Job Seeking Advice

[Gainzo]

After nearly 9 years with my current Company we have mutually agreed to part ways at the end of the year. There is no animosity between us just a conflict on what they expect from me and what I expect from them. As I have been employed for basically the last decade I'm a little rusty when it comes to looking for a job.

Any suggestions on websites, places to look, etc?

BTW: I have a BA in Management and have been working in Sales and/or Support roles at primarily Software Company's.

I'm sure some of you have been through the job finding process in the last few years so I thought this was the best place to start my search.

Thanks in advance.

[serphnx]

After nearly 9 years with my current Company we have mutually agreed to part ways at the end of the year. There is no animosity between us just a conflict on what they expect from me and what I expect from them. As I have been employed for basically the last decade I'm a little rusty when it comes to looking for a job.

Any suggestions on websites, places to look, etc?

BTW: I have a BA in Management and have been working in Sales and/or Support roles at primarily Software Company's.

I'm sure some of you have been through the job finding process in the last few years so I thought this was the best place to start my search.

Thanks in advance.

Ouch...now is a really bad time.

What I'd do, and the only thing that I think is effective, is I'd call up contacts that I have and mention your situation and that you're looking, and ask if you can pass on a resume.

Honestly, if you could have avoided this, I would not have left. Always make sure you have the next job lined up before leaving your current one, especially in this economy.

Nobody can give you good advice from 9 years ago because nothing really works well now, outside of the above.

[Jetsfan80]

How does one go about "mutually" getting fired?

[faba]

Network, network network

Any organzations in your line of work join

[Gainzo]

How does one go about "mutually" getting fired?

I didn't get fired. It's a unique situation because I report to the home office in New Zealand. As I post this it is currently 9AM on Saturday morning over there.

I'm looking forward to moving on as this has been in the works for a couple of years now.

[Larz]

you are about 7,657% more marketable while employed

as soon as you become unemplyed, you get a stigma

it's not fair, but it is real

did they offer you a stay bonus or other golden handcuffs to make sure you don't leave early ?

screw that, start interviewing right away

I used to be a headhunter, but it was a million years ago. start calling some firms, and try to find someone you are comfortable with , just make sure you tell them not to submit your resume, even a "blind" one with no name on it, without your permission.

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[Gainzo]

you are about 7,657% more marketable while employed

as soon as you become unemplyed, you get a stigma

it's not fair, but it is real

did they offer you a stay bonus or other golden handcuffs to make sure you don't leave early ?

screw that, start interviewing right away

I used to be a headhunter, but it was a million years ago. start calling some firms, and try to find someone you are comfortable with , just make sure you tell them not to submit your resume, even a "blind" one with no name on it, without your permission.

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I'm still employed and have already updated my 2001 resume . I've started networking but was looking for any info on websites, techniques, etc to get the ball rolling for my job search.

In the agreement I received there is no language that states I can't leave early. If I land a job before the end of the year I'm going to leave the Company that day.

[Scott Dierking]

Wow, the time zones really mess everything up.

[Gainzo]

Wow, the time zones really mess everything up.

Its an odd situation to say the least.

[JetCane]

...looking for any info on websites, techniques, etc to get the ball rolling for my job search.

this book.

http://www.amazon.com/What-Color-Your-Parachute-2009/dp/1580089305

[ECURB]

Do you know anyone at your company or a similar company in a similar position or department that has moved on in the last year or so?

That is a great way to get the ball rolling, ask them how they found what they found.

Also, nothing beats networking yourself of course.

[Thai Jet]

After nearly 9 years with my current Company we have mutually agreed to part ways at the end of the year. There is no animosity between us just a conflict on what they expect from me and what I expect from them. As I have been employed for basically the last decade I'm a little rusty when it comes to looking for a job.

Any suggestions on websites, places to look, etc?

BTW: I have a BA in Management and have been working in Sales and/or Support roles at primarily Software Company's.

I'm sure some of you have been through the job finding process in the last few years so I thought this was the best place to start my search.

Thanks in advance.

