Recruitment Guide 11/2020 Jacksonville Journal-Courier

RECRUITMENT GUIDE November 2020

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Boost Your Chances of Getting A New Job The recruiting strategist ERE Recruiting Intelligence estimates that 250 résumés are submitted for each corporate job opening, and the first submission occurs within 200

seconds after a position is posted. In such an environment, procrastination can be costly.

There also is stiff competition for those who think they’ll simply keep

a résumé posted online and wait for the jobs to roll in. BeHiring says the popular job-hunting site Monster. com receives 427,000 résumé postings each and every week. Getting a better idea of how the hiring process works today can improve professionals’ chances of getting a new job or even switching careers.

Understand there is a “hiring funnel”

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Recruiters use a specific model for every job posting. Informally dubbed the “hiring funnel,” this is a reference to the number of total applications they need to generate in order to get a single hire. On average of the 1,000 who see an online job posting, 200 will begin the application process, 100 will actually follow through and only 25 résumés will be screened out, according to Talent Function Group, LLC. Among that final 25, between four and six will ultimately be invited for an interview.

Be creative with a résumé Hundreds of people are vying for the same job, and human resources personnel who review applicants may spend 10 seconds reading over each résumé. As a result, it is essential to make a résumé stand out.

Areas most perused on a résumé include job titles, companies worked for, start/end dates, and education.

Make sure these key areas are visible and impressive.

Also, many résumés are scanned electronically, meaning if you do not format a résumé the correct way or use the applicable software mentioned (often PDF formatting is

rejected), the résumé may never get flagged and seen.

Network responsibly Always connect with people you think can bring career benefits in some way rather than blindly networking. Keep your social media image professional as well, as you never know where a good lead or networking opportunity may come from.

Dress the part If you’re one of the lucky ones who earns an interview, keep the good momentum going by dressing in a manner that is appropriate for the role in which you are interviewing.

Tidy hair, clean fingernails, minimal jewelry, classic attire, and a pleasant attitude can make a difference.

Do your research Always conduct background research on the company you’re interviewing with and the industry it’s a part of. This way you’ll be better apt to answer any questions that come your way. Don’t be afraid to also prepare questions that you can ask the interviewer to show your interest.

Consider temp jobs Rejections will certainly happen as you go along, but do not sit idly licking your wounds. A temporary position is better than being unemployed and can get your foot in the door. Work with a recruiter who may be able to place you in temp jobs, especially positions with an employer you have your eye on.

These tips and more can improve applicants’chances of getting a job.

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Update Your Résumé For Job Hunting During COVID-19 The economy has struggled during the COVID-19 pandemic, and many people are concerned by what the future may bring, particularly regarding their careers. Some fields may continue to scale back while others may increase operations. There is much uncertainty for those looking for new work or considering changing jobs.

Even though the coronavirus may slow down the process of hiring and make it even more competitive, job seekers must avoid the notion that they should throw in the towel and try to wait out the lull. Many people have found new jobs during the pandemic, and these strategies can help men and women do just that.

but that’s not the case. The Balance: Careers says a résumé should be updated and tweaked each time a person applies for a position. Keep a generalized outline for your résumé, but be sure to modify your skills and accomplishments as they pertain to the specific job for which you’re applying.

In many instances, a functional résumé format, which emphasizes skills over linear job experience, is a good choice because it can gloss over gaps in the résumé or frequent job changes.

Remember to fill the résumé with the same verbiage used in the job posting.

If scanning software is used to cull résumés for key words, yours will have the right words and phrases.

Update your résumé

Update social media

Many people may think that résumé writing is a “one and done” process,

If you use a social media application like LinkedIn, Plaxo or Jobster to

network, be sure to keep your profile current. It also may be helpful to join industry networking groups and organizations at this time, as they may have an ongoing aggregator of job openings in particular fields.

Research the industry While travel, hospitality and event planning have been hit hard due to COVID-19, other industries like online shopping, delivery, healthcare, grocery stores, cleaning services, and more, have experienced growth.

Many industries also have revamped operations and may need a consultant or expert to help them change over their business formats. Do not assume that the pandemic has stalled all job prospects.

