Let’s face it. The job market is fierce at the moment, and I don’t mean Tyra Banks or Ru Paul fierce. I mean ferocious and crazy competitive. Recently, I interviewed for a job that I found on a very small, industry-specific web site. The interviewer told me that over 500 applicants had applied for the job! With that kind of intense competition, simply applying for a job online can be like dropping your resume into a black hole doomed to never see the light of day. Of course, the best way to find work is for a friend in your field to hook you up with your dream hustle. However, if you don’t have friends in high places, it’s still possible to stand out. Here are some tips to help you find that new grind.