Many telephone company packages offer free secondary telephone numbers with distinct ring patterns. Securing a second number for the job search with a different ring pattern warns you and those who live with you that the call coming in is a job contact. Now everyone knows to be on their best behavior before the call is answered, and you can take a second to pull yourself together before answering the phone.

Also, look into subscribing to an online fax service. Companies like Send2fax.com offer packages for as low as $7.95 per month. This is a much better short-term option than purchasing a new fax machine. If all goes well, you'll only need it for a month anyway!

Embarking on your job search should not be taken lightly. Sitting down on the couch, grabbing the three-day old newspaper, and circling two or three openings for the week just won't cut it anymore … the competition is too fierce! Remember, every day that you are unemployed results in lost revenue. Inefficiencies such as precious time wasted looking for files on your computer, or inappropriate noises in the background when you answer the phone, could all result in a longer road to employment than necessary.

Take the time and effort to prepare your workspace, then keep your eyes open for opportunity, because luck won't be far behind.

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