All I Want for 2018 is a Job Change: How to Make it Happen
With under 3 weeks to go until the New Year, scenes of family dinners, fireplaces and presents are already dominating peoples’ minds. If one of those “presents” you are hoping for is a different job, you are in luck because December is a great time to put the wheels in motion for a start date with a different company come January.
Apply-Network-Apply some more
If you have been dreaming of sitting behind a desk at a certain company and want to make it come to fruition, put yourself out there and not only apply to open positions that you are certain are in your wheelhouse, but tap into your network to start relationships within that company organically.
Do some research on LinkedIn and try to leverage your contacts for an introduction and take it from there, being sure to let them know of your interest in the company and willingness to meet them for coffee to learn more about the company and their career.
As your relationship grows, make sure to let them know when you’ve applied to positions at the company and if they could put in a good word for you to the HR department/hiring manager. Any personal connections/recommendations from internal employees goes a long way and will likely shorten your wait time in hearing about interviews/next steps.
Even if you don’t have a specific company you are pining for but instead are on the hunt for a change of title, more job growth, culture change, etc., the same process applies. Do some research and come up with a list of companies you think would fit the bill and then put the time into developing personal relationships with people that could open the necessary doors for you.
Call Friedman Williams
As fruitful as your job search can be on your own once you leverage your contacts, working with us will instantly put you in front of hiring managers. Our deep relationships with our clients puts you ahead of the pack and maximizes your chances of securing an interview. And, the more interviews you go on, the better your chances are in getting the offer you want. Let our recruiters help you today: 855-FW-HIRES or https://friedmanwilliams.com/submit-a-resume/.
Build your portfolio of skills
Right before the New Year is the perfect time to sharpen your skills and take advantage of workshops, seminars and certification classes that will add knowledge and value to not only your resume but your next potential company! Putting in the time to invest in your career will not only help you be a better employee but it will also showcase you as someone that takes their career seriously and is proactive and engaged in bettering themselves. Knowledge is never wasted!
If you have a solid skill set and the right attitude and personality, it will only be a matter of time until you find a company that aligns with your goals and experience. And December can be that time!
