On the Prowl for Jobs

Are you searching for a new job or an additional stream of income?

Everyone says that times are tough, but it doesn’t mean you should give up your job search. Keep your resume up to date and your eyes open for opportunities that may pop up. Stay well-connected and talk to your friends about what they do at their jobs. You never know when something might spark your interest. Check out these sites to get started.

–         Simple is best. Check out www.simplyhired.com for an easy to use search engine that pulls results from the web. It is easy to control your search features with the left-hand menu. It’s a great place to start your search.

–         LinkedIn has a great job-search feature that many people forget about. Just click on Jobs, and search by general key words or specific qualitifacations. You can see when a job was posted as well as by whom. Easily submit your resume and the hiring company can check out your Linked-In profile for more information as well.

–         For non-profit job seekers, check out www.idealist.org. If you have a lot of experience, consider joining a Board of Directors. All types of jobs, for a variety of career levels are available on this site. It is easy to navigate, and has clear descriptions of jobs.

–         Another great site for the non-profit world is Jobs for Change. You can browse by different categories if you aren’t sure where to begin. The site also posts useful articles about strengthening your hiring potential.

Mila is in her twenties and lives and works in New York City. She loves writing, running, and good music. If there’s a dance party, she’s there.

Originally posted 2020-02-04 13:00:49.