What are you looking for in a job?

The first step you need to take when looking for a new job, is to identify what exactly you are looking for.

Do you want the same job you have now - more money? Bigger organisation?
Are you looking to move up a level?
Are there certain skills you want to develop and use in your next job?
Are you looking for a certain atmosphere or organisational philosophy?
How important is location?
If you don't know what you're looking for, how will you know when you've found it?

The career motivation exercise in Windmills is a good resource for dealing with these issues.

Continue in this section to find out more about Preparing a CV, Going for an interview and looking for vacancies when you already have some experience in your field.

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