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In this worksheet we are going to take a good look at where the jobs are to be found: 1. The Visible job market – containing 30% of all jobs 2. The Hidden job market – containing 70% of all jobs, with less competition! It’s a no-brainer – where would you spend most of your time looking? Read on, and you’ll find out how!

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Want2get on? is a unique career coaching service that offers 1:1 support for those who want to draw upon their Christian faith and apply it in a practical way to their job situation. www.want2geton.co.uk

How to beat the competit

In this worksheet we are going to take a good look at where the jobs are to be found:

1. The Visible job market

2. The Hidden job market

It’s a no-brainer – where would you spend most of your time looking? Read on, and you’ll find out how!

What is the best way to find a job? For a start, you have to develop an effective strategy that will enable you to find a suitable job as quickly as possible and with the least amount of trouble and effort. If your strategy is not working, you need to review the way you’re looking for a particular job It is said that only 30% of job vacancies are openly advertised to the public. This lamazing 70% of jobs that are left to be found in the ‘hidden job market’! The question that arises is: with the limited time you have got, where do you look for a job? Is there a best method or strategy when conducting a job Experts say that one in every three job hunters become unsuccessful because they

© Copyright Want2geton? Christian Career Coaching UK 2013

Want2get on? is a unique career coaching service that offers 1:1 support for those who want to draw upon their Christian faith and apply it in a practical way to their job situation.

Tel: 07503 177126 [email protected]

How to beat the competition in your job search!

In this worksheet we are going to take a good look at where the jobs are to be

The Visible job market – containing 30% of all jobs

The Hidden job market – containing 70% of all jobs, with less competition!

ere would you spend most of your time looking?

ll find out how!

What is the best way to find a job?

For a start, you have to develop an effective strategy that will enable you to find a suitable s quickly as possible and with the least amount of trouble and effort. If your strategy is

not working, you need to review the way you’re looking for a particular job

It is said that only 30% of job vacancies are openly advertised to the public. This lamazing 70% of jobs that are left to be found in the ‘hidden job market’! The question that arises is: with the limited time you have got, where do you look for a job? Is there a best method or strategy when conducting a job-search?

ay that one in every three job hunters become unsuccessful because they

Want2get on? is a unique career coaching service that offers 1:1 support for those who want to draw upon their Christian faith and apply it in a practical way to their job situation.

[email protected]

on in your job search!

In this worksheet we are going to take a good look at where the jobs are to be

of all jobs, with less competition!

For a start, you have to develop an effective strategy that will enable you to find a suitable s quickly as possible and with the least amount of trouble and effort. If your strategy is

not working, you need to review the way you’re looking for a particular job

It is said that only 30% of job vacancies are openly advertised to the public. This leaves an amazing 70% of jobs that are left to be found in the ‘hidden job market’! The question that arises is: with the limited time you have got, where do you look for a job? Is there a best

ay that one in every three job hunters become unsuccessful because they

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abandoned their job hunt prematurely. When asked why, many would say: ‘I never thought that this would take so long and I ran out of energy.’ As a result, it’s wise to invest what energy you do have into a job-hunting strategy where the odds are more favourable! Which strategy should you adopt for job hunting? The answer is: a varied approach.

The 30% Visible Job Market

1) The Internet

This is now an essential method when making job searches and applications. Application forms and CVs can be submitted via www. and e-mail. However, it is worth remembering that no standards exist to guarantee information content or levels of service on www. You may need to satisfy yourself that the company is bona fide before sending your personal details through to a website. Many employers are now advertising their vacancies online, and ask applicants to apply online, and they will often tell you whether or not you have been successful by e-mail. In some cases, this is now the only way that some employers fill their vacancies.

• Over 90% of recruitment companies advertise job vacancies online.

• There are currently over 1000 online Job Boards in the UK.

• To make sure you keep up with the latest vacancies, you will need to:

1. Find ways of having access to the internet.

2. Have your own e-mail address.

3. Know how to find vacancies and fill in applications online. Using the internet to find Job Boards

Jobs are usually advertised on Job Boards, which are like electronic newspapers. Generally, there are three types of Job Boards:

• Niche Job Boards are dedicated to particular professions or industries.

