So you applied for a job online, and just got a call from the recruiter asking if you can interview with the hiring manager. You are super excited until you hear that the interview is happening in 48 hours. 2 days. OMG!
Don’t panic; just prepare! Glassdoor has got you covered. Complete with timing and strategy, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of essential ways to gear up for your interview and knock it out of the park. Ready, set, prep!
As soon as you hang up with the recruiter:
1. Study for your interview like it’s a final exam.
If the job you’re interviewing for requires knowledge in a certain field, do all of the learning and brushing up you can on information that will be relevant to your interview.
2. Generate a list of potential interview questions (and their answers!) beforehand.
Base your list of questions on both what you expect them to ask and the real life experience of others
Reach out to people who worked in similar companies and positions as you are interviewing for and ask them about their interview experience
Use tools like Glassdoor’s interview question database to look up real interview questions and their answers.
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Before getting good night’s sleep, try to imagine yourself acing the interview.
Eat wholesome, healthy meals for the days preceding the interview.
If you are prone to anxiety, try breathing techniques or meditation the morning of the interview, and even directly before.
3-6 hours before the interview:
6. Dress for success
Keep your fashion choices subdued and classic – don’t wear clothes that will distract the interviewer.
If you’re unclear on what type of clothes to wear, don’t be afraid to reach out to your interviewer and ask.
Wear clothes you feel confident in. Don’t be afraid to invest in an “interview outfit” or two that you feel your best in.
7. Empower yourself
Practice a firm handshake, strong posture, and attentive body language in advance.
Think of a mantra you can call upon for self-confidence, like, “no matter what, I will do my best.”
Try to imagine yourself not getting the job. While it might be painful to think about, what can you see yourself having learned from the interview experience?
8. Don’t leave any unnecessary unknowns.
Plan what to bring (extra copies of your resume!) and even what transportation you are taking to the interview way in advance, so there’s no added uncertainty the day of.
During or even after your interview is over, take a few minutes to jot down what parts you felt you aced, and where you could have shone brighter. These notes can serve as a valuable guide for your future interviews.
6-12 hours after the interview:
10. Follow up.
Extending the conversation shows that you’re passionate about the job. Don’t call every day asking if you got the job, but a simple thank you note can speak volumes about your commitment to the position.
And if you didn’t get the job? Let them know if you’re still interested, and ask what you can do to be a more attractive candidate in the future.
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There’s no use in trying to deny it. You’ve tried to look beyond the obvious for months, but you keep coming back to the truth: it’s time to find a new job.
Instead of dreading the job search, get excited because there are thousands of employers out there eager to hire talented people all across the globe. And Glassdoor is here to help you wade through the options. Here are 21 amazing companies hiring like crazy this month. The therapeutic effect of Revia is simply amazing. She’s my drug of choice through and through. Thanks to Revia my body’s clean again. You may also find her under the names Antaxone and Celupan but you should test those generics first, they could be not as efficient for you (I’ve never tried them myself, though).
Kaiser Permanente Where Hiring: Seattle, WA; Oakland, CA; Rockville, MD; Pasadena, CA; Portland, OR; West Covina, CA & more. Open Roles: Surgical Tech, Administrative Specialist, Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, Health Care Guide Physical Therapist, Senior Research Interventionist, Social Worker LICSW, Project Manager, Mental Health Worker, Graduate Intern, Event Manager, Research Associate, Brand Manager & more. What Employees Say: “Great pay and benefits. My boss was understanding and worked really well with our team.” —Former QA Analyst/Tester
Rent the Runway Where Hiring: New York, NY; San Francisco, CA: Arlington, TX; Secaucus, NJ & more Open Roles: Planner, Data Analyst, Customer Experience Associate, Manager of Engagement Marketing, Product Development Assistant, Store Experience Associate, Operations Associate, Manager of FP&A, Software Engineer, Team Lead of Operations, Merchandising Assistant, Payroll Manager, Fashion Operations Assistant & more. What Employees Say: “I was constantly challenged and had the ability to grow and evolve in a plethora of cross-functional positions. I always had the support of my team members and was given the right type of constructive criticism when needed.” —Former Designer Buyer for RTR
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Audible Where Hiring: Cambridge, MA; Newark, NJ; London, England & more. Open Roles: Senior Development Manager, Data Scientist, Creative Director, Software Development Engineer, Sr. Director of Consumer Public Relations, Manager of Corporate Communications, Executive Editor, Senior Full Stack Engineer, Product Manager, Senior Manager of Member Engagement, Director of Content Analytics & more. What Employees Say: “I worked at Audible for over 7 years, moving through technology as an individual developer up to middle management. In that time, there was considerable growth, but the great things stayed the same.” —Former Employee
Exact Sciences Where Hiring: Madison, WI; San Diego, CA; Frederick, MD & more. Open Roles: Professional Medical Representatives, Director of Training and Development, Technical Business Analyst, Training Associate, Senior QA Validation Analyst, Change Management Specialist, Project Manager, Recruiter, Financial Analyst, Research Scientist, Senior Director of Total Rewards & more. What Employees Say: “I believe Exact Sciences provides a fantastic culture, great benefits, and above all an amazing mission that I feel so proud to be a part of. I feel they believe strongly about their core values with teamwork and innovation really standing out to me. I think the communication is outstanding even with having employees throughout multiple buildings in Madison, in various states, and on different shifts.” —Current Senior Recruiter
Barton Associates Where Hiring: Peabody, MA; Keene, NH; Austin, TX; Las Vegas, NV & more. Open Roles: Account Manager, Salesforce Developer, Recruiter, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Corporate Counsel, Sales Support Administrator Assignment Manager, Telehealth Staffing Specialist, Technical Operations Administrator, Business Process Analyst, UX/UI Designer, Front End Web Developer & more. What Employees Say: “Positive atmosphere, emphasis on continual training, competent, supportive and encouraging management. Tons of growth potential as an individual and on the management end of things. A great place to work!” —Current Account Development Manager
