How to get a job in the 21st Century

Rebecca Fraser

Including the hidden job market, e-recruitment, resumes, online profiles and cover letters

'One important key to success is self-confidence. An important key to self-confidence is preparation'. – Arthur Ashe

Preparation is the key to all success, however in job search it is ensuring that you have prepared the right way and with the right information that will be the difference between getting to an interview or not. There is a lot of incorrect advice and information on the internet about how to find a job, how to write a resume and what to focus on. In this book, ‘How to find a job in the 21st century’, we bring you what is current and important in today’s job search. From finding a job through the hidden or advertised job market, through to writing your resume, the information contained in this book will help you on your journey. Most importantly, we touch on the challenges of e-recruitment tools and provide you much needed information on how technology is now impacting your job search.

 

About the Author

Rebecca Fraser is an Australian speaker, author and career professional with extensive experience working in organisations and for individuals across HR consulting, career planning, outplacement support and transition services. She is passionate about helping people find the information that they need to get a job and remains involved in research on all new technologies that will impact the recruitment and job search process. Rebecca speaks nationally on marketing for your career, including the issues surrounding social media and your career which is now having a substantial impact on many individuals in Australia, as well as on resumes and online professional networking. This is Rebecca’s 2nd book, with the first book ‘How to write a winning resume’ used in schools, universities, organisations and for many individuals both in Australia and overseas.