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Looking for a new job can be a nerve racking experience. Using these 10 helpful jobseeking tips we should help make your job search that much less stressful. Always remember the first rule of jobseekers..."The early bird gets the worm!"

1. Everyday is a Day You Can Get a Job
This will always be one of the biggest challenges of a jobseeker. You should be sure to get up early and go out each and everyday to when looking for a new job. Always keep in mind that 62 percent of hiring managers said they will fill open positions within 30 days of looking and 35 percent of them are filling their open positions within two weeks. Procrastination will always be your worst enemy. You need to apply to the jobs you want as soon as they are posted in order to have the best chance of actually getting them.

2. Job Alerts
Sign up for up to four different job alerts that will send jobs based on the criteria you choose to your inbox. This is a great way to be the first to know about all available jobs in your area.

3. Quality Online Resumes
Make sure to include keywords in your resume that are relative to the jobs you are interested in. Doing this increases the chance of prospective employers finding your resume when they are searching based on particular keywords. The best way to find out the buzzwords you should be using to improve your resume is by reading a job posting related to what you are trying to get a job in, or just get the actual job description. If ever you are going to be emailing a resume, make sure to use a subject line including the name of the posting or any reference number so the hiring manager knows what job you are applying for. Remember to never send your resume as an attachment. Always paste it into the body of your e-mail to make sure that they see what you want them to without having to open an attachment. Many spam blockers will filter out your message if it has an attachment so keep that in mind.

4. Know Your Strengths
Be ready to go into detail on what your strengths are by practicing by telling your "stories" to someone you trust or in a tape recorder to get a feel of how you sound. Go over stories about your professional achievements and any answers to common questions you might get during your interview. Hiring managers predict how well you will perform based on past accomplishments, so try to package your experience in terms of the goals achieved, the abilities developed, and all lessons learned. Besides, you never know who you might meet while shopping for food or at the library.

5. Government Jobs Galore
Some people do not realize that the federal government is the nation's largest employer, and the growth of government jobs has been outpacing jobs in the private-sector for the past 25 years. Jobs with the government are available nationwide, and with almost half of its current 1.6 million employees becoming eligible for retirement between now and the end of 2008, the hiring managers are going to have many open positions to fill.

6. Stay Abreast of Your Field
Find out about any seminars or workshops that are happening in your field because keeping current with the trends and forecasts can make you a valuable asset to employers.

7. Network, Network, Network
Since 75 percent of jobs we get are from referrals, I guess the old saying really is true - It's not what you know, it's whom you know, and more and more these days who knows you too! Get out and meet a quality network of contacts that can either hire you or recommend you to others. Make sure you are listed on sites like LinkedIn so that people in your field can not only find you, but they can communicate with you as well. This is one of the most important things you can accomplish as a job seeker.

8. Recruiters Work
It is always a good idea to branch out to recruiters in your given field of expertise. Even if they don't find you with a job right away, they can give you some very valuable advice on how to improve your resume and also your interview style. Always ask other people you know in your field for the names of any recruiters they know. This works as a great, low-pressure way to network and spread the word that you're currently available.

9. Independence is Great
More and more companies are using independent contractors for individual projects. If you do any freelance work in your field it will keep your skills fresh allow you to network too. Freelance work is also a great way to display your talents and possibly land a permanent job in the organization. Always look at Web sites specifically dedicated to freelancers like Sologig.com to find the best fit for you.

10. Healthy Worker = Happy Worker
Staying active is healthy for not only your physical condition, but you mental state as well. Be sure to eat a good diet, and get enough hours of sleep every night. Remember that scheduling time to be with friends and family also will help you feel positive which helps to make a good impression on the people you meet.