Target Your Job Search

Overview

Target Your Job Search

In order to conduct a successful and targeted job search, you need to have a clear focus. This includes knowing yourself — your unique skills, interests, and abilities.

You should also know what type of LIS position you are seeking — what function/type of work you find interesting, what setting/environment you want to work in, and what client/ type of people you would like to work with. If you have not taken the time to identify your focus, consider going back to the Career Direction pages and spending time in the Self Assessment section to get clarity before continuing in your job search.

Assuming you have taken inventory, know yourself well, and have a clear focus, use the links below to learn how other information professionals have found their way in the LIS field. As you review these resources, think about:

Read on to discover where you might fit —