If i search Employment by going through yellow pages, is it ok to call companies in the yellow pages?

Question

and if i do, how exactly do i ask them if they have job oppenings?
i feel it's inappropriate to call about employment, but i don't know. So anyone who has more experience with job searching, can you help? I feel this is what i would ask:

"hi my name is __, and i am calling to see if you have employment opportunities"

Answer 1

You'd be wasting your time and that of anyone who answered the phone. It is highly unlikely that you'd find a job that way. And you could just anger a potential employer. I suggest you try online sites (like www.craigslist.com or HotJobs) or look for ads in your local paper.

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Answer 3

I've found many jobs doing exactly that. The first thing I do, is politely ask for management.



"Hello, I was wondering if I may speak to the management?"



Sometimes you'll be asked for what purpose, in which you can just tell them that you're curious if they have an employement availability, in which case they should redirect you to the management. If it just so happens to be the manager to answer the phone, then you'll usually get the response of;



"Hi, I'm the manager, how can I assist you?"



Then you should be curtious and ask, without sounding robotic something to the lines of;



"Hi, my name is [insert name] and I was wondering if you had any employment opportunities available?"



From there on you could get different responses, the ones I found most common were;



1.) "I'm sorry, we're not hiring at this time."

2.) "We're always taking applications/resumes."

3.) "What position where you looking for?"

4.) "What kind of qualifications do you have?"



The last two are the most promising. Try to be brief and to the point. If you ramble, you could irritate the manager as since you're not face-to-face, you're burning up his time. Mention the key skills you have and offer to provide a resume and references if desired detailing your accomplishments or just your capabilities. Sometimes you'll be asked to come in and fill out a hard copy of an application, but sometimes will be able to schedule an interview sometime during or after the paperwork is filled out.



And no matter what, never forget to say "Thank you." because you never know if you might ever have to call back for work later on.

Answer 4

I took a class on job finding and the yellow pages was there first and best suggestion. That is the only way i find jobs. And it is very easy. First go to the section where you would find the work your are looking for then call them. First ask for personnel, or the person in charge of hiring. Then ask if they are hiring. If they are they will always ask for qualifications, and if not ask them if they will be hiring in the near future. Just remember nobody hires because you want a job. They hire because you CAN make them money. Most important though keep a list of all the contacts you have made and with whom you spoke with. You do NOT want to call back and ask again if they previously seemed interested. List the time, phone number, name of business, and name of the person you spoke to. Also the date and result of the phone conversation including whether you left a message or if you should call back. With the list you can ask for the person by name. Have a resume ready, and a copy of a generic application for hire. Be ready to fax in one of the two. I have always gotten good jobs this way and find it is easier than the paper since there is less competition. Alot of companies consider hiring llong before they advertise. This is when you want to get in. I'd say good luck but you don't need it this way. GO GET EM!

Answer 5

If I was you I would go online to look for jobs. Asking someone out of the yellow pages shows them that you could be lazy about finding work.



A good job search engine is googlejobs.com or monster jobs .com



If you go to these sights you will be able to see how and what they are hiring for.



You will also have a better understanding of the company you are applying for.



Knowledge is power. and the company you search for will think better of you as an employee.



Or if you are still uncertain then put the company you want to call about on your search bar with a dot com address: ie, www.dell.com to show an example.

Answer 6

Actually, calling employers directly is more successful than using classified ads AND the internet put together. You have to do it, right, though.



Think of what you will be able to offer the employer. What kind of work do you do and how can you make it something the employer cannot live without. Don't just call. Call with a script of what you want to say and how you are going to convince the employer to meet with you.





Read the article below about networking... It will give you more ideas.

Answer 7

I'm a high school career counselor and yes you can call any company and ask your question. I would add that you'll want to practice what you're going to say before calling. And make sure you smile ... a smile projects a positive attitude.

Should you happen to get a human being and not a voice mail system go ahead and ask your question and he/she may give you an email or a web site address. Chances are you'll be referred to a web site where you'll find their list and possibly an online application should they offer one.

In the 21st century companies have found it more convenient to put applications and job lists online. If you don't have a home computer then go to your local library. The larger, or newer, the library the more computers they'll have.

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If i search Employment by going through yellow pages, is it ok to call companies in the yellow pages?

and if i do, how exactly do i ask them if they have job oppenings?

i feel it's inappropriate to call about employment, but i don't know. So anyone who has more experience with job searching, can you help? I feel this is what i would ask:



"hi my name is __, and i am calling to see if you have...

Answer 9

sure there is nothing wrong with doing this. another option would be to mail them a cover letter and resume telling them exactly what you are looking for and that you are sending them the resume in the event that something comes up. there are many ways to find a job. internet sites are great but aren't always going to find everything especially in small towns where there might not be as many jobs available. if you are going to call ask to speak with management or human resources and tell them you are calling to find out about employment opportunites. also, you can search for the business online as some places have a website listing their employment options. you can also show up at the place and deliver a resume. if you are going to do this be sure you dress in a presentable way (preferably business casual attire) don't show up like you are just coming from the gym. good luck in your search.

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If i search Employment by going through yellow pages, is it ok to call companies in the yellow pages?

and if i do, how exactly do i ask them if they have job oppenings?

i feel it's inappropriate to call about employment, but i don't know. So anyone who has more experience with job searching, can you help? I feel this is what i would ask:



"hi my name is __, and i am calling to see...

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Answer 12

You should not use the yellow pages you should first use careerbuilder.com or monster.com and also if you know what field you are interested in working in you should see if they have a periodical or a website for jobs. Like in hospitality,retail and foodservice you can goto hcareers.com and it awesome or even use craigslist.com if you live in a big city there should be tons of jobs on there.

