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Not what you know but who you know

1)    Network your way up the success ladder

So ever heard that statement “it’s not what you know but who you know.” So not all job adverts will be published in the main newspapers or job sites, sometimes word of mouth is the quickest advertiser. So you need to make sure that you are regularly networking, attending seminars, workshops and social networking sites for people who are already in the industry that you want to enter.

2)    Consider a new career

OK so you studied English and Maths, but did you ever think that these skills might be transferable to another industry. Research some other industries that you have always thought about doing, check what skills and qualifications are needed and book into the next taster course at your local college.

Take on extra tasks that will develop your skills.

3)    Prove your worth at your workplace.

So when you are doing a report for work, always try to go that little bit extra and add a further piece of research that you have considered, which not part of the original brief. Take on extra tasks that will develop your skills. Create a specialism area at work where you are the go-to person for certain information. Continue to read up on your subject area and keep current and ahead of the game.

Success leaves clues

4)    Find a good mentor

Success leaves clues (Anthony Robbins). If you want to become better, you need to follow the example of those that have had success before you. Drop an email or go to lunch with someone who is in a position that you are interested in working in. Ask for guidance and advice on how you can develop your career.

Always think outside the box

5)    Have an unlimited attitude

If at first you do not succeed then try, try again. Think wider than what you can see at the moment. Have a vision that you can be anything that you put your mind to. Never think that you trained as a biochemist and that you cannot transfer those skills into being an engineer. Always think outside the box.

6)    Trusts your instincts

Put your CV out there and listen to feedback and make relevant changes. Take a risk and have a plan that is fluid, but albeit a plan.

Learning is a lifelong process

7)    Learn a new skills

Learning is a lifelong process. Business changes so frequently and you need to keep up. So read relevant books, journals and attend seminars and keep your social networking skills current because often headlines appear here first.

8)    Listen

Listen to those in the industry, listen to feedback and make positive changes i.e. new course, change CV or read a book to get you that little bit closer to your dream job.


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1)    Make your CV and covering letter unique

A subtle border and underlining or printing on slightly thicker CV paper could give you the slight edge over your competition.
http://www.soon.org.uk/cvpage.htm

2)    Widen your horizons

If you have been looking in the same newspapers for jobs then you need to widen your search. Maybe post your CV online on a few other job sites, apply to a company who you have never worked for before.

3)    Networking like crazy

Get to know people who are in the industry go  to networking events. Join the companies Facebook, Ning and Twitter page. Ever thought of working abroad. http://www.goworkabroad.co.uk/how-to-find-a-job-abroad.html

4)    Where do you fit in

You need to work for a company where you will fit in.. Look at companies websites, opening hours, employee benefits and assess whether they work life balance fits your ideal. http://www.quintcareers.com/work-life_balance_tips.html

5)    Be encouraged

 Remember you may be going to hundreds of interviews and being turned down; keep going until you get your “yes.” Thomas Edison tried 1000’s of times before he was successful with the light bulb. http://www.thomasedison.com/

6)    Do your homework and be prepared

When you go for an interview, always get there early and make sure you have done your homework  e.g. key people, key targets and challenges.

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7)    Timing is crucial

Be on time.

8)    Dress for the job

Make sure that you look the part. First impressions count. http://www.cvtips.com/interview/what-to-wear-for-a-job-interview.html

9)    Show off your gifted and talented side

Mention your charity bungee jumping, some employers may be looking for this type of person for their company. Show the blogs that you have written and any new ideas that you have that will improve the efficiency of the company.

http://www.cvtips.com/job-search/extra-curricular-activities-can-be-a-help-when-looking-for-a-job.html

 

10)     Question Time

Remember interviews are a two way process. Have a list of five key questions, e.g. on an article that you have read recently or an interesting workshop you attended.

http://www.howtobooks.co.uk/employment/interviews/questions-to-ask.asp