In the context of the Covid-19 pandemic, affecting all of us. We are now living through a real health and economic crisis. Inevitably, this situation has and will continue to have for some time, real consequences on the labour market. Here are some tips to find a Job despite the crisis.
Have a strong self-confidence
We’re not going to lie to you, finding a job in a crisis can be long and exhausting at times. This is why it is essential, above all, to have a solid self-confidence to face the difficulties that you could encounter on your way to hire. Maintaining a positive attitude and energy will have an impact when you meet an employer. And will reflect a picture of you as someone who can adapt, overcome difficulties, and stay motivated in an uncomfortable situations.
Prepare yourself before your research
Whatever the situation during your job search, but especially when it is done during an economic crisis, the first step of any research is to take an analysis of your job readiness. A quick overview of your background, your skills, and your experiences can already allow you to understand what types of positions you can qualify for. And at what level of salary you can claim. Don’t hesitate to spruce up your CV either, especially if it’s been a while since you’ve worked on it. Instead of just adding your last professional experience. Take some time to rework the presentation to make it as clear and attractive as possible. You will thus have all the keys in hand to start your search with more serenity.
Analyze the situation
The crisis, yes, but is it for everyone? Not so sure. For multiple reasons, some businesses may be in good financial health despite the events in the country. To be sure to have all your chances, it is necessary in times of crisis to know. Which companies are in a good financial situation and which ones are having more difficulties. This way, you will know where to direct your research to optimize your positive response rates and put the odds in your favour.
Be active on social networks and job boards
If by reflex you respond to offers found on the different Job-board platforms, it is a practice that should not be neglected: your presence on the main sites allows visibility of your CV. First of all, ensure your presence on professional social networks with a well-informed and up-to-date LinkedIn profile. It has become common for recruiters to use this method to source potential candidates for opportunities, whether they have already been posted or not. Besides, remember to publish your up-to-date CV on various platforms. This will allow you to have better visibility with potential recruiters. And multiply your chances of having the first contact for, perhaps, the position of your dreams!
Don’t ignore recruiting agencies
In these times of crisis, many companies find themselves potentially unable to manage recruitment themselves. Due to a lack of time or resources and therefore call on specialized agencies to meet their needs. This is why it is important to be visible to these recruitment agencies, which can place you in opportunities corresponding to your skills. Or keep your CV in their databases to be able to position you for an upcoming job opening.
To do this, the first list of the different agencies working in your areas of expertise, whether or not they are in your region. Indeed, many agencies have missions. Consult all the advertisements offered and apply them to those that seem relevant to you. If none seems to match you, do not hesitate to be on the waiting list! This way, your CV will be saved in a database, allowing you to position yourself on future offers.
Search in other states
The job market can sometimes be “blocked” in your region and this is beyond the crisis. What if the job of your dreams was elsewhere? In this type of situation, if possible, do not hesitate to look at what can be offered in other states. And, why not, even internationally! Beyond a rewarding professional experience on your CV, you will also benefit from a significant human experience! And at the same time, you can improve your foreign language skills.
With these tips and a little time, you can be sure to find the right position for you, even in times of crisis. It just requires a little bit of commitment and self-assurance to get a new job.
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