What do you do when you don’t have 6-9 months to take your time to look for a new job? I hope that you never find yourself in a position where you need to find employment quickly, but if you do, the steps below will help with your search. Also, remember the timeframe it will take you to find a job may not be the same as someone else, as no two journeys are the same.
First things first, let’s get your resume updated. As you’re updating your resume, consider what type of job you’re looking to get and the relevant skills and or accomplishments you should highlight. Not sure what you should include on your resume? Click here to get a Free Resume Checklist. Remember, your resume should not read like a job description.
Next, let’s inform your network. If you don’t want your current employer to know, be mindful of who you share this with at work. This is your daily reminder that everyone doesn’t need to know your business. Connecting with your network will help with putting fillers out to see who may be hiring. The only thing to remember is that if you get referred to an opportunity from your network, that’s doesn’t mean you don’t need to do your homework or research on the company.
Now, let’s get connected! With reaching out to your network, it’s time to start to make new connections.
Are you on LinkedIn? If not, now is an excellent time to consider joining and building a network of professionals. Also, joining groups that are related to your area of interest. Staying connected with daily responsibilities can be a challenge, so set a goal and a time each week to reach out to have a meaningful conversation with someone in your network.
Lastly, in addition to connecting with your network and doing your search, reach out, and connect with a staffing agency. Connecting with a staffing agency is just an additional resource that will help you with your job search by putting you in front of organizations to help get your foot in the door.
Now let’s get ready to get the job!
Tiffany
