If you are reading this, there is a good chance that you are desperately seeking a new job. Enduring being out of work can be difficult, especially if you were forced out of work that you enjoyed. That said, a job is waiting out there for you. Read these tips and you’ll understand what the companies are after when “Now Hiring” is in their window.

Have some questions for the interviewer before you go to the interview. The interviewer will likely want to cover any issues or concerns you may have, so prepare for these in advance. Learn what you can about the work environment, the company’s goals and anything unclear about the position you seek.

Dress for success when heading to an interview. Be sure that you’re wearing professional clothing and you tend to small details like your nails and footwear. People pass judgment according to first impressions, so leave a good one.

Answer any phone calls as though you were answering a call from your boss. A professional greeting makes a good first impression and gets the ball rolling in the right direction. This helps to give you a more professional look when an employer does call for an interview.

Make sure your resume reference information is current and accurate. When your reference has a different phone number or forgets who you are, you’ll be in trouble. Double check with your references and make certain you have the right contact information for them.

Give your cellphone number to employers rather than a landline number. This allows you to take calls while on your way to job interviews, when you’re out shopping or any other time. You can bring the cell phone anywhere and take calls on the go.

Keep in mind that companies value making money above all else. Therefore, show how you can add money to a company in your interview. While you need to show off that you’re honest and responsible, you need to give the company more than that.

Get unemployment benefits if you lose your job. You should not wait until you are out of money and out of a job. The sooner you fill out and send the paperwork for them, the better your chances of getting approved and obtaining them quickly.

If you are requested by the recruiter to complete an application, take your time in filling it out. Showing you are detail-oriented is a very valuable skill that is useful in the workplace.

You are hopefully feeling more confident now about finding a great job in a slow economy. You don’t have to spend a lot of time thinking about how you’re going to survive. When you utilize the tips shown here, you will find success in your job search. Your perfect job could be your next interview.