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11 Tips to Optimize Your Job Search

March 8, 2017


Here are 11 quick, easy tips and reminders for your job search:

    

Job search #1:-

  –Get resume feedback from a friend (or friend of a friend) involved in HR or Recruiting. 

Job search #2:-

    -Saturdays are the worst days statistically,to apply to jobs. Mondays are you new best friend. 

Job Search #3:-

    –Find a job board that specializes in your role or industry. Niche boards have high quality opportunities and less noise. 

Job search #4:-

    -If you’re  having trouble in your resume brief, swap jobs in and out based on their relevance to each particular opening. 

Job search #5:-

    -Follow target companies on social media. You might catch an opportunity before it’s officially posted.

Job search #6:-

    –Find a job search buddy. Hold each other accountable, share tips and keep each other motivated. It helps if you meet regularly. 

Job search #7:-

   -If your dream company doesnt have an opening that fits you,start a conversation anyway- THINGS CHANGE !

job search #8:-

   -Apply for the job you want,not the job you have.

Job search #9:-

   -Follow through and follow up on your applications. 

Job search #10:- 

   -Fancy resumes get eaten by hiring software. Keep it simple unless the design will be seen. 

Job search #11:-

   -Spell check. Friend check. Read-out-loud check. 

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