Helen2009
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 Posted: Fri Aug 14, 2009 9:59 pm Post subject: Want to help a former boss find a job ))) |
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Hi all!
I need some advice. My former boss had worked in our company for 6 years before he left last December (low salary). I know that since then he's changed 2 jobs and by now he's been unemployed for about 2 months and needs a job to support his family. He's a good person and a good specialist and manager, so he definitely deserves a good job, it's probably just a misfortune that he can't find it, due to the recession and summer time (they say jobs offers abound in autumn).
I saw his CV on one of the most popular job website of our city, so probably I could give the link to his CV to potential employers? But how to find them? |
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Pauloz
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Location: Sydney
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| Posted: Sat Aug 15, 2009 12:08 am Post subject: |
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Helen2009
Nice thought, good idea, but:
1. Is he OK with you sending people his CV? I'm sure he'll appreciate the help, but you'll need to coordinate. You might also send a CV to something he's applied for himself. Could get confusing.
2. The trouble with firing off CVs is that it can lead to a lot of letdowns for both of you. Suggest you sound out whoever you send the CV first, target the ones who are obviously and genuinely interested.
The best way to do this is to do some networking. See if you can get people looking out for possible jobs for this guy. The inside tracks with networks can move a lot faster, and find a job much more efficiently.
Suggestion for finding jobs:
Since the guy's a specialist, with management experience, he's a potentially high value employee. Employers look for specific skills, and transferable skills. Look for jobs clearly related to the specialty, and he should get a job, fast.
Search the specialty, rather than job titles. It'll refine your searches automatically. Also check out location, jobs in his area. Keep an eye on job criteria, make sure he's a good match for the job.
You can also check with the employer about any obscure points in the job ads, just so you're certain of the fit to the job. |
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