1. Tapping the Hidden Job Market Using Library Resources to go Beyond the Typical Job Search Mike Buhmann Reference Librarian Skokie Public Library

2. What is a Library Database? Library databases are subscription websites that offer value added information that cannot be easily found on the Internet The library subscribes to dozens of databases many of which can be useful to a job seeker Databases are available in the library building on any computer or via the Internet with a Skokie Public Library card

4. Select databases AtoZ linkOr: Go directly to the database page at: databases.skokielibrary.info

6. Once you select the database you will need to put in your library card number and your last name

8. Find the Hidden Job Market? The best way to find the hidden job market is by: Identifying types of employers you are interested in Find specific potential employers Finding contacts within the target employer www.uwec.edu/career/students/jobsearch/hidden_market.htm

10. Type of employer (government, non-profit, business)

11. Location (radius from home)

13. Can limit search by location, size or type of employer

14. Useful for getting a starting list of potential employers from which further research can be conducted

16. ReferenceUSA Getting to the database Click Here

17. ReferenceUSA Getting to the database Scroll Down to ReferenceUSA & Click on Link

18. ReferenceUSA

20. Create a list of businesses and organizations within a certain geographic location

22. Google the company to check for news

23. Check a periodical index for articles on the company

24. Network to get some additional information about a company

26. LexisNexis

27. First Research A library database that provides overviews & updates on major industries Learn about various industries before creating a target list of potential employers Research particular industries before an interview Find the leading companies and the latest news for particular industries Find the top industries in individual states

28. First Research

29. First Research

30. First Research

32. Industries with the largest employment

34. CareerOneStop

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39. Chicago Sun-Times via Newsbank

41. The key benefit of this site is the one-on-one resume & cover letter assistance Available every day from 3:00 to 10:00 PM Upload your resume & a career professional will evaluate them Other career guides are available on this site including online webcasts Career Center from Tutor.com

42. Chicago Tribune via Newsbank Chicago Sun-times via Newsbank Find recent articles on companies and organizations published in these newspapers Good for researching local employers especially before an interview

43. Hoovers A business directory that provides detailed information on companies & organizations throughout the World Useful for getting background on larger companies & organizations Provides lists of key executives and competitors

44. The Hidden Job Market - Online Guides Tapping the Hidden Job Market from job-hunt.orgwww.job-hunt.org/hiddenjobmarket.shtml Hidden Job Market – What is it from Jobstar.org jobstar.org/hidden/hidden.php Unlock the Hidden Job Market Blog unlockthehiddenjobmarket.com

45. Tapping the Hidden Job Market Thank You for Coming Any Questions? Mike Buhmann Reference Librarian