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We're all aware that 2009 was an especially difficult year for jobseekers, as the recession brought on the most difficult job market in decades.

However, as this year draws to a close, now is the time to reflect on the lessons and successes of this year's job search and to gear up for your search in 2010! Consider these as some of your job-seeking New Year's Resolutions:

1. I will review which tactics did and did not yield results in 2009, and I will work to understand how I might improve in those areas that did not do as well as I had hoped.
2. I will set myself weekly goals during my job search and keep to their deadlines.
3. I will consider my job search a full-time job and will not become complacent with my current situation. I will prioritize my job search above television, video games, or recreational internet use.
4. I will not spam my resume to companies where I am seeking employment. Instead, I will tailor my resume to each company, so that my relevant skills are stressed for each specific position of department. The company will know I am serious and intent on working there.
5. I will send thank-you cards after every interview, whether I thought the interview went well or poorly.
6. I will start attending more job fairs and networking events, including those that may put me outside of my traditional industry.
7. I will start considering a wide array of employment opportunities, instead of only the areas I've been used to.
8. I will provide or demonstrate my value to my newly-made contacts first, before asking for their help.
9. I will meet, whether by phone,direct e-mail, or in person, three new people who can help me in my job search each week.
10. I will not depend on my network to find a job for me, but will view it as one of several methods of finding employment.
11. I will become a fan of Job.com on Facebook to receive up to date job market information and exclusive career advice.
12. I will do volunteer work to keep myself busy, and to also answer the question interviewers will put to me regarding what I have been up to recently in my unemployment.
13. I will ask friends or family to give me full and honest criticism of my resume and of my interview tactics, even if it may be difficult to hear.
14. I will be open to exploring many new options in the job market, understanding that there may be interesting opportunities beyond my traditional field.
15. I will not become frustrated with my job search, or, if I do, I will not take out that frustration on my friends or family.

And most importantly, I will not give up

We at Job.com are here to help you through your 2010 job search, and wish you the best of luck through the holidays and the New Year! So step up with a renewed sense of confidence! This is your year.

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