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	Statistics and Polls Unemployment, labor, and market trends.		Job Market News from various sources. What's happening in the Job Market today.
	CareerJournal - Wall Street Journal http://www.careerjournal.com/ An excellent resource for job seekers of all sorts.  Top notes on all sorts of networking methods.  Ways of increasing your personal networking base.		Society for Human Resources Management - Surveys http://www.shrm.org/hrresources/surveys_published/ Top site for details from the HR side of things - learn about how Human Resources handles resumes, deals with employment applications, and takes care of personnel issues.  The surveys give great information regarding the state of HR today.
	Business Know How - Multiple articles http://www.businessknowhow.com/bkhcareer.htm Some really interesting articles about the job search in general as well as personal networking and development of your job search.  Provides some detailed information about almost all aspects of networking and job seeking - including E-networking over the internet.		IT People article by William Morin http://www.expressitpeople.com/20011217/lifestyle.shtml An excellent article on abusing your network and the true value of your network.  Gives a great example that shows how easy it is to abuse a network.
	Frety Jobs/Employment List http://www.frety.com/jobs.html This site accumulates some highly specialized and often unknown sites relevant to job searching.  It's one of those out of the way places with some interesting sites to visit.  It is basically just a jobs/employment site listing.		Social Networking Blogging List http://socialsoftware.weblogsinc.com/entry/9817137581524458/ A compiled list of various social networking sites and places you can roam on the web when examining and reviewing what these new social networks can do for you.  The site contains a truly large set of redirects.  This is part of a Blog and will give a taste of what a blog site has to offer.
	Division of Employment and Training - Massachusetts http://www.detma.org/RGemployeradvice.htm#Networking How can you miss out on DET where you pick up your government checks.  Some great advice for networkers at this page, but you should review the entire site which has a lot of good content for any job seeker.  It's packed with great data about the state of the Massachusetts economy and the unemployment situation as well.		Headhunter's View of Online Job Seeking http://www.asktheheadhunter.com/newsletter/OE20030617.htm As can be seen, the headhunter suggests that online job seeking is ineffective (and wrought with self-serving advantage takers)  However, it should be noted that a headhunter would be slightly biased against any business that takes away their business.  The article reveals much about the way the media companies have come to control the online job search process thereby boosting their own successes. Review this site as well: http://www.asktheheadhunter.com/hanetwork1.htm
	Mercury News - Networking http://www.bayarea.com/mld/mercurynews/business/5523202.htm Great article from the Silicon Valley side of technology.  Describes some of the shortcomings in California.  Great testimonials from out-of-work people.		College Recruiter - "Why HR is Not Your Friend" http://www.collegerecruiter.com/pages/articles/article166.htm Gives you the lowdown on the real job at Human Resources with respect to job seekers (for most companies).  Although it's in a college site this same principle applies to almost every job imaginable.
	Mass High Tech - The Dark Side of HR http://www.masshightech.com/displayarticledetail.asp?art_id=772 This article goes into the HR side of things when they are desperate to fill a slot.  You may be able to take advantage of some of their sort and switch techniques, but it's doubtful given that their main strength here is quick searching through databases of people.  You still might want to find out more about some of the searching methods that HR uses to filter you out.		Institute for Community Inclusion - Disabled Job Seekers Must Network http://www.communityinclusion.org/publications/indexb.html#jobsearch Great article if you have disabilities or are seeking a job and are handicapped compared to the average worker.  It has great tips for any job seeker.
	Vault - An Excellent Resource Site http://www.vault.com/bookstore/book_preview.jsp?product_id=535 Generally you have to pay to use this resource, but sometimes they have free excerpts and giveaways.  See if your college offers a free Vault service for alumni.  It is a powerful tool in the right hands and gives you access to tons of great information, from networking to actual company researching.		The Riley Guide - Networking http://www.rileyguide.com/network.html A great resource on the net that covers many issues of networking.  You should review the rest of the site as well as it covers several different aspects of job searching.
	Recruiters Depend on Networking - So Why Shouldn't You? http://www.recruiterscafe.com/archive/11-29-02.htm This shows that when you approach a good recruiter, the primary skills that they bring to the table are their networking skills.  They have to network just to find those good opportunities and match them to their clients needs.		St. Lawrence University - Networking in the job search http://www.stlawu.edu/career/jobsearch/jobsearch.htm General Networking guidelines.  Provides a first stage viewpoint as to how the networking process should proceed.  Sample script as well.
	DePaul University - Networking Steps http://careercenter.depaul.edu/html/sharpen /CareerInfo/CareerConnectionsWinter2002.pdf Goes through some of the important steps in networking, Defining goals, Networking Styles, Keeping Records, and Following Up.  Good article.		Granovetter - Methods of Finding Jobs From a Harvard Prof. http://www.cast.ilstu.edu/depts/fcs/hayden/fcs200/grano.htm Based on Granovetter's studies, he shows a high likelihood that "good" jobs are found through informal and personal networking.  Here's a pie chart that shows his studies from a few years ago.
