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How to find the right job for you, in just 7 simple steps

Written by: Paul Butler

Article Overview: Companies are screaming out for creative thinking people for their organisations, make yourself stand out from the crowd, you are special, so act special. Most people are looking to change jobs, searching for new and exciting opportunities in the workplace that will finally eliminate all their frustrations. Well that's the idea, but instead of taking total control of the situation they leave it to the recruitment agencies to do the donkey work, unfortunately you run the risk of being in the same shoes as all the other salespeople. Get ready for the magic 7 steps to get ahead of your competition.

How to find the right job for you, in just 7 simple steps

Step One. Write down all your skill sets, what jobs you would like to do and what companies you would like to work for.

Step Two. Make a shortlist of the companies and research them, confirm the CEO name and the key people within the company aligned to your position.

Step Three. Creat your CV/Resume, highlighting all your key strengths and successes within previous roles.

Step Four. Create a covering letter that highlights your major attributes and success stories that align themselves to the position you would like to apply for. Write about how and why you will bring added value to their business, do not go over the top, be as honest at all times.

Step Five. Attach your CV/Resume and covering letter together and send to the CEO or the key person within the company, post it in a A4 envelope and make it stand out, make it memorable. Print out a great picture, maybe a beach or sports scene, something that's eye catching and different from the norm and print it onto an A4 sticky label, then stick it onto your envelope, write the name and address on the sticky label, using an ink pen, bold and clear, with NO spelling mistakes.

Step Six. Send it by special delivery to your contact, so that your contact has to sign for it.

Step Seven. Follow up with a call to arrange an interview, but do not be suprised if they contact you before you call them.

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