Is there a website or book that has a complete list of all the businesses in Wis.? Right now I have the Wis. Business Directory but that doesn't have all the businesses listed either. Neither will the yellow pages. I've looked at a few sites, but these are even worse because the business has to be added by the business itself. Does the state or government have a list of all the existing businesses somewhere?
The reason I'm looking for a complete list is for job hunting purposes. I want to see if there are any business I may not know about out there. I've gone through the yellow pages and have checked all those businesses, but I've pretty much burned through my list of places to apply at. I know there has to be some businesses hiding out there that I haven't tried yet. At least I hope there is.
I found that posting a resume on sites like Monster that your chances are slim to none in finding a job. That's because so many are doing it. That goes for other popular job hunting sites too. If you ever seen the book, "What color is my parachute?" then you see how most people go about job hunting opposite of how employers look for people.
I was thinking of getting on Facebook. I'm not sure how successful that will be. I know a number of my designer friends from a forum use Facebook because they hate Myspace. The designs are too ugly for them LOL. I'm not that way. I was told Linked In is more for people that own a business to network, not the job seekers. I could give Twitter a try, what do I have to lose?
This Tuesday I'm going to the portfolio review night at the school I graduated from. I might get to schmooze with other employers that will be there. I know the school puts out quite a spread of food and you know everyone will be gathered around the tables eating and talking. Hopefully, I'll get a chance to talk with some former teachers. I was hoping this year to have good news to share with them that all the things they taught were paying off, but then the economy had to take a nose dive. At least I'll get some of those tasty bacon wrapped water chestnuts, if nothing else hahaha!!
I found that posting a resume on sites like Monster that your chances are slim to none in finding a job. That's because so many are doing it. That goes for other popular job hunting sites too. If you ever seen the book, "What color is my parachute?" then you see how most people go about job hunting opposite of how employers look for people.
I have used Monster & a couple others like it... get a lot of spam from them, that's about it.
I found that posting a resume on sites like Monster that your chances are slim to none in finding a job. That's because so many are doing it. That goes for other popular job hunting sites too. If you ever seen the book, "What color is my parachute?" then you see how most people go about job hunting opposite of how employers look for people.
I was thinking of getting on Facebook. I'm not sure how successful that will be. I know a number of my designer friends from a forum use Facebook because they hate Myspace. The designs are too ugly for them LOL. I'm not that way. I was told Linked In is more for people that own a business to network, not the job seekers. I could give Twitter a try, what do I have to lose?
This Tuesday I'm going to the portfolio review night at the school I graduated from. I might get to schmooze with other employers that will be there. I know the school puts out quite a spread of food and you know everyone will be gathered around the tables eating and talking. Hopefully, I'll get a chance to talk with some former teachers. I was hoping this year to have good news to share with them that all the things they taught were paying off, but then the economy had to take a nose dive. At least I'll get some of those tasty bacon wrapped water chestnuts, if nothing else hahaha!!
From what you said in parts of the first couple paragraphs, LinkedIn: Relationships Matter makes sense! That's where owners are (and others, too).
I am on Facebook, but so far I've added about 30 designer friends. None are from Wis., but are good online friends from a forum. I haven't gotten around to adding anyone that I didn't know. Feels a bit weird doing that on FB.
I started Twitter a few weeks ago and I'm not really into it, but I do it anyway to see who I can connect with. Twitter's search feature isn't all that great. I wish it would search by location, not by what people tweet. I'm sure I'm not the only one that feels that way.
I got my portfolio online, so now I can just put the link on my resume, and I have it on my Twitter and LinkedIn pages also. I did get a Twitter message from some guy today telling me he hopes he's as good as I am someday. Wow, didn't think my stuff was that good haha. I'm always comparing myself to others and some people are so talented. I'm also my own worst critic. I suppose that's normal otherwise a person would never try to grow or improve at anything.
I set up my account on LinkedIn yesterday and put all the info in the profile. That's all I got done so far. Haven't looked around at anything else yet.
I see you followed me back on Twitter. Did you figure out who I am? Hint: I don't look like a baboon. LOL
I just want to add.. networking tends to help only if you stay focused... the adage "birds of a feather flock together" holds especially true when networking (in my humble opinion).
Don't use the shotgun approach to finding a job when you want something specific. Network in your chosen field and geographic area for best results..
I have my resume listed on quite a few different sites.
Networking is a bit hard in Watertown since I won't be working here. Most of these people that live here don't even know what is beyond the city limits and I find myself spending more time explaining what a graphic designer is.
I'm not really sure where I'd network outside of Watertown unless I go hang out at the bars in Pewaukee or somewhere lol. That's why I started doing the Twitter thing and so on, to network online. The downside to networking is that it takes a LOT of time. Believe me, for years my husband and I have talked to people that we meet in stores, bars and wherever to ask them. No one ever seems to know anyone and the few leads I've followed were deadends. They aren't kidding when they say to build your network before you need it.
If I knew where other designers hung out, then I'd go there, but they are like everyone else and are everywhere mixed in with the rest of the people. Most people that know a designer just tell that so and so took a year to find a job or they went into another field after 10 years in design. That doesn't help me. The only place I have seen any graphic design events is downtown Milwaukee and that's a long drive for me, plus I dislike driving down there by myself. I get all confused since they changed the exits and what not.
My solution whenever I've been unable to find a job is to freelance.. you might try posting an ad in places like Craigslist, an auction for your services on eBay (people are always looking for logos, etc), and other places. your local newspapers might be interested in your services on an "as needed" basis. You could also, if you're capable, put together a comic strip and syndicate it for a few extra bucks.
Money, remember, is always where you find it.. you just have to look.
I agree with the LinkedIn recommendation. And check with your local Chamber of Commerce. They usually have a membership directory, which should get you most of the local businesses.
I tried LinkedIn a while back and didn't like it. The problem is if you don't already know people, then who do you add? You have to know people somehow just to add them. Nearly impossible to add strangers.
I also really didn't know what I was supposed to do when I was on LinkedIn. It's lacking on the social side. I think that's what I didn't like about it. I felt frustrated using it because I wanted to connect with people and couldn't. The site just won't let you.
It's probably a good site if you have done business in the past with people, but for connecting with new people it just didn't work for me and I gave up on it.
I agree, Blue.. LinkedIn just wasn't "for me", largely based on the issues you mention..
I find Facebook and Twitter to be far and away more useful to me.
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Originally Posted by Blue Baboon
I tried LinkedIn a while back and didn't like it. The problem is if you don't already know people, then who do you add? You have to know people somehow just to add them. Nearly impossible to add strangers.
I also really didn't know what I was supposed to do when I was on LinkedIn. It's lacking on the social side. I think that's what I didn't like about it. I felt frustrated using it because I wanted to connect with people and couldn't. The site just won't let you.
It's probably a good site if you have done business in the past with people, but for connecting with new people it just didn't work for me and I gave up on it.
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