Monthly Update

Dear loyal reader(s?),

It seems I've hit the one month mark with the chronicles of my job search.  As with all efforts, it is necessary to review effort and progress that has resulted of that effort, so as future endeavors may be properly directed. Each method will be evaluated on how many phase II encounters it has provided to this point in time...

So here goes:

Method	Phase II Progress
Method 1: Searching Job Postings	1: Interview, no spam
Method 2: Passive Seach	1 Interview whole bunch of spam
Method 3: Networking	0
Method 4: Self Employment	1Potential Opportunity at the Library
Method 5: Job Fairs	1 Phone Interview whole bunch of spam
Method 6: Imaginary Jobs	1Potential Opportunity at the Library

As you can see almost all of the "hard" methods have had approximately equal success, though when weighing the spam responses it seems that Job Fairs (when done irresponsibly) may become a waste of time.  Also Passive Search methods require constant cleaning of the email inbox to keep up with the shear number of 'respondents' who have not yet bothered to look at my resume, save to read my name and email address.

It seems that continuing to pursue job postings (on job posting boards) is a relatively fruitful method.  However my recent experiences with the library have shown that this may be a method of active job seeking that I have not yet attempted.

With these conclusions in mind, I believe that devoting more time to the library, to responding to job postings and thoroughly researching job fairs will be the most effective use of my time.

I would also like to introduce Phase I method 7: researching companies in which I am interested and 1. applying to job postings via the company's website or 2. showing up at the company's recruiting events as they are held.

Best regards,
Beth

Method 2: Resume Posting

I do believe I've received my first legitimate hit from posting my resume!

The company installs solar panels onto the roof of your house, and you pay for the power you use, rather than for the panels themselves.  Basically, it's a very decentralized solar grid they're trying to build.

The person who contacted me was unwilling to share details of the position.  Sure, maybe he just did not want to mislead me by giving me bad information, but I'm still weary of a company that doesn't tell you anything about its job postings.

About a year ago they were driving pretty hard for sales interns.  Most of the questions he asked over the phone, however, were regarding leadership and my past managerial experience.  It will be interesting to find out where in their company they see me fitting.

I have the interview tomorrow, so I plan on finding out the answers to all of these questions, and more!

I wish I had been given more time to prepare, but they'll either have to love me or not!

Best regards,
Beth