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Logging hour after hour in front of a computer can be lonely—and not always the best use of time. Many positions never make it to job boards because they are filled by word of mouth. Stepping up networking efforts increases visibility and boosts spirits.

Julie Austin of Fun Job Fairs suggests volunteering because it gets you out of your own situation and makes you stand out from other job seekers as someone who gives back. “Find an event like a golf tournament, auction, or party that will have a lot of top executives in attendance,” she suggests. “Make sure you get a leadership position that puts you in direct contact with these executives. Let them see your personality and your work ethic, like being a caddy at the golf tournament. I’ve had clients who were able to get into doors they could never get in on their own by making friends with celebrities and executives at a charity event.”