Instant Interviews: 101 Ways to Get the Best Job of Your Life

Chapter 13. Blasting Instant Availability Announcements

Let's explosively blast your IAA with pure dynamite!

Faxing Fast

First we're going to review how to fax it to the offerors of the workingworld. You can easily get their fax numbers by calling target companies and just asking.

Here's what you say:

You: Hi. Could I have your fax number?

Receptionist: We have more than one. Which department are you trying to reach?

You: (Ask for anything but HR, such as:)

The head of marketing

The head of community relations

The head of internal affairs

The head of transportation

The head of your IT department

The list goes on, but you get the idea. You're trying to reach an offeror—a "head of"—who has fax access. You probably won't even be asked why. It's a routine request.

Just be sure to ask for the offeror's full name (including middle initial) and title. It's worth waiting for a moment to get this information.

Then be . . .

Internetting Instantly

1. Go online. The same sites that advertise jobs also allow postings from jobseekers.

2. Look up trade magazines, online and otherwise. Many have full sections of availability announcements.

3. Contact alumni and club magazines. They often have large availability sections too—at little or no cost. This is a great resource because people like to work with other members.

4. Find former supervisors and co-workers. Then e-mail them the announcement.

5. Use your computer address book. E-mail the announcement to your friends and acquaintances.

6. Let everyone you can know you're available and ...