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Tuesday, November 15, 2005

Seasonal Job Hunting Tips

Where to find seasonal jobs?
During the holiday season there are some traditional types of businesses are always hiring. They include;

~ Shipping companies such as UPS & FedEx
~ Hotels and resorts
~ Restaurants
~ Retail stores
~ Manufacturing companies
~ Catering firms

Most of these companies allow job seekers to walk in and fill out applications on the spot. Some will even interview you the same day.

Online sites are also a great source for seasonal jobs, visit ~ http://www.snagajob.com/ ~

Start your search early
Do not start looking on Black Friday, (the day after Thanksgiving). This is the busiest shopping day of the year and managers will not have time to talk to you nor hire you. They want their staff in place before such. Begin your search weeks before the rush.

Temporary Staffing Agencies
Contact and register with a couple of temporary staffing agencies. Once again, contact these firms early. Often these agencies have the inside scoop to many seasonal - help positions because they have been supplying talent to these companies for many years.

Interview Tips
When you secure an interview dress appropriately for the job. At least present yourself in business-causal attire. When you interview, smile and be very enthusiastic.

~ Be flexible either with shifts and/or assignments.
~ Tell them you are willing to learn new skills.
~ Make sure you have reliable transportation to and from the employer.
~ If you are interviewing for a job in a retail clothing store, try to show up dressed in an outfit from that store.

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