Source: Washington Post

According to a study from Robert Half International, four in ten professionals are likely to look for a new job in the current recession and another study from Miles LeHane Cos.-OI Partners indicates that two thirds of employers are aware of this and concerned about losing good managers.

In light of these statistics, The Washington Post article offers advice to job seekers on how to conduct their job search discreetly.  Here are some of the main tips:

1. Dress Code: If you normally dress casually, wearing a suit one day before an interview is a major red flag.  Try to stop somewhere to change into your suit before the interview.  Don’t show up to work in your interview clothes.

2. Keep a Secret: Unless you are part of a large scale downsizing, keep your job search under wraps with colleagues.  Keep your job search under wraps.

3. Create a Profile on LinkedIn: Recruiters, like Pathway Medical, are always searching LinkedIn for top talent.  Placing your profile on LinkedIn is a great way to catch the attention of employers with job openings that fit your skills and experience.  Groups on LinkedIn, like Nursing Beyond the Bedside, are another great way to network with peers and discretely uncover job opportunities.

For more details you can read the complete article from The Washington Post at: In tough economic times, best to look for a new job quietly