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Posted by Paym Bergson Feb 1, 2008 |
Yeah, everyone tells those just entering the job market they should have SOMETHING down for volunteering. "It looks good on your Resume", "it shows you care", "Businesses won't even LOOK at you unless you are volunteering". There's a much better reason to volunteer - because you WANT to.
And when you want to do something, it shows! You'll be happier, more productive, and give off a better attitude. And for whatever reason, you might even get a job or contract offer! Proof? Every time I volunteer, I have gotten some sort of contract. I do NOT actively look for the contract - I am just either having fun, or giving back to society, or keeping busy. But it never fails!
And cold calling? My sister is a perfect example! She is a nurse, but worked downtown and wanted to work uptown. She investigated the hospitals, and picked one she agreed with. Then she started to "cold call" on HR and the department she wanted to work at. She'd stop in every few weeks - just to talk, to see how the developments overall in the hospital were going, etc. Please note, my sister is very, very shy - and I haven't a clue how she managed to do this. But she enjoyed it - and one year later - she had a job with them. She has not left that hospital since!
So don't be afraid to try out these techniques. All you can lose is feeling sorry for yourself!
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