Searching for work can be a full time job in itself! It takes time, effort and commitment. Here are a number of job search tools and strategies that can help you to stay focused in marketing your skills and abilities to prospective employees:

Managing the Job Search Process

• Organization & Record Keeping
• Developing a Support Network
• Creating Positive Attitudes
• Managing Your Money
• Understanding & Managing Change

Marketing Yourself

Marketing yourself is becoming a common term in the job search process.
It may involve using several of the following tools and situations to show how your skills and experiences can meet the needs of a particular employer:


• Resumes & Cover Letters
• Application Forms
• Portfolios
• Interviews
• Networking
• Recommendation Letters

Researching the Job Market – Visible & Hidden

Links to Comprehensive Job Search Strategies

If you are not too sure what jobs you want to focus on or what skills and abilities you have to offer employers, check out career planning and spent time knowing yourself and exploring careers. You may also want to explore labour market information and Saskatchewan Job Futures to see the occupational outlook for the job that you are considering.