Job Search Tools / What services should I be paying for ?

Q. I have a limited budget for my job search. What services should I be paying for– LinkedIn upgrade, Ladders, ExecuNet, Industry networking meetings? I want to get a great job, but can’t go broke trying.

A. As new job seekers start the process, it is a good idea to evaluate your financial situation to see where you can tighten the budget to make sure you stay solvent throughout any length job search.

There are many services that can help job seekers in the process of finding the right job, and the key to deciding what to pay for and when to pass, is all about value. Spending money on services won’t guarantee finding a job faster or finding the right job. So before you pull out your wallet, know exactly what you need, and exactly what you’ll get. There are services who prey on job seekers worried about finding a job, and offer high pressure multipage agreements needing a signature to move ahead. No one can guarantee you a job. Do your research about any service you consider.

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via Smart spending on job search tools – The Job Doc Blog – Boston.com.