	Bureau of Labor Statistics, Dept. of Labor - Occupational Outlook Handbook http://stats.bls.gov/oco/home.htm This is a great site for getting details about the occupations that you might want to transition to and what skills are needed.  It lets you take a look at salaries, wages, benefits, demographics, statistics about the industries you want to work in and more.  A great public resource to take advantage of, especially if you're transitioning or thinking about adjacent industries to focus on.		Networking Is Essential http://www.informationweek.com/649/500kinn.htm This site covers an executive's point of view.  For you techies out there that are still reluctant to get off the high horse and start using an effective job search and business technique, listen to the concepts presented by an IT executive.
	BostonWorks - Networking Groups http://bostonworks.boston.com/globe/articles/090703_network.html If you're interested in looking at various networking groups in the area, here's a great list of them.  Many networking groups get together for one purpose only - to network.  Some also get together to socialize.  It's a great way to meet people and gain opportunities.  Check out this site as well as other parts of this newspaper online version.  It has considerable data and information for the job seeker.		WomensBizNews - Networking Basics http://www.womensbiznews.com/womensbiznews-15-20030813 HowToMaketheRightFriendsthroughNetworking.html An excellent article on networking and some important pointers to remember as you move through your network.  It highlights the importance of the network as well.
	Monster - Yes, Even Monster Has to Support it's Arch-Nemesis http://content.monster.com/career/networking/ Here's some articles about some various aspects of networking.  These articles are focused towards younger generation job seekers just starting out their networking paths.		O*NET Online - Skills and Occupations http://online.onetcenter.org In-depth analysis of various occupations and job categories.  Gives you an assessment of corollary jobs if you plan on transitioning to a new type of industry.
	New York American Marketing Association - Network Like the Pros http://www.nyama.org/jobs/job_guide.htm#Networking Networking is a predecessor to selling your services.  Marketing organizations like NY AMA show some of the best techniques to market yourself to potential employers and how to network smoothly.		Career Counseling at University of Dallas - Networking http://gsmweb.udallas.edu/cmo/New_Website/ CareerCounseling/NetworkingSkills.html Some really good advice that covers Networking 101.  It gives a good overview of networking fears and concerns and how to address them.  Good site if your getting started.
	Compilation of Articles Regarding Networking Techniques/Methods http://www.careerspan.com/JSnetworkinginfo.asp CareerSpan does a good job collecting a variety of articles on networking, networking techniques, and methods to move ahead through your contact base.  There are some articles here that are a bit old, but the collection is impressive and can help you if you are just trying to learn some of the basics of networking.		Guide for Executives and Officers in Their Job Searches http://guide.darwinmag.com/career/jobsearch/jobboard/index.html Darwin magazine, an online e-zine, provides some great links to general job resources.  These are NOT all networking based, but they are links to possibly valuable sites.
	Networking Relationships - Mutual Benefit http://indystar.gannettonline.com/careerbuilder/ career_resources/newarticles/networking1.html Common bonds, relationships, and mutual benefits drive strong networking.  This career counselor outlines some of the basics in an informative article.		CVTracker White Papers http://downloads2.cvtrack.com/DLWhite.html Includes SKRMPN White Paper, Resume Path, Documentation, and other articles on networking and job seeking.
	Staffing Issues - Weblog http://dijest.com/aka/categories/staffing/ An interesting site with explanations of various staffing issues and problems.  Better for the HR expert, but job seekers can find out about why certain things happen the way they do in today's job market.		Job Filer:  Job Search Organizer http://www.jobfiler.com This site connects you to just about anything to do with job hunting.  Tons of external links, but you'll have to do some hunting for specifics, especially with respect to personal networking issues. Jobfiler offers free job search tools and resources to help you manage your job hunt.
	Ryze Electronic Networking http://www.ryze.com A great site to make friends, establish business contacts, and do some strong job hunting.  It's a powerful tool for the networker.  Comes with discussion boards, and accessibility.		LinkedIn Electronic Networking http://www.linkedin.com Similar to Ryze, but with some caveats.  This includes prequalification and several other aspects that help to protect your identity and build trust simultaneously.  Not as open in connectivity and doesn't support forums or discussion board participation - just contact building, securely.
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	Department of Labor - Using the Internet to Network http://safetynet.doleta.gov/network.htm A list of sites that have details on networking, some sites that concentrate on electronic networking and email networking as well.  Good resource.  Includes a few of the following sites-	JobStar.Org - List of Articles on the Hidden Job Market http://jobstar.org/hidden/index.cfm A great list of job articles on networking and how to do it.  Also covers various topics on networking the hidden job market.
	Phil Agre - For His Doctoral Students http://dlis.gseis.ucla.edu/people/pagre/network.html This article is a fairly in-depth guide to networking techniques.  Primarily focused on his doctoral students, but many of the concepts can be applied to your networking efforts.  Take a look and see what parts are relevant to your job search.	DISCLAIMER The sites listed here were retrieved from public sources only.  Please send an email to contact@cvtrack.com to notify the webmaster that a site link is broken or is not available. Listing of a site does not suggest endorsement by Netmap Software Inc. of the site, the content at these sites or of the opinions of those sites.  These sites are strictly to be used with user discretion.  Netmap Software Inc. makes no claims as to the validity, viability or accuracy of the content presented at these sites.  Netmap Software Inc. or its officers, employees, or agents shall NOT be held liable for use of or access to these sites.  Comments placed on this page are opinions of the webmaster only and are not endorsed by Netmap Software Inc.  Please review the Privacy/Legal Issues if you have any further questions.
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