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Finding Jobs in a Digital Age: How to Apply Smart & Land Your Dream Job
The job search landscape has evolved significantly, with a notable disconnect between how companies hire and how applicants apply, despite around 4 million unfilled jobs. Key strategies include creating a detailed master resume, optimizing one's online presence, particularly on LinkedIn, and utilizing various platforms beyond traditional job boards to find opportunities. Applicants are encouraged to set personal goals, regularly update their materials, and adopt creative methods to stand out to potential employers.
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- 2. The Job SearchHas Changed A lot has changed the past few years. There are new rules being introduced to the game – but not everyone knows about them.
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- 6. But Wait! AreJobs Scarce? According to Forbes, there are roughly 4 MILLION unfilled jobs right now.
- 7. The problem isa disconnect. The way companies are hiring isn’t matching the way applicants are applying. Applicants ≠ Companies
- 8. A Big Opportunity(For Us) Digital makes it easier for applicants to stand out in the crowded market place and meet the standards of hiring companies. Let’s jump in!
- 9. Remember: You don’thave to swim faster than the shark…just faster than the next swimmer!
- 10. Part 1: CREATING ARESUME THAT RESONATES
- 11. The Holy Grailof Job Search A resume is a must-have for the job search. Its your personal financial statement – if you expect a company to invest in you, show them what you’re worth!
- 12. Build a MasterResume This document should be much longer than a resume you would apply with. Use it as your “word bank” when building custom resumes. A master resume template will save you a lot of time in the future.
- 13. Be Specific &Actionable When building your resume, ask yourself the following: What have you accomplished in the past? Can you back it up with numbers? What potential do you have for the future?
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- 15. Format It forSoftware Save two copies: One for people, one for software. Creating a plain text version is more easily read by software like Taleo + iCims.
- 16. Example of PlainText Resume
- 17. Download the Template Downloadmy fancy resume template for free: www.sbcmurphy.com/free-marketingresume-template
- 18. Part 2: BUILDING YOURONLINE BRAND
- 19. Fact: You’re BeingGoogled Not only in background checks, but by hiring managers. Make sure what they find is all good!
- 20. LinkedIn Is aMust
- 21. Complete Your Profile 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Headshot Descriptivetagline Robust summary Complete job history Keywords Recommendations!
- 22. Recommendations Get them fromfriends, past customers, colleagues, bosses and even vendors.
- 23. Engage with Others Sharinggets you noticed. Make it a point to share or engage 1-2 times a week.
- 24. Claim Your Name Createa portal or personal website that’s all about you. This asset grows over time!
- 25. Include A DigitalResume Always up to date – just give the link.
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- 27. But Steve, Ican’t code… That’s ok – there are plenty of web providers that allow you to make a website without knowing a lick of code. Here’s a few of my favorites…
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- 31. Don’t Forget toGoogle Yourself! Type in your own name. What else shows up? Be prepared to answer any questions an interviewer might throw at you.
- 32. Part 3: WHERE TOFIND JOBS ONLINE
- 33. Let’s be clearabout something… I HATE MONSTER AND CAREERBUILDER (so I won’t talk about them today.)
- 34. LinkedIn Wins Again 93% ofrecruiters use LinkedIn. So you need to use it too!
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- 36. Do More withYour Application
- 37. Did You CompleteYour Profile?
- 38. Twitter is HiddenGold • • • • Real Time Real People Easy to Respond Not as competitive
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- 41. Target Jobs onCompany Sites
- 42. Apply To CompaniesYou Love Not every company posts their jobs online. Just because a job isn’t listed, doesn’t mean they aren’t hiring!
- 43. Keep in mind… Rememberthat it is often a numbers game. Set goals for yourself daily and weekly. Test + improve your resume, profiles, etc. regularly. Never, ever give up! You will land.
- 44. Part 4: FOR THEBOLD ONES
- 45. Strut Your Stuffon Video
- 46. Present Yourself onSlideShare
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- 49. Get Creative What willyou do to stand out? Let’s hear some ideas!
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