2010年求职5大法宝

Staying Competitive  保持竞争优势

To maximize your chances of landing a job this year, Challenger and other experts recommend the following tips:
为了增大你在今年找到工作的机会，Challenger或其他专家推荐了以下方法：

Network. Join professional groups, and stay in contact with former associates. Spread the word about your job hunt. Tell everyone in your network about your situation and the type of opportunity you're seeking.
交际。加入专业社团、并与以前的同事保持联系。告诉全世界你正在找工作。将你的情况、以及你正在寻求什么样的机会等都告诉交际网内的每一位朋友。

Cast a wide net. Look beyond your usual industry; many of your skills may be transferrable. Use job-listing sites like Yahoo! HotJobs, but also examine industry-specific sites or company sites for your target employers, and don't forget alumni career resource sites, if possible.
广撒网。不要单单在你工作过的领域内找工作。你的很多技能都是可以转换的。不仅要利用求职网站，也要利用专业的网站或你目标雇主的公司网站，另外，可能的话也不要忘记了校友职业资源网站。

Customize each resume. Tailor your resumes to the job description, which will also provide useful key words. Take your time with each resume, as it is the first impression you make on the hiring manager.
定制每一份简历。根据工作要求定制你的简历，工作要求也能为你提供有用的关键词。花时间去打造每一封简历，因为它将决定招聘经理对你的第一印象。

"Not tailoring a resume is a huge mistake, because employers want their particular needs and problems addressed," says Lauren Milligan of . "Tailoring a resume shows that you have researched the company, or at the very least, read their job posting. Not tailoring it is a huge hurdle to overcome because other candidates will have been insightful enough to do this and will gain a competitive edge over you."
的Lauren Milligan说：“不去定制你的简历是个很大的错误，因为雇主都想找到能够满足他们特别需求、能为他们解决特定问题的员工。特意打造简历会显示你调查过他们的公司，或者至少可以显示你认真阅读了他们的职位要求。你必须克服不会量身定做简历这一巨大障碍，因为其他有先见之明的求职者会通过定制自己的简历从而让自己比你更具竞争优势。

Don't get overwhelmed. If unemployed, commit to action every day. Your job search should be like full-time job. Carve out a specific time every day to focus on doing it well. Set small goals for yourself and measure your progress.
不要灰心。如果你失业了，那就每天都行动起来。你应该将求职当成是一份全职工作。每天规定一个专门的时间来做好这件事情。为自己设定分步目标，并记录你的进步。

Reach out to your support systems. A lengthy job search can take a toll on your self-esteem and increase a sense of pessimism. To combat this, make an effort to connect with the people you care about. Their support will help you maintain a positive attitude.
依靠你的后援团。漫长的求职路会打击你的信心，让你变得越来越消极。要克服消极情绪，你需要多和你关心的人联系。他们的支持会让你保持积极乐观。