A presentation sharing some of the key things to keep in mind when searching for a job. This is by no means a complete list. These points are just the ones that helped me get through things. Alexander Zagoumenov presented at "Networking for Success" event by CCIS in Calgary.

1. What I learned about looking for a job in canada alexanderzagoumenov

2. Walk a mile in someone else’s shoes Employer’s shoes

3. be yourself

4. From your business cards and resume to search engine rankings and profiles on professional social networks Me 2.0 by

5. Plan, act, check, adjust Planning is good, but doing is what gets you the results

6. Be in touch with what’s going on in your industry Listen, listen, listen

7. we’ve come a long way Be proud of what you’ve done. http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=6500920&size=lg

8. Your network is bigger than you think Your network starts home http://www.archives.gov.on.ca/english/on-line-exhibits/diaries/big/big_36_murphy-family.aspx

9. Local communities Your cultural communities are there, both online and offline

10. Sell, sell, sell http://www.ahlsell.com/upload/images/pressimages/Personal_saljare_2.jpg

11. Keep an eye on your target

12. It’s a full time job

13. NEXT >

14. Bite size Keep focused by breaking the search into smaller stages http://superduper.co.za/lucky/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/nutella1.jpg

15. Be an optimist Work hard and be an optimist http://www.ivchristiancenter.org/photos/uncategorized/istock_000001237877xsmall.jpg

16. Know your strengths http://www.walkerclark.com/images/m_w_e_a_discussion.jpg

17. What recession? Change your attitude http://fuzionblog.files.wordpress.com/2009/06/the-recession-is-ended-the-independent-1106093.jpg

18. Treat yourself well Track your efforts, recognize your successes

19. we are strong http://www.muslimvideo.com/tv/thumb/1_9414.jpg

20. Thank you! alexanderzagoumenov www.zagoumenov.com