A blueprint for finding the perfect job

What is a blueprint?

Traditionally, a blueprint is regarded as a paper-based reproduction documenting an architecture or engineering design, with technical drawing emphasizing the plan.

On a more general basis, the term "blueprint" has come to be used to refer to any detailed plan.

We will use the later to describe a job search in the current market and to stay competitive no matter the situation. Your dream job should be more than just filling for an open position. If you are looking for employment, in any field, you can follow these steps and adjust them to your particular situation. The result will speak for itself.


The following is a strategic way to conduct a job search.

Most job seekers turn to want ads in newspapers and online websites as the crux of their job searches. Here are the facts: an online search is akin to going to a bar to find a mate. Most people will be forgotten amid other suitors wearing similar scents and attire.

If you're new to this tradition or just out of school you may feel dumbfounded and frustrated. That is normal, due to the fact that most people don't get a job this way or that easy. You must have a plan instead.

I'll tell you right now: ditch the newspapers and job search websites. The current job search is about being cutting-edge and taking risks.

Say no to tradition

Ignore the old advice of going to newspaper and online websites first. They're for the desperate, the uncreative and the people stuck in the 20th century. They can be useful, but not as a primary place to search for jobs. Most of those jobs often get filled internally or by someone who knows someone either before they are posted or soon after the jobs get posted.

These jobs are better choices for someone who is desperate and needs to apply to as many jobs as soon as possible or they'll be in financial peril. If in your current situation you find it better to follow tradition then stay with tradition, however there's more to strategy should you want to set yourself apart.


The cutting-edge job search blueprint

1. Scout - The first step is not to search for available jobs, but to search for companies. Pick the most appealing companies to you. These should be the companies you want to work for.

2. Sort - Sort your list of companies by letter grade from A to F after you've weighed the pros and cons, checked for unlisted openings and scaled the jobs for desirability.

3. Focus - At this state, we'll ignore anything that gets lower than a C on your scale. You should never focus on a job or company because of the salary they pay. We know money is important, but to really be competitive and happy in the end consider what you are interested and love, not just the greens. With that said, focus on the jobs you want. These are the jobs where you should invest the most time, resources and creativity. Start with your A companies and then go to B companies after following the other steps.

4. Research - You've already scouted the companies, now is the time for the research. Learn about the areas they need to improve and where they've had success. This insider information will set you apart in your job search.

5. Adapt - With the information in hand, adapt your skills and message to how you can help them. Make sure your message shows that you've done your homework.

6. Impress - These companies may or may not be hiring. Either way, your goal is to impress. You've spent time on these specific companies for a reason. Treat this like a first date. Start with a phone call then send your package. Wait and deliver a friendly call back. During these calls, establish a rapport so you can call back in a few weeks to keep inquiring about openings and keep your name in the game.

Rather than send out dozens of resumes, you've put your best forward with a few jobs. This cutting-edge job search blueprint will first separate you from the mob of online job applicants. The blueprint then puts you in a position to take advantage of opportunities you want. There is no worse feeling than having rushed to take an average job when you could have had your dream job, but you thought they weren't hiring or limited your job search to only what you and everyone else saw.

source: http://exclusive-executive-resumes.com/resumes/job-search-blueprint/