Let’s face it. 2009 and 2010 were bad years for the job seeker. Companies were laying off, closing divisions and downsizing departments. The economy tanked and the unemployment rate rose dramatically. The market is saturated with talented individuals all vying for the limited amount of jobs available…whether they are minimally qualified or overqualified. People are in reactionary mode, which means they are applying for any and every job. To be honest, it’s looking kind of bleak. But all is not lost. The savvy job seeker knows that in order to be successful, they have to go against the grain and step out of the box to be noticed.
In Get Recruited: Secrets from a Top Recruiter on Using Unconventional Tactics to Get Noticed in an Inconvenient Economy, author and top Recruiter Adrienne Graham shows you how to go beyond looking for a job to positioning yourself to get recruited by companies looking for top talent. Contrary to what the media says, there are some jobs out there and companies are hiring. But because of the ratio of applicants to openings is so high, you have to be strategic to beat out the competition. Whether you’re a recent grad or a high level executive, if you strategically position yourself as a subject matter expert, recruiters will come looking for you.
Applying for jobs is no longer a guarantee to get interviews. It doesn’t even guarantee your resume will even be seen. As a top Recruiter, Graham knows what it takes to catch a Recruiter’s attention and get called in for the interview. She explores the many options available to help you
* identify your true goals for your career,
* position yourself as an expert,
* package yourself into a solid brand,
* market using the correct tools,
* tap into your network to build REAL connections of value to you,
* capture the attention of recruiters and hiring managers,
* and create a strategy that will keep you desirable in an undesirable market
Not limiting your action plan to just social networking, Graham shares traditional and non-traditional methods that have worked for businesses as well as individual brands. With the right tools, message and formula, not only will you be off the market in no time, but you’ll have multiple offers to choose from.
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