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How to search for career opportunities outside of your area?

I am from and currently residing in Pittsburgh. I spent four years away when I was in college, and now I'm back and working in a field that I hate in a job that makes me feel completely hopeless. I would love to move to a new place and start a new career, but it seems almost impossible to do so. I've heard so many times before that I need to move away from Pittsburgh to find a career that I will enjoy, or even to find more than the few career opportunities found in the Pittsburgh area, but to get started seems daunting. I have a bachelor's degree in Speech Communication, with Finance,Customer Service, Media and Sales experience. For the lDoes anyone have advice for how to apply for jobs outside of your home area, and how to entice employers to take a chance on a "foreigner?" It would be a dream come true to move outside of the United States, but I'm not holding my breath, but if anyone can offer advice on where and how to apply for jobs outside of the country, I would love to hear them

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1. Hi -- You seem to have a fairly clear idea of what you want, but as you may suspect, that is of little interest to a prospective employer. This is why I always suggest 'proposal' self-marketing, rather than resumes. The school where you got your degree may have a placement office of some sort, and may be able to help you. What you want to do is find some problem in the industry of interest, or at a particular business where you would like to work, and then create a proposal that solves the problem and involves you as a key player. This involves research. The only enticement an employer wants is someone who clearly understands a problem they are facing, and has a plan for solving the problem. Sending a stranger your resume and hoping to persuade them of what a wonderful employee you will be simply won't cut it. A well-crafted proposal will set you apart from all the job-seekers out there. Visit the site below for the free download if you want more information on this. Hope this helps. Best, Steve