y to first job succes -
Our expert says: "Research is, once again,
Cold calling
extremely important, find out who you know that
could help you and then begin finding common
Cold calling is a good way of networking for shy
ground.
jobseekers but is most effective when done in
conjunction with socialising and attending job fairs.
"Networking works especially well with distant
Our expert says: "Preparation is key whether you
family and friends of friends."
decide to talk to the employers on the phone or
send a letter.
Once you have found people who can help, you
"It is important that you know what you want to
must ensure that they are willing to help you find
say before you begin trying to say it. It is harder
work and that they don't feel as if they are being
to make a good impression in a letter but if you
used.
talk on the phone be polite.
Our expert says: "Never ask for a job directly and
"You only get one chance to make a first
always be polite and patient.
impression so think carefully."
"Do not make the person feel used, avoid this by
Writing a letter asking for a position can be very
asking about them and do things that they like to
difficult. It helps to know your research to decide
do. If they don't like the pub don't insist on it. "
how to sell yourself to your employer.
If you make friends with your contact still create
Our expert says: "If you are looking to work in
opportunities for yourself by keeping an interest in
sales then being assertive is advisable but if you
their work and asking plenty of reaching questions.
are looking for a job in journalism a well crafted
inquisitive letter may be a better approach.
Our expert says: "Remember why your contact is
your contact and that you're in a position to be
"Make sure that any letters are followed up with
offered a job.
phone calls so that you can build up a good
rapport with the contact."
"Continue to ask about their work and retain your
interest. Also, if they ask you to do anything for
If you remember the three p's: preparation,
them don't reject them off hand.
patience, persistence you can gather a vast
network of contacts to open the door to a unique
"Remember that it may take time so remain
and untapped job market.
patient."
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