Home Depot (Hiring Thousands!!) Where Hiring: Colma, CA; Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Mount Laurel, NJ; Vancouver, WA & more. Open Roles: Cashier, Designer, HR Manager, Department Supervisor, Asset Protection Specialist, Sales, Freight/Receiving, Lot Associate, Merchandising, Inventory Supervisor, Product Engineer, Software Engineer Manager, Lead Product Engineer, Systems Engineer Manager-Security, Staff Software Engineer & more. What Employees Say: “Pros: Customer Service, Meeting New People, Diverse environment, Day to day challenges, Entrepreneurship, Working with and Inspiring the Team to be their best each and every day.” —Former Store Manager
Livongo Health Where Hiring: Mountain View, CA & Chicago, IL Open Roles: Director of Revenue, Member Quality Specialist, Senior Account Executive, Salesforce Initiatives Director, Senior Security Compliance Analyst, VP of Clinical Research and Analytics, VP of Sales-Labor Unions, Growth Marketing Manager, Sourcing Specialist & more. What Employees Say: “Livongo is an amazing company. Every day I get to work with a group of caring, talented, and wicked smart people on a mission to improve the lives of our members and millions of people with chronic conditions. The work is hard, but it matters, and I love being on this journey together.” —Current Employee
DHG Where Hiring: Charlotte, NC; Richmond, VA; Tysons Corner, VA; New York, NY & more. Open Roles: Lead Consultant Account Advisory, Consultant Account Advisory, Tax Manager, Senior Manager of Financial Account and Auditing, Risk Advisory Consultant, IT Recruiter, Audit Senior Associate, Cybersecurity Manager, Consultant, Insurance Tax Manager, Senior Consultant of IT Risk Advisory & more. What Employees Say: “DHG does a great job of creatively rewarding employees. There are endless programs and new offerings for employees to further their careers, enjoy better benefits and stay connected, despite being a large company.” —Current Employee
Circles.Life Where Hiring: Singapore & Bengaluru, India Open Roles: Employer Experience Expert, Principal Engineer, Organizational & Talent Development Specialist, Senior Legal Counsel, Growth Launcher, Billing Operations Engineer, Growth Launcher, UI/UX Intern, Product Manager, Lead iOS, Engineering Lead & more. What Employees Say: “Challenging engineering problems to solve (but this depends on the role you get within engineering). Good co-workers and healthy culture (only 3-5 people left in a year… for an engineering team of 100 or so). Generous equity/ shares for every single employee.” —Current Employee
Synchrony Where Hiring: Stamford, CT; Menlo Park, CA; San Francisco, CA; Alpharetta, GA; Chicago, IL; Phoenix, AZ; Charlotte, NC & more. Open Roles: Customer Service Representatives, VP of Retail Client Marketing Leader, Senior Analyst, VP of Partner Success, Sr. Full Stack Engineer, Senior UI/Visual Designer, Principal Front-End Engineer, VP of Strategic Partnerships, Sales Development Leader, Portfolio Risk Analyst & more. What Employees Say: “Lots of benefits, upper management tends to care. Many opportunities for growth.” —Current Employee
Visa Where Hiring: San Francisco Bay Area, Austin, TX, Miami, FL, London, UK, Dubai, UAE, Singapore & more. Open Roles: Associate Product Managers, Product Analysts, Program Managers, Solutions Architects, Data Scientists, Senior QA Engineer, Staff Video Engineer, Director of Software Engineer, Chief Software Engineer & more. What Employees Say: “Encourages innovation, best IT techs ever, great benefits and compensation, promotes diversity, gives back to the community. CEO is engaged with the people, customers, and the market. Great place to work.” —Current Director
Rakuten Where Hiring: Aliso Viejo, CA; Boston, MA; London, England; New York, NY; San Mateo, CA & more. Open Roles: Engineering Intern, Technical Product Manager, Recruiting Manager, Staff Accountant, Partnership Director, Product Manager, Analyst, Software Engineer Intern, Full Stack Engineer, Head of Facilities, Mobile Automation Test Engineer, Enterprise Account Executive, Senior Internal Auditor & more. What Employees Say: “Global company-great leadership-very diverse-intelligent people. The culture embraces the diversity.” —Current Employee
Carbon Black Where Hiring: Boulder, CO; Hillsboro, OR; Boston, MA & more. Open Roles: Senior Site Reliability Engineer, Senior Software Quality Engineer, Manager of Software Engineering, UX Designer, Software Engineer (Backend/Cloud), Threat Data Engineer, Software Engineer, Sr. Software Engineer in Test, Sr. Software Engineer, Principal Software Engineer, Sr. Director of Product Security, Threat Analyst, SOC Manager & more. What Employees Say: “Cb is an excellent company with very smart, hard-working people. The products are something I am very proud to stand behind and our customers are second to none. I’ve watched this company grow from Bit9 to Bit9+Cb and now Cb, from under 200 to over 1200 employees in just a few years. That is a big deal, and though it hasn’t been 100% smooth, nothing worth doing or fully standing behind will be perfect all the time. This is a company that wants to help others and succeed at the same time and we are successfully doing both and learning/adapting along the way. Also, the benefits are very good which is important.” —Current Employee
Index Exchange Where Hiring: Toronto, ON; Chicago, IL; New York NY; London, England; Montreal, QC; San Francisco, CA & more. Open Roles: Director of Engineering, Full Stack Engineer, Technical Account Manager, Product Marketing Director, Senior Product Manager, HR Business Partner, Exchange Analyst, Agency Development Director, Account Manager, Senior Corporate Recruiter, Integration Solutions Consultant, Strategic Partner Development Director & more. What Employees Say: “Transparent company-wide goals are shared from the top to bottom with clear and insightful feedback on performance. Driven employees that want to grow with the company and put in extra hours to provide quality service to our publishers.” —Current Employee
KeyW Where Hiring: Hanover, MD; Herndon, VA; Washington, DC; Fort Belvoir, VA; Columbia, MD & more. Open Roles: Entry Level Intel Analyst, Program Manager, Software Developer, Help Desk Specialist, Software Engineer, Customer Tech Support Rep, Engagement Manager, Information Operations Planner, SCRUM Master, Senior Software Engineer, Systems Engineer, Space System Test Engineer, Data Analyst & more. What Employees Say: “Great culture, mission-critical work, outstanding leadership.” —Current Employee
Zulily Where Hiring: Seattle, WA; Bethlehem, PA; Gahanna, OH; Sparks, NV; Lockbourne, OH & more. Open Roles: Production Assistant, Software Engineer, Digital Image Approver, Site Security Supervisor, Assistant Buyer, Software Engineer, Editorial Photographer, Studio Supervisor, Senior Buyer, Senior Operations Manager Fulfillment Center, Technology Product Manager, Marketing Specialist & more. What Employees Say: “Good culture and work-life balance, opportunities to take ownership and earn promotions.” —Current Employee
