Tips in Preparing for Your 2010 Job Search

Almost every job seeker out there – and you have to agree – has been undermined in finding a job due to the current state of the economy this year. Instead of holding off your job hunting this holiday season, you can take a few steps to prepare your 2010 job search strategy. By laying the groundwork now, you will be well-positioned once the job market recovers the following year giving you a valuable edge.

Here are 3 steps to help you get started.

Update your resume or CV

According to career experts, hiring managers are cutting off time spent on browsing stacks of resumes. So, update your resume by highlighting your skills, areas of responsibility and accomplishments. If you are applying for
sales jobs or jobs retail, then highlight your experiences in these areas and omit career experiences that are not related to the position …

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