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Classified Ads?



Maybe you will find your next job in the Classified ads.


Excerpt from: Occupational Outlook Handbook


The "Help Wanted" ads in newspapers list numerous jobs. You should realize, however, that many other job openings are not listed, and that the classified ads sometimes do not give all of the important information.

They may offer little or no description of the job, working conditions, or pay. Some ads do not identify the employer. They may simply give a post office box to which you can mail your resume, making follow-up inquiries very difficult.

Some ads offer out-of-town jobs; others advertise employment agencies rather than actual employment opportunities.

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When using classified ads, keep the following in mind:
  • Do not rely solely on newspaper ads to find a job; follow other leads as well.
  • Answer ads promptly, because openings may be filled quickly, even before the ad stops appearing in the paper.
  • Read the ads pages every day, particularly the Sunday edition, which usually includes the most listings.
  • Beware of "no experience necessary" ads. These ads often signal low wages, poor working conditions, or commission work.
  • Keep a record of all ads to which you have responded, including the specific skills, educational background, and personal qualifications required for the position.


If you take a look at the table below, it outlines how people ACTUALLY find jobs (as opposed to how they THINK jobs are found).


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Do those numbers reflect what you expected them to? One thing to keep in mind is the phrase you have probably heard before "Don't put all of your eggs in one basket." The reason is that if something happens to that basket, you will have nothing left.

The same thing holds true for most aspects of business. Diversify everything to protect yourself in the event that something goes wrong. At least if it goes wrong in one area, it might go right in another area.

So, the bottom line is: Look for your next job in a variety of places. Do not simply rely on one method to provide your dream job.

Using classified ads is fine, but do not rely on it them alone.

Click here to read more about Job Hunting with Classified Ads

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