The economy is getting slightly better. Job opportunities are opening up a bit. Here is the first in a series of Weekly Pearls that we published several months ago. We called the series The Job Seeker.
Laura Bristow, Director of Education at The Medix School, said this about our e-book, Outfuence for Job Seekers, “Outfluence for Job Seekers is a good handbook for anyone contemplating a job change or who is already engaged in the job search process. Job Seekers highlights aspects of job hunting that you don’t usually think about, which I find very valuable. The book offers a number of creative communication techniques to consider.”
The Job Seeker
Today is a great day to look for a job! Here’s what you do: put on a conservative, professional-looking set of clothing, shine up your shoes, and head out to a coffee shop or a mall area where you know local businesspersons frequent. Get yourself a cup of your favorite morning beverage. Sit down amongst the folks and begin to meet people. As you are standing in line waiting to place or receive your order, be sure to strike up a conversation with someone near you. Be confident, friendly, complimentary, and most importantly be yourself. Don’t be loud. Always be respectful. Listen more than you talk. Make good eye contact. Don’t be afraid to smile.
You don’t want to be too aggressive. You don’t want to appear desperate. You just want to get to know people. When you meet someone you really like and you determine that they come into the establishment often, make sure you return at the same time on future days. Get to know them better. Over time you will get comfortable enough to begin talking about opportunities. It won’t take long.
Of course, if you meet someone with whom you connect right away don’t hesitate to ask if there are employment opportunities where they work, or in their company if you discover that you are speaking to the owner. Company owners are always searching for people who are:
- energetic,
- self-starters,
- good communicators,
- flexible,
- and team players.
You want to display these qualities. These are all qualities that you can communicate silently. You can find more information about silent communication in this website.
As a job seeker you have to find ways to differentiate yourself from the crowded playing field of job seekers. I’ve told you what employers are looking for and I have told you where to get information about differentiating yourself. If you need coaching, our Outfluence coaches can help you in person, over the phone, or via e-mail. The cost is minimal; the result is the job-seeker’s edge. Call Al directly at 410-365-0742 for more information.
Every day needs to be inspired, and you are the only one who can inspire your day today. Go out and inspire today by helping someone, meeting someone, or doing something special that will move you closer to your goals.
