Normally [when applying for a job], Try to find someone within your organization to help you write a better cover letter. But sometimes I got burned doing so because I took too long to talk to someone and lost my job.What do you suggest? – Event Director
Should I respond to job postings right away or find someone to refer me to?
Kudos to this job seeker for recognizing two important factors in a job search: speed and customization. Unfortunately, these elements contradict each other. Customizing your cover letter, resume, and other job search materials takes time. However, if you respond immediately when a job is posted, your application will be added to the queue early, i.e. before it is finished permanently. The safest course of action is to do both, since you don’t know how long your post will remain promoted or how long customization will take if you’re waiting for a response from the source.
Find insiders who can respond and help online
Not all applications require a cover letter, but please accept one if you can. A cover letter is different from a resume and is an additional way to sell yourself for the job.can write Create a cover letter in 7 easy steps, you can research and customize your company’s website if you don’t have any other inside information. Once your application is submitted, you can focus on finding someone to accelerate your job search within your company.
These company insiders can provide information that helps you identify and contact decision makers directly. Or, if your internal contacts know the recruiting team, they might be able to introduce you. Once you move into the interview process, your insider will help you customize your message. What companies really need and wantincrease your chances of getting a job.
Set limits — doubling your approach does not mean doubling your job search time
Setting limits on online applications won’t necessarily double your job search time, as you’ll be finding real connections both through online applications and networking. For example, set a time limit to review his website for the company. Select the maximum number of current employee’s LinkedIn profiles to view. Decide in advance that you will only check press releases from the past year, news items featured on websites, or the first X item of her mentioned in an internet search. Set up research rules to avoid falling down the rabbit hole in search of more information. Save time to find important live connections, Build a network useful for job hunting.
Don’t forget to pursue jobs that aren’t listed.
Even if you become more efficient at applying to job postings, don’t forget to pursue unposted jobs – the hidden job market. Circle back to the employer who didn’t hire you. They may not be happy with the person they chose to replace you. Restart contact with former managers, colleagues, and direct reports. They already know, like, and trust you from previous collaborations. Don’t forget about personal connections, even if your friends and family aren’t in the same line of work. He can never know 100% who or what other people know. People may have connections or information that can help, just by reminding them of what you’re looking for.
Job hunting is a numbers game.
Even if you’re a great candidate with a great job search, one job offer can turn you down. Potential jobs are withdrawn due to hiring freezes. Jobs that were a perfect fit for you will be reevaluated and no longer fit. A change in management means the hiring manager who loved you will no longer oversee the role. So wherever you can increase your number of jobs, for example by applying online and continuing to network for referrals, you increase your chances.
