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Updated: Dec. 28, 2010 8:35 a.m. 11 tips to kick-start your job search in
2011
By TIM TYRELL-SMITH
For THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

After a period of slow holiday weeks, it's easy to feel as if your job
search has stalled out. All your hard work did not deliver the result you
expected.

But there is good news. We are just about to push re-start.

Each year is a new opportunity to throw away any mistakes we've made in the
last twelve months. And re-focus our time and attention toward new and
better ideas.

*Here are 11 tips to kick-start your job search in 2011:*

*1. Start setting daily, weekly and monthly goals *

It's easy to be impulsive in job search. You lack the structure of your
former company. So build structure by writing down ten goals to achieve each
week. Choose two important and relevant goals per day.

*2. Start networking with a purpose*

There's a difference between socializing and networking with a purpose. So
identify specific people you need to meet and set a plan to find them at
local networking events, on LinkedIn or via your personal network.

*3. Start connecting with others via social media*

Complete your profile on LinkedIn and secure a minimum of 100 connections.
Follow your target companies on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. And begin to
build influence and social credibility in advance of a job interview.

*4. Start your morning early*

If your morning routine is stale, resolve to start each day early in 2011.
Suggest coffee meetings starting at 8:00 or sooner. Find networking events
that start early. And create positive inertia for a productive day.

*5. Start a newsletter*

You worked so hard in 2010 to initiate new connections. Don't let them fade
in 2011. Create a monthly newsletter or e-mail update to stay visible. And
let your personality shine so others will want to read it.

*6. Start sharing specific job search objectives*

If your answer to "what are you looking for?" is vague or long-winded, sit
down and write specifics. Describe your target position including function,
level, geography and target companies. So others can help you.

*7. Start attending new networking events*

If you are too comfortable at your favorite networking event, look for one
or two new events to attend. Expose your brand to a whole new crowd in 2011.
Look for events in your industry or function (e.g. marketing).

*8. Start helping others*

Consider taking a productive day off and dedicate every hour of your day to
supporting someone else. Get to know their objectives and search your
network for relevant connections. Then introduce a few people.

*9. Start an accountability group*

If you or a few friends are not getting the big stuff done, start an
accountability group. Meet weekly with a partner or a group of 4-6 others.
Share your goals for the week and allow others to keep you on task.

*10. Start smiling*

Learn to smile when networking. A smile opens a door to others and says you
are comfortable and confident. Others are more likely to help if they
believe you are able to help yourself.

*11. Start paying attention to your small wins*

Keep a journal of the positive results each day. This will keep your focus
positive and allow you to see momentum building. Share your wins with others
and encourage them to share with you.

Don't let 2011 begin without making positive changes in your job search.
Start now.

*Tim Tyrell-Smith* is founder of Tim's Strategy, a blog that helps
professionals succeed with job search, career and life strategy
timsstrategy.com. Follow Tim on Twitter @TimsStrategy. His *30 Ideas
Book*<http://www.amazon.com/30-ideas-Ideas-Successful-Search/dp/1456311379/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1292270889&sr=8-1>was
recently published.

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Peter Lutz
(908) 672-9150
"Bridging the gaps between Business and Information Technology"

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