The first thing to do when looking for a job is work out what you want. The MyGuide section of this website can help you plan your job search goals.

Then get started. Be organised about looking for a job. Work out a strategy. Bring the best attitude you can to job seeking—enthusiastic, confident and disciplined.

Track your progress against your strategy as you go.

The following information may help you:

• Maintain a healthy attitude 
• Do practical things 
• Think about the employer’s point of view
• Know your selling points, and use them
• Know how to address employer concerns