Searching for your first job or even a new job can be a nightmare, filled with stress, rejection and frustration. However, there are 6 things you can do in order to prevent your job search from going wrong. Many job seekers are quick to blame the current job market or economy when it comes to an unsuccessful job search, but perhaps its your strategy that needs to change.
ATTITUDE:
You may not be aware, but the success of your job search is mostly centered around your composure and attitude. Although it is easier said than done to stay positive when you are facing rejection after rejection. Finding a job or even getting an interview is not an over night thing, it can be a long process which requires patience and positive thinking. Getting frustrated is not the answer. However, the process can be disheartening at times which can all to often have a negative impact on your attitude. It is important to remember that your attitude is reflected in your applications, emails, online presence as well as your interview. Remember that others can sense your attitude so it is important to remain confident at all times. Rome was not built in a day, remember!
SOCIAL MEDIA:
It is important to be aware that it is now standard practice for employers to scan a potential employee before and after an interview. Therefore it is essential that your image on social media is not going to ruin your chances of getting an interview or even the job. In order to avoid this, it is perhaps ideal to create a professional profile on at least one of the social networking site such as Linkedin, Facebook or Twitter. Also it is perhaps worth typing your name into Google to see exactly what a potential employer would to see they were to do the same. Finally, check your Facebook privacy settings and get any compromising photos un-tagged by friends. Its better to be safe than sorry!
JOB BOARDS:
It is a common belief that job boards are the perfect way to find a job. This however, is not the case and can often be a waste of both time and energy. The sheer amount of traffic (applicants) which flood these sites can often mean that your CV is over looked or even un-seen. Therefore, it is perhaps better to target niche job boards which focuses on the industry you wish to find a job in. These types of sites will have fewer candidates and will more likely get your CV noticed by a hiring manager.
CV:
It is important to remember that you are not the only applicant and that a hiring manager can receive hundreds for just 1 role. Therefore, hiring managers will take just seconds in deciding what pile your CV fits into. So how does your CV avoid the dreaded recycling bin? Well in simple terms, avoid too much text, poor formatting, inappropriate content, grammatical mistakes and spelling errors. A CV should be a reflection of you and your skills and should always be relevant to the job that you are applying for. It should be concise and easy to read.
ADVICE:
Never be afraid to ask for advice, especially from someone who is experienced in both job searches and your chosen industry. Most recruiters will take the time to offer advice as long as you ask for it.
At Taylor Green recruitment, we not only take the time help each candidate, but we also offer straightforward advice which is relevant to your job search or a specific job you wish to apply for. Our website also offers career advice, interview tips, CV writing service, typing skills test and much more. To find out more visit us online today or simply call us on 0161 255 2760 to speak with one of our friendly recruitment consultants.
Tuesday, 24 March 2015
Monday, 16 March 2015
Is your Linkedin profile up to scratch?
When it comes to searching for your next job or even your first job it is essential that you have a LinkedIn profile. For those of you that don't know, LinkedIn is a professional business based social networking site which enables both workers and employers to create profiles and connections with each other. So in terms of your career, this site is pretty invaluable. In terms of career networking, Linkedin enables:
With this is mind, LinkedIn is a great way to get you and work skills noticed and hopefully land you with that all important dream job. So how do you create a great LinkedIn profile?
When creating your LinkedIn profile it is essential that you remember that this is a professional business based networking site and is not the same as Facebook or Twitter. Your LinkedIn profile should not be treated as personal extension of your social media accounts. Therefore, your profile picture should be professional and specifically of you. Group or 'social' pictures are often not conducive to finding a job.
The next thing is to ensure that your job title/function is perfectly clear. This can often act as your unique selling point and is a great way for a recruiter to ascertain if you are the right fit for the search or even the right candidate for the job.
Now you must write a great summary about yourself keeping it professional and relevant to your career. Remember, recruiters will look for accuracy so make sure that there are no spelling or grammatical errors. It can often suggest that you lack pride in yourself and what you do.
Telling a recruiter about your career history is essential so make sure you list your current and previous jobs. Your career history should be clear and easy to follow. Each job title should be mentioned including a line or two about your responsibilities and the role. Always ensure that your dates are correct as gaps in your career can sometimes have a negative impact on prospective recruiters.
For further information on using LinkedIn for your career search please see our '8 ways to utilise LinkedIn when looking for a new job' feature.
If you are searching for your next career move and would like help in finding your dream job, contact Taylor Green Recruitment on 0161 255 2760. Or alternatively you can visit us online at www.taylor-green.co.uk.
- employers to list jobs as well as search for potential candidates
- job seekers to search and review the profile of hiring managers
- users to save jobs they wish to apply for
- users can search for jobs and business opportunities
With this is mind, LinkedIn is a great way to get you and work skills noticed and hopefully land you with that all important dream job. So how do you create a great LinkedIn profile?
When creating your LinkedIn profile it is essential that you remember that this is a professional business based networking site and is not the same as Facebook or Twitter. Your LinkedIn profile should not be treated as personal extension of your social media accounts. Therefore, your profile picture should be professional and specifically of you. Group or 'social' pictures are often not conducive to finding a job.
The next thing is to ensure that your job title/function is perfectly clear. This can often act as your unique selling point and is a great way for a recruiter to ascertain if you are the right fit for the search or even the right candidate for the job.
Now you must write a great summary about yourself keeping it professional and relevant to your career. Remember, recruiters will look for accuracy so make sure that there are no spelling or grammatical errors. It can often suggest that you lack pride in yourself and what you do.
Telling a recruiter about your career history is essential so make sure you list your current and previous jobs. Your career history should be clear and easy to follow. Each job title should be mentioned including a line or two about your responsibilities and the role. Always ensure that your dates are correct as gaps in your career can sometimes have a negative impact on prospective recruiters.
For further information on using LinkedIn for your career search please see our '8 ways to utilise LinkedIn when looking for a new job' feature.
If you are searching for your next career move and would like help in finding your dream job, contact Taylor Green Recruitment on 0161 255 2760. Or alternatively you can visit us online at www.taylor-green.co.uk.
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