Job Search

Where to Start Your Job Search Online?

Embarking on a job search can be both an exciting and daunting process. Whether you’re seeking your first role, aiming for a career change, or looking for the next step in your professional journey, the digital world offers a plethora of resources and avenues to explore. Knowing where to start, however, can be a challenge. In this guide, we’ll provide you with essential tips and strategies to effectively navigate the online job market. Before diving into the vast array of job search platforms and opportunities, there are a few crucial aspects you should consider:

  1. Identify Your Career Goals: Clearly define what you’re looking for in your next role. Are you aiming for career advancement, an industry change, or a greater work-life balance? Understanding your objectives will help streamline your search.
  2. Update Your Professional Profile: Ensure your resume and LinkedIn profile are up-to-date and reflect your current skills and experiences. This is often your first impression of potential employers.
  3. Research Industries and Companies: Gain insights into the industries or companies you’re interested in. This knowledge will not only guide your search but also prepare you for potential interviews.
  4. Leverage Networking Opportunities: Remember, a significant number of job opportunities are not advertised. Networking, both online and offline, can open doors to these hidden job markets.

We’ll delve into the sections below to help job seekers stand out in the competitive job market:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Salary Research
  • Job Search Resource Websites

Let’s get started on your path to a successful job search!

Resume

First thing is first… a resume is the number one thing an employer reviews in the hiring process. If you’re not sure where to start a good Google search should be able to help you find some ideas and inspiration. For more in-depth information on what you’ll need to have in your resume, check out some of our favorite resume articles and resources:

Cover Letter

The cover letter’s purpose is to “sell yourself”. There are three parts to a cover letter: the introduction, body, and conclusion.

Cover Letter Introduction
For the intro, you will want to explain why you want the job.

Cover Letter Body Copy
The body is used to show why you’re “the one” for the opening. The body should include two paragraphs and a bulleted list is always easy on the interviewer’s eyes.

Cover Letter Conclusion
The conclusion should be your call to action. Reiterate why you’re right for the opening, thank the reader for their time, and leave your contact information.

Here are some of our favorite cover letter articles and ideas:

Salary Research

Do you know how much other people are making at their job? We recommend visiting one of these websites to help you determine what the going rate is for others in the same position as you’re applying for:

  • CareerBuilder.com Salary Calculator – Search your occupation in different parts of the country to see if your next move should be a geographic one. Enter your job your boss’s job, or even their boss’s job, and see where your career could take you.
  • Glassdoor – Glassdoor is the worldwide leader in insights about jobs and companies. Built on the foundation of increasing workplace transparency, Glassdoor combines the latest jobs with millions of company ratings and reviews, CEO approval ratings, salary reports, interview reviews and questions, benefits reviews, office photos, and more. Unlike other job sites, all of this information is shared by those who know a company best — the employees. In turn, job seekers on Glassdoor are well-researched and more informed about the jobs and companies they apply to and consider joining.

Job Search Resource Websites

Now that your resume and cover letter have been taken care of, next comes the fun part… find the job you want! Here are the top online job search resources available:

Finding a job in the current market can be an aggravating and tedious process, with some job hunters spending months looking for jobs and filling out applications. Unfortunately, many do not make it past online resume examiners or ATS systems. To help job hunters, smbguide.com created a guide that details how to make a resume ATS-friendly in 6 easy steps.

*Are you a student looking to earn money whilst attending school? iReviews has a great resource collection of some of the best work-from-home, remote options.

 

 

Organize Technology Tip:  Please check your social media before applying; any would-be employer will look you up. Also, please keep in mind… if you don’t want to work for someone else, you can always freelance or start your own business!

 

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