Marshal your resources to get job

Marshal your resources

28 Put your friends and family to work. "In a healthy market, 55% of jobs beyond graduate/entry-level positions, will be filled through some level of personal contact and in an unhealthy market the figure is even higher," points out Manahan. "Let people know what you are looking for. This approach regularly pops up leads you might not have otherwise found."
29 Ask for a referral. If you know someone who is leaving a job you like the look of, and it feels appropriate, ask them to put in a good word on your behalf. You may be able to apply for the position before the company readvertises the opening.
30 Make use of any resources your former employer offers. If you have been laid off, consider accepting any assistance offered by your employer with CV help, retraining or career counselling. "It could really help you get started on the next phase of your career," suggests Corfield. "It can't hurt and could help kick-start your next career phase."
31 Apply for benefits. If you are eligible, apply for unemployment benefits right away, even if you think you will land a new job. Jobcentre Plus offers free training and advice to jobseekers as well as monetary benefits.