How Our Library Can Help Your Job Search

When was the last time you visited the library? Yes, that library, the one with the books. Books are wonderful, but the library is so much more than just books. The Stockton-San Joaquin County Public Library offers many services that can benefit job seekers.

Need to improve your computer skills? The library offers classes on basic computer use, and internet searching, as well as on job search crucial applications like Microsoft Word and Excel.

If you need to use a computer with Microsoft Word, or need to print, the library has computers available.

Some branches are open until 8 PM, perfect for those evenings when you need to get out of the house for some quiet time.

Lastly, of course you can borrow books and other resources from the library, but did you know you can search their catalog and reserve a book online? The great staff at the library will even pull your book off the shelf and have it waiting for you. Our library is now offering audiobooks and e-books as well!

Visit the library's website at ssjcpl.org to learn more and then, go check out their new blog, ssjcplibrary.blogspot.com.

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How To Be Successful At A Job Fair

A job fair can be an effective way to meet hiring managers and recruiters in your community and learn about many job opportunities in one day. If you are prepared and use your time wisely, you can walk away with many strong job leads. Many job seekers make careless mistakes that can hurt their chances of success at a job fair. Here are 16 simple tips to make your next job fair a success.

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Do you want to differentiate yourself from your peers at work? I have a simple suggestion. All you have to do is speak up! That's right. It's time to work on your public speaking skills.

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Stop Networking!

Networking is a terrible verb to describe human interactions. For some people, networking still has that cheesy sounding ring to it. I've spent countless hours reading newspaper and magazine articles, blogs, tweets and Facebook posts from recruiters from all over the country and nearly all of them say that one of the most important job search strategies is networking.

How To Introduce Yourself Once You're Referred

Asking for a referral is important. How you handle that referral is even more important. If you want to work at XYZ Company and you know someone that works there, you should ask them to refer you to a hiring manager. Ideally, your contact will make a personal introduction, or copy you on an e-mail introduction. Sometimes, you'll just get a phone number or e-mail address of the hiring manager.

Know Your Risks, Don't Settle

Even if you've been without a job for some time, it is generally best not to settle for a job that you may not enjoy. Having said that, there are a couple of questions you should ask yourself when evaluating a job, or when determining what companies to target.

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How Our Library Can Help Your Job Search

Welcome to High Demand, Low Supply, a career and job-search blog written by Matt and Dawn Beckwith.

Finding a job can be stressful. Here, you'll find tips to increase your odds of success with finding a new job.

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