Making Job Fairs Work for You

Job fairs are typically crowded events. Even though you've planned well, arrive early and have an elevator speech and résumés ready, the experience may not be the best job search experience. Here's how to make them successful:

1) Attend only industry-specific job fairs that offer your targeted positions.
2) Talk to as many recruiters as possible, but really try to make contact with five favorites to focus your company research, questions, etc.
3) Come with a flexible but positive attitude.
4) Relax, but don't spend too much time on the sidelines.