4: JOB SEARCH TOOLS
A few tips for effective business cards: Determine the information you want on the card. Standard information includes your name, address, professional-looking email address and phone number with a professional outgoing voicemail message. If you are looking for work while still employed it is not acceptable to use your current work email address or phone number. If you have a LinkedIn profile, you can include the URL as long as the content is in line with your job search, and the profile is up to date. Provide a description of your profession. “Web Writer and Producer,” “Team Lead and Machinist,” “Financial Analyst” will give the card recipient at least a small idea of your background and talent. If you have other certifications or advanced degrees add them after your name but try not to overdo it. The downside is you may look like you’re overqualified for many positions. Double- and triple-check your information for typos before you print your cards. Some people use the back of the business card to list skills. Some job experts, however, like the idea of leaving that space blank for potential employers to take notes. Like both ideas? You can compromise by listing your attributes on the back but leave room for someone to make a note or two. Quality matters. Use thicker card stock rather than cheaper, thinner paper. It tells potential employers you pay attention to small details, like having a business card that does not crumple or tear easily. Get the cards professionally printed. In a rush? Many copy shops and printers can turn around business cards in hours. Many offer their services online. Do not overlook the importance of business cards. Used effectively, they are your mini-resume and have the potential to open new doors during your job search. If even 10% of those who get your card keep it, you will have made a little headway in your job search.
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