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Looking for the Right Company? Then Do Your Research!The internet has grown overwhelmingly as a result of our curiosity and our insatiable need to learn new things and remain informed. However, despite the volumes of available information, recruiters continue to be surprised when candidates demonstrateThe following are some of the questions you might want to consider in your search for more information about a company. 1. Is the company financially sound? What were their revenues last year and who are the major competitors? Without a subscription, you can find basic information about company size, products, management team and competitors at Hoovers on-line. Using some of this information in conversation at an interview, will impress hiring managers who will see you as a candidate that understands their business. 2. Is the company in an industry that has growing or shrinking opportunities? Some industries have experienced growth in recent years and will continue to do so while others have experienced significant declines over recent years and will continue to do so. Visit the Bureau of Labor Statistics (www.bls.gov) to see projections on growing and declining industries from 2004 to 2014. This inform 3. What is the culture of this organization? Taking a look at the organization's website, can give you some idea about the culture of the organization. Something as simple as whether or not a company shows diverse employees in photos or images on their web site can help. Also, companies will feature employees who speak of their own experiences at a company. and this is a great place to learn about inside of the organization. Keep in mind, however, that what you might hear and read will reflect the biases of some employees. If possible, take a quick lunch time drive by an organization might also give you information on the relationships among the people who work for the company. Learn about fundamentals also such as benefits available, so that you can avoid bringing that up before you have an offer. 4. Is this a socially responsible organization and how important is that to me? Some job seekers really care about whether the company they work for is socially responsible and committed to community. Recognizing the importance of this to potential candidates, many companies now publish information about their philanthropy on their own websites. Don't be afraid to speak to what you have read about the company if their stated views mirror your own. For example, did the company make the 100 Best Corporate Citizens for 2006 published by Business Ethics Online at http://www.business-ethics.com? 5. How can I find the information on the latest buzz about the company? Many organizations submit press releases about achieving earnings, growth milestones, new leadership and new partnerships. Great business media for the latest company information include magazines like Fast Company or Business Week and on-line news sources like CNN Money or The Wall Street Journal. The ultimate goal of course is to find out enough about an organization to know if this company is going to be a good "fit" for you; if the company culture matches your own and if you will be comfortable there. Research will not only increase your knowledge about a company, but can help to increase your confidence in the overall application process, as it improves your ability to target your job search. Company information can actually help to drive what you include on your resume and how you prepare for an interview. Be prepared to sift through both positive and negative data as you move towards a decision about where you will commit to spending the next several years. Take the time to do your homework! Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com BullseyeResumes.com provides free online resume advice for High School students and grads; College students and grads; Career Training and Vocational students and grads; Skilled/Hourly employees and Career Re-entry Professionals. Resume and Interview FAQs included for each group of jobseekers to enhance interview preparation and job readiness. www.bullseyeresumes.com Permalink: http://expert-talk.com/tips/448/looking-for-the-right-company-then-do-your-research-4448.htm Related Tips and Advices
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