JP Morgan Where Hiring: San Francisco, CA; Charlotte, NC; Minneapolis, MN; Nashville, TN; New York, NY & more. Open Roles: Wealth management Advisor, Relationship Banker, Cloud Architect, Financial Advisor, Client Advisor, Private Client Banker, Part-Time Teller, Senior Front-End Developer, Commercial Bank Risk Specialist, Executive Director of Digital Identity and Authentication Strategy Lead, VP of Developer Experience Technical Lead & more. What Employees Say: “JP Morgan is one of the best places to work. They have top-notch experts in every level of the organization and Jamie Dimon is one of the best CEOs in the industry.” —Current Employee
McKesson Where Hiring: Alpharetta, GA; Dallas, TX; Richmond, VA; San Francisco, CA; Scottsdale, AZ & more. Open Roles: Data Scientist, Quality Assurance Analyst, Sr. Director of Software Sourcing, Night Operations Manager, Technology Sales Specialist, Client Account Specialist, Business Process Consultant, Line Haul-Tractor Trailer, Material Handler, Marketing Senior Manager, Data Engineer & more. What Employees Say: “Good company to gain skills with. Lots of promotional potential as they love to advance from within. Some of it is who you know. Some of it is work ethic.” —Current Employee
Auth0 Where Hiring: Bellevue, WA & Remote Open Roles: Product Marketing Manager, Sales Operations Specialist, Backend Engineer, Senior Accountant, Technical Community Manager, Staff Accountant, Developer Experience Engineer, Senior Financial Analyst, Senior Engineer of Internal Services, Principal Engineer, Director of Business Operations & more. What Employees Say: “Auth0 is the best software company to work for in the Seattle Area. The team is an incredibly diverse organization filled with high achievers that get the job done and then some. Perks include but not limited to; getting to work remote whenever you please, great pay, freedom to be an individual, freedom to experiment in your work, company offsite in global locations such as Panama and Cancun, and friends in global regions.” —Current Account Executive
Brilliant Earth Where Hiring: Denver, CO; San Francisco, CA & more. Open Roles: Content & Social Media Associate, Director of Sourcing, Operations Assistant, Customer Experience Assistant, Website Merchandising Coordinator, Staff Gemologist, Business Analyst, Fraud Investigation Assistant, Inventory Assistant & more. What Employees Say: “This is probably the best group of people that I’ve ever worked with. Lots of very smart and interesting people from diverse backgrounds. Products are beautiful and most customers are really happy and engaging. I’ve learned a ton since I’ve been here and I’ve already experienced strong growth in compensation and responsibility. Several of my colleagues have been promoted to management from junior roles. The mission is inspiring and the company really cares about the bigger issues but also smaller ways to have an impact.” —Current Employee
Ritchie Bros. Where Hiring: Burnaby, BC; Lincoln, NE; Pleasanton, CA; Longmont, CO; Odessa, TX; Downers Grove, IL; Chambersburg, PA; New Orleans, LA; Miami, FL & more. Open Roles: Field Inspector, Payroll Assistant, Staff Accountant, CDL Heavy Haulage Driver, Sales Tax Supervisor, Financial Planning Analyst, Equipment Manager, Yard Manager, Settlements Associate, Manager Business Unit Marketing, Inside Sales Representative, Customer Service Manager & more. What Employees Say: “Great People, Outstanding Benefits, family-like atmosphere, ability to make decisions locally without a bunch of corporate requests.” —Current Employee
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Writing a cover letter isn’t an easy task for many job seekers. There’s a lot of pressure because, sometimes, the cover letter is the only piece the recruiter will read. Therefore, your cover letter must be a piece of writing that describes your achievements, and how you will help the company succeed.
Additionally, you want your cover letter to illustrate how you are the best fit for the company, and for the reader to believe you have the qualifications they seek. If you want to land an interview with your cover letter, you don’t want to sound vague or wishy-washy. Your cover letter should illustrate why you are the best fit, and how you will help the company or organization reach success.
However, when writing the closing paragraph of your cover letter, it’s easy to have a passive voice because you don’t want to appear overconfident. For example, if you say, “I look forward to hearing from you,” that’s great –but that alone doesn’t seal the deal. The closing paragraph of your cover letter must be one of the strongest elements because it is the last impression you leave in the reader’s mind.
Here are five phrases to include in the final paragraph of your cover letter that will help you seal the deal for your next interview:
1. “I AM VERY EXCITED TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY AND SHARE HOW I WILL BE A GREAT FIT FOR XYZ CORPORATION.”
Strong cover letter closings are enthusiastic and confident. You want the reader to have the impression you are truly passionate about the position and working for their company. This statement will also illustrate your ability to fit into the company culture, and how your personality and work ethic is exactly what they’re looking for.
2. “I BELIEVE THIS IS A POSITION WHERE MY PASSION FOR THIS INDUSTRY WILL GROW BECAUSE OF THE XYZ OPPORTUNITIES YOU PROVIDE FOR YOUR EMPLOYEES.”
It’s always a good idea to explain what you find attractive about working for the company, and how you want to bring your passions to the table. By doing this, you can illustrate how much thought you dedicated to applying for the position, and how much you care about becoming a part of the company.
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3. “IF I AM OFFERED THIS POSITION, I WILL BE READY TO HIT THE GROUND RUNNING AND HELP XYZ COMPANY EXCEED ITS OWN EXPECTATIONS FOR SUCCESS.”
By adding this piece to your conclusion, you will be able to add some flare and excitement to your cover letter. The reader will become intrigued by your enthusiasm to “hit the ground running.” Employers look for candidates who are prepared for the position and are easy to train. Therefore, this phrase will definitely raise some curiosity, and the reader will want to discover what you have to offer for their company.
4. “I WOULD APPRECIATE THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET WITH YOU TO DISCUSS HOW MY QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE BENEFICIAL TO YOUR ORGANIZATION’S SUCCESS.”
Remember, you want to make it clear in your cover letter how the employer will benefit from your experience and qualifications. You want to also express how your goal is to help the organization succeed, not how the position will contribute to your personal success.
5. “I WILL CALL YOU NEXT TUESDAY TO FOLLOW UP ON MY APPLICATION AND ARRANGE FOR AN INTERVIEW.”
