Getting a job on Craigslist or anywhere else
Sunday, August 26th, 2007Guy Kawasaki has a great post “How to Get a Job on Craigslist” that is really useful for anyone trying to get an interview. The majority of new grads and young professionals are going to be relying on the web for their job search. While this makes the search process a bit more efficient, it also makes the competition a lot steeper.
My personal favorites from Guy’s post are:
Write a cover email that addresses the position.
This should be a no brainer. You want to stand out in crowded field, then your reply to the ad needs to tell them that you’re qualified and that your resume is worth a thorough read. For new grads, this is critical since you may have holes in your experience or qualifications.
Apply really well.
You need to understand what the employer is looking for and make sure you address that need. Its fine to have a stock resume on file, but before applying tweak it to make sure you emphasize the experience or knowledge that the employer is emphasizing their need for. Also, make sure that you send them what they ask for.