How People Find Jobs © JIST Publishing, Inc. Duplication Prohibited. Note: These totals for percentages do not necessarily add to 100 because of rounding. © JIST Publishing, Inc. Duplication Prohibited.

Get the Most Out of Less Effective Job Search Methods Newspaper and internet help-wanted ads Employment applications Employment agencies School and employment services Human resource departments Mailed résumé and internet postings © JIST Publishing, Inc. Duplication Prohibited.

The Three Magic Questions Do you know of any employers who may have an opening for someone with my skills? If no, then ask: Do you know of someone else who might know of such an opening? If yes, get that person’s name and phone number and ask for another name. If no, then ask: Do you know someone who knows lots of people? If all else fails, this question will usually get you a name. © JIST Publishing, Inc. Duplication Prohibited.

Ways to Increase Your Internet Effectiveness Be as specific as possible in identifying the job you seek. Have reasonable expectations. Limit your geographic options. Create an electronic résumé. Get your résumé into the major résumé databases. Make direct contacts. Network. © JIST Publishing, Inc. Duplication Prohibited.

Remember to follow up on every lead! Networking Basics Find someone Who will talk with you Who knows other people Objectives Present yourself well Learn something Get two referrals Remember to follow up on every lead! © JIST Publishing, Inc. Duplication Prohibited.