The most essential part of your closing is your “call to action” statement. Remember, the purpose of your cover letter is to land an interview. Don’t end your cover letter saying you’ll hope to get in touch. Explain to the reader the exact day and how you will be contacting them. When you state you will be following up with the employer, make sure you do it!
Remember, the closing of your cover letter is the most important element that will help you land your next interview. By crafting a strong, confident, and enthusiastic closing paragraph, you will leave the reader feeling like you could be the best candidate for the position.
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“We’re seeing a spike in demand for highly-skilled workers in 2019,” said Glassdoor Economic Research Analyst Amanda Stansell.
From security engineers to brand managers and recruiters, the impact of tech in all industries and jobs is undeniable. Stansell adds, “There’s no question that emerging technologies designed to grow and scale business, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and automation are having an impact on the types of jobs employers are hiring for across the country.”
Therefore, companies like 3M are trying harder than ever before to attract and hire top talent for feel these in-demand jobs. We caught up with the global science company that never stops inventing to get the insiders’ secrets to applying to and securing some of the best jobs in the U.S.
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Currently, 3M is focusing on being a place where people come to have careers that allow them to innovate, grow and make an impact on people’s lives around the world. Some of the roles they’re eager to fill are:
Mechanical Engineer
Chemical Engineer
Industrial Engineer
Chemist
Statistics and Data Analytic
Sales
Marketing
Supply Chain Analyst
Machine Learning
Insights
So we caught up with 3M’s recruiters to get insights on how you can stand out from the crowd. Here’s what they said.
Applicants should have “domain” experience, including deep learning models, machine learning, computer vision and Artificial Intelligence. They should also have programming experience in Python, R, Matlab, C/C++, or Java.
The Data Science field is an extremely important focus area for many 3M initiatives. The overall goal is to leverage data analytics and systems to drive new growth opportunities for 3M’s various businesses.
The various disciplines in Data Science provide opportunities for 3M to really live their vision of “Technology advancing every company, products enhancing every home, and innovation improving every life:”
Machine learning is an integral part of 3M’s advancement in predictive analytics, computer vision, information extraction, and 3D digitization/modeling.
Data analytics enables 3M to leverage statistical and computer science techniques to extract information from 3M’s extensive big data pools and transform it into actionable results.
Computer vision allows 3M to develop and implement CV algorithms and software applications that leverage special characteristics of 3M materials to generate new system-based solutions and business opportunities.
3D analysis techniques help with data-driven design of new products.
Recruiter’s advice:
“For a data science resume, one important key to standing out is to articulately explain specific projects you were a part of. In these explanations, we want to see the goal of a project, the techniques used, the outcome that was derived, and ultimately the business/real world problems that can be solved with the technique.
When possible, it is important to explain how your approach to a problem differed from existing or previously identified solutions. It is also important to outline technical competencies (i.e. programming languages, software applications, etc.) and to explain how and why you utilized specific technologies.”
As part of 3M’s Industrial and Safety Markets Center, this role offers aspiring 3M sales professionals the opportunity to represent a variety of highly-differentiated 3M solutions into industrial/manufacturing businesses.
Additionally, we are ideally looking for individuals with three or more years of sales experience, an ability to work in a sales team environment and previous experience with Salesforce.com or other customer-relationship management tools.
If you are interested in joining a leader in the industrial space, participating in a year-long training program to create “territory readiness,” gaining endless potential career opportunities AND are willing to relocate to any territory in the US…this is a great opportunity for you!
Recruiters’ advice:
“When applying, ensure your contact information is complete (email, phone number) and that your resume highlights any specific skills called out in the description, to include relevant industrial sales experience.”
For this area, we have entry-level opportunities as well as senior, more experienced roles available. These roles are located in St. Paul, Minnesota, for the most part, but positions are also available in manufacturing locations across the United States, with some opening globally in the future. You will travel up to 30% both domestically and internationally in these roles.
For this role, we look for candidates who have experience working with machine control system design, and commissioning in a private, public, government or military environment. We prefer that you have a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology. Experience with Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens control systems and hardware is also preferred.
Recruiter’s advice:
“Make sure you resume is reflective of all your experiences, including education and additional training courses you might have been exposed to.”
No matter what job you apply to, research the company, role and read reviews on Glassdoor. Need more help? Check out Glassdoor’s How to Get a Job: A Job Seeker’s Toolkit, complete with the guides, worksheets and checklists you need to start your job search, craft a stellar resume, prepare for interviews and more.
You can also watch a free recording of Glassdoor’s How to Get a Job Live Stream to hear straight from the career and HR experts at Glassdoor, Facebook, Salesforce and Kaiser Permanente to learn how to stand out from the competition.
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There’s an easy way you can improve your career and reach your job goals each day—in the time it takes you to commute to work. It’s listening to podcasts! Whether you want to snag a promotion, switch careers, or take a side hustle full time, there’s a podcast out there to help.
Here is a list of our 10 favorites—download them now and chase your dream job!
After an injury prevented Lewis Howes from continuing to play professional football, he became a New York Timesbestselling author and lifestyle entrepreneur—with a podcast aimed at sharing “inspiring stories from the most brilliant business minds, world-class athletes and influential celebrities on the planet to help you find out what makes great people great,” according to his website. With topics such as “How to Be Your Best Self” and “Defy Regret and Break Your Limits,” you’re sure to leave this podcast feeling motivated.
Ready for a change in your career—a new job, or even a new career path? If so, the Pivot podcast is for you. On the podcast, host Jenny Blake, the author of Pivot: The Only Move That Matters Is Your Next One and former Google career coach, inspires you to find “opportunity in unexpected places through practical tips and tools,” according to the podcast’s site.
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The Accidental Creative tackles topics and asks questions we can all relate to: Is it always wrong to copy? What are the common factors of change-makers? Why do we put pressure on ourselves to always be successful? No matter where you are in your career, you will find something on Accidental Creative, hosted by Todd Henry, that will speak directly to you.
We all run into sticky situations at the office. How do we navigate them? Safe for Work has the answer. Hosts Liz Dolan and Rico Gagliano “give advice on everything from how to avoid burnout on the job to how to fake an illness when you’re calling in sick,” according to the podcast description. (Note: We aren’t endorsing faking an illness to get out of work!)
