Kevin Donlin
(Guest post by Kevin Donlin, Co-Creator of the Guerrilla Job Search System.)
“How can I find the best companies to work for?”
That’s a question most job seekers ask almost daily.
It’s hard to answer … because it’s the wrong question.
Here’s the real issue beneath that question: “I don’t want to have to think hard about finding the best companies to work for.”
Admit it. You — like me and all humans — hate to think.
It takes time. You have to pick and choose. You might make a mistake. And it can give you a headache.
But unthinking behavior is a sure way to stay unemployed.
So, let’s re-phrase the query, because a well-phrased question is half-answered.
If you’ve been job hunting for more than 4 weeks, ask this question instead: “What have I NOT been willing to do to find the best companies to work for?”
That’s better. And easier to answer. In fact, here 4 things you can do TODAY to find the best employers to work for …
1) Look at your connections on LinkedIn. I mean really look. Pick 5 people
you admire, view their profiles, and look for the following:
* Where do they work now? (Could you work there?)
* Where did they work before? (Could you work there?)
* Who are their clients? (Could you work there?)
* Who are their competitors? (Could you work there?)
* Who are their vendors? (Could you work there?)
Do this for 5, 10, or more people, and you’ll surely find 5-20 prospective employers.
2) Make connections at your last employers. Specifically, think about
everyplace you’ve worked before. Now ask yourself the following questions:
* Could you work there again? (Could you work there again? Don’t snicker —
getting re-hired happens every day.)
* Could you work for your former clients?
* Could you work for your former competitors?
* Could you work for your former vendors?
3) Find companies in the news. Spend 15-20 minutes researching the
Business section of your local newspaper, looking for fast, smart, growing
companies. Can’t find any? Consider moving (or looking harder).
4) Ask 5 people you admire. I saved this for last, but it really ought to
come first. Because, the more conversations you have, the more people
will know about your job search — and the faster you’ll get hired. So, ask
the 5 most connected people you know for advice.
Tip: Take them all out for coffee, bring a legal pad, take notes. In 30-45 minutes, you’ll surely come away with answers that will shorten your job search. Total cost: Less than $30.
[If you’re in the job market and want to try something new, you can see Guerilla Job Search secrets caught on video and learn more here.]
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