The process of finding a job can seem repetitive and hopeless.
Job seekers can improve their odds of success by trying several approaches,
including one that may help bypass applications. And secondly people should
connect with a company’s recruiters and hiring managers on social pages like
LinkedIn. Then, ask for a conversation about roles or positions within the
company. If they say no, then it may be time to rework their LinkedIn profile.
Also, it’s important to submit applications for other companies and positions
to increase the odds of success.
1. Create a target list of employers/companies.
Research decision-makers and make contact.
2. Reach out to your network and schedule informational
meetings with 3-5 people who work in one of your target companies or used to
work for one of your target companies. Ask for information, advice, or
recommendations.
3. Engage on platforms like LinkedIn with thought leaders in your
industry. Comment on their posts with insightful feedback and share your own
updates. This increases your visibility to recruiters.
4. Mail a value proposition letter or a copy of your
resume and cover letter to the decision-makers you identified at your target
companies.
5. Research growth opportunities
and set up Google news alerts.
These 7C’s are easy to follow step-by-step signature
program that makes sure you never scratch your head and start stepping into the
most #confident version of yourself.
🌟 Claim your confidence
🌟 Clarify your calling
🌟 Craft your career story
🌟 Create a compelling personal brand
🌟 Connect with your dream network
🌟 Crush your interviews
🌟 Command your worth!
Reactive job seekers are focused
on things they can't control (non-responses from applications, the complicated
hiring process).
Proactive job seekers are focused on things within
their control (outreach, networking, informational meetings).
You have more control over your job search than you
probably ever realized.
What most job seekers think a job
search involves:
1. Writing a resume
2. Applying to jobs online with that resume
That's it.
The truth is, a successful job search involves a
variety of steps, stages, actions, and tools.
AND, this may look different for different people!
Instead of *just* writing a resume and *just* applying
to jobs online, also consider:
1. Conducting research (of yourself, companies, people,
opportunities)
2. Understanding your value
3. Knowing exactly what type of job you want
4. Making a plan. Develop a daily/weekly action list to
keep yourself focused and moving forward
5. Creating a strong and fully complete LinkedIn
profile
6. Talking to lots of people. Call it networking, or
call it outreach/engagement/conversations. Just include lots of people in your
search efforts
7. Writing a great resume that is targeted for each
job. Yes, general resumes don't work
8. Preparing for interviews. Never assume you can go
into these cold
9. Knowing the salary, you want/deserve and being able
to back this up
10. Ongoing career management - for the next time you
need to conduct a search. Keep and maintain a 'brag file'; invest in
professional development; ensure your resume is always up to date.
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