• General Job Boards advertise all types of vacancies.

• Local Job Boards advertise all types of jobs in the area they cover. You can search for the right job boards by using a search engine (for example Google or Yahoo), which can be saved in your favourites list of websites. Finding internet access

If you have access to the internet at home, then it’s easy. If not, here are a few suggestions:

• You can use UK online centres, which are based in the community, such as in internet cafés, a public library, a college, a community centre or a village hall. Some even move around from place to place to give more people the chance to go online. You can find your nearest UK online centre in England by phoning 0800 77 1234

• Your local library may have computers that are connected to the internet.

• You may have friends or relatives who are happy to let you use their computer to go online.

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A list of online career and recruitment sites

www.activate.co.uk www.doctorjob.co.uk www.eurograduate.com www.get.hobsons.co.uk www.get.hobsons.co.uk www.graduate-recruitment.co.uk www.grb.uk.com

www.graduate.com www.insidecareers.co.uk www.jobs.ac.uk www.mbajobs.net www.milkround.co.uk www.prospects.ac.uk

http://3wjobs.com www.agencycentral.co.uk www.alljobsuk.com www.brookstreet.co.uk www.fish4.co.uk/jobs www.gisajob.com http://jobs.guardian.co.uk www.hays.com www.hotrecruit.com www.jobs.co.uk www.jobs1.co.uk www.jobsfor.co.uk

www.jobsin.co.uk www.jobsite.co.uk www.jobsworld.co.uk www.jobexpress.co.uk www.jump4jobs.co.uk www.manpower.co.uk www.monster.co.uk www.reed.co.uk http://jobs.telegraph.co.uk www.timesonline.co.uk www.totaljobs.com www.workcircle.co.uk www.workthing.co.uk

2) Jobcentre Plus

They advertise job vacancies on public display boards. If you identify a job that you are interested in, a Jobcentre Plus adviser can provide more details and make appointments for interview. Visit www.gov.uk/jobsearch for more details. To make a new claim for benefit call 0800 0 55 66 88

3) Local and National Newspapers

They are a good source of vacancies. It’s a good idea to find out what day your local paper comes out and for larger newspapers find out which days they advertise certain jobs. For example The Guardian advertises IT jobs on Mondays. Newspapers also keep you up-to-date on which companies are moving into your area and creating new jobs.

4) Professional and Trade Journals

They relate to particular sectors of work, and can be an excellent source of vacancies, e.g. for jobs in the advertising sector look in the journal Campaign and for nursing look in The Nursing Times. Popular trade journals and magazines can be available either in your local library or newsagents.

5) Recruitment Agencies

They have the advantage of working closely with employers. Anyone can register with a recruitment agency to look for work but they will only match you to a job if you have what an employer is looking for. Agencies offer both full-time, part-time work and temporary work. Some agencies deal with specific vacancies such as catering, whilst other agencies cover a variety of different occupations, from unskilled to managerial.

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Agencies will require information from you relating to your past experience, qualifications, skills and possibly references, and this is where a good CV will come in useful. Details about different agencies can be found in the Yellow Pages or other local directories, which can be found in libraries. If you are looking for senior management and executive level vacancies, there are fee-paying agencies which provide advice and counselling as well as possible job vacancies, which are often advertised in the national newspapers. How do I get the most out of a recruitment agency?

To get the most out of a recruitment agency, it is important to remember to sell yourself to them so that they understand what skills and attributes you have to offer the employers on their database. To make the most out of your recruitment agency, make sure you:

• Keep in regular contact with them.

• Give them all the information they need (including all your contact details and references).

• Are honest in the details that you give them about yourself.

• Keep your CV accurate and up-to-date.

• Tell them if there is a particular type of job you don’t want (be up-front and save time).

• Listen to any advice from your consultant about improving your CV (remember they are professionals and they want to help you get a job).

• Talk to your agency if they are not finding you work. It may be because there is not enough of the type of work you want and you might want to think about other types of work you are willing to do. Or, you could register with another agency that offers the type of work you are looking for.

6) Job and Careers Fairs

These can provide information about recruiting trends, career options and current openings in specific organisations. They will also give you the opportunity to develop your network of career contacts. Remember to take copies of your CV, dress as you would for an interview and collect as many business cards as you can so that you can follow them up at a later date.

