In this tough job market, you need some creative or unorthodox methods to add to your arsenal. It seems to reason that if you do what everyone else is doing, you are going to get the same results- which is no job interview or job offer. So try something new beside posting to job boards.

I recommend Guerrilla Marketing For Job Hunter by Jay Conrad Levinson & David Perry. The book gives a great & unique approach to job hunting. One chapter includes creative ways to find a job. Here are some of them:

Send half of your resume

Send a cover letter that includes your phone number to a company that you want to work for. In the cover letter, refer to your resume (that is not included.) Don't seal the envelope and the hiring manager will think it fell out and likely call you. At that time think phone interview.

Distribute a booklet

Write a booklet relevant to your industry and electronically distribute it freely. This demonstrates your expertise. Link to your site or blog.

Classified ads

Buy a classified ad in the newspaper. Create a title describes your ideal position and includes your skills.

Write a case study

Write a case study that shows your skills. This could include a product you introduced to market

prepare an analysis Send it to companies that have a need. This builds credibility. This works well in marketing, sales, manufacturing, or operations.

Prepare a competitive analysis

Create a competitive analysis on one of your targeted firm. Companies rarely keep tab of the competition. Focus on companies that are direct competitors. Use graphs and charts when possible.

Give one, some, or all of them a try and let us know the success you have!

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