new job/job search

Seems like a silly question but how do you all go about searching for new jobs and what do you look for?  Been with same company since college (almost 40 now) and its time for a change i just have no idea where to start.  Last 10 years have been a DM.  Alot of people say ya you will find something easily but i feel like its not that easy to land something.  Any tricks, pointers, success stories that can possibly help? 

Been in beverage business for 18 years with the blue team and under new local management and she is very tough to work for.  Questions my whereabouts, start time, end time etc. Certainly seems like she has some trust issues.  

thanks!

Network with those you trust & only those because word gets around very quickly that you may be looking for a change. Talk with some of your customers who may know about openings within your industry coming up due to retirements or people moving to another part of the country. Be discreet.

As far as your new boss remember, "the new broom sweeps clean but the old one knows the corners." You should know the organization well & if you have a "godfather" or mentor use that resource.

I would find out a task that my boss hated to do, like certain reports or logs or returning calls & see if it's something you can assume doing. In this way, you can buy some time, impress her like you really care about her & the team even when you have one foot out the door.

Good luck!