As experts in corporate recruiting, Shaw Search Partners is here to help you with all of your job search needs. We recognize that job searching can be both time consuming and stressful during a normal year, but with the added weight of a pandemic it can seem like an almost impossible goal to obtain. As experts in corporate recruiting, job searching is what we know best. Follow these Shaw Search Partners tips for the key to job searching in a pandemic. 

1. Networking

Just because the world seems to be paused does not mean you should take a break from networking. Our experts in corporate recruiting strongly advise you to always be networking and making connections. This is a great opportunity to emphasize  networking  online (tip: use LinkedIn). The internet is the way of the future, so we might as well use it to our advantage. Reach out to people, introduce connections, make new connections, exchange emails, etc. Be actively networking. It may help you land your next job. 

2. Keep your online presence updated and refined

As experts in corporate recruiting, we know that an online presence is essential. In today’s day and age it is people’s first impression of a potential new hire. With that being said, keep your online presence (ex: social media accounts, LinkedIn, etc.) professional, appropriate and up to date with what you are currently doing. For example, if you took some time during the pandemic to volunteer somewhere, or do a small-scale internship, add it to your LinkedIn. It is important to let future employers, or recruiters know that you have been making the most of these crazy times.

3. Remain informed

Shaw Search Partners encourages you to remain informed when it comes to new job listings and job requirements. Being proactive about your job search by seeking out information will make all of the difference. It will help you to lead the most efficient and effective job search you can. 

4. Apply & practice interview skills

In addition to remaining informed about job listings and the requirements needed, put that into motion by applying to some of the listings that interest you. Applying to jobs is a great way to stay sharp in terms of interview skills, networking, etc. Our team of expert recruiters knows that now, more than ever is the perfect time to brush up on your interview skills. And you never know, you could end up loving a job you never thought you would just by taking the time to apply and interview. 

5. Improve on soft and hard skills

If you are working from home, or finding you have some extra time that you never had due to the pandemic, then take the time to improve on some soft and hard skills. These are great resume boosters which LinkedIn users will be able to see when they visit your profile. Trust us, job recruiters love to see that you have spent some of this time bettering your professional self. 

Patience is key. Especially during a pandemic that seems to be never ending. Put the work in, but also remind yourself that not everything happens overnight. We are all experiencing and navigating this pandemic together. So be patient with your job search - as there are so many external factors interrupting it that are not in your control. Looking for additional tips or help with your search? Contact us today.