5 Simple Steps to Managing Your Job Search

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It’s easy and common to start a job search without fully thinking things through. This is because leaving an employer is often an emotive decision and can be inspired by experiences or events that have made us feel negative or unfulfilled in some way.

Whatever the reason, taking the time to sit-back and reflect before jumping into the fray will pay dividends further down the line, and anyone considering a change in role this year can make the whole process far smoother by remembering a few key points:


1) Assess your current situation:
First of all, be honest about why you’re looking to move on as this will help to effectively shape your job search. E.g. If your role is lacking scope for progression you must focus your search on organisations that actively succession plan and have a structure that can accommodate your chosen career path.
Once you’re clear about the ‘why’ take time to consider ‘how’ you will communicate your decision to move on from your current role to a future employer. Your current line-manager may be over-bearing and unreasonable but you can avoid using this terminology. Why not explain that you’re looking for greater autonomy in your next role and that you would like to work for an organisation that has an inclusive, collaborative culture. Think democratic rather than idiosyncratic when it comes to how you communicate.
Ask yourself if there is anything your current employer could do to austria phone number list persuade you to stay. If the answer is yes, the professional thing to do is to explore this with them before jumping ship and going through a recruitment process with someone else. The chances are your current employer will want to retain you, so take steps to factor this into your decision making before applying for other opportunities.

2) Get organised:
Update your LinkedIn profile in-line with your CV. This is now one of the first places most hiring managers will go to when considering potential talent.
Be aware of what you’re posting on other social media channels. Although technically your Facebook page is a place for communicating with friends not colleagues, many employers will still use this as yard stick to measure you by. With this in mind it may be best to avoid posting those ‘interesting’ pictures from the office Christmas party or anything which could compromise your personal credibility.
Partner a trusted recruiter with a strong network. Choose someone who will work proactively and professionally on your behalf.
Set up a way to track your job applications. A spreadsheet is one option and certainly has a place for job seekers applying more than two or three jobs a day. That said, applicants operating at a more senior level in the procurement market may be able to track roles without extra administration, particularly because positions at this level will be more unique and distinctive and less common in their availability. Whatever you decide, don’t be that person who picks up the phone to the hiring manager and says; ‘Which role? Sorry? I’ve applied for so many jobs recently I’ve lost track!’
Research the job boards to find out which ones feature the best number of roles in your field and at your level. Set up job alerts to go straight into your personal inbox so that you’re the first to hear about new opportunities when they reach the public domain.