8 Things You Should Do When Starting a Job Search

By Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter

If you’re not sure what to do, here’s a list that might help. It’s really nine things but, what the heck.

1. Know yourself

Figure out what really interests and excites you. Use the interests and traits to explore career choices and opportunities.

2. Take a career assessment test.

There are many career assessment tests available online. Find the time to take one. The test gives you a lot of insights about yourself, your core competencies and work preferences. I like this one (the premium one will do a career assessment).

3. Ask others for advice and help.

It’s hard to see yourself as others do. Don’t you think it would help you to ask friends and family about your traits and skills. Your co-workers are also a good source of information. Knowing how they perceive you, what they like and don’t like about you and what skills or traits need to be changed can be helpful in determining your professional profile.

4. What excites you?

Would you be more interested in status or a six figure salary? Do you want to make a difference in your community and the world or just on your company’s net worth? What’s most important to you in…