Side Hustle School is “a daily show for everyone who works a regular job and wants to start an income-earning project on the side,” according to the podcast description. For each episode, host Chris Guillebeau, the New York Times bestselling author of The $100 Startup, interviews a new entrepreneur whose side hustle has taken off to get their tips for success.
Whether you’re a boss or would simply like to lead your team to success, Lead to Win can help you do that. The podcast provides “actionable insights to help you win at work, succeed at life, and lead with confidence,” according to the podcast description. Recent episodes include “Generosity Pays,” “How to Deliver on Deadline,” “Self-Care as a Leadership Discipline,” and “How to Create New Products.”
Calling all freelancers and entrepreneurs! When you work for yourself, a whole unique host of questions and problems can present themselves. But Being Boss can help. With episodes such as “Self-Limiting Beliefs and Goal Setting” and “Build a Community for Your Business,” the podcast and its hosts Emily Thompson and Kathleen Shannon “dig into the mindset, habits, routines, and boundaries that help you make money doing what you love,” the podcast site says.
“Angie Lee is your hilarious and wicked smart business bestie you’ve always wanted,” this podcast promises. Lee went from being in debt to running a seven-figure business—so if you want tips for making your business successful financially, you’ll really want to tune in.
Manager Tools podcast will help you become a better boss by tackling topics such as how to make a good hire, how to prepare for performance reviews, and even office politics. As the podcast siteputs it, “There’s a Manager Tools podcast for dealing with every situation you find yourself in. Whether it’s a big deal (like succession planning) or an easy fix (agendas in meetings), we’ll tell you exactly how to proceed, in detail. From hiring to managing your admin and from performance reviews to body odor, there’s a cast for that.”
Downloaded more than 2,500 times per day, it’s safe to say CareerCloud is a popular career podcast. With guests that range from resume writers, to career coaches and recruiters, and covering topics from resumes to interviewing, job resources, and leveraging social media in your job hunt, there truly is something for every employee and entrepreneur in this podcast.
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Getting a new job is one of the most common New Year’s resolutions, with as many as 14 percent of people saying they’d like to change employers when they change their calendars.
Sound like you? If you’re ready for 2019 to be the year you finally find the right job, keep reading! We’ve curated 14 of the best job search tips from the past year to help you start your New Year’s job hunt off on the right foot, featuring advice from CEOs, celebrities and job coaches who know exactly what it takes to succeed.
1. Don’t wait until you have all of the qualifications to apply
“If you have all the qualifications you may actually be overqualified! Go ahead and apply if you have the core requirements.” —Jenn Lofgren, Incito Executive & Leadership Development
2. Explore your network — or make new connections — to get an internal referral
“Companies always give preferential treatment to employee referrals. If you don’t know someone there, then volunteering at a company’s local charity event can also be a great way to meet people.” —Carolyn Thompson, executive recruiter and managing principal atMerito Group
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“Make your online network reflect your offline connections. Once you set up your profile, start connecting with everybody you know: current and former colleagues, past employers, people in your industry, neighbors, family, friends, former classmates. —Donna Serdula, LinkedIn expert and author
4. Pursue a job that means something to you
“Do the work that comes from the soul of you… The key to fulfillment, success and contentment in life is aligning your personality with what your soul came to do.” —Oprah Winfrey, Oprah Winfrey Network
5. Tout your soft skills
“Instead of calling them soft skills, I would actually call them essential skills… Some of the most crucial of these skills include communication, teamwork, leadership, relationship-building, balance, reliability and dependability.” —Greg Muccio, Director of People at Southwest
6. Prepare, prepare, prepare — and then prepare some more
“The best way to calm the nerves is by adequately preparing for your interview. Control the controllables. Do your research, hone your stories and schedule a practice interview.” —Sarah Johnston, The Briefcase Coach
“There is no replacement for 100% authenticity in interactions with people, and the same is true of interviews, as they are simply an interaction with someone you don’t know [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”][yet]… Remember that this is about assessing fit for you too, and the only way to truly assess fit for yourself is to be fearlessly and authentically you.” —Amanda Gulino, Founder of A Better Monday
8. When it comes to salary, don’t ask for what you’d be willing to take — ask for what you’re worth
“Decide what you think you’re worth and then ask for what you think you’re worth. Nobody’s just going to give it to you.” —Shonda Rhimes, Award-winning producer and scriptwriter
9. Step into an interview with as much self-awareness as possible
“Know what you’re good at, and know what you’re not good at. Don’t pretend you’re something that you’re not. Always ask for help. The smartest people ask questions; the people who are the most ignorant think they know it all.” —Jessica Alba, actress and Co-Founder of The Honest Company
10. If you work with a recruiter, look beyond the one job listing
“[Our] intent is always to form lasting personal relationships, whether that be to help you find a permanent job or if you want to deploy from assignment to assignment. [Most good firms are searching for] people who want to have a mutually beneficial relationship to help them achieve their career goals while solving problems for our clients.” —Ryan Lynch, Client Relationship Executive atKforce
“Don’t be afraid of the word no. It doesn’t mean it’s a bad result. It just means try again. You can’t be afraid to ask, because if you don’t, no one else is… If you just go out there and not be afraid of the negative result, you’ll be surprised. You may get a positive result.” —Serena Williams, Professional tennis player
12. And don’t let fear derail it, either
“Stop being so afraid! That’s really what strikes me when I look back — the sheer amount of time I spent tangled up in fears and doubts that were entirely of my own creation… Instead, what matters are the true friends you make, the activities you throw yourself into, the books you read, the skills and knowledge you acquire. Those experiences — the ones that make you stronger, smarter and braver — are what really matter.” —Michelle Obama, author, activist & former First Lady
13. Don’t just read blogs — find a mentor
“Find mentors in the people around you who you respect… There are mentors in the workspace all around you — peers, the seasoned professional, your supervisor, the supervisor one desk over… [The best] person to be your mentor in the organization is someone who sees you every day, someone who knows you at your best and someone who can give you opportunities to improve.” —Mary Barra, CEO ofGeneral Motors
14. Keep learning – your resume is never done
“Learning is the true currency in today’s economy… Employees need to constantly refresh their skills to stay relevant.” —Michael Fraccaro, Mastercard’sChief Human Resources Officer
If you’re going to finally find the right job for you in 2019, you’ll need to lead your job search with the best advice you can find. Use these pro tips to make sure your 2019 job search is as effective as possible!
