Have the right attitude. If you're serious about getting a job then you have to put in the time and effort. Sending out one CV a week and browsing through job sites whilst Eastenders is on just won't cut it. See getting a job as your current job, and ask yourself at the end of everyday whether you've truly done everything in your power to reach your aims.
Get yourself on a job site. There are some brilliant job sites out there which potential employers really do use. One of our personal favourites is Jobfact as it's anonymous, which means you can put your whole CV up there and no-one will ever know (not even your current boss if you have one!). Plus you'll receive ?100 if you refer a friend for a job and they get it!
Get help with your CV. The greatest writer in the world would probably still need guidance with their CV, so don't feel embarrassed asking for help. Google "CV writing" or "examples of a good CV" and you should be spoilt for choice, with loads of different websites offering samples of good and bad CV styles. The BBC website also offers excellent tips on how to write a killer CV, as does the Directgov website under Employment, then Jobseekers, then Help applying for a job.
Write a covering letter. We cannot stress how important a good covering letter is. As tedious as it sounds make sure that you tailor each one to suit every job you apply for. The employer needs to know why you are good for this particular role, not the previous ten you applied for. As with the CV, type "covering letter" into Google and lots of good examples should come up. But ignore the American sites as they sometimes have a different approach to those favoured by most British companies...Read the remaining 6 ways at
http://bestjobs247.blogspot.com. Also check
http://www.jobs-pro.co.cc for great job resources
