Searching for a job can be exhausting. If you don’t have a plan, this task can be extremely stressful and hard on your self-confidence. Job-hunting strategically can give you the motivation that you need, as well as even show the results you’ve been looking for! Read our 5 Things You Can Do To Improve Your Job Search:

 

1. Perfect Your Resume

No two job applications should have the same exact resume submitted. Your resume should be customized for each job you are applying for. Highlight skills and experiences that apply to specific jobs, not overall to any job. Showcase skills, education, and experiences in a cover letter. Be sure to express the value you will bring to the job, your goals, and how getting this job will help you get there.

 

2. Dedicate Time

Treating a job search as a full-time job shows the best results. Taking your time of unemployment as a vacation will not be beneficial when trying to get back to work. If you are able to dedicate multiple hours a day during the workday to your job search, you will be in a great position. The working hours are when employers are most likely to be responsive, and you should capitalize on this. Alternatively, taking an hour or so at night to apply to jobs could be beneficial too. The important part is that you’re setting aside a significant amount of time dedicated to searching for an applying to jobs!

 

3. Actively Improve Your Skillset

When searching for jobs, you may already have a specified skillset to work with, but you should not stop there! Actively improving yourself is a key factor that employers look for in candidates. Taking online courses can help your resume to be noticed, and it demonstrates your desire to grow! Not only does this improve your skills, but it shows you are motivated and willing to do what it takes to get noticed and better yourself to get the job.

 

4. Utilize LinkedIn

LinkedIn is a fantastic tool when job searching and employers use it. Telling your network that you are searching for a job or that you are open for work is a great way to get noticed. Employers may rely heavily on personal recommendations through tools such as LinkedIn, where colleagues and employees can connect with you and recommend you for a role. Letting your network know you’re searching for a job gives employers the inkling as to what type of job you’re searching for, and completing your profile highlights your interests, experiences, skills, and much more. LinkedIn acts as a one-stop shop for employers to find candidates they are looking for.

 

5. Build Your Personal Brand

When searching for jobs, you may find yourself having some downtime whether you are waiting to hear back from employers, or waiting for a place of work to open so you can go in person to express interest. You can use this downtime to your advantage by building and perfecting your personal brand! Simple tasks such as cleaning up your social media image, and getting involved in online professional groups can go a long way. You may even use this time to reach out to professionals in your desired field to make connections and ask for tips!

 

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