A successful job search requires that you research companies and industries to identify the employers to which you wish to apply, and to present yourself as a knowledgeable, interested candidate.
Since most job openings are not advertised, you need to apply to targeted companies, regardless of whether the firms are advertising open positions. In addition, you need to learn enough about the companies to ask informed questions at the interview and relate your qualifications to the needs of the organization.
What to Research
• Size and structure of the organization
• Headquarters and branch locations
• Products and services
• Major executives in the firm and their backgrounds
• Management philosophy and style
• Financial health of organization
• Trends and issues in the industry
• Relationship of the organization to its competition
Where to Research
Annual Reports - These reports and other materials are available from an organization's public relations/information office. Most large organizations produce a report, which presents an outline of the organization's successes, growth, history, goals, and financial status. Note: companies prepare two public reports: one for stockholders (annual report) and one for the Securities and Exchange Commission (10K report). A 10-K report has less narrative but contains more comprehensive financial reporting.
LinkedIn - Find company profiles on LinkedIn and discover job openings and statistics on current employees. Utilize your network to identify your existing connections to the potential employer, and request introductions or referrals to personalize your application.
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