1. Be Prepared. Have a voicemail system in place with a professional message clearly identifying you. Sign-up for a professional sounding email address. You can even create an email account specifically dedicated to your job search – just be sure to check it regularly! Put your cell phone number on your resume so recruiters and hiring managers can contact you. Always have an up-to-date resume ready to send - even if you are not currently looking for work. You never know when an opportunity that is too good to pass up might come along.

2. Use Job Search Engines to search the major job banks, company sites, associations, and other sites with job postings for you.

3. Leverage technology, and let the jobs come to you. Use job search agents to sign up and receive job listings by email or on your mobile device. Download the LTS Jobs App here.

4. Have a list of three references including name, job title, company, phone number and email address ready to present to interviewers.

5. Use your network. Be cognizant of the fact that many, if not most, job openings are not advertised. Tell everyone you know that you are looking for work. Ask if they can help. Connect with an LTS Recruiter, and allow our team of job change experts become advocates of your career advancement.

6. Get “Linked In” Online networking is a crucial part of the job search process, especially within the eDiscovery, Litigation Support and Computer Forensics community. LinkedIn differs from other social media sites, such as Facebook, since it is geared more toward professional networking. Joining industry-related groups is a great way to connect with other professionals, view new jobs, and keep current with industry events.

7. Clean up your online image. Social media can either be a help or a hindrance in your job search. Do not jeopardize your career opportunities by ignoring potentially negative impressions from your online presence. Social media sites are frequently accessed as part of the screening process, so delete any questionable photos or posts. By taking a smart look at your online presence as if through the eyes of the hiring manager, you can remove barriers towards that next career move.