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Networking - it works!
Here's a statistic that might amaze you: At least 50 per cent (and
possibly as many as 80 per cent) of job vacancies are never advertised
outside the company. Obviously, the hidden job market holds possibly
the greatest potential for the new immigrant. The question is, how does
one tap into this market?
The answer, quite simply, is networking. This catch-all term means
keeping your eyes and ears open, and spreading the word around that you
are in the market for a job.
To network successfully, it helps to get around a lot - joining a club
or association, regularly staying in touch with friends, striking up
conversations with people you meet often.
It is not uncommon for job-seekers to hear of vacancies while talking
to neighbours in a building's laundry room or gym, or while riding in a
bus or train.
Make it a point to speak to people you know (and people they know) to
inquire about openings at the companies where they work. You needn't be
ashamed of admitting to being ‘between jobs' - almost everyone in
Canada, immigrant or not, has been through this and will appreciate
your predicament.
Here's wishing you a successful job hunt!
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