Gail Fine and Syndi Blatt are 2 unemployed women who have made it their mission to help other unemployed women. They have been friends for many years and happen to become unemployed at the same time. After spending countless hours viewing on-line job sites with no results, they decided to make their day more productive.  They did some research on free courses and lectures in their home town in Camden County hoping that it may help them with their job search. They have become so knowledgeable about job searching tips, health and wellness information, free local events, coupons and discount savings. It was so exciting that they wanted to share it with other unemployed women, so they created the website Unemployedwoman.com. After 6 months of being online, they have received much appreciation and gratitude from their readers for the many helpful tips they have provided.

Some important tips to know when searching for a job:

1.    When writing a resume a company wants to know one of three things

•    What can you do for them?
•    How much can you make them?
•    How much can you save them?

Make sure you incorporate them in your resume. Make your format simple and easy to read.

2.    Cover letters must be specific to the company you are applying to.  Research the company’s mission statement and incorporate it into the cover letter. 
If possible send the resume and cover letter directly to the company.  Google the company and get the information directly from the company website.  You can also call the company directly to find out the contact name to send it to.

3.    Write down everything that you want to accomplish for the day.  Divide your time such as:  job searching, networking, writing your resume, attending job fairs, cleaning the house, cooking dinner etc.  This will help you stay on task.  You don’t have to complete everything every day, but it will give you a great outline to follow, so you can make your days productive. 

4.    Networking is the most important thing you can do today to find a job.  80% of all jobs are found through networking.  Tell everybody you come in contact with that you are involved in a job search.  Carry a business card with you at all times.

While unemployed, it is important to be productive; as well as, find time to enjoy each day.  A positive frame of mind goes a long way.