#JobSearch : Don’t Let Social Distancing Halt Your Job Search. Great REad!

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With the global pandemic, many of our nation’s businesses, educational institutions, and entertainment venues have either lowered or ceased operations completely.

However, if you are in an active job search mode, there are plenty of ways you can still focus on your job search within the safety of your own home.  Meaning…don’t use a global crisis or “social distancing” as an excuse to stop your job search.

While we are all trying to deal with our own version of “Social Distancing”, it certainly does not have to stop job seekers from pursuing their dream jobs. This includes you!

Here are some tips for staying on top of your job search and getting closer to landing your dream job, even if you have to do so from home. 

Revisit Your Resume

  • Whether you are working from home for the first time or are an essential worker, take time to find your old resume, and get it ready for your job search. Your focus should be on updating your achievements, skills, professional development activities, and of course any employment or promotion changes since your last update.
  • Depending on when you last updated it, formatting may have changed, so be sure your format and writing quality aligns with today’s standards. And it cannot be stressed enough…proofread the entire document to ensure it does not have any typos or other errors. If you need help, don’t hesitate to hire a professional resume writing service.

 

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Complete Your ENTIRE LinkedIn Profile

  • When you first created our LinkedIn profile, you probably filled in the basic sections necessary to get it up and running. Now is the time to fully optimize your entire profile. Look at it through the eyes of a recruiter. Start at the top and go through every section objectively. Does your profile picture still look like you? Be honest J Are your most recent achievements, your latest awards, organizations, promotions, etc. listed?
  • Think of LI as your virtual resume – it should have some of what is on your resume, in other words, all your jobs, achievements, awards, and education. The skills section should be completed with skills relevant to your current position. Make sure to use all 50 skills. Use this site for everything it has to offer―join groups, check out job postings, add to your network, reach out for recommendations, update your settings so recruiters can contact you, etc.  With so many people working remotely, people are online and not at the water cooler.

Connect with Your Network

  • Many people have more time on their hands these days and are more than happy to reconnect with past colleagues or mentors. Reach out to them, as well as other industry-specific clients who may know of openings in their own workplaces. Email, text, or pick up the phone and call these individuals, and let them know you’re looking to make a change in your career.
  • If you’re interested in certain companies, go to their websites and learn more about what they do and if they’re hiring.  If so, reach out to the “contact” person listed on the site.  Get your name out there!
    Plus, during a time of crisis is when people band together in unity. This is a great time to deepen your network even more. Reach out, offer free advice (relating to what you do if applicable), join discussions, and help where you can.

Interview Preparation is Key:

  • Interviews are still happening; they may just be through Zoom of Skype. (If you aren’t familiar with one of these platforms, learn about them and make sure that your equipment is working properly before your interview day.)
  • Preparation is key to nailing the interview, so practice answering potential questions and with a voice that is upbeat, full of confidence, and markets you and your credentials.  Practice in the mirror so you can see your facial expressions (my face gives everything away, unfortunately… does yours?).

Do your homework! Know who your audience is (this can be done when talking with the person(s) scheduling the interview with you), as well as the culture of the company. Gather all of your supporting documentation (resume, references, certifications, etc.).

As with any crisis, there are always things to do to stay positive and keep moving forward in your job search and in life.  You may not be able to meet with a hiring manager or recruiter in person right away, but you can get yourself prepared to do so in the very near future. While we are all trying to deal with our own version of “Social Distancing”, it certainly does not have to stop job seekers from pursuing their dream jobs. This includes you!

 

FSC Career Blog Author:  Ms. Erin Kennedy, MCD, CMRW, CPRW, CERW, CEMC, is a Certified Professional Resume Writer/Career Consultant, and the President of Professional Resume Services, named one of Forbes “Top 100 Career Websites”. Considered an influencer, she is consistently listed as a “Top Career Expert to Follow” on Twitter and LinkedIn.

 

FSC Career Blog | April 27, 2020