Where are the job opportunities?

Anonymous

July 5,2022 at 4:07PM UTC

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Where are the job opportunities?

Hello,

I'm early in my career (about 5 years) but I have been at my current company for almost 3 years. I have been trying to leave for 1 year and 7 months with only 1 interview opportunity. I have reviewed my resume, edited my LinkedIn profile, spoke with my network, and connected with a few recruiters with no luck. Does anyone have suggestions for what I'm missing?

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anonymousJuly 5,2022 at 4:14PM UTC
When you apply for a job, do you tailor your CV to fit the key requirements of the job?
Lots of companies use ATS systems for recruitment so if you don't have the job keywords in your cv, your Cv will not be selected.
Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistJuly 5,2022 at 4:41PM UTC
What do you do?
What have you done in your job search so far?
Where do you have your resume posted? How often are you updating those profiles? Are there specialty job boards you could be utilizing? Is your LinkedIn profile up to snuff?
If you've only had one interview opportunity in almost two years, I'd start with the resume even though you said you reviewed it. It's not generating interest.
AnonymousJuly 5,2022 at 5:21PM UTC
Things are slowing way down compared with a year ago. I don't think it's you but the economy and current outlook.
AnonymousJuly 5,2022 at 5:25PM UTC
It would help to point you in a good direction if you can share your industry and target job interest
Audrey KirschJuly 5,2022 at 5:42PM UTC
Unfortunately job hunting is a job and you can’t approach it casually. You have to set goals, think outside the box, research companies you’re interested in, keep applying and follow up. You need to make yourself known by displaying interest. Since you have a job, you may not be giving the hunt as much energy as is needed to be successful.
Emily StarkJuly 5,2022 at 6:36PM UTC
There are many outstanding questions on this thread that'll improve your likelihood of attracting more opportunities. Here are a few I'll add:
- Toggle open to work on your LinkedIn profile; you can opt only to let recruiters/hiring managers see
- Get really clear on how to ask your network for help. Guiding your network to help you with a line like this:
"I'm grateful to have you as part of my network. It was a pleasure to work on the (specific) project together. I'm seeking a (position) with (industry or specialization). As you know, I'm uniquely skilled in (strong skills) to (your value-add). Can we have a quick chat next week about potential openings at your company or people you may know that are hiring?"
- Get specific by forming a target list of 3-6 companies you admire; follow, engage, and reach out to people that work there to spark internal relationships and promptly learn of hiring or engagement opportunities
- check out virtual job fairs--Fairygodboss and Power to Fly are excellent sources for this. Companies often offer these as well. Joining virtual events will help you shift from applying to countless jobs to having fruitful conversations with hirers.