OK, so the economy sucks.
And, while most everyone reading this email are entrepreneurs and don’t want to have to mess around with a J.O.B (who does?), some are still in a transition, with bills still needing to be paid and their business financed.
So if that’s you, look lively, my friend.
Here are some simple ideas even someone with zero skillz, degrees or education can use.
Let’s boogy…
- Nix The Need
There’s something extremely persuasive and attractive about people who don’t “need” your money, your product or… yes… your job. And the same goes for employers. Do whatever it takes (a dive job at night, etc) not to “need” them and you’ll automatically have an advantage.
- Publicity
Want to beef up your resume? Get thyself on TV, radio or in a print publication. You aren’t just a job candidate, you’re a celebrity. And if you can tie your appearance to the industry you want a job in — booyah!
- Don’t Answer The Phone
Nothing oozes “neediness” like answering the phone on the first ring. Let them leave you a message. You’re in control of your destiny, not them.
- Dan Kennedy’s “No Competition” Secrets
In Dan Kennedy’s excellent “No Rules” book, he reveals some powerful (and simple) ways to make it so you virtually have zero competition for a job. It’s too much to go into here, so I suggest buying the book (or finding it at the library) and reading chapter 10 very carefully.
- Hit Up Your Network
Social proof, baby. Social proof. Who do you honestly think usually gets the job: The hard working responsible MBA who doesn’t know a soul at the company… or the “C” student (and known slacker) whose father knows the boss?
Anyway, those are a few tips that can help.
And hey, want even MORE advantages?
Then crack open “Crackerjack Selling Secrets” — and feast your mind on the 101 easy and ethical sales principles that have lasted the test of time (by sales, marketing and negotiation pros).
Methinks they can help land a jobby-job, too:
Ben Settle