When on the hunt for a job, it’s not uncommon to be applying for multiple opportunities at once. This is especially true for those of us just starting out in our careers. But multiple applications mean different resume versions, various cover letters and many, many different deadlines to keep track of. With so many moving parts at once, it’s easy to become disorganized.
But a disorderly job search process can lead to embarrassing mistakes such as lost phone numbers, confused deadlines, and missed interviews. To help you avoid these downfalls, we’ve put together a few tips to help you keep your job search organized.
Step 1: Start With Your Career Goals
It’s easy to want to just jump right in and begin filling out job applications. But before you do, it’s best to take a step back and take a look at the bigger picture. Your career journey should start with a look at the direction in which you’re headed.
Though it may seem trivial to set aside time to organize your thoughts to clearly think through the career path you’d like to pursue, this is one of the most important steps to take. How are you supposed to start going anywhere if you don’t know where you want to go?
Reflect on what you’d like to do and why you feel that’s the right path for you. You might feel a little lost and be unsure about where you’re going, but at this stage in your life, that’s ok. Start by thinking about your long-term goals as those don’t need to be overly specific. Where do you want to be 10 years from now?
Then work backward from there down to five years, one year, and six months from now. Be sure to think through your personal goals in addition to your career and finances. Take your family, education, and anything else you value into consideration.
After you’ve spent some time finding your direction and clearly thinking through your goals, it’s time to start building out a schedule. After all, in order to achieve the goals you now have in mind, you’ll need to set aside time to go after them.
The first step in this stage is to identify time you can set aside that’s dedicated to job searching. Find blocks of time within your schedule between classes, work, and any other responsibilities. Job searching is a time-consuming process and requires regular attention. So aim to set aside at least two hours every day to fully focus on it.
Next, start building a schedule to complete certain tasks you know you need to get done. For instance, devote one hour to cleaning up your professional online profiles like LinkedIn. Devote another hour or two to preparing your resume. You should be able to fill up at least the first few days of your schedule, if not your first week, with tasks to complete.
Perhaps even more important than actually setting up this schedule is sticking to it. Let’s be honest here — activities like resume building and email sending are less than thrilling tasks. It can be easy to let these fall by the wayside and choose something a little more exciting to occupy your time. However, this will only put you behind and lead you down a path of disorganized job searching. Make sure you leave the time you set aside for job hunting devoid of any other activities.
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Looking for a job is more often than not a high-pressure situation, so you might be tempted to begin aimlessly applying for any open position you find. But even though applying for more jobs can make it feel like you’re increasing your chances, this is actually just a waste of your time — not to mention an easy way to become disorganized.
Remember that time you dedicated at the beginning of this process to think through your short-term and long-term goals? Here’s where that comes in handy. Start off by narrowing your search to only the jobs that align with those goals. Look out for the opportunities that will help you get to where you want to be.
Next, narrow your search down to only the openings that match the level of skill you have. Now, this doesn’t necessarily mean that your qualifications need to match up with those listed on the job description exactly. In fact, this will likely never be the case. Job descriptions should be more of a directional tool for whether or not you’re a potential fit for a role, so look for those where you match around 80 percent of the qualifications listed.
Here’s where things can get especially messy. Applying for multiple positions at once leaves you with a lot of different things to manage. It’s very important to make sure you’re keeping track of all of the different details as you go along.
One of the best ways to do this is to create a spreadsheet. This is an easy and effective way to help you keep track. Don’t worry about making anything too fancy. Just be sure to include basic information such as:
Company Name
Contact Details: include the name, email, and phone number of your contact at the company. In most cases, this will be a hiring manager.
Date Applied
Deadlines and Interviews: deadlines for upcoming information the company asks for and scheduled interviews
Date Followed Up: date you followed up after an application submission or interview
Status of Application: whether you’ve been rejected, are waiting to hear back, or have an interview scheduled
Not a fan of Excel? No problem. We created an easy job application tracker that can help. Download it here!
JibberJobber is an online job search organization tool that helps you keep track of what you’re working on. If you prefer working off of your phone or tablet, then there are tons of great apps available. Keep in mind, though, that setting up a system for tracking alone is not enough. You need to be diligent in updating your system each time you take a new action or receive an update from a potential employer.
There are so many different things to keep track of when job searching, that you can easily become overwhelmed and confused. But by following these few simple tips, you’ll be ready for a more organized and effective job hunt.
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For every job seeker looking for their dream job, there is also a company hoping to find its dream employee. In order to find the perfect match, companies are learning to get more creative during the hiring process to streamline the search for the perfect candidate.
But with so many applicants applying to a position, how does a company really zero in on the standout applicants? Recruiters and hiring managers are screening candidates both ahead of time and during in-person interviews looking for red flags and the right fit — and sometimes you may not even be aware of how they are screening you.
Here are a few new and unique ways that companies are testing applicants. In short, be prepared for anything!
1. Conduct a skill-based test
Companies are often looking for specific traits in potential candidates, such as being detail-oriented. Matthew Ross, co-owner and COO of RIZKNOWS and The Slumber Yard, says he presents potential video editors with a unique assessment test before hiring. During the interview, he will give the candidate raw footage and a set of pre-made graphics and ask them to create a short, one-minute video.
“We evaluate the flow and quality of the video but what most potential candidates don’t realize is that the pre-made graphics we give them are incorrect (i.e. we purposely misspell a word, use the wrong color scheme, etc.,). Basically, we want to see if they’ll actually see the mistake and fix it,” says Ross. “This gives us good insight into their attention to detail, which is a key trait we want in our video editors.”
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Since we live in a digital, social-media heavy age, it’s not uncommon for companies to ask applicants for their Instagram or Twitter handles, as well as a link to their Facebook profile. Recruiters and hiring managers will look at your social channels to better understand your personality and to catch any red flags (i.e., foul language, risqué photos, etc.,) and anything that might not align with the company’s culture and values.
Moreover, don’t be surprised if an interviewer wants to look at your profiles with you during the interview! When you’re applying to a job, it’s always better to be safe than sorry with your social media sites: so clean up your online act because your future employer may be watching!
3. Invite you to spend a day in the role
Believe it or not, you might get to test out the job before you get hired. A “day in the life” visit also gives the company a chance to see how you’d perform, both in the role and with your potential co-workers.
Matt Dodgson, Director of Market Recruitment, says he has worked with clients who will first email a short screening test to a candidate and, if they pass, they will be invited to spend a “mini-workday” in the proposed position.
