Advice to Candidates

Hello Everyone:

I recently read some excellent and concise advice for candidates from a friend of mine, Jacob Conway of TalentWar.net. I would like to share it with you now…

1. Be sure your resume is posted on the major job boards like Dice, Monster, Career Builder, etc.

2. Create a Linkedin account & write a concise profile; most recruiters are using this tool to find qualified candidates now. Add a couple of references & join a couple of Linkedin groups.

3. Attend local business / association conferences, conventions, or events, such as RSA (for Security), CommNexus (for Telecomm), MacWorld (for MacWorld).

4. Become a volunteer with your alumni, religious organization, or selected charity; leverage your relationships and help the community in the process.

5. Keep your skills up to date with side projects and online training for upcoming hot technologies. Make sure they are on your resume.

6. When you apply for an open position, be clear on why you are a perfect match. Make it easy for the team to know why you should be hired, as there are hundreds of quality applicants applying for that same position. Create a bulleted summary and ensure your resume accurately reflects the required experience.

Jacob Conway can be found at www.NetworkedRecruiter.com