September 14, 2004 7:15 PM

Summers over - back to job search basics
Posted by Colin Moorat 7:15 PM

If you enjoyed some time off from your job search for the last few months, congratulations. However, the Autumnal Equinox, or end of summer, is now rapidly approaching (officially on September 22nd) and it is time to refocus your activities around the all important task of finding that new job! The job search process has been around for centuries, but when it comes to doing it right, stick to an approach that emphasizes well executed basic strategies.

#1. Know what you want to do and "who" you want to be. You wouldn't believe the number of people who start their job search and begin sending out resumes when they have no idea what they want to do for a living. If you don't know, then how is anyone else to know? You must be clear about your objectives - type of position, type of company, geographic preference - before you ever begin your search. If you're uncertain about your career goals and job objectives, consider taking a few career assessments that will help you identify your top skills, motivators and career preferences.