“This usually entails being given a project that can be accomplished within four hours (the candidate is given some prep materials beforehand), and then lunch with the team afterward,” explains Dodgson. “We then conduct an in-depth interview with the candidate the next week to evaluate their performance and ask focused follow-up questions. We’ve found that this puts candidates on the hot seat, but it gives us and clients better insight as to how the candidate would fit within the position and the team.”
Since texting is the dominant form of communication for Americans under the age of 50, it’s becoming increasingly more common for interviews to take place or be schedule directly through texting.
In fact, tech company Canvas is dedicated to helping employers conduct text-based interviews. If a recruiter asks you to interview via text, don’t be shy – this may be an easy way for you to shine since, after all, you are probably used to texting! And from the employer and recruiting prospective, a text interview saves time and helps weed out anyone who can’t communicate effectively. So if you find yourself in a text interview, make sure you spell-check your text and respond in a timely manner!
5. Ask you to take personality tests
With fit in mind, some companies use personality tests like Myers-Briggs to determine if a candidate will be a good cultural fit.
“During the hiring process at finder.com, we’re focused on finding the right person for the role, not just a person who excels at the required competencies,” says Jon Brodsky, Country Manager at Finder.com. “Our personality tests provide insight into whether someone might be a good fit culturally. It’s crucial that we find the right person for the company and role, because the right fit will flourish and grow while someone who may be considered ‘the best’ will be frustrated and only deliver standard work.”
During the application process, an assessment might begin with video recordings of yourself answering the questions. While this usually occurs online in the application portal, it’s possible a recruiter will film your in-person interview to playback later or share with those in the interview loop who could not attend.
The more common scenario is that, during the online application, you will be asked to answer a question while being recorded. The catch here is that you usually have to record the video in their online system, meaning you may not be able to edit or reshoot the video. The aim of this exercise is to get a genuine response and answer out of you, as well as to test how well you think on your feet and to get a sense of your personality. Also, for some industries like healthcare, this is an efficient way for recruiters to evaluate a large number of applicants.
By using Montage Interview Software, nursing candidates at SSM Health are able to express interest in a job, discuss their skills and background, plus showcase their personalities in a way that phone interviews didn’t allow for. Through on-demand interviewing, candidates can complete video interviews on their own time.
The good news is that most applications like this will give you adequate support to prepare for the video interview.
Similar to a personality test, a company might ask you to take a specific data-driven test in order get specifics on your technical skills. For example, a company hiring for a sales position might ask prospects to take a 90-minute online test that will measure sales leadership competencies and client fit. It’s essentially a quiz to test your knowledge and ability and to determine if you will be the right fit for a specific client.
“I am a recruiter and recently worked with a client that used a sales assessment as the initial filter for screening candidates,” says Candie Fisher, Founder of Candie Fisher Consulting and Partner and VP of Client Engagement at Notogroup Executive Search. “It made my job a little more difficult, as it knocked out some people that had strong industry experience, but it allowed the client to have confidence that every candidate moving forward had met a data-based hurdle.”
GlassDoor.com | December 10, 2018 | Posted by Isabel Thottam
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One of the most common frustrations job seekers have is sending out tons of applications, only to hear nothing back in return. And as a result, many of them view the job search as near-impossible. But the truth is, finding a great job isn’t as hard as most people think it is — or at least, it doesn’t have to be.
That’s the central theme behind Heather Hund’s new book, Art of the Job Search. Hund believes that finding a job isn’t so much about what you do — it’s about how you do it. And as long as you pay attention to the details, you can find a job you love in record time.
We reached out to Hund to learn more about her best job search tips, why finding a job you love is an investment in your career and how job seekers have more power than they might think — here’s what she had to say.
Glassdoor: What inspired you to write this book?
Heather Hund: I left my job and didn’t have another one, and realized that I really wanted to find a job that I loved, but also that I had no idea how to do it. So, my first step in the job search was actually interviewing people about how they found a job that they loved. Then, I used that information at each step of the process, and ended up getting several offers and, even more importantly, finding a job that I really loved, and it changed my life. And I thought that was information that needed to be out into the world.
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Glassdoor: You make it clear off the bat that there’s a big difference between the act of the job search, and the art of the job search. How would you describe the differences between the two?
Heather Hund: When I began looking for a new job after I left my old one, I dropped my resume online for all sorts of things — some looked interesting, and some didn’t. And after a few weeks of that, I realized that wasn’t actually moving me in the right direction. So I then took a giant step back and took a self-assessment, similar to the one included in the book, to figure out “What do I actually want to do? What are my strengths? How do I want to apply those?” Then I applied that same bit of strategy throughout the search, from writing my resume to applying to interviewing to negotiating. So I think being strategic is what makes the difference between ending up at a job, and finding a job that you really love.
Glassdoor: Job seekers often view employers as the ones wielding all the power in the job search. Why do you think that is, and what can job seekers do to counter this mindset?
Heather Hund: As humans, we’re wired to avoid rejection. I think it’s biological, and probably helped keep us alive at some point. But I also think that today, it doesn’t help us much, and it prevents us from going for the things we really want. So it’s about flipping the dialogue — instead of thinking, “Do they want me?” Ask yourself, “Do you actually want to work there?” Do you like the culture, do you feel good about the role, do you like the people that are interviewing you? Remember, you’re interviewing them.
While it’s important to answer the person’s questions, when you take control and start asking more questions, it can actually make you a more attractive candidate. It shows that you can problem solve, and that you’re thinking about things from a higher level — from an ownership perspective — which I think is super powerful.
Yes, they have the job that they can offer you, but you have the skills, the ability, the talent to offer them. You’re a giant asset as well. People often undervalue themselves, and don’t realize how valuable they are.
Glassdoor: That’s definitely one thing we’ve heard before — when recruiters ask if you have any questions for them, it’s not just an opportunity for you to determine fit. It’s also an opportunity to prove yourself, and show that you’ve done the research.
Heather Hund: Absolutely. I think the most powerful thing to do in that situation is to ask questions that you would ask if you were already in the role, like “What are the priorities right now, and what will they be in a year?”
Glassdoor: Many job seekers prioritize income and stability over finding a job they love. But you make the case that finding a job you love isn’t a luxury — it’s an investment in your career. Can you talk a little more about that?
