Employment –Worst 3 Mistakes for Job-Hunters, 3 Top Best and Worst Sectors

My interview with Ken Sundheim, President, KAS Placement, LLC in New York City was revealing since it provided an insider´s view to the employment situation in these recessionary times.

KAS Placement (http://www.kasplacement.com) was founded five years ago by Ken Sundheim in order to incorporate a cutting-edge approach to Sales and IT recruiting.

Question: What are the worst 3 mistakes all job seekers should avoid?

Answer:

1. Losing one's composure.

When the economy turns bad, many people are unprepared and feel they need a job right away to pay their bills.

This pressure one puts on them selves comes through in both their interview dialogue and actions.

Therefore, they tend to be perceived as an inadequate candidate.

2. Not using the downtime to open a business or learn new skills.

Almost everyone out there has a business idea and there is no better time than now to give a shot at your dream.

You must get off the couch and do your best to have fun executing an idea that you always wanted to pursue.

If business ownership is not for you, take a class, learn a new language or read.

3. Annoying employers and recruiters with constant phone calls.

Realize that things are moving slow right now and don't harass those trying to find you jobs.

If you are ambitious, intelligent and good at what you do, there is nothing to be concerned with.

Question: What are the best 3 and worst 3 sectors to find employment in right now (May 2008)?

Answer:

Best - Oil, European and Asian Markets as well as IT

Worst - Banking (as of 2008), Any Venture Capital backed firm, Real-estate

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