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Hey everyone! 👋 Where do real adults look for jobs these days? I’ve always landed jobs through connections, but now that I need to relocate, I’m feeling a little lost. Do any of you use Indeed or ask around for job leads?
Here are a few suggestions that might help:
– Utilize LinkedIn to connect with professionals in your desired industry
– Attend networking events or job fairs to meet potential employers face-to-face
– Join industry-specific online forums or groups to stay up-to-date on job openings
Have you tried any of these methods? Or do you have any other tips to share? Let’s help each other out! 🌟 #JobSearchTips #CareerDevelopment
LinkedIn, Indeed, Glassdoor… even paid for Flexjobs at one time.
Indeed, LinkedIn, Glassdoor.
Those are probably the top three I use.
I also go on the company website and look around on their career page.
Not every job requires a referral, but it does make things easier. I’ve landed a large number of interviews without referrals.
LinkedIn, indeed, Glassdoor, ziprecruiter
Linkedin and network.
Friends and contacts.
Printout your resume and go take it to multiple places, agencies but make sure you make all your experience known so you’re not shoved with the people loading and unloading
I find companies I want to work for and then convince them to hire me. Yeah, I’m in sales. Big ticket enterprise software kind of sales.
I never got a job through an ad. ymmv
The Adult Store. Right next to the mayonnaise.
Peers you trust. Ask the friends if they know their peers who may help. You may try to float your CV through aaps, but it’s going to be a tough route unless you have a magical gripping voice that can impress recruitment agents who call you. It’s weird but it works in most cases.
All of the above + staffing agencies
LinkedIn in is my go-to. You can have a relaxed informal approach on there to begin with in a lot of cases.
I got my current and previous role through LinkedIn. Find what you want to do, follow companies that do it, check out their current vacancies, and apply. If you have any concerns, you can drop the hiring person a message.
The next thing is recruitment agencies. Although it can be a pain in ass dealing with recruiters, it’s the modern way now. Companies just tell a recruitment company what they’re looking for, and they find it. Have a look at any specialist recruiters that deal with the industry you’re looking to get into.
indeed is the best
Just straight up Google. They have a whole jobs tab that pulls from all the major websites and companies specific websites. Lots of postings are outdated or junk, but mostly legit.
Alternately, if you know where you want to move, that makes it pretty easy. Look at all the companies in the area that you would want to work for and see if they have open positions on their websites.
In my last decade of working I have only been able to get a job by a handshake
In other words: Networking is everything these days
I mean most people would say networking and it looks like you are doing just that
USAJobs.gov
As you have experienced, networking is far more effective than applying blindly online. Build your connections on LinkedIn, scan jobs and set alerts there, but continue to ask around. Depending on your field, find a niche job board (there are many).
Yes but you also get a lot of Ponzi schemes or sales jobs on commission and you don’t want that it’s a bad market. Use Microsoft ai or chat gpt. It’ll save you time. Ask it with this prompt filling in your exact ideal place to work. I’m in socal and this place is dry in regards to work because it’s in the desert 2hrs from LA. and I got a remote job in data analytics. A little filtering but super helpful. Feel free if you need more tips. Job Search Strategy:
You are an expert job search consultant. I am facing [describe problem in detail with context]. I am starting my job search in the [Specific Industry or Role] sector. Can you suggest a comprehensive job search strategy, including recommended platforms, networking tips, and advice for standing out in this field?
Fish where the fish are, not where the fisherman are. What this means, is find companies you want to work for and go directly to them. If you wait for a company to post a job ad, then you are competing against everyone else and their dog.
LinkedIn is the best platform for job searching. Here’s how to maximize its potential:
1. Filter Jobs: Start by filtering the job listings to find positions you are qualified for and interested in.
2. Identify the Poster: Check whether the job was posted by the direct supervisor or the HR department. If it’s the supervisor, send them a quick message expressing your interest and ask a simple question about the job to start a conversation.
3. Research Current Employees: Look up the company and find employees currently in the position you’re applying for. Review their educational background and, more importantly, their listed job duties and skills. These reflect the actual requirements of the position, which may differ from the generic job posting. If you’re confident, reach out to these employees and express interest in learning more about their day-to-day responsibilities. This information will help you tailor your resume more effectively than merely highlighting keywords from the job description.
4. Write a Strong Cover Letter: Craft a clear and concise cover letter that explains how your education and experience meet the job requirements. Highlight relevant soft skills as well.
5. Keep Your Resume Simple: Avoid using a fancy resume format. Stick to a simple, clean layout and ensure all information is accurate.
PS: These techniques might not work for everyone, but they helped me land my last three jobs, and I now make $120k. While some tips may seem clichéd, they work 8 out of 10 times.
I’m a Fake Adult TM… But on top of other suggestions i use handshake as an alumni as well as looking at state/local job websites for gov jobs