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December 26, 2004
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Searching for a job is always a challenge, but those Printer friendly looking for work in recent years have found format themselves facing more of an uphill battle than before, and 2004 was no different. But there are plenty of success stories around the country as people find jobs using a combination of new and old methods. In order to face the continued challenges of a job search, job seekers have to be prepared and must learn from their mistakes. With that in mind, here are some thoughts from several CareerBuilder experts on the lessons they learned in 2004: "You must be your strongest advocate during the job search process. While it is nice to believe that references from previous employers and co-workers are going to do the trick, you must remain your most ardent supporter. Most job seekers fail to promote themselves properly, instead relying on their resume and references to carry the load. A well-crafted resume and good references are only part of the overall picture for job seekers. Job seekers must be able to execute under the pressure of the interview process."
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Bill Werksman, managing partner for Resource Partners, Las Vegas
"The hard lesson of 2004 is that many people will need to create jobs for themselves. Employers are finding ways to avoid growing their payrolls, so many people are finding that they need to become accidental entrepreneurs. The continuing layoffs and scandals of 2004 reinforced the lesson that corporate America is no longer a place of job security. Owning your own successful business has become the new American dream. The good news is that 2004 demonstrated that it's never been easier to start your own business. The Internet has made it possible for solo businesses to get up and going with minimal start-up costs." Bruce Judson, author of "Go It Alone! The Secret to Building a Successful Business on Your Own" (HarperBusiness, $23.95)
"Job seekers realized that we are now living in a technology-based economy
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