Job Search Links

• LinkedIn – The tool every job seeker should be using for networking and visibility.
• Preptel - The Resumeter, for advanced resume optimization.
• Download LinkedIn Companion (a toolbar for your web browser).
• Allison & Taylor – You can use this firm to check your own references; find out what your references will say about you when contacted by an employer to make sure they’re going to help your chances, not hurt your chances.
• Vault, glassdoor, wetfeet – Get the scoop on potential employers.
• Salary.com – Find out what you’re worth (use it as one piece of info, along with other sources).
• List of industry-specific job boards – Niche job boards are often a better source than the big guys.
• RecruitersOnline – Directory of headhunters nationwide.
• GotPrint.com  – Good sources for affordable, quality business cards for use in your job search.
• ASAE - Organization for association executives; has searchable directory of thousands of professional associations nationwide. Being active in a professional association in your industry is one of the best ways to build relationships that can lead to jobs.
• Good career blogs: TimsStrategy.com, StacyZapar.com
• “How to Work with Headhunters” e-book by Nick Corcodilos and his AskTheHeadhunter.com blog.
• Vizibility - organize and share your online identity.