Revitalize your job search

Here are a few ideas on revitalizing your job search:

Have a plan: Create a daily set of tasks that are sequenced in priority. 7-8AM review all new postings on the job boards, 8-10AM Customize your resume for the new positions and apply for those positions, 10-12PM Call every company you have applied to and leave a unique and provocative voice mail, 1-3PM call every company that does not have a listed available position, request to talk to an Officer or Manager and sell yourself, tell your story and how you are very interested in joining that firm regardless if they are looking or not currently. 3-5PM send your resume to potential contacts through social networks and contact executive search, recruiting, or staffing agencies. In the evening time, you conduct any new research and create your job seeker plan for the following day.

Have a custom and accurate resume: Always make adjustments to your resume to ensure that you are aligning your skill set with the position of interest and incorporate key words or responsibilities that are critical for candidate consideration. Make sure your resume is accurate and that all of your employers are listed. Your integrity is critical in a job search and you are better off explaining multiple job changes than the potential employer uncovering a falsified resume and not inviting you in for an interview.

Persistence is the most important aspect of revitalizing a job search: In corporate sales training programs, the teachings preach that most sales are closed after the 5th call. That is very true in a job search. As a job seeker, if you fail to call the hiring point of contact at least 5 times you may not get the opportunity you so badly need and want.

Have a positive attitude: If you have a positive attitude and are an optimistic person the chances of you landing that job you want rises significantly. Be prepared, ask great questions, smile, and ask for the opportunity.