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Demand Attention and Land the Job

(ARA) - With thousands of US workers actively seeking employment, there’s no denying that today’s job market is tough. So what does it take to get noticed by employers and land a job?

Some job seekers have found success through attention-getting techniques such as sending fruit baskets to hiring managers, delivering resumes in pizza boxes or showing up at interviews with cakes.

While these gimmicks have worked for some, it is not always the best approach to landing a job. “If you know the HR manager or the person who will be reviewing resumes, modify your approach based on what you know about that person,” suggests Jeff

Taylor, founder of Monster, the leading global online careers resource. “Take the extra step if you know the decision maker favors those who show initiative . If not, then take a more professional approach.”

Here are a few tips on how to get noticed:

Apply to jobs that match your skills and experience: Write a targeted cover letter and modify your resume so that it shows how you are the best fit for the job.

If you know the hiring manager's name, consider a voice mail or e-mail: Your message should entice the hiring manager to take another look at your resume.

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Do you know someone at the company who can make an introduction? You won’t have a referral every time, but it is worth the extra effort to try to find one.

When contacting employers, use an approach that reflects the reasons why you think you should get the job. Whatever you do, be polite -- and don’t do anything to get attention that will affect your long-term career. Today’s job market calls for extraordinary methods and it is increasingly important for job seekers to be more proactive and thoughtful in their employment search.

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