Conducting a successful job search today is radically different than even two or three years ago. The days of simply scanning job sites and emailing your résumé are long gone. Or, they are if you want to land a desirable opportunity.
One of the worst things you can do is to rely solely on job boards like Monster or CareerBuilder. The competition for these opportunities is fierce, and your résumé probably won't even reach the person who's making the hiring decision.
Fortunately, there's a better way to carry out your job search. Let Edgy Planet Consulting show you how.
Build & Leverage Your Network
About two thirds of jobs are filled via networking. In fact, it's the No. 1 way businesses find candidates today. How does this impact your job search? You must understand how to build and leverage your network to get a personal introduction to the key decision maker. The Internet has made this process easier.
Social networking tools like LinkedIn, Jigsaw, Ning and Twitter can help you secure that critical introduction. That's our emphasis in Social Networking 101 for Job Seekers, where you'll learn how to
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- Build an effective LinkedIn page.
- Connect with the key decision maker.
- Become a subject matter expert by answering questions posted by users on LinkedIn and Ning.
- Approach companies that don't have specific job openings right now - but may soon
With guidance from Edgy Planet, you'll develop the 21st century job-search skills you need to thrive.
Classes & One-on-One Sessions
Edgy Planet offers Social Networking 101 for Job Seekers in two formats:
- Classes: We focus on using social networking tools, particularly LinkedIn, to make meaningful business connections. A mix of lecture and discussion. Maximum 20 people.
- One-on-one sessions: We explore more-advanced strategies for tapping into your network to conduct a successful job search.
Next class: [Insert date, time and location]. Register now.
All classes and one-on-one sessions are led by Edgy Planet president Christopher Kelly. For more information, please contact us.
Have questions about Edgy Planet? Please contact us TODAY
Phone: 978-771-1752 :: Skype: user name edgyplanet
Email: info@edgyplanet.com
