Get In Your Niche…

Niche job boards are popping up everywhere online. Keep yourself up-to-date with the best or most reliable boards.
Job boards used to have simple outlines of available positions, but it has changed in the last two years. If you want to be seen, you must be on a niche job board for recruiters to view your information. You can take advantage of the newest networking capabilities on the web when you do this. For instance, some job boards are community-oriented. The community
‘atmosphere‚Äô generates conversation, insight, and opportunities to network with other members.

Speak with Recruiters
On these boards, you can build your network and find your dream position. Recruiters are receptive in community forums if candidates ask questions. A good example is Vault.com is known for its in-depth information guides for large consulting and finance industries as well as its community. Members can log into their accounts to ask questions for representatives from top firms to answer. This helps ease tension or uncertainty for job candidates.

Search Features In Forums
Entry level positions are everywhere on niche job boards and networks. If you use these boards, be sure to include industry keywords in your entry level resume. Search features in niche job boards help candidates find relevant listings. Recruiters use the search features to find resumes with relevant keywords for their job openings. The importance of candidate’s keyword relevancy increases efficiency in larger organizations that use resume databases.
List of well-known job boards:
•www.collegerecruiter.com
•www.hotjobs.com
•www.careerbuilder.com
•www.monster.com
•www.chronicle.com (Education)
•www.vault.com (Finance/Investment)
•www.journalismjobs.com (Journalism)
•www.marketingprofs.com (Marketing)
•www.topseos.com (Search Engine Optimization)
•www.salesjobs.com (Sales)
Remain Focus
Candidates who register in every niche job board may reduce their ability for successful placement. For instance, what happens when you lose focus in your job search? A glimpse of opportunity can blur you objectives if you are in a tight position. Entry level job seekers should find 3-4 niche job boards related to four different strengths in their experience, education, or career objective. Four or more job boards can spread you in too many directions.
Remember, participation in job board forums can distinguish you from other candidates.