As you are no doubt aware, finding work has become sooooo much harder than it was just a few short months ago.
BUT! There is still great jobs for people who have the right approach. We are seeing a steady stream of jobs coming in each day so DON'T GIVE UP!
Advice and Tips on finding that great job.
We've come up with some very useful tips to help you find that great job to keep your cash flowing and/or to get your second WHV.
YOU NEED TO BE SWITCHED ON, MOBILE, PREPARED AND PERSISTENT!
What does this mean?
- Approach work agencies and employers seriously and with the right attitude. The first impression says it all and we like to see enthusiasm, common sense and patience.
- The cost of airfares has never been this low, be prepared to jump on a plane and goto the other side of the country.
- Never give up, the people we are finding work for are patient and persistent. You may have to wait a day, a week or two weeks but the patient people are the ones who are finding the best jobs.
- Plan to stay in work longer... the days of working for 4-6 weeks and then moving on are fast running out. Most employers like workers to stay for 3 months at least. This still gives you plenty of time to travel, explore and party.
- Make sure your CV is well prepared and up to date, including your work experiences in Australia.
If you want to know how to get the best jobs, access more tips and other advice from us... and other backpackers, you will now find it all on our Facebook page. All you have to do is become a fan and you will see what an awesome resource this is. Here's the link, http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Job-Shop/28844565232
There's videos of other backpackers, awesome links and you can start a discussion.
I loaded a link recently to an amazing site that holds snap surveys of backpackers on a range of issues... become a fan at http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Job-Shop/28844565232 and check it out. It's a great read, with more to come.