Sorry to hear this Steve. Especially in today's job market. Hopefully you'll be getting unemployment so that will ease the "urgency" to find another job right away. Start looking NOW while you're still working. Somehow it makes it easier. Employers are more apt to hiring someone already working than someone unemployed. Sad but true. I've always found that networking works best. You can find out about jobs BEFORE they're even listed in the paper etc. Best of luck Steve.

[Thai Jet]

How does one go about "mutually" getting fired?

I thought that was "unusual" too. Especially giving him till the end of the year. It's quite odd.

[greenerdaze]

I didn't get fired. It's a unique situation because I report to the home office in New Zealand. As I post this it is currently 9AM on Saturday morning over there.

I'm looking forward to moving on as this has been in the works for a couple of years now.

What's your point? How does the time zone difference matter?

[villain_the_foe]

After nearly 9 years with my current Company we have mutually agreed to part ways at the end of the year. There is no animosity between us just a conflict on what they expect from me and what I expect from them. As I have been employed for basically the last decade I'm a little rusty when it comes to looking for a job.

Any suggestions on websites, places to look, etc?

BTW: I have a BA in Management and have been working in Sales and/or Support roles at primarily Software Company's.

I'm sure some of you have been through the job finding process in the last few years so I thought this was the best place to start my search.

Thanks in advance.

Contact friends and family. These days you really cant just "find a job". You pretty much have to know people to get pulled in. At least thats been my experience.

[DHJF]

As people have already said, networking is your best bet. Talk to your customers and vendors - they'll often have the inside track on upcoming vacancies.

As far as the job boards, you probably won't get much from the biggies (i.e. monster, careerbuilder). However, there are lots of "smaller" boards that get a lot less traffic. Check out Doostang and 6figurejobs.com to start. LinkedIn has a great job board too, just make sure you have several visible recommendations. You should also check out any local or industry-specific boards.

Finally, make sure all of your other social networking sites (facebook, myspace, etc.) are viewable only to friends (Check your privacy settings). You will be googled even before being contacted by a prospective employer, and you don't want them to see any content they may deem "unsavory."

[Boozer76]

You are mutually leaving a job and knew this was in the works for 2 years and you're asking about this NOW??? Good luck man.

[Gainzo]

As people have already said, networking is your best bet. Talk to your customers and vendors - they'll often have the inside track on upcoming vacancies.

As far as the job boards, you probably won't get much from the biggies (i.e. monster, careerbuilder). However, there are lots of "smaller" boards that get a lot less traffic. Check out Doostang and 6figurejobs.com to start. LinkedIn has a great job board too, just make sure you have several visible recommendations. You should also check out any local or industry-specific boards.

Finally, make sure all of your other social networking sites (facebook, myspace, etc.) are viewable only to friends (Check your privacy settings). You will be googled even before being contacted by a prospective employer, and you don't want them to see any content they may deem "unsavory."

Thanks for the advice on the "smaller" boards as I will look into those tomorrow. Facebook, etc isn't a problem as the worst thing that can be seen is me tailgating.

[BP]

Thanks for the advice on the "smaller" boards as I will look into those tomorrow. Facebook, etc isn't a problem as the worst thing that can be seen is me tailgating.

One thing Steve. when you send your resume make sure it's either sent as an attachment or it's in plain text if you are gonna copy and paste it. the automated systems will not read it if it has any fonts or bolded letters.

Good luck with your next step in your career.

[LoneStarLady]

Lots of good advice in this thread.

Another site is Ladders.com. They specialize in $100+ K jobs and there may be a monthly fee. But you can get update emails on any jobs that match your criteria. They also have advice on writing resumes, going on interviews, and all the steps involved in job hunting.

LinkedIn is good for creating a network and keeping it up-to-date and, as was mentioned, it also has a job board.

CareerBuilders has advice on how to write a resume, an introduction letter, a thank-you-after-the-interview letter and so on. I'm sure there are other websites like that as well.

There may also be job boards specifically for the type of work you do. When I was laid off, I looked at the regular boards but also those that were only for my industry (publishing).

Not trying to be "a broken record," but the best way to find a new job is to network, network, network. Some jobs are never posted so talking to people in other companies may give you a lead.

Good luck and happy job hunting!

[uart]

In this economy?

Pray.