Job picture gloomy? Top 10 tips for finding your next job.

5. Market yourself

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Attendees line up for an interview with a prospective employer at a job fair in Washington Aug. 6, 2009. Marketing yourself is such an important skill that experts suggest you practice your pitch when you encounter new people.

Communicate your strengths and the tangible, significant results that you have achieved. Use action verbs and phrases to highlight your function and showcase your expertise. Every encounter with new people is an opportunity to practice your pitch. What can you say about yourself to attract the attention you want?

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