Are you looking for a new job? The best time to increase your search efforts is now. With the continued evolution of technology and social media, there are more ways than ever to connect with potential employers. All it takes is a few smart job search techniques to land your next position. Here’s what you can do.
Try These 5 Job Search Hacks
Your search will soon be over! Try the following to increase your chances of having a new job in 2015:
Harness the power of social media.
Let’s face it. Social media controls a large portion of how we communicate with each other these days. Most companies have an online presence across multiple social media sites, including Facebook, Twitter, Google Plus and LinkedIn. Depending on your field, the companies for which you’d like to work may also have an Instagram or Pinterest account. Set up a social media page and interact with potential employers through group discussions or posts.
Stay up to date in the industry.
Employers want to hire employees who are “in the know” with the latest industry developments. Keep yourself updated by reading industry articles, blog posts, research studies, news stories, etc.
Reach out to your network.
It’s not always what you know, but who you know. Most industries have professional organizations you can join to network with others in your field and learn more about the field itself. You can also contact alumni from your college or from colleges in your area to network and find out about possible job openings.
Learn something new.
What new skills do employers require to perform your job? Review job postings on career sites, such as Monster, and check out the list of job requirements. If your skills are a bit rusty, learn something new. You can take a continuing education class, an online course or even enroll in a course or two at a local college.
Consider re-locating.
Sometimes jobs are out there, but not in your area. If you’re willing to move, especially to a larger city such as New York City, Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles, Seattle or Boston, you can open up additional job opportunities that are available to you.
Bonus Tip – Partner with a Staffing Agency.
By working with a recruiter, you’ll have access to open jobs that may not be posted to the general public. Staffing firms stake their reputations on making smart matches between candidates and available positions.
If you’re looking for a job in the Atlanta area,
contact Snelling Georgia Group
Snelling Georgia Group places talented candidates with jobs in and around the Atlanta Metropolitan Area. To learn more about our open positions, contact a Snelling Georgia recruiter today!
