The great thing about the weekend is it gives you some free time to think about what you’re really looking for in a new job.

Have you been sending resumes out to any job that looks somewhat decent and relatable to your previous experience? Remember, you are valuable and applying takes time, dedication, and attention to detail!

Spend time, this weekend, searching for companies that you would want to work for. Forget about whether or not they have a job open.

Your homework is to make a “Dream Job Wish List.” This list should contain all the companies you see yourself working for and why. This list must also include the contact person at this company.

After your list is complete, start strategizing how you are going to contact this person and your various, creative methods, for following up.

No one gets anywhere but just hitting “Apply” on a job listing. Well, maybe some do, but a majority of candidates, who get interviews, a second interview, more interviews, and inevitably a job offer, have to work really hard, following up and researching, to get where they are or are going.

Good luck with your homework this weekend and let us know if you need any help!