Have you heard of these leading Dot.com manpower agencies such as Monster, Jobstreet, JobsDB? What about early starters like Kelly services in Malaysia? Definitely. These are some of the premier agencies that majority of the Malaysians turn to for job seeking assistance.
Personally, I first registered myself with Jobstreet in 2006 when I wished to apply jobs abroad. I have to first update my resume, highlight all the best things and every little achievement that I have accomplished and submit my resume online. It does not stop there.
Next, I have to update my particulars as per my resume online using their electronic forms. Being computer literate I have little problem completing the task. These are all part of registering yourself into their database, as Jobstreet is an international job matching organisation with thousands of reputable if not prestige companies worldwide.
Now, your name is finally in their hunting list for your dream job! Can't wait to be found? Being a proactive person, I pride myself getting the job I want always :) Randomly but with a mission, I searched and browsed the jobs available, checking out the job scopes, location, company profile, salary offered, promotions and incentives for the outperformer, and the search went on.
I recalled emailing my job application to approximate 6 companies for PR positions, marketing, business development, communication & media etc in various industries, both in Malaysia and out of the country. I was quite lucky as I received an email for a job interview in less than 3 days. Interview was a quick 40 minutes and the rest was history.
I got a job at a vibrant township 5 minutes drive from my house. So much for planning to work away from home! Smiles. It was a very easygoing job compared to my previous jobs and I get to work shifts and the pay is good.
If you ask me what made me accepted the job offer, I would have to let you in on a secret. It is very identical to selecting which tutorial class to join during my university days each term. I joined the class because of the people around, and especially because of a good mentor.
How I miss Dr Ramesh. He who doesn't push me made me run far. What a shame SHE can't keep HIM. This is not a sexist story. The SHE here refers to the company, not a lady. Dr Ramesh is a wonderful mentor and I would love to work for him given a chance. :)
That is my job hunting story. What is yours?
Different industry, nature of job, job expectation, locations, especially working abroad, the job search tend to get more complicated. The unknowns may stress you out or might made you end up at a disadvantage position with little or no options.
Talking about career at Singapore, just how many people that applied have got a job offer that matches their dream? Or let's say a reasonable salary package that can justify the unknowns working abroad can result in.
Accommodation arrangement? Who are your roommate or housemates? Is the landlord kind? Who do you work for? Your colleagues? Comfy working environment? Time and money required to travel to work everyday? Visa? What are the Dos and Don'ts that you need to know before you accept the job offer?
Life can be simpler if you have a way. Be resourceful. :) These are all answered and provided for you when you apply for jobs through us at careeratsingapore.blogspot.com .
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