5 Ways to Jumpstart a Job Hunt in a New City

I live in Portland, Oregon. We’re one of those towns filled with transplants because everyone wants to live in Portland (or so it seems).

I did, in the worst way.

I’m a Detroit girl by heritage, who fell in love with Portland about 15 years ago and finally made my westward pilgrimage a few years back.

I was lucky. Jobwise, I simply unplugged my office in the Midwest, toted everything across the country, and plugged the operation back in once I hit the coast.

But how about those of us who want or need to make a geographic leap, but need to find a new job as part of that transition? It’s not always super easy. In fact, it can be a downright pain in the rear if you’re not thoughtful and, at times, a bit crafty, in how you go about the hunt. Read more...