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Being a small business, I thought this was a great article to share with you. Especially since we’re always looking to hire sales people 
Did you know that Intel was a small start-up that exploded on the chip scene (no, not potato chips) during one of the nastiest recessions in the 1980s? Intel was actually founded in the late sixties, but if you take a look at their Wiki history, you’ll see that they became “one of the largest and most successful businesses in the world.” The company was founded by two ex-Fairchild employees who put their heads together and developed a chip that pretty much runs just about every PC in the world–well, not all, but you get the picture.
So why am I talking about Intel? Because in this economy, it’s the small business owners and entrepreneurs that will create the next Intel. These are the companies that will wind up employing hundreds or thousands of people around the world.
Consider: One of these small, dynamic business may become your next employer.
So how does one “find” a small business? OK, let’s go to the white board!
If you Google “small business”, you’ll get an eye-popping 116,000,000 search results. Way too much information, right? However, if you drill down at the Small Business Association, you eventually find your way to their Dynamic Small Business Search.
So what will this site give you?? LOTS of information, that’s what. Let’s say you’re looking for a small business in New York City in the 212 area code. Hit the search button, and this is what you get: 1,478 small businesses–in just one area code.
So, from this search result, let’s pick a company at random: Derive Technologies LLC. Have you ever heard of them? Neither have I. But go to their website and you’ll see seven openings!
But here’s the kicker: run a search on Careerbuilder for this company and you get this response: Sorry, no results were found based on your search request. Oh Careerbuilder, you are such a disappointment!
So what does this exercise tell you? Find that small business that really needs to hire you!!
Article By: Lorraine Russo
Article courtesy of the Recruiting Blogswap, a content exchange service sponsored by CollegeRecruiter.com, a leading site for college students looking for internships and recent graduates searching for entry level jobs and other career opportunities.
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.Job Search Tips
If you’re not sure what to do, here’s a list that might help.
1. Know thyself.
Identify what really interest and excites you. Understand that these traits define you and use it to explore career choices and opportunities.
2. Take a career assessment test.
There are a lot of career assessment tests available online. Find the time to take one. The test gives you a lot of insights about your core competencies and work preferences.
3. Ask others.
It’s actually quite difficult to see yourself as others do. It would be to your advantage to ask friends and family on your traits and skills. Your co-workers are also a good source of information. Knowing how they perceive you, what they like and don’t like about you and what skills or traits need to be changed can be helpful in determining your professional profile.
4. What moves you?
Would you be more interested in status or a six figure salary? Do you want to make a difference in your community and the world or just on your company’s net worth?
5. Take charge.
In the ‘80s, when you worked for a large company, you usually could conclude that you would be working there for your entire career. In those days, the corporation drove your career path, advancing as it saw fit.
At the turn of the century, times have changed. In the span of your career, you would probably work for at least five companies. In most cases, you will probably work for more than five. Know which career track you desire, and make sure that track brings you to where you wish to go.
6. Determine the company fit.
With the current emphasis on streamlined and productivity-focused companies, the cultural and company fit are just as important as the professional goals. Consider the values and principles of the company and compare them with your own. It is important that you feel comfortable and fit in with company.
7. Free your mind.
The career path you choose is about change and more change. It includes expansion and new opportunities. All of these changes require a desire to journey and discover.
8. Balance is the key.
A huge amount of time is devoted to your career when you are in your 20s and 30s. When you reach your 40s, your personal life might take precedence and maybe more important to you. Find a corporation that will provide you with a balance in your work and your life.
9. Don’t hang around.
If you’re not satisfied with the way your career is going, go do something. Always be in control of your career path to have a satisfying career.