Researching Employers
Tips to consider before starting your search:
- No single location will have everything you need. Use a variety of resources.
- Always check the date of publication of the materials you use.
- Set priorities before you begin. Rank the factors about a company that are the most important to you.
- Determine how much time you want to devote to your research. Don't leave it
all for an hour before your interview!
- Create a system to organize your material. As material begins to pile up, you will appreciate
having an easy way to locate and prevent loss of important information - especially when you most need it!
- Construct a timeline for your research with written deadlines. For example:
Decide when and how long each week you will spend researching.
Create goals for completion and keep a log of your research
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- Large corporations are easier to find information on than small, privately owned organizations.
- It is easier to locate information on corporations than their subsidiaries.
