• Send your resume to employers in your preferred industry first.business woman image by Kurhan from Fotolia.com
  
  Searching for an ideal job may be a daunting and nerve-racking task, especially if the economy is uncertain. You want to fulfill your ambitions and land a job that you will enjoy, but you're competing against many other candidates and may worry about meeting prospective employers' requirements. Job hunting shouldn't be so stressful. Follow a few helpful tips to experience a smooth job searching process.
  
  

Resume

• Prepare a thorough and informative resume before you start applying for jobs. Commit time to making it detailed and professional. Choose an easy to read layout and include sections on education, work experience and certifications. A well-written resume is more likely to impress a prospective employer than one thrown together at the last minute.
  
  

Prioritize

• Don't waste time applying for any job that becomes available, unless you are willing to take it. Choose your preferred industry and the companies that you would like to work for to pursue job opportunities, advises Monster.com. Send in your resume, even if the companies aren't advertising open positions. Applying for jobs that you have no genuine interest in is a waste of your resources and skills, and it will likely find you back in the job hunting world sooner than you would expect.
  
  

Network

• Whenever you come in contact with an acquaintance, talk about your ambitions and the kind of job that you're looking for. You never know when that person might be able to refer you to a suitable employer or company. Networking is a powerful resource, according to Monster.com.
  
  

Do Your Homework

• When you succeed in obtaining an interview, thoroughly research the company if you have not done so already, advises Forbes.com. Educate yourself on the company's mission statement and ethics, it's achievements and newsworthy events. The employer may ask you why you're the perfect candidate for the position, and you will use your research to explain how you fit into the organization.
  
  

Set Yourself Apart

• What makes you different from all of the other similarly qualified people applying for the same job? Consider your unique skills and achievements and bring samples of your work to the interview.
  
  

First Impressions

• When attending interviews, carefully consider your personal presentation. You have only one chance to make a good first impression, so choose a professional outfit and arrive early.