Chapter 26. Excellent Tools to Help You Get a Job When No One's Hiring
There are some great tools and resources you can use to help you identify appropriate career paths and job roles. Many people are unaware of them or simply do not make the effort to track them down. When no one's hiring, these tools can make all the difference between you becoming a career victor—or a career victim. The following resources are often as close as your nearest public library, university, newsstand, or convention center:
Library research (visit the business department of the largest library in your area)
Dictionary of Holland Occupational Codes
Occupational Outlook Handbook, U.S. Department of Labor
Professional associations and organizations
Free and low-cost career seminars and professional development programs
Online employment and business databases
Trade magazines, books, newsletters, and blogs
Industry-specific networking functions
Business conferences and expos
Job fairs
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