1. Step Three Search: Labor Market Realities Lifelong Employability Diversity Computer Skills English, Math & Science Customer Service Economy Awareness Post High School Education Targeted Education Continuous Learning Education Costs Flattened Wages Doing what you Love Not just 9-5 Employer as Client High Turnover Contingency Workforce Global Competition

2. Step Three Search: Use Varied Methods

3. Five Search Methods Company Websites- Sending your electronic résumé or filling out an application online at the specific company website Networking- Connecting with your family, friends, former co- workers, and others by letting them know you’re looking for a job. One of the best ways for an employer to get a good hire is by referrals from existing employees. General Internet Job Boards- Employers are posting jobs through a variety of general purpose websites. Some examples are Monster, Career Builder, The Ladders. Recruiting- Getting professional assistant to help you with your job search… Texas Workforce Commission, College Career Centers Ads- Finding jobs through newspaper ads, electronic job bank listings, and help wanted signs in windows