Answer 13

It is always better to do that in person. You can make a more effective impression that way. There is more possibility that although the company may not be looking for a new employee, but you make a good enough impression to land a job...

Answer 14

Many companies welcome people contacting them looking for work. Most of the largest companies have the facility on their web site to post CVs for them to hold should a position come up.



If you do not feel confident in phoning up companies asking for work, why not look up their web sites and email them your CV with a covering letter.

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It depends on which country or state you are in. In many states it is not illegal. Many businesses do not subscribe to a "Do Not Call Lists" because, they call on other businesses themselves. However, check with your local official in the state or country. They will know if a "Do Not Call List" exist for the area in question.

Answer 16

try places like monster.com and local resume sites -



rather then calling i reccommend making several copies of your resume and going to thier busniess. Ask if they hiring or interviewing, if they are not ask if it is possible to place your resume on file for when they are looking to hire, and leave your resume with them - a lot of places will hire if you have a strong resume - even if they are not looking to hire!

Answer 17

"Hi, may I speak to your hiring manager please"?



then say: "I'm calling to inquire about any job openings you might have"



If they say they're not hiring, ask when they will be or if they know of anyone who is.



Get the personnel manager's name and contact info and keep in touch or follow up with a resume.

Answer 18

Hi Trobop,



Yes it is a great idea to look for a job via the Yellow Pages. Finally somebody gets it. Where do you think employment agencies get their clientele? Yes, the Yellow Pages.



First of all don't call unless you have to to get information. Instead, find out what industry(ies) you are interested in first by going through the index, then categorize them from most desired industry to the least desired industry. Write the page number that the industry is on. Once you have done that,go to the page and write down all the businesses in that industry starting with your most favored. Then go to the next and then the next. Sounds like a lot of work but it is worth it. Once you get to fifty (50) companies stop. Your next step is research. Find out about the company. There are many avenues for that. Your library Business Reference desk for one or References USA via the net.

Find out all you can. Officers, credit rating, # of employees etc. Decide whether you like the company, if so, then try to find out who is doing the hiring in the department you wish to work in, if you did not find out that info via research, but never let them know you are looking for a job. Never, ever, ever go through human resources. The only time you fill out an application is when you have the job and not before, big waste of time. When you call the gatekeeper,(receptionist, secretary, clerk etc.) be nice to them, remember their name and ask for their help. People love to help and it is soooo easy to get a name. Turn on the charm. Once you find out who that is, get your targeted resume together and go in person, ask for that person. If they ask what is the nature of your visit tell them it's personal, it is isn't it? Once you get face to face with the hiring person, then sell sell sell!!! Greet, and start with I am good at___________. Hard skills, then soft, then personality skills. 30 seconds and then shut up. Never have a cover letter, you are the cover letter standing right in front of the person who can hire you. At this point they should ask for your resume or want to talk to you more, because of all the positive things you have said there is no reason for a negative response from them right? With any luck you will have an interview right then, if not you will definitely be memorable. If you just leave your resume, that's a start. Oh don't forget to have a business card with you. You can get them free on the net. Name, city, (no address),phone number(s), e-mail that's it. You will come off very professional and they will be impressed. No matter what happens though, definitely get their business card, for thank you notes and follow-up. If they try to force an application, say this: "Great if you think their is a possibility of you hiring me in the near future I will be happy to." If they say yes it is, they will be morally obligated to keep their word. If not, thank them and ask for them to consider you in the future and ask if anyone else in the industry could use your skills and abilities. If they give you a name and number write it down and ask if you could get back to them to let them know how it went. They will say yes because they are curious now and wondering if they made a mistake by letting someone like you slip through their fingers right? Follow-up on the referral immediately and use the persons' name who referred you. Send them both thank you notes. (hand written) No e-mail people, work with me!!! Personal touch OK!! Do call back to the original company hiring manager and tell them how it went. Follow the exactly same procedure with the referred company. After you make contact with that person, try to make appointment, research the company and go in person if possible or ask to drop off a resume if possible. If dropping off, put the person's name first and not the company and mark confidential. Use an 8'x10' envelope that matches closely to your resume and business card. Continuity don't ya know. Very impressive. Deliver in person and when asked the nature of the visit or package, say it's personal or that you were asked to drop off the information to whoever you were referred to. Remember now no Cover letter ever. With any luck the person will come out to get the package themselves, if so then sell, sell sell. Greet, then I am good at________. If you just drop off make sure your business card is inside with your resume and leave one with the contact person (reception, secretary etc.) Thank everyone and be on your way. There is so much more to say but I believe ya get the drift. Do the same thing over and over again with all 50 companies, hopefully you will have interviews and offers long before you get to 50 or 40 or 30 even. Get the picture?



Please!!! Please!!!! Please!!!!



Never advertise your personal information on any website ok. Identity theft is rampant these days. Do you have any idea how much of your personal information is on a resume? Think about it. Full name, addresss. phone numbers, companies you have worked for, cities you have lived in etc etc. etc. It's a road map to your life. Stop now. Look for jobs there if you must, but never put your information there, hence the phonebook. The jobs on the internet are in the phonebook, you will run across them just the same. If not convinced look at it like this. Would you buy billboard space and list all your personal information for the world to see? Ding dong!!! If your name is common then you are really in trouble. Just don't do it. Oh have a separte professional e-mail for your job search. Keep it separte from your other correspondence then delete it once you get the job. Good Luck!! I hope this helps you succeed. Getti

Answer 19

That's fine right there what you said. But for me I would just leave my name out until they ask me for my name.