Job lead sheets are a record that you make of your job seeking activities and results.

Use them as part of your cold calling and warm calling job seeking techniques.

What to record on your job lead sheets 

You can record:

• the job or position you have applied for
• the name of the organisation you cold called or warm called
• names and contact details of people you spoke to about the position
• date/s when you made contact with the organisation
• skills statements you used for this position
• outcomes such as a meeting, interview, information interview, test, suggestions or referrals.

Try this sample job lead sheet [PDF 39KB] to record your job seeking activities.  

How to use your job lead sheets 

You can file your job lead sheets electronically. Keep hard copy sheets near the phone in case an employer contacts you after receiving your job application.

Use your job lead sheets every time you contact an employer about a job vacancy.

You can use job lead sheets to:

• start and record a network of contacts
• review your skills statements, matching them to individual jobs
• record a list of questions to ask an employer about a prospective job
• review and rate positions you have applied for
• consider feedback that you have been given on your application.

Tip!

Use the sample template and make multiple copies ready for use at any time
Use job lead sheets to build up a strong network of contacts.