First, if all you are doing is sending out resumes through job boards and recruiters then you are only doing half of what is necessary to secure a high paying job. As a career professional, you need to be seen in publications and among hiring managers.

That's correct, write articles and get interviewed. With the Internet today you can find someone interested in what you have to say on your profession. You can talk with schools and training centers, provide a free workshop for others in your field, just get out there.

No matter who you are speaking with I want you to do two things: (1) get testimonials from the audience about how what you shared will help them, and (2) record your presentation as a give away in your field.

Are you following up with anyone who might get your resume? When you get to the point of sharing a resume it means nothing if you don't follow up. Most resumes sit on some human resources person desk for days, unless you do something to spark it along.

But before you start blasting around your resume ...

Only share your resume with people who can hire you. The old way of broadcasting your resume just doesn't work. I remember when I owned my computer consulting firm getting hundreds of resumes by fax, unsolicited. This would be a huge privacy problem today.

However, there is nothing wrong mailing or faxing a letter of introduction to a specific individual who can connect you with a hiring manager. You can include a reprint of one of your articles or recording of a talk, demonstrating your value before showing a resume.

This job market is about demonstrating value first. The man or woman who can show they will benefit a company will get that first call. It may not be a position of choice, but it's practice for that perfect match you'll find following these strategies.

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