When looking for a new job, there are a number of strategies you need to employ to ensure you’re getting the most out of your job search. Having a plan in place will make the process of finding a new job that little bit easier as it can be a stressful time finding your perfect job. Thankfully, we have a job search plan in place for you.

Here are 9 points to consider when applying for jobs.

1. Update your CV and Cover Letter

If your CV hasn’t been updated in a while then spend some time making sure that your recent employer is on there as well as updating your profile and references, if they are required on your CV. Also, tailor your CV to the job you are applying for. Look at the job description and make sure your CV covers the key requirements an employer is looking for. Never send a standard CV!

2. Create A Great LinkedIn Profile

Create a really appealing profile to show off your skills and strengths. Keep your profile up-to-date. Connect with people you’re already working with and those in organisations you’d like to work for. Follow those companies too to keep an eye on when they’re recruiting. Also, read articles published online and follow trends in the specific sectors in which you’re looking for a job.

3. Practice Interview Questions

Identify the most common interview questions, create compelling answers and practice these answers to ensure they flow naturally. The most common questions are more than likely to be scenario-based questions about a time when you’ve solved an issue, a time where you worked collectively as a team to complete a task etc. It’s great to have these answers memorised for when your next interview comes. But remember to again tailor your answers to the specific job you’re applying for!

4. Conduct A Mock Interview

Practice role-playing as interviewer and candidate will allow you to see what employers are looking for. From your answers to your body language, this will show how you will engage in a real-life scenario and allow you to perfect your interview answer techniques.

5. Make a Job Search Website List

Having a list of websites bookmarked means you can access these quickly instead of having to search for them again and again. Sign up for customised job updates from jobs boards for the types of role you’re interested in straight to your Inbox. You can also save any jobs you’re interested in applying for and look at them later. 

6. Set Your Own Goals

Set goals every week when you’re job hunting. Aim for applying for 1-2 jobs a day and tailor your CV and Cover Letter for each job you’re applying for. You’ll get Brownie points as companies really take note of this.

7. Follow-Up Communication Plan

You may want to create a follow-up plan for applications you have already sent. Bear in mind though, companies receive so many applications per role these days that rarely do you receive a confirmation your application is under consideration. Following up a job application will be more effective post interview.

8. References Ready

Have your references ready when an employer asks for them! Make sure that your references are up-to-date with the right role, phone number and email address. Also make sure you have asked permission from your referees to use their details!

9. Have an Action Plan

Create an Action Plan. This will help you keep track of which jobs you’ve applied for, if you have received a response, if you have had an interview and if you have been unsuccessful and therefore you can target your job search efforts elsewhere.

We at Ten Live wish you the best of luck in your job search. You can view our current vacancies here.

For more information contact:

Ten Live Group

Award-Winning Global Recruitment 

Tel: ++44 (0) 1236 702007

Email info@tenlivegroup.com