We’re in some tough economic times right now, and that can make it that much harder to find a job.  Candidates have to work harder and work smarter to land the jobs they want.

I found a great article from Fortune magazine:   7 tips for job hunting in a tougher market.  These are fantastic tips, and here are the highlights:

1.  Request more face-to-face meetings. Get your face in front of recruiters and your network instead of relying on e-mails and phone calls.  It will make more of an impression.

2. Step up your job-search activity. This makes sense.  In many ways, a job search is a numbers game.  Increase your odds by increasing your activity.

3.  Try to be as flexible as you can. Consider contract work, part-time work, or starting at a lesser salary than you were hoping for.  It gets your foot in the door for other opportunities later.  Besides, less money is better than no money, right?

4.  Consider relocating. Top jobs aren’t always where you are. I love the idea of relocating and expanding your horizons…trying something new.

5.  Scour the hidden job market. Many jobs aren’t advertised.  Be proactive. Use your network, or contact employers directly.  They might appreciate your initiative.  (A great way to break the ice is to send them a copy of your 30/60/90 day sales plan.)

6.  Spend very little of your time on Internet job boards and help-wanted ads. Look, but don’t focus. Everyone’s looking here.

7. Take advantage of social networking sites. Personally, I love LinkedIn.  But also use MySpace or Facebook as part of your networking tactics.  Just be careful to keep it professional.

One tip they missed:  In tougher job markets, a recruiter is a gold mine of job opportunities and information.

Here's a link to some more great tips to heat up your job search.

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