Applying for a job is a grueling task and at some points can seem completely hopeless. When applying for a job there are certain steps that must be taken and rules that must be followed to insure the best possible chance of success.
The first step that needs to be taken in applying for a job is making a list of interesting and, most importantly, available jobs in the community. A good place to start searching for a job is the local newspaper. Ads are often listed asking for a hired hand, a babysitting job or even a job cleaning someone's house. Another good way to find available jobs is going to all of the local businesses in town and asking them if they are hiring. If the business is hiring they will usually have an application that needs to be filled out and turned back into them. The business will review the application and decide if they would like to interview the applicant. The last way to find a job is by word of mouth. Ask friends and family if they know of any employer who has a job opening. It is amazing how fast information gets around a small town.
Now that there is a full list of jobs to consider, it is time to narrow the list. Pick any of the jobs that might be interesting and write them down on a new list. Once there are only the jobs left that would actually be worth the time and effort, it is time to investigate a little further. Find out if any friends or acquaintances work at those businesses. Call them up or go talk to them and see if they are content with their jobs and exactly what all they are required to do. Employees who do not enjoy or care about their work do not do a good job and are usually fired. If the job still seems like it would be an enjoyable job to have, then go ahead and fill out an application. Repeat this process for each job on the list and there will not be many interesting jobs left.
The last step in securing a position at a business or company is making a good impression during the interview.