Blog Post: What can job seekers do to find a job in such a poor economy?

What can job seekers do to find a job in such a poor economy? 

What changes or adjustments do prospective employees need to make in their job-seeking strategy to find success in this market?  

My answers:

Employees need to stop:

-’Gun slinging' resumes to every job posting on the Internet

-Make sure the resume has no spelling errors

-Don’t apply for jobs hoping there is another position open (example: because we staff truck drivers, managers apply on our truck driving postings)

 Do's

-Keep track of all jobs you apply for

-Have a professional message on your answering machine...don't take   initial calls on your cell phone...you are not prepared

-Look up companies before you call back...so you know what they do

-Send thank you notes...hand written  

Hope this helps!