Be Positive, Do Things Differently and Plan

Go to  Job Tips to Ensure a Successful Job Search. Checkout http://recruitermikec.blogspot.com/2012/05/job-search-formula-for-success.html for a more detailed version of the tips summarized below from recruiter Mike Collins::

1.  Be positive

• Believe your job search will be a success
• Associate with people who can have a positive impact on that goal

2.  Do things differently 

• The internet is a great source to connect with people
• Don't limit it's use to just just applying for jobs that are "advertised" or you will be missing a ton of opportunities
• Use the internet to find the "hidden job" market that sources say account for 70% to 80%  of the jobs on the market (openings that are there and can be filled but are not advertised)

3. Plan

• For every 100 qualified resumes received for a job opening, 4 to 7 are invited for an interview and 1 receives an offer
• You need to have a daily plan and you must work it
• Cold calling and making connections with other professionals should be the foundation of that plan