More than half a million lost their jobs in November according to the report released by the US Department of Labor which caused the stock market to dip sharply again in a knee jerk reaction. In the latest report they released, the unemployment rate jumped from 6.7% in November to 7.0% in December 2008, which is considered the highest in the last 15 years. If there is any consolation, if you might still want that as a consolation, President-elect Obama’s economic team are bent into turning this figure around with a giant bailout package that will somehow jump start this economy. However, many more are expected to lose their jobs this year. It will take time for real economic recovery to come. If more people are losing their jobs, how can you find great job opportunities in recession?The current economic prognosis is bad, but there should be no reason to lose hope. I believe that the ancient Chinese traders were right when they say that there are actually “opportunities in crisis” such are there are possible job opportunities in this global economic meltdown. The key is finding these opportunities and grabbing them. More so, even if more people are joining the ranks of the unemployed, you can still find great job opportunities if you try to find them in the right places, of course. I have learned in my career as an HRM practitioners that those who can easily get a job are those who are proactive and a are really looking. Look and ye shall find! Seems obvious huh?
While you are at it, here are some pointers you might want to consider:
1. Look for jobs in the internet
Job hunting and sending out applications online is more time efficient and cost-effective.2. Refine your resume to highlight knowledge, skills, and other professional strengths
Highlighting these things add perceive value to the organization you are eyeing. Do not write one resume that fits all. Customized each resume. You need alter the whole form, just focus on your competency highlights.3. Rehearse your answers
Review and rehearse your responses for possible interview questions with someone. Ask their opinions how you can improve your answers or presentations.4. Be proactive.
Be the solution! Apply to organizations you deemed would need your expertise even if they were not hiring. Most progressive companies with good HRM Department usually gives chances to people who present themselves as problem solvers.5. Do your numbers!
Meaning, apply to as many organizations as you can. Do not just zeroed on one or two, so that you will have the upper hand in deciding which job interview to prioritize, and ultimately which job offer to accept.This may sound too simplistic and easy; but the key to job hunting success is hard work and perseverance. Do not wait for those calls, do the follow-up yourself and continue sending those resumes.
Good luck on your job hunting folks!
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Nor Franco is the Managing Director and Virtual CEO of nextManager.net. He's a former corporate executive whose passion is bringing out the full potential of HR in Businesses. This time that passion is pursued through Virtual Management. He writes and blogs about his management views and insights here. Follow him on Twitter.
