How to find a job after getting fired? What to put on applications, say in interviews, and basically some good solid...

Simple ways to find a job:

Step One:

Write a resume AND fill out a job application.

Make sure you have all types of contact information for the employer, do not utilize one contact route. Make sure you submit a application in ALL forms: Fax, Email, online application, courier etc. Don’t worry if you submit one too many applications or resumes. The employer usually is impressed with your perseverance, remember they get hundreds of applications a day make sure your resume is remembered.

Step Two: Write a KILLER ( For legal purposes: when I say killer I mean outstanding J) cover letter. Make sure your cover letter is directly indicates the employers name and company. Don’t make it seem like you just have one resume you have photocopied and distributed to hundreds. If the employer knows you have taken extra effort they are more likely to check out your application. Your greeting line should never be addressed DEAR SIR OR MADAM or TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: If you are unaware, call the company before hand and ask who the Manager in charge of hiring is Make sure you get the CORRECT SPELLING of their name. Trust me, this one minute to make a phone call is the difference between getting a job and not getting one.

Step 3: Organize yourself. Now that you have made a general template of a killer cover letter and resume. Make sure your resume is 2 FULL PAGES IN LENGTH no more no less if you do not have enough experience to fill 2 pages elaborate on other aspects such as skills or job description. Your resume should indicate that your references are available upon request. Find at least 3 references make sure one is a personal character reference and tell them before hand that you are applying for a job. That way they can Make sure your name and address is on both pages of the resume and put a footer at the bottom stating (page 1 of 2 and page 2 of 2) this way in case your resume gets misfiled it can easily be found.

You can use this as a template or search resume samples online and there are tons that you can revise to suit your needs.:

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Your Address

Date

Title or manager

Company address

Dear Mr. Jones

SUBJECT: APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT or Job position #: _____

I am writing to apply for a position with ______________ which was recently advertised in the ______________. The advertisement greatly interested me and I decided to apply for this valuable opportunity and grow as a professional.

As you will see in the enclosed resume, I have the educational background, professional experience, and track record for which you are searching. DESCRIBE HOW YOU WILL BENEFIT THE COMPANY- DO NOT LIST THINGS IN YOUR RESUME. In addition, I am ______________, and would appreciate the opportunity to contribute my ______________

Aside from the skills listed above I also ______________ (List more skills here)

I can promise that meeting with me will not be a waste of your time—and I will make myself available at your convenience, during or outside of normal business hours. Please do not hesitate to contact me at ______________ (cell) or (204) ______________ at any time.

Sincerely,

Your name

Step Four: Check out newspaper classifieds, online advertisements, government job banks. Email friends and family and let them know you are searching for a job. The larger your network the more people can help you out. If you apply in person make sure you are clean and well dressed.

I hope this bit of information helps. Please feel free to comment or add any further suggestions.