How to Find A Job Quickly

It often takes months of time and effort to find a job that matches your qualifications and desires. Actively pursuing multiple leads will maximize your search efforts and reduce the time it takes you to find employment. This means devoting as much time as you can to your job search. If you are unemployed, treat your job search like a full-time job, waking up early and working a full day. If you are working or in school, it is still important to devote time every day to your job search.

Inform people you know that you are looking for a job. Read the classified ads. Use the Internet, including general job search sites, special interest sites, company Web sites, and trade and professional association Web sites. You may also wish to consult State employment service offices and to consider private employment agencies.

Another great resource is to use a professional recruiter. Recruiters can be used exclusively or in addition to your own job search. A professional recruiter will save you an enormous amount of time. Let’s face it, most people work full-time while they conduct a job search. After a long day of work you’re often too tired to spend hours on the internet. Recruiters build relationships with employers and, depending on the urgency of the need, can secure an interview faster than if you contacted the employer directly. Reputable recruiters do not charge for their service and are paid by the employer.

(sections cited: U.S. Dept. of Labor)