Job Events

Career Fairs and job events have become increasingly popular as places to find jobs. A recent event in Rancho Cucamonga in Southern California only highlights this popularity. 4,000 people showed up according to the Los Angeles Times. There was no mention of how many people were hired or how many positions were available.

Check it out at: http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/lanow/2009/04/job-fair.html

4,000 people. Yes, some got jobs and you do have to pursue very opportunity. And, job events might be part of your strategy for getting a job. However, always, always work your network of friends and supporters because that is where you are most likely going to find your new job.

I learned of a small business person yesterday who does not advertise when they have an open position. Why not? He will get 40 applications in 24 hours for one $10.00 per hour job. He does not want to have to say no to 39 people. What does he do? He lets his curent staff know about the opening and fills it from their friends and people they know. Networking will work - just keep them informed about what you are doing - just never let them see you get disappointed. When communicating with your network stay positive and upbeat.