College Student Job Search Mistakes Jefferson City MO

Provides job searchers a step-by-step guide on avoiding the top 10 job searching mistakes. Includes information on methods and resources.

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It's easy to make job search mistakes when you're a college student. After all, you've never really learned how -- or how not -- to look for a job.

In my six years as a career counselor working with college students, I've found there are at least 10 job search mistakes students commonly make. So here's a crash course on what not to do or think while searching for a job:

1. Don't Think You're Entitled to a Job.

Maybe you've fallen into the trap of believing the world owes you a job, because you've done all the right things like earning your degree and gaining relevant experience while in school. But employers don't share this perspective. They want you to prove yourself and demonstrate you're the right person for the job. Employers don't respond well to a give-me-a-chance type of thinking. They want to know what you can do for them.

2. Don't Assume You Have No Valid Work Experience.

If you don't believe you have any skills, experience or education that employers want, how will you convince employers to interview you, let alone hire you? You do have skills and experience to offer, perhaps through your academic background, internship or part-time job.

3. Don't Fail to Explore All Career Possibilities.

College students never learn about careers that might really interest them, because they don't explore career paths beyond the few they already know. Give yourself the opportunity to truly explore all your career options.

4. Don't Use Passive Job Search Methods.

In this difficult entry-level job market, you must diversify your job hunt. The more search methods you use -- particularly networking activities -- the more likely you'll find the job you want....


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