In these tough economic times, that just seem to be getting tougher. More and more people find themselves, a victim of a layoff or even down sizing. Either way, more and more very talented people are finding themselves without a job.
So I've made the Business Networking, just that - these new sticky topics will allow our members to toot their own horn and post a resume or tell us of some of their great qualities that they possess to better help them get back into a job quicker.
Members - take this opportunity to post your resume and tell us of some strong qualities that you have.
Why? because other Ryze members might be hiring and looking for talented employees. Or RYZE members unite and start a partnership and start a new company.
Tooting your own horn has never hurt before, so just give it a try here. Be sure that once you've found a new position and are no longer an available prospect. Just be sure to have your post removed from here. | Steps to Take If You Lose Your Job
Here is advice for one of life’s tougher moments. What to do if you lose your job. It’s a topic that’s on a lot of peoples’ minds with the tough economy. So, here are tips that’ll help you bounce back. They come from Weider Publications.
* Grieve. Then move on. Yes, you put in 10 years of hard work at the company. Yes, you were always there when your boss needed you. So spend a day or two getting all of your resentful feelings out of your system. If you hang onto your emotional baggage, it’ll only slow down your search for a new job. So after a couple of days, you’ve got to move forward and DON’T burn bridges by calling your boss or coworkers to “give them a piece of your mind.” You never know when someone from your former job might help you find a future job.
* Get your resume together. Start by putting together a list of everything you accomplished at your last job, but don’t just regurgitate your job description. Your accomplishments should highlight things like numbers, percents, and dollars saved because studies show that specific, measurable experience registers with hiring managers and applicant screeners. So instead of saying you had “shipping duties,” say something like “helped introduce a new shipping system that cut costs by $100 a month.” However, don’t LIE on your resume. If an employer finds out you lied, you won’t get the job. Period.
* Let everyone know you’re looking for a new job. Go through your collection of business cards and start reconnecting with former associates. DON’T just talk to people who know you well, talk to the guy you always wave to at the gym. Or the parents of the other kids on your daughter’s soccer team. Studies show that 80 percent of all jobs come through networking and you never know who may have a lead.
* Your job search is a full-time job. This means eight hours a day of solid work. Whether it’s calling potential employers, surfing job websites, attending job fairs, or reading about the career you’re interested in. Being a “professional job seeker” may not be the job title you want, but if you take it seriously, it won’t be your job title for long.
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