Companies still suffering from the effects of the credit crunch are looking for other, cheaper ways to recruit instead of using expensive recruiters and head-hunters. However, a lot of these cheaper recruitment methods do not always result in jobs being displayed in obvious areas, such as newspapers or on job boards and that is where the unadvertised job market comes into play.
The unadvertised job market is definitely worth focusing time on. You will find that you get to hear about jobs before they become public knowledge and as such increase your chances of job success because there are fewer candidates competing against you.
Examples of the unadvertised job market include:
- Your personal network
Many people manage to get jobs through people they know personally, so make sure you check every avenue, from family and friends to friends of friends, ex-colleagues and people you’ve met at conferences or even on the train.
It’s much easier to get a job when you already know someone who works at the company, who can either, introduce you or give the boss good feedback about you.
- Approaching organisations directly
There’s nothing wrong with sending a CV speculatively, or even dropping it off by hand. This is a proactive approach and will make a good impression. This will make sure you’re the first one they think of when a suitable job comes up and ensures they contact you before putting out public word they’re recruiting.
Make sure the companies you approach are definitely interested in your particular skills set and make sure you write an impressive cover letter and that your CV is specific to each company you approach.
- Utilising professional sites and specialised recruiters
The number of online sites where you can connect with other professionals in the hope of securing an interview or a job has shot up in recent years. So, if you’re not yet on sites like LinkedIn then make a point to do so because they are all regularly frequented by hiring managers and head-hunters.
It’s also a good idea to sign up to recruiters who are specialists in your sector, for instance catering, HR. or accounting specialists.
- Existing opportunities at your workplace
People are often very good at looking for jobs externally, forgetting that it would be easier to go for a promotion or alternative career choice in their current company. Ensure you speak to your line manager, boss or HR. department to find out about potential job opportunities before you look externally. You could save yourself a lot of trouble.
Summary
Try to remember, the more active you are in the unadvertised job market, the better your chances of success!
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