Job Search Tip: Know Yourself!

Welcome to the job market revolution of the 21stBut, the starting point of your job search requires that
Century!you discover two critical pieces of information about
The good old days of passively finding a job . . . writingyourself. Without them you go into the market blind.
a resume, posting it on some job sites, answering1. You must know what you have going for you. You
some ads, contacting a few agencies of recruiter . . .have what are called "transferable skills." They
those days are gone forever. Unless you want torepresent all the talents, abilities, strengths and qualities
spend weeks or months looking for a job. And thenyou have accumulated over the years. If you target
settling for whatever comes along.opportunities that are consistent with your transferable
Understanding the dynamics of today's marketplaceskills, you'll guarantee you will select a job opportunity
give you a real leg up. Armed with strategies andthat you'll enjoy and grow with.
techniques that address the needs and expectations2. You must know what your options are. There are
of today's sophisticated employers give you themany exciting and intriguing job opportunities. You can
assurance that you can select your next job ratherfall into the trap of latching onto something just
than settle for it.because it sounds good. Look before you leap. Get
Without these insights, what looked like a bright futureserious only about those jobs that match up with your
with a rewarding, good-paying job you begin tocapabilities profile.
question your value in the workplace. Suddenly yourRemember, the most important ingredient in you job
career advancement becomes shaky or non-existent.search is YOU! That means depending on the
You wonder how long it's going to take to get ahead.knowledge and capabilities you have acquired on the
Well, the good news is that there amazing growthjob. Or the skills and strengths you've accumulated
opportunities out there just waiting for you . . .if youthrough life experience.
know where to look. This job market is one of theKnowing who you are and what your options are
hottest in history.must be your guide to the future.