Networking proving more beneficial than job postings for career seekers
Midlands Business Journal, July 29, 2011
The best way to find a job is through networking, staffing
experts agree. A job seeker must let others know he or she is
looking for a job, said Linda Aughenbaugh, senior recruiter with
Aureus Group. Most jobs are not posted but rather are learned
about through recruiters, Aughenbaugh said. Aside from working
with a recruiter, telling others is the best way to find a job,
she said. “Network, network, network,” Aughenbaugh said. Reach
out to everyone you know and make them aware that you’re looking
for a new career opportunity.” Aughenbaugh also advises people
to keep an eye on Internet job boards, as many companies now
post their openings. She suggests not posting a resume on a job
board unless the job seeker is unemployed. Those who are
employed need to be more discreet and instead should work with a
recruiter, she said.