The 70% Hidden Job Market

1) Networking/Using your contacts

Many vacancies are never actually advertised but rely on staff already working in the organisation to spread the word. Ask your friends and relatives to keep a lookout for you in their companies. Networking is one of the most successful ways of finding employment and does not necessarily involve asking your friends for a job. It could form part of your job research – who works where, who knows who, who can tell you what it is like to work for a particular company, who can give you advice about your career path etc. You will be surprised at how many people you really know!

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Extending your own network

Think about all the people you know or who you have met, who could help you find out more.

Who do you know & where? Current business colleague Ex business colleague Ex bosses/employers Suppliers/reps you have dealt with Fellow members of trade associations Your old clients/customers Solicitor/bank manager/accountant Contacts in your church Family friends Social friends/neighbours School, College or University friends Your partner’s contacts Others…..

Email address Tel. No.

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Using the internet to network

The internet gives us unprecedented access to large numbers of people in our own country and across the world. There are many different internet sites that can give you an excellent chance to network and discover who is out there working in an organisation that you would like to get into. It can be a big help if you can create a link with someone who could act as an introduction for you into their organisation. They could also give you valuable information about the organisation, which you could use to your benefit during a job interview. LinkedIn – www.linkedin.com/ LinkedIn is a business-oriented social networking and is mainly used for professional networking. At the start of 2013, LinkedIn had more than 90 million registered users in over 200 countries worldwide. This networking site offers professionals exceptional potential for networking and career development through new and existing contacts.

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Some other useful sites to develop your presence:

• www.facebook.com

• twitter.com

• www.meetup.com

• Whichever social media network you use

2) Speculative Approaches (See resources sheet on this subject)

This is an excellent way of approaching companies of particular interest to you. You could send them your CV together with a well thought-out covering letter to ask if they have any vacancies at present or expect to have any in the near future.

It may be worth finding out where they advertise and how often vacancies for which you are suited occur. A Google search, Yellow Pages Directory, www.yell.co.uk and www.thomson-directories.co.uk will identify potential employers. Your local chambers of commerce will also be able supply you with a list of local businesses, which could indicate likely companies for you to target.

3) Voluntary Work

Make a contribution to the local community by working free of charge during the day, evenings or weekends, e.g. by working in a caring environment or manning a telephone nightline or a hospital radio station. Voluntary work is good for your self-esteem, it will impress any potential employer and, of course and it will help other people. Voluntary offers an excellent way to gain work experience, and is also viewed by employers as being potentially as valuable as paid employment. It can offer a much needed break to get you into a particular job sector. How to find voluntary work?

• Contact local Volunteer Centre or visit: www.do-it.org.uk

• Contact organisations directly

• Do a Google search for voluntary opportunities

4) Self Employment

Starting up your own business could be a solution to your hunt for employment. Use your initiative to sell your skills, a product or service e.g. IT consultancy or childminding. Your local Business Link will also advise on all aspects of starting up a business i.e. grants, business planning, finding premises etc. They may also run training programmes to assist you. For further information, visit: www.businesslink.gov.uk

You can also get information and advice from the small business adviser at most high street banks. If you need legal advice on how to set up a business, the Law Society provides an initiative ‘Lawyers in Business’. Telephone 020 7405 9075 for a list of lawyers operating the scheme in your area who will give you a half-hour free consultation.

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Business Start Agencies

• www.businesslink.gov.uk (Also includes business start-up advice for disabled people)

• http://www.start.biz/home.htm

• www.startups.co.uk

• www.fredericksfoundation.org (Business start-up advice for disabled people. Covers most of Southern England)

• www.adp.org.uk (The Association of disabled Professionals)

• www.fsb.org.uk (Federation of Small Businesses)

• www.smarta.com Start up business advice from Entrepreneurs

The trick with developing an effective job search strategy is do some of each of the above. Don’t spend too much time and effort with those job search strategies where the odds are less favourable! Want2get on? is a unique career coaching service that offers 1:1 support for those who want to draw upon their Christian faith and apply it in a practical way to their job situation. www.want2geton.co.uk Tel: 07503 177126 [email protected]