligently to sell yourself. You've gotten clear on your goals and reasons for being in the interview, and you've done your homework about the company. Now, just make sure the interviewer knows precisely why you're the perfect person for the job! Follow these three steps right from the start and you will find work that not only enables you to pay your bills but sets you on the path toward the job of your dreams. You have established your goals before applying, and you know precisely where you're heading. Best luck to you in landing your first great job! Dana Kersey's articles on topics related to jobs are published in The Jobs News the leading resource on-line for information about jobs. Visit the complete archive of articles here: www.fabujobs.com Career Home Page Career Tests Resumes and CV's Cover Letters Job Search Job Posting Job Interviews Career Blog Freelance Work at Home Career Guidance and Counseling Career Planning and Development Resources Resource Directory Articles and Reports Ebooks, CD's, Software Career Related Books Contact About Link Partners © COPYRIGHT 2004 - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED CAREERS-RELATED.COM 
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