From Temporary Jobs To Full-Time

If you are looking for a permanent job but have not been offered the right position, temporary jobs are an effective way to get your foot in the door.

Here are 10 tips on how to turn your temporary position into a full-time job:

 

1. When registering with a recruitment company, make sure to let your consultant know that you are interested in obtaining a permanent position. Staffing services firms have an insight into the clients' recruitment needs - therefore, they can be on the look out for career opportunities for you.

    

    

2. Think of the time you spend as a temporary worker as a long-term interview. Your on-the-job performance can make or break your future with a company. At the same time, use that opportunity to assess the company and determine whether it is the type of organisation that you want to work full-time in.

    

    

3. Create your own job. Look for projects that you can take on.

    

    

4. Pay attention. Temporary work is perhaps the fastest way to acquire experience which you can later use to secure a permanent position.

    

    

5. Follow through. Employers will take comfort knowing that they can depend on you in any circumstance. The better you do, the more essential you are to the firm.

    

    

6. Be social. It is important to build relationships with the people you work with. The more contact they have with you, the more likely they are to recommend you when a position opens up.

    

    

7. Secure good references in writing from the people you are working for. Ask if you can rely on them for references in the future.

    

    

8. Keep an open mind. Approach every assignment with a positive outlook - you may learn that you have an aptitude for work you have never been considered before.

    

    

9. Use your temporary assignments as a way to weed out unsuitable career choices. Note what you like or don't like about each job, so you can narrow your career search.

    

    

10. Take a temporary assignment while looking for a permanent job. Continuing your search shows initiative to prospective employers and provides an income, which keeps you from jumping at the first offer just for the money.

An article contribution by Adecco, a leader in staffing services with over 3,000 offices in 52 countries. Adecco has offices in Kuala Lumpur, Ampang, Petaling Jaya and Johor Baru. For more details, visit www.adecco-asia.com/malaysia.htm