New graduates: Conducting your first job search

It's been a few months since this year's past graduates finished school, and hopefully you've been looking for a job during that time - even better, hopefully you've FOUND a job.  But, on the off-chance that you haven't and instead have just been enjoying your time off (totally fine), then read on.

Job hunting can be a long, arduous, tedious task - but it doesn't have to be. Here's an example of you can break up your week, according to "The Everything Get-a-Job Book."

Sunday: Look through the classified ads.

Monday: Follow up on these ads by sending out your resume and cover letter.

Tuesday: Focus on contacting companies directly.

Wednesday: Do more research to find listings of other companies to contact.

Thursday and Friday: Spend the day networking as you try to set up appointments to meet with people and develop more contacts.

If you don't have a job secured after you've been job searching for a few months, consider looking for a part-time job to keep yourself busy, help you make some money and gain experience. Even if the job isn't in your field, you can surely apply basic skills from one job to another.

You're probably frustrated with your lack of a full-time job and working part-time will also break up your routine, keep you motivated and show future employers that you have initiative and good work ethic.

Good luck on your search and keep checking back for more advice!