Internet Tips & Tricks
By MARK DAVIS
General Manager, CommSpeed Internet Service
Vice
President, Prescott Computer Society
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www.prescottcomputersociety.org
Finding a Job Via the
Net
 In
the old days (pre-Internet, anyway),
the process of
looking for a new job was a pains. You checked the
local paper; visited some local companies, filled out
applications for employment; and sent out a lot of
letters hoping to find one or two companies who happened
to be hiring at the time.
Today, one
of the fastest growing uses of the Internet is for
employment - for both companies hiring and people
looking to be hired. From personality tests to sites
featuring employers who are looking to fill positions
today, the Internet puts it all at your fingertips.
 If
you're just getting started or if you're looking for
something completely different, you may want to first
visit websites that offer personality /
temperament / aptitude testing. One of these websites
is certain to give you some initial direction.
www.careerkey.org
www.careermaze.com
www.personalityonline.com
www.careerexplorer.net/test.asp
 The
Internet is a great way to find companies that fit your
specific profile, as well as finding more in-depth
information about the companies you are interested in
pursuing as your employer. A little research will go a
long way as you explore new career opportunities. As you
examine potential employers more closely, try some of
these sites.
www.companiesonline.com
www.hoovers.com
www.dunandbradstreet.com
 When
it comes to a career move, a good first impression can
make all the difference in the world. Find resume
writing help at:
www.provenresumes.com
www.careerperfect.com
From local
newspapers putting their classified Help Wanted listings
online, to websites listing thousands of openings around
the world, a job that will pique your interest is sure
to be found on the Web. You may want to start at one of
these sites.
www.monster.com
www.hotjobs.com
www.jobvertise.com
www.flipdog.com
Quote for the day:
Nothing is really work unless
you would rather be doing something else.
James M. Barrie (1860 - 1937)
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