If you\u2019re in an occupation with fierce competition or you have an outstanding resume, consider partnering with a recruiter. For instance, let\u2019s say you\u2019re a fantastic seller with the metrics to prove your worth. Touching base with\u00a0sales headhunters<\/a>\u00a0can make a lot of sense.<\/p>\n A recruiter\u2019s goal is to bring you opportunities you might otherwise not know about. Since companies pay recruiters, you get their services for free. As long as your skills align with what a headhunter is looking for, you can take some of the work out seeking a great employer.<\/p>\n According to LinkedIn\u2019s statistics,\u00a0six people get hired<\/a>\u00a0each minute on the site. However, you won\u2019t get noticed (and you can\u2019t get hired) if your profile isn\u2019t visible, appealing, and up-to-date. It makes sense to go over all the pieces of your LinkedIn page to showcase your professional assets. Ideally, someone who looks you up on LinkedIn should have a good understanding of your qualifications and even your personality.<\/p>\n Many employers head straight to LinkedIn after receiving your resume from you or from a recruiter. Make sure they\u2019re impressed with what they see. Be honest, of course, but don\u2019t be afraid to \u201chumble brag.\u201d Be sure to use LinkedIn\u2019s job search feature to check regularly for openings that might interest you.<\/p>\n It\u2019s amazing how many people keep their job searches to themselves. Instead of staying quiet, talk to your friends, family members, mentors, and others you can trust. Tell them to keep you in mind if they hear about any companies that might be looking for someone with your abilities, educational background, and experience.<\/p>\n Making use of your personal network serves two major purposes. First, you\u2019ll be more likely to find out about positions before other candidates have time to apply. Secondly, your acquaintances are apt to give you a nice plug. This gives you an instant \u201cin\u201d with a potential hiring manager, which isn\u2019t a bad way to start your job search journey.<\/p>\n You never know what you\u2019ll find on a virtual job board. Therefore, set up searches on places like Glassdoor and Indeed. Be sure to use keywords that are relevant for the job you\u2019d like to snag. Avoid too much industry jargon since a lot of job descriptions use basic language.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t be afraid to check out company-specific job boards, too. For instance, if you know a particular company hires people for jobs like the one you want, visit its corporate careers page frequently. Or, send the human resources manager an email expressing interest. You never know if it could lead to an unexpected chance to interview.<\/p>\n Life is too short to feel like you\u2019re spinning your wheels at your current position. A better role may be just a few weeks away. You won\u2019t know unless you take a chance.<\/p>\n Jenny Battershell<\/em><\/a>\u00a0is the director of marketing at\u00a0<\/em>Goodwin Recruiting<\/em><\/a>, a full-service recruiting firm. Battershell spent nine years as Goodwin\u2019s director of sales and four more as the marketing and client relations manager before moving into her current role. She currently resides in Cleveland, Ohio.<\/em><\/p>\n *******<\/p>\n Ms. Career Girl<\/a>\u00a0strives to provide valuable insights you can use. To see more from our columnists and guest authors,\u00a0check these ou<\/a><\/em>t<\/a>!\u00a0Or\u00a0subscribe<\/a>\u00a0to our weekly email featuring our latest articles.<\/em>\u00a0We\u2019re also present on\u00a0Medium<\/a>!<\/em><\/p>\n The post Four Ways to Find Your Perfect Job<\/a> appeared first on Ms. Career Girl<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" You have a dream job in mind. It\u2019s perfectly suited to meet your needs and showcase your talents. The problem is, you\u2019re not sure how to make it a reality without starting your own business\u2014and you\u2019re not ready to live the entrepreneurial life. 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<\/figure>\nTell people you\u2019re looking for employment.<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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<\/figure>\nBecome a regular on job boards.<\/strong><\/h3>\n
This guest post was authored by Jenny Battershell<\/em><\/h4>\n