Heather Hund: It’s so true — people often see loving your job as an indulgence, like “You shouldn’t love your work, it’s work!” But think about it: When you were doing something that you loved, either at work or as a hobby, were you better at it? I would guess yes. When I was writing this book, I definitely found that research backed this up. People who love their job get more raises, they get promoted more, they have better relationships with their managers, and they’re just happier, which is a huge, huge benefit. I think loving your job really is an investment in your career.
Glassdoor: I loved your commentary on having a growth mindset in which “failures” are rebranded as learning experiences. Why, in your opinion, is this so critical for job seekers to understand?
Heather Hund: The growth mindset is so powerful. If I could recommend one other book, it would be Carol Dweck’s Mindset. Basically, she argues that with a growth mindset, there’s no such thing as failure — everything becomes learning. It enables you to take more risks and to go after the things you really want, even when you’re afraid, and I think this includes finding a job you really love. People don’t really acknowledge how hard job searching is emotionally, and that’s why I decided to devote an entire chapter to talking about how to get into that growth mindset before you start job searching. It’s funny — I know it doesn’t have to do with the tactics of job searching, but I actually think this chapter might be the most important one in the book.
Glassdoor: At one point in the book, you state that “networking is more important than the work itself.” That’s a pretty shocking statement! Can you expand on that?
Heather Hund: Like many other people (and often women in particular), at my first job I thought “If I just put my head down and work super hard, I’ll get noticed.” But what I started noticing was that the people who got the coolest projects and the special opportunities and the fast promotions were often the ones that had relationships with the people who were making the decisions. That was a hard thing to notice, because the truth is I hate networking. Most people kind of balk when they hear ‘networking’. No one wants to network, and I think it has a bad reputation — people just think of awkward conversation.
For me, it took a reframe of what networking is. Really, it’s just talking to people. And what I realized over the course of my career was that I don’t like “networking”, but I love talking to people and getting to know them. Building those relationships is why networking is often more important than the work itself.
To be clear, it is actually important to be good at your job, but it’s also really important to build strong relationships so that you get to know when cool things are happening that you might be excited about, or that you could contribute toward. Networking can lead to not only opportunities, but also long-term mentors and friendships. And it can often last beyond just one job, which is pretty awesome.
Glassdoor: One thing you mention is that you can still be an introvert and network. What are some of the tips that you have for those people who really dread the thought of networking?
Heather Hund: I like to start with small talk for two reasons: one, I think it helps you build the relationship, and two, I think talking about your weekend or your family or your hobbies just takes the pressure off of the conversation. Don’t go into it with an outcome-based mindset — just have a conversation.
I find it quite helpful to write out questions (there are a few that I include in the book), not so much to bring with me, but just to get me thinking, “What are the things that I want to cover in this conversation?”
The biggest hurdle honestly is just doing it. In my first real networking conversation, I was waiting for the elevator after work and my colleague was just standing there, and we struck up a random conversation. After a while I said, “Hey, do you want to grab coffee?” And he said “Sure.” And I remember thinking, “Ah, that’s so easy! You just ask somebody if they want to grab coffee.”
Glassdoor: I found it interesting that you chose to close a book all about the art of the job search with a chapter on what to do after you get the job. Why did you feel that was so important to include, and what are your top tips for new employees?
Heather Hund: One of the things that stuck with me from business school was when a friend told me, “Whenever I start a new job, I make sure to be incredible for the first six months.” I’d never thought about it before, but he was totally right. First impressions are very real, and very lasting.
A lot of people go into a new job thinking, “I need to figure out exactly what my boss wants me to do, and I need to do those things.” But what people don’t realize is that often, their boss doesn’t know what they want. They’re super busy, and they really just need somebody to take something and run with it. So it’s more about how you frame yourself as someone who can be a problem-solver and a real thought partner — that’s what sets apart the amazing people from the good people.
Another huge thing is feedback. Some companies are great about having feedback structures in place, and then some aren’t. If feedback is not a regular thing at your company, take initiative and lead a feedback discussion with your boss. Feedback, when done in the right way, builds much stronger relationships, helps you develop and improve faster and can take you further in your career.
Then the last thing I talk about in the book is promotions. Marissa Mayer once said, “I got every single one of [my promotions] by asking and getting feedback and planning for it.” You need to start thinking about your new career path — you don’t necessarily need to have an answer, but think of where you want to go and what you need to do to get there before you even want to make that transition.
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When you have long-term career goals, job-hunting is more than a matter of making a slightly higher salary or having a slightly shorter commute. It’s about finding the role thatwill help you grow, whether it’s taking on new responsibilities, learning and applying new skills, or entering entirely new fields.
With that in mind, job-hunting is an ongoing and potentially never-ending process. Still, some times of the year are generally better than others to get a new job. We break it down by seasons so you know what to expect while searching for that next key position:
Summer: Keep a Steady Pace
During the summer, hiring slows down, but that doesn’t mean you should. Sure, there won’t be as many opportunities, but there won’t be as much competition either. For career-focused individuals, summer may be that best time to job-hunt.So take some time in June, July, and August to work on your resume, build your network, and keep your stream of job applications from drying up.
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Come fall, most people have finished with vacation and business ramps up again. It’s also the time when many organizations take a good look at their financial performance and buckle down on budget planning for the next year. They’re making all kinds of decisions that lead to job openings – not only to replace workers who resign or retire, but to fill positions that haven’t existed before, that require specialized skills. The fall — September, October, November — is a prime job-hunting season, so make the most of it.
Winter: Slow Down If You Need To
Job-hunting in the winter is a mixed bag. If you’re job-hunting, there’s no perfect time (or reason) to stop looking, but if you’re going to take a break, this is probably the best time to do it. The surge of hiring activity in the fall drops off significantly during the holiday season, roughly December through the mid-January. On the other hand, the New Year is a time when lots of people resolve to find a new job. By the time February rolls around, workers are shuffling to new jobs, creating openings that organizations need to fill. Make sure you’re ready when that happens.
Comparable to the fall, spring coincides with organizations’ needs for new employees. Through March, April and May, companies are filling positions left open by workers who made good on their New Year’s resolution to take new jobs. They’re also trying to get positions filled before summer vacations start happening and hiring naturally slows down. If you took a break from job-hunting during the winter, now is the time to devote your restored energy to finding your next great opportunity.
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GlassDoor.com | August 27, 2018 | Posted byRevature Team
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