Career Carnival

As a recruiter of 27 years, I was delighted to host Career Carnival this week. Historically, the problem when job seeking has been where to get good information that will help you in your “search for the holy grail”. The problem in the age of Web 2.0 is quite the opposite. Even your local pet parlour has a blog with an opinion on how to get a job. Who do you trust?

My advice is to find the right bloggers that you like and can relate to. People with experiences you can relate to. If you have specific questions or have problems with any aspect of the job search, post them somewhere. You will quickly find out who is only out to push a product or service on you, and who is willing to help. Most “expert” career advisors, recruiters, coaches and social media commentators are desperate to showcase their talents, knowledge and services. Remember that this is how they win business and market themselves - potential customers like their answers and think “I’ll have a look at this guy”. Use this to your advantage to get the help and guidance you need to sharpen your job search.

In compiling Career Carnival, I’ve collected together links to blogs that I think are worth looking at under a whole range of headings. I’ve also used twitter to conduct a snap shot poll, asking career experts for their top tips for job seekers. Needless to say they were forthcoming and the results will be listed over the coming weeks!  The contributors are listed by their twitter name, be sure to follow them and you will get lots of blogs, links and advice.

I have also collected a range of media from around the world.  You can read, print, listen to audio or watch video, whatever suits you best.

Best of luck in your search, it might seem tough out there but things are definitely picking up. Redundant executives have used the opportunity to move sectors and re-train; to do something they really want to do. There are still plenty of skill shortages out there. When you get in touch with an expert you might discover you have hidden skills that you think are ordinary but will make you stand out. A Picasso is always a Picasso whatever the market.

What is clear is that work won’t come to you; you will need to work at marketing yourself to get ahead of the race. Nothing complicated but follow the advice contained here. They call it “work” because you have to do some if you want to get anywhere!

Thanks to all the contributors who dedicate their time to helping others plot the right course. Find what you like, use it and keep an open mind to new suggestions.

Best of luck, it’s the best time to be looking with market recovery on the way!

@BillBoorman

PS: Follow me on twitter!

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