With all the buzz around the latest job-search technology it’s easy to overlook some sound, timeless job search tips. It doesn’t matter if it’s writing a cover letter that can get past an applicant tracking system or getting to know the people behind the companies you want to work for, these simple but effective strategies can make the difference in landing that new role.
Start by defining what you are looking for in your career as well as the kind of environment you’d like to become a part of. To limit your search, align your priorities with the positions you’re looking for. Once you’ve narrowed the search to specific jobs, research every company. Use tools such as Crunchbase to obtain a summary of the size of the company, funding history, details about the leadership team, investments, mergers and other. This can help you understand the an overview of the market landscape and can help you ask meaningful questions in an interview.
Create a network to assist you in obtaining your ideal job. This includes current and former managers, coworkers, customers and coworkers as well as your friends and acquaintances. When interacting with people in your network be specific about why you’re reaching out to them and how they can help you.
Set goals and plan your networking, applications, and follow-ups. This way, you’ll have a clear idea of what you have to do each week. Don’t be afraid try new things or adjust your plan if it’s not working.
