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Finding a job can be difficult, even more so now with the current state of the world. There are so many platforms out there it can be overwhelming to know where to start. We have compiled a few tips to get you on your way.
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Write Your Resume and Cover Letter
First off, you need to write a resume and a cover letter. There are lots of templates online to get you started. Get a friend or family member to proofread it and check for any mistakes. You can upload your resume to networking sites so potential employers can headhunt you if they like your CV. It would be best to set up a professional email account, so all your work-related emails are easy to find. It also looks more professional to have your full name in your email address.
Create Your Networking Plan
Now your resume is up to date, explore the range of networking sites you can benefit from by uploading your resume. Indeed, CareerOne and Adzuna are just a couple of sites that you can upload your resume to and look for potential job roles. LinkedIn is another popular site that employers and applicants both use. To get the maximum coverage on your resume, check out Tool for increasing LinkedIn post reach.
Finding a job can be difficult, even more so now with the current state of the world. There are so many platforms out there it can be overwhelming to know where to start. We have compiled a few tips to get you on your way.Click To TweetConsider Apprenticeships
If you are heading into a new career, there are a few approaches you can take. Many companies will ask for experience, if you don’t have any relevant experience, then entering a job through an apprenticeship or internship is a great way to get into the career you want.
“Not every job you’re looking for will be advertised where you’ll easily find them: sometimes the best opportunities will not be widely advertised, or not at all. Building your network means you may very well get a heads up on these positions, or be able to get insider information which will help you to present the best application for positions that are widely advertised.” – Landing Your Dream Job in 2020
Expand Your Job Search
Don’t limit your job search to online. Go old school and show your face at the companies you want to work at. Doing this shows that you are proactive and a go-getter. Research the business before you go, to ensure its a company you’d like to work for, it also pays off to know who the top bosses are, what the companies goals and aims are. This will make you stand out during the interview stage.
Follow-up After Your Interview
After your job interview, send an email to the interviewer thanking them for their time. Leave it for about a week and if you haven’t heard anything, then follow up with an email or phone call. This shows that you are interested in the job and puts your name in the hiring teams’ minds. If you get an interview and it goes well, don’t stop applying for other jobs. You want to keep your options and opportunities open.
Applying for a new job can consume a lot of your time, if you are struggling to find the time then consider hiring a recruitment agency to help you find the perfect role, there are many free services out there to help you.
We hope we have helped you in your job search journey. Remember, there will be many applicants applying for the same job, so make yourself stand out from the crowd. For interview tips during the pandemic, check out Digital Impressions: Smart Ways To Ace Your Virtual Job Interview.
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