Internet Retailer reports that a poll from TopGrading Solutions has found that word-of-mouth is the best way to find a job.
The poll, conducted by search firm TopGrading Solutions found that 38% of employees found their last job through word-of-mouth or referrals, 20% found their jobs online and 24% via recruiting firms. 7% found their last position by walking in and applying, and 2% found their job through a newspaper or print advertisement. TopGrading Solutions is part of MRINetwork, which recruits for retail and other industries,
TopGrading Solutions surveyed unemployed and employed adults over four months for the poll.
Since all careers and all people are different it won't be the same techniques that work in each industry. However, hearing about job openings from friends and networking are certainly great ways to learn of a new job opportunity.
