/dev/null Posted September 15, 2015 Posted September 15, 2015 I got a new boss at work and I'm thinking it's not going to be a productive or enjoyable environment. Anyone got tips on the search for a new employer? Are any of the job sites worth it? Any buzzwords I should avoid or emphasize on the rezoomay?
Just Jack Posted September 15, 2015 Posted September 15, 2015 "I know DCTom" has been known to both help and hurt the job search, so use it sparingly.
The Poojer Posted September 15, 2015 Posted September 15, 2015 Linkedin is an excellent resource, find companies you think would have opportunities, find recruiters on Linkedin and connect with them. Monster and Career Builder are good, but you will have to wade through a lot of BS to get the real jobs. What are you looking for? I got a new boss at work and I'm thinking it's not going to be a productive or enjoyable environment. Anyone got tips on the search for a new employer? Are any of the job sites worth it? Any buzzwords I should avoid or emphasize on the rezoomay?
/dev/null Posted September 15, 2015 Author Posted September 15, 2015 "I know DCTom" has been known to both help and hurt the job search, so use it sparingly. Yes a DCTom Idiot referal does go far
DC Tom Posted September 15, 2015 Posted September 15, 2015 "I know DCTom" has been known to both help and hurt the job search, so use it sparingly. But "I am DC Tom" is much, much worse.
Gugny Posted September 16, 2015 Posted September 16, 2015 Linked In and Indeed. Indeed gets all postings from Monster, Career Builder and many others; they refresh a lot and keep the postings clean. Glsssdoor is another good one.
mead107 Posted September 16, 2015 Posted September 16, 2015 If you want to be a information gatherer in a overseas country I could hook you up with someone. What languages can you speak? Do you have something you would like to do? Male escort? STD inspector?
Maury Ballstein Posted September 16, 2015 Posted September 16, 2015 Plant drugs in your boss' car. Call police. This. It's a cold world out there. Or kill him.
Jerry Christ Posted September 16, 2015 Posted September 16, 2015 Try this.... I love that movie........and thats how it is at rock bottom.
IDBillzFan Posted September 16, 2015 Posted September 16, 2015 You should do what the most of America does: get fired and take your 99 weeks of unemployment...then claim poverty and get free food and a cellphone.
Gugny Posted September 16, 2015 Posted September 16, 2015 You should do what the most of America does: get fired and take your 99 weeks of unemployment...then claim poverty and get free food and a cellphone. I think it's actually about 35% ... which is still too high.
The Poojer Posted September 16, 2015 Posted September 16, 2015 I laughed during the eagles game the other night, they said that Sam Bradford hadn't played in 99 weeks and 1 day, and immediately in my head i thought, "Yikes, his unemployment must have run out" You should do what the most of America does: get fired and take your 99 weeks of unemployment...then claim poverty and get free food and a cellphone.
boyst Posted September 16, 2015 Posted September 16, 2015 (edited) Alright, soooo I have been thru this 6 times in 10 years due to jobs closing, selling out, etc. Indeed.com is your best bet. Also, google your job title. If you are a data analyst, admin assistant, etc, Google that term in "'s. Google that plus "keywords" and "resume." Becky, an ex of mine, is in charge of head hunting and usually just sticks to finding resumes already sent in prior to looking outside of the applicants. The job process is simple and they upgraded their systems and as such, in her corporate HR position for a large bank she simply types in the position. Thru an algorithm she is then presented proper applicants based on keywords and phrases. For example, a loan administrator position would prefer certain keywords like "capital investments," "audit reporting" and "credit research." The actual # of resumes being looked at by employers is few and far between. Employers seldom look at resumes directly anymore. Keywords are HUGE! It also helps if you can find the direct contact to the company. I have used this method several times. Lets say I want to work for "Celino and Barnes" as one of their commercial jingle singers. I would call the office up and say that the email provided on the website was not working and ask if there was a direct email to the person in charge of recruiting. That the website was not letting me click on the email. This could get you in a direct conversation with the employer, too. Either way, I usually end up with their email address which goes right to the employer without the special headers and such that come directed thru a 3rd party. Try this.... I've never seen that movie, don't know much about it. I guess I'll put it on cue. Edited September 16, 2015 by Boyst62
BuffaloBud Posted September 16, 2015 Posted September 16, 2015 One suggestion is to data mine. Check with your local "Business First" newspapers. They publish many lists during the year of the Law firms, Tax firms, landscaping companies, etc. Get involved in something - local food bank for example. Many companies have employees volunteer some time there and would be a possible network connection.
The Jokeman Posted September 16, 2015 Posted September 16, 2015 (edited) I've never seen that movie, don't know much about it. I guess I'll put it on cue. It's a great movie but it's not so much about his job. More of a guy who goes through a mid life crisis and finds himself. It and Spacey won an Oscar as it was a great, great film. Edited September 16, 2015 by The Jokeman
IDBillzFan Posted September 16, 2015 Posted September 16, 2015 I've never seen that movie, don't know much about it. I guess I'll put it on cue. Outstanding flick. Annette Benning was just incredible, but it was Spacey's movie.
YoloinOhio Posted September 17, 2015 Posted September 17, 2015 Echoing others in LinkedIn and Indeed. Have up-to-date profiles on each for recruiters to find. On LinkedIn, join groups and comment on posts from people in the group. Make connections with as many relevant industry people and recruiters as possible. Good luck!
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