The Dog Days of Job Hunting
by JoAnn Hines
Published on this site: August 4th, 2005 - See
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Don't despair just because we are in the "dog days"
of job hunting there are action items you can do now to keep
yourself primed for.
FYI: Dog Days is the name for the sultriest period
of summer, from about July 3 to Aug. 11. Named in early times
by observers in countries bordering the Mediterranean, the
period was reckoned as extending from 20 days before to 20
days after the conjunction of Sirius (the dog star) and the
sun.
First and foremost is to learn to create your own opportunity
you have to get your name out there. Just don't sit around
wailing for the phone to ring.
Start with a vanity search and type your full name into GOOGLE.
Get any results? If you have ever authored any articles hers
is an insiders tip.
To see where your articles are posted go to GOOGLE and type
"your name" + articles. Yes, use quotation marks
around your name, then add the plus sign. You'll find articles
you've written and articles written about you but not other
references.
Disappointed? Ready to get started with more visibility
Here are some self promotion ideas for consideration:
- Write an article.
- Make a speech.
- Write a press release.
- Enter a competition.
- Get an interview.
- Start an e-zine.
- Get a personal website.
- Pick up the phone and call old contacts.
- Send out a clever "how are" you card.
- Give a testimonial.
- Attend a conference.
Does that give you enough ideas? Every day you should schedule
at least one of the above activities. The summer is an ideal
time to get started because work is a little less hectic.
JoAnn Hines' specialty is PACKAGING PEOPLE. Whether
you want to be paid more, you just lost your job, or you want
to progress in the one you have, Ms. Hines advice and expertise
can help you transform your personal brand. She can show you
how to package yourself and make your brand a hot commodity.
It's easy once you know the ropes and begin to utilize her
insider's secrets. She shows you step by step how to increase
your visibility, credibility and marketability with easy to
use tutorials and templates
It is time to get started "Packaging Yourself."
Email me the Chief People Packager @[email protected]
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