Prepare for remote interviews Even after businesses have reopened, remote interviews will likely be the norm. Set up an interview spot in your home with good lighting, a neutral background, limited distractions, and a desirable camera angle.

Practice being interviewed digitally.

Master various meeting applications by downloading necessary software in advance so that technical difficulties will not derail the process. The interviewer sees only your background, so utilize a paper or whiteboard in front of you with notes or talking points.

A job search may be complicated by the coronavirus, but there are steps to make it easier to find a job. With patience and positivity, the odds can be in job-seekers’ favor.

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How Women Can Handle Reentering The Workforce Dual-income families became the new normal in recent decades.

According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 63 percent of married-couple families had both parents employed in 2018. The same trend emerged in Canada, where the Labour Force Survey from Statistics Canada found that the number of Canadian families with two employed parents nearly doubled between 1976 and 2015.

Couples in dual income households have difficult decisions to make when starting families. Women who want to take time away from their careers to raise children no doubt recognize the long-term effects that such a decision may have on their careers. Researchers behind the “Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research” report released in Octo-

ber 2018 found that women who leave the workforce at age 31 and do no reenter it for five years can expect to earn 20 percent less over their lifetimes than male counterparts who never left the workforce.

That’s a significant loss in earning potential, but one that millions of women accept each year.

Reentering the workforce after a long period of not working is a challenge, but it’s one that women can overcome with the help of a handful of strategies. · Get a head start. Fair or not and intentionally or not, prospective employers may attach a stigma to applicants who have not worked in several years. There’s no guaranteed way to clear that hurdle, but volunteering or interning in your field and/or taking a course at a local

college before you begin your job search can serve as something of a head start. This can be a great way to dust off old skills and learn about any changes within the industry that took place during your hiatus.

be great sources regarding job openings and changes in the industry that might have taken place while you were out of the loop. Reach out to them and let them know you’re ready to reenter the workforce.

· Deemphasize chronology on your résumé. The online job bank Monster.com recommends using your résumé to highlight your skills and accomplishments instead of your dates of employment. This shifts the focus away from your time out of the field and toward your experience and previous successes.

· Consider part-time work. If a full-time offer is not materializing, consider part-time work. Part-time work will bring some money into the household, let you ease back into working and give you a chance to add some recent experience to your résumé. And part-time jobs may ultimately lead to offers for full-time work.

· Get in touch with your network.

Many professionals advance their careers with the help of a strong network of fellow professionals.

So it makes sense to contact this network when you’re reentering the workforce. Former colleagues can

Reentering the workforce after time away is a challenge, but it’s one women can overcome with perseverance and some savvy strategies.

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How To Avoid Work-From-Home Scams For many people, the prospect of working from home is alluring.

While it’s easy to find opportunities online, you should be aware that some job offers are created by people with dishonest intentions.

Detecting scams Scams on job boards and social media are increasingly common. However, fraudsters tend to use similar tactics that can make it easier for you to identify an illegitimate offer. For example, if the supposed employer doesn’t use a corporate email or offers you the position without an in-person or video interview, the job is probably a scam.

Another red flag is the promise of

quick, easy money with little to no professional experience. This is often emphasized with flashy graphics and a job description that contains plenty of exclamation marks but few details about the business. Always research a company before you pursue an employment opportunity to ensure the offer is legitimate. If you can’t find an address or phone number for a business’ head office, for example, it’s likely the company doesn’t exist.

Finally, any request for money should be an immediate red flag, whether it’s for a training program or application fee. To learn more about fraudulent job offers, or to report a work-from-home scam, visit the Federal Trade Commission’s website.

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How To Keep Your Career Change Alive During A Recession Though people might not have known it when the world renowned ball began to descend on New York City’s Times Square shortly before midnight on December 31, 2019, the year 2020 would prove to be one marked by considerable challenges.

The public health crisis sparked by the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic uncertainty that arose as the world grappled with how to confront the virus proved to be a perfect storm that might take years to recover from.

