The Insider’s Guide to Getting Hired
How to get the hourly job you want
Despite what you may have heard on the news, there are jobs out there. We here at SnagAJob.com have tens of thousands of job listings. But there are tons of people just like you who need jobs, so you’re going to have to stand out in a big way. Here are six things you can do to get a job now!
Be thorough. If you have a year-long gap in your employment history, no employer is going to assume you spent that year doing volunteer work in Venezuela. Fill out your profile carefully and take the time to explain gaps in employment or education. From an employer’s perspective, it’s much better to read that a job applicant took time off to raise his or her kids than to see a big blank space on the resume.
2. Include all of your work experience in your profile.
Brag just a little. Employers have very little to go on when sorting through applications. That’s why the “Experience” section in your job seeker profile is so important. This is your one shot at showing them that not only do you have awesome experience, but you have a great personality. Take your time and sell yourself because this one can pay off big time.
If you don't include a current phone number or email in your profile, employers have no way to reach you. Keep it professional! It doesn’t matter how many times we say it, people out there still mess this one up. Use a clean, professional email address and have a short and sweet voicemail message. If you apply for a job with an email address like bootylicious48@youremail.com, you won’t get hired – no matter how good you are.
4. Apply, apply, apply.
It might seem like you’re never going to get a job – but keep trying. Our most successful job seekers are those who apply to 10 jobs or more. With this job market, you may have to apply to even more! Keep your head up, don’t get discouraged and keep applying. Your dream job is out there waiting for you; you just have to find it. Read on to learn more secrets of how to get a job.
5. Give the right answer.
When you apply for a job, you may have to answer questions in the job application that help the employer determine if you’ll be a good fit. Questions include “Are you willing to commute this distance to work?” and “Are you willing to work weekends if needed?” If your answer is “No,” you’re much less likely to get a call. Answer honestly, but use the questions as a guide to figure out if the job is right for you.
6. Be flexible in your job search.
Can’t find a job in your field? Don’t despair. Write down your transferable skills and brainstorm jobs where those skills would come in handy. Then apply to multiple jobs in some popular categories:
7. Watch our video series to get insider job search secrets.
Friendly Snaggers will tell you how to get a job in this video series.
