With the current ratio of job seekers vs. vacant jobs, there’s no telling when you’ll be able to get a good-paying job. Now, why is it that other applicants are more successful in their job search than you have been? Do they have a secret weapon that gives them a bit more edge than you?
When everybody else looks for jobs in magazine ads, newspapers and online job search sites, you should take the initiative to deviate from these options. Be resourceful and look for jobs where the competition isn’t neck to neck. If you want to increase your chances of getting a good-paying job, listed below are five great places to find more job opportunities:
- Federal government – While the economy is suffering from the recession and private companies are still in the mend from the recession’s aftereffects, the federal government is never affected by this scenario. As per latest update, the federal government website USAJOBS has more than 5,000 jobs available for every citizen of the country and those who want to serve the country. Job opportunities range from educators, law enforcers to fire fighters.
- North Dakota – Also known as the peace garden state, this place is listed as the third state with the least number of residents, yet they have many job openings for job seekers. If you’re willing to relocate and you want to give North Dakota a try, try visiting their state official site and see what’s in store for you.
- Australia – According to one source, the Land Down Under has been increasingly looking for young professionals who are willing to relocate. A lot of education opportunities have been opened by Australia, and it only makes sense that they have also opened more job opportunities for foreign professionals who want to experience working in another country.
- Dubai – While the US job market has been recovering from the economic crisis, halfway around the globe, Dubai’s economy has been continually booming. Recessions have not made a significant impact on the economy of this place and even young professionals who want to make it big in their chosen field have trooped to Dubai to see what’s in store for them. Virtually any job is available in Dubai for all kinds of professionals.
- Network – Networking is one of the most powerful ways to seek jobs. Job seekers should always be aware of the importance of staying connected to their network buddies. While most job seekers peruse online job sites, and magazine and newspaper ads, turn instead to your network and ask around for an opening. A friend of a friend may just be able to recommend you to his boss. There are also professional organizations you can join so that you can attend timely conventions that may open just the right opportunity for you. Also, do not forget to contact your college career counseling center from time to time because they also keep track of current job openings.
To be able to be on top of your game, resourcefulness is key. Given that you want to be able to look for the most appropriate career, give your job search effort much attention and focus.
Before you apply to these jobs however, make sure your resume is up to par or else these places won’t even consider you as a candidate. Find your industry to see if yours is similar to the example shown.
