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Next job search checklist
New job search is a time consuming and psychologically taxing. It becomes more difficult when someone is out of job or the industry is down.
Spending dedicated time for job search and staying positive is important. Below actions which should help you to stay focused.
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A. Leverage the network
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• Inform selectively within your network (Ex company colleagues, recruiter, family and friends..) that you are looking for a job
• Learn the trends from those who recently got new jobs
• Align the network for references
• Ask help from your network
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B. Update your profile
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• Write your resume with latest achievements (Be truthful)
• Create a cover letter
• Update your online profile
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C. Schedule time for active search
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• Spend time to search the right job on daily basis
• Scan the market. Find the sector where opportunities exist. How do they fit into your overall goal.
• Identify the companies which you want to join. Visit their website and apply
• Tailor your resume and cover letter to each job with right key words
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D. Prepare & Practice hard questions
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• Prepare for the commonly asked job interview questions
• Learn to answer with your real life job examples (situation, action, results and learning)
• Research about the company and salary trends
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E. Show up for the interview
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• Dress well. Be cheerful and confident
• Give a firm handshake.
• Answer genuinely and be authentic
• Be ready to ask questions before the interview ends
• Send a Thank you note and follow up
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F. Stay Positive
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• Be prepared to hear "No"
• Gather feedback and improve performance for the next interview till you secure a good offer
• Stay strong and positive (Stay away from job scams/frauds)
• Learn a new skill
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Job search requires full time commitment. Stay strong and best wishes for your job search.
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