Friday, October 28, 2011

10 Reasons Some College Graduates Can't Find Jobs

Although the economy is making it really challenging to find a job - some college graduates are having an exceptionally difficult time.  New college graduates need to remember that job search success requires constant effort.  Use this list as a checklist to ensure you are doing everything you can with every job opportunity that comes your way.  This list of the 10 reasons some college graduates can't find jobs is a way to keep yourself on track.  Everyone knows the economy is bad, no need to repeat that reason.
  • Using bad resumes and cover letters.  Find sample resumes at BullsEyeResumes 
  • Not using their college resources.  Check out the alumni network or career centers.
  • Overlooking internships after graduation. Internships are still possible after college.
  • Engaging in negative social networking. Clean up your online persona.
  • Resumes show a lack of leadership experience from college.  Not all experience has to be paid.
  • Not understanding what employers want. Do your research.
  • Poor networking skills.  Networking doesn't just mean asking for help.  It means helping as well.
  • No interview preparation.  Find a way to do a mock interview.
  • Little or no follow-up.  Every lead is important.
  • Too much career ambiguity.  If employers sense you are looking for anything, they might not hire you.

4 comments:

Marianna said...

You've created an easy to refer to checklist to help grads hone their job-search skills - much needed when bewilderment and frustration set in.

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BullsEyeCareers said...

Thanks Marianna. Anything that can help to lower the job search stress is a good thing.

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