[Michlib-l] MeL Minute: AtoZdatabases

[Norris, Sonya (MDE)]

[A close up of text on a white background  Description automatically generated]According to Careerbuilder, "After finding a job offer, 64% of candidates said they research a company online and 37% said they will move on to another job offer if they can't find the information."  If you are looking for the best avenue to get all the help you need to find a job, check out AtoZdatabases<http://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=atoz>! Visit the eResources page on MeL.org<https://mel.org/welcome> and look for AtoZdatabases<http://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=atoz> near the top of the list.

Whether your patrons are looking for a new job, researching a company before an interview or looking for resume guidelines, AtoZdatabases has all the tools you need to find new job postings and land the job! All you need to do is follow these steps.
·        First, before the interview, take the time to research what the company does and familiarize yourself with the industry.
1.      Search for the company using the "Find a Business or Executive" search box right on the AtoZdatabases home page. Select the desired company from the results list by clicking on the Business Name.
2.      From the company profile page, find out more information by linking to their website and our "Internet Presence links" (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook).
3.      Use AtoZdatabases' Industry Profile of SIC & NAICS codes to find the Industry.
4.      Check to see if the company has a "Description" available for more helpful information.
5.      Select AtoZdatabases' up-to-date "News" feature to get the latest news stories throughout the world on the company from Bing news.
6.      Research the "Revenue Trends" & "Employee Trends" to see if the company has been moving in a positive direction.
7.      Finally, make sure you check out the "Executive Directory" to see who currently works at the company and if they have an executive email address available.


·        Next, use AtoZdatabases "Cover Letters, Résumés & Tips" link to take the steps to prepare yourself to get the right job for you by:
1.      Do your Homework by knowing you're your strengths and weaknesses and finding the right company to work for.
2.      Apply for the Job by using AtoZdatabases free resume' templates and example resumes to write and present the best of what you have to offer.
3.      Ace the interview by using AtoZdatabases tips for preparing for the interview and the follow up needed to ensure your patrons land the job.



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Sonya Schryer Norris
Library Consultant
Library of Michigan
Michigan Department of Education
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