Job hunting after a job loss can be
tough. Maybe you loved your old job. Maybe you hated it. Either way, being
laid off is a shock.
If you plan a careful job search, you have
a better chance of landing a great next job. Follow these tips to make your job
search a success.
Be
positive. Most
of all, don’t feel ashamed or guilty. If you’ve lost your job, you’re not
alone. Read these tips for helping you Deal with Stress after a job
loss.
Make a
plan. A
successful job search requires planning and time. When you've been laid off,
your first need is often to earn money. Find out about any Unemployment
Benefits you may qualify for, and learn about More Benefits and Assistance .
You may also think about temporary work as you keep
searching for a long-term position. Visit CareerOneStop's Creating a
Job Search Plan for tips on planning a successful job search.
Know your
options. When
you're laid off from a job, you have experience in a particular occupation. You
also have experience in a particular industry. As you look for a new job,
you have several options. You can get advice about the best option for you at
your local American Job Center . Laid-off job searchers have three
basic options when looking for jobs:
·
Same occupation, same
industry. If
this is your goal, you can begin your job search by following the rest of the
tips below.
·
New occupation and
industry,
similar skills. You might decide to try a different type of job
that requires similar skills as your former job . Explore this option
at Change Careers . You can also visit mySkills
myFuture to find new career options to explore.
·
New occupation and
industry,
new skills. Maybe the time is right to move to a whole new
field and learn new skills. Explore this option at Change Careers or Get
More Training . You might also want to visit mySkills myFutureto
find new career options to explore.
Network,
network, network. Talking
to everyone you know is key. Read about how Networking can
help you find and land a job.
Polish
your resume. When
you apply for a job, your resume is often the only information an employer
has about you. Make sure your resume shows why you are right for the job.
Visit CareerOneStop's Resume Guide to get tips and
see resume samples to help get you started.
Hunt deep
for job leads. Even
during a recession, businesses are hiring. But you need to hunt for openings in
many different ways. You should use job banks, job fairs, American Job Centers,
and your personal network. Here are some ways to get started:
·
Learn
about using online Job Banks.
·
Visit
the Employer Locator to look up local businesses. You can also get
contact information to see if they are hiring.
·
Contact
a American Job Center for job search help.
·
Visit
your local library.
Brush up on your interview skills. Visit
CareerOneStop's Resumes & Interviews for job interview
tips.
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