Many people will rejoice as the calender turns from 2020 to 2021, even though the economic fallout of COVID-19 is likely to be felt well into 2021. In a survey of 235 economists conducted by the National Association for Business Economists, roughly 80 percent of respondents indicated there is at least a 25 percent chance that the United States economy will endure a double-dip recession. That means the recession that affected the American economy (and, more broadly, the global economy) throughout much of 2020 could prove to be only the first wave, with a second downturn occurring in 2021.

Each January people resolve to make changes in an effort to improve their lives. Known as New Year’s resolutions, these pledges can serve as a catalyst for personal and professional growth. According to Statista, finding a new job was the eighth most popular New Year’s resolution in 2019.

Given the economic challenges of 2020, professionals unhappy with their careers may think twice before

resolving to switch careers in the year ahead. And while switching careers in the midst of a prolonged economic downturn may seem risky, there are ways to continue on the path to a new career even if the economy is struggling. · Stay the course. If you have been working toward a career change then it’s important to stay the course.

That’s especially important if you are changing careers because your industry was already suffering prior to the recession. Much of the world has paused during the pandemic, and struggling industries on life support are no doubt still struggling. So staying the course now puts you in better position to jump ship before your industry crashes. If your efforts involve

going back to school, stay in school and keep working toward your degree or certificate, which could prove to be a professional life jacket should your industry crash during an economic downturn in the coming months. · Keep looking. Just because the economy is struggling doesn’t mean businesses aren’t still hiring. While some industries have suffered mightily during the pandemic, others have thrived. Unemployment figures reached historic highs in the United States in June 2020, but those numbers had already declined significantly by the end of summer. That’s because companies were hiring.

Opportunities are out there, even if the economy is struggling.

· Maintain your professional connections. Networking is a valuable tool when looking for a new job. Successful networking can provide access to job openings that may never be posted on online job boards. And in the age of social distancing, many professionals working from home full-time or those who have been grounded for business traveling are happy to connect with colleagues, even if those connections are limited to Zoom calls or email.

While a recession may not be the best time to make a career change, all career transitions require some measure of risk. Professionals committed to changing careers should not let economic downturns prevent them from doing so.

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Change plays a big role as people ring in a new year. At the dawn of a new year, some people resolve to live healthier in the months ahead while others might make financial resolutions in an attempt to improve their bottom lines.

penhagen found that, with the curious exception of people who work more than 55 hours per week, stress rises accordingly with the numbers of hours worked each week. Keep that in mind if your goal is to find a job that affords you a better work/life balance.

The decision to change jobs is another popular resolution at the dawn of a new year. Professionals change jobs for various reasons. But regardless of what’s behind a career change, many people can benefit by looking for things in a new job that can make them happy both professionally and personally.

· Satisfaction: When attempting to achieve a better work/life balance, it can be easy to overlook satisfaction at work in exchange for more time at home. But studies have shown that feeling satisfied by what you do can have a profound impact on your overall happiness. It’s possible to find an engaging career that still affords you time away from work, and such a career can ultimately pave the way toward a happier life.

· Salary: Of course everyone would love to earn more money when changing jobs, but there is more to changing jobs than just improving your bottom line. As you begin your job search, consider how much you currently earn and if that allows you to live a life you love. If so, don’t overemphasize finding a new job that pays considerably more than your currently earn. On the flip side, young professionals who want to start a family in the years ahead should consider the costs associated with such a decision and how the salaries they earn at their next jobs may affect what they want down the road. · Work/life balance: Before beginning your search for a new job, think about why you want to switch careers or companies. Long hours often leads to burnout. If you’re looking for a new job because you’re burned out, try to find a job that affords you a better work/life balance. A study from the Happiness Research Institute in Co-

· Commute: Bending over backwards simply to get to work and then get home from work can have an incredibly negative impact on your life. A study from the Office of National Statistics in the United Kingdom found that commuters, especially those who spend between 60 and 90 minutes commuting to work, have lower life satisfaction and lower levels of happiness compared to people who don’t commute. Before accepting a job offer, estimate your commute time to and from the new office and try to determine the impact of that commute on your quality of life.

Many people aspire to find a new job at the dawn of a new year. Job seekers should consider a host of factors before switching jobs to make sure they make the best decisions.

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