6 Things to do While you are Job Hunting

Scouting for a job can be exhausting. You might have your dreams and plans all scribbled out on a note pad but getting there is a long process. One thing that might bother you is the competition.

The top notch companies and organizations are looking for the best among all. Every person out there is preparing to be the best, and you might feel lost.

You might have got your degree from one of the best universities and you might have all it takes to take the companies by storm. But you need to focus on some other aspects while you are out there trying to secure a job.

One should understand that getting an occupation requires proper planning and organizing. From the very moment you decide that you are ready to enter the real world, you need to keep track of everything you are doing.

But don't fret! We have some tips for you, that you can use while you are job hunting:

Brush Up your Resume

You might have already prepared a document containing all your details. But do you think just writing down some of your achievements, skills and basic information will land you a job?
A resume needs to mirror your image. It needs to be convincing and should have a long lasting effect on your employer.

• You can use Google docs, which has many templates that can be used to prepare your resume.
• Add on every important experience - when you volunteered, activities you were part of in school and college, organizing a public event etc.
• Quantify your achievements.
• Do no repeat the same information.
• Use keywords that will strike up in the minds of the employer.

Gain experience

Job hunting can be quite a long process. Some times it might just work in the very start, while sometimes it might feel like forever. During the latter part, if you feel like you are spending to much time on just finding the job, you can use the time to increase your experience.

• Learn a new language - companies are always on the lookout for multilingual employees.
• Take certificate courses, it will add on to your qualification.
• Take up online courses, thus you wouldn't have to travel and keep track on your hunt for a job.
• Go for an internship which is relevant to the field you are looking forward to.

Start a Blog

A blog is basically a record of how much knowledge you have and what you think about the field that you are going for. It also shows the communication skills that you are equipped with. A blog can help the employers understand you better and your chances of employability increases. If you are coder, then post things that you know about coding, if you are dancer then write about the different styles and practices or exercise that will be useful. Similarly, every career will have information that can be put up on a blog. So just blog it out!

Networking

A dress can only be made when you weave the webs of yarn. In simple terms, meeting new people and getting contacts will spread your web of connections. You will know more people and there will be new opportunities available for you. Many of these people might be even ready to collaborate with you on certain projects which you will be able to add on to your resume as experience and achievements.
Networking will help you create a brand for yourself and the people from the field that you want to work in will be aware of your presence.

• You can go for events where you can meet people.
• Being social and humble will increase your chances of spreading your network.
• Social media is another great platform to connect with people.

Get organized

If you are ready to get into the field of work, you need to be organized. You might think that things will just happen and you will handle the situation as it comes. But once you become organized and plan each and every step, things will get easier for you.

• You will have a direction to move forward to.
• You goals will be set.
• Planning will help in predicting risks and avoiding them.
• Organizing will help you in saving time and effort.
• You will find it easier to work once you get the job.

Be Well Informed

It is necessary to have the knowledge and understanding of the field you are stepping in to. You need to do your homework as you apply for the job. This will be useful especially during your interview as well as while you are working in an oragnization. Though there might be things that you have to learn as you start working. There are certain information that you can carry with you as you walk in for your next opportunity.

• Know the company you are applying in - check their website and their reviews.
• Read books and magazines about your desired area of work.
• Keep track of the current affairs.
• Never stop being open to new information.

So are you ready to take the big step?

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