There are a lot of ways to describe the current job market. You may have heard the term “war on talent” or “job seeker’s market,” but that doesn’t paint the entire picture. Many job seekers spend months searching for their next position without gaining traction. Why? Here are seven possible reasons you’re not getting hired and a few ways you can fix them.
When is it time to look for a new job? Your answer may depend on your age.
Even if you aren’t currently looking for a job, you may unexpectedly hear from a recruiter through a social media job site. That typically means your profile and skills could match a job opening they want to fill.
Looking for work can be a full-time job. Updating a resume, filling out lengthy application forms, networking with professional contacts, writing customized cover letters, following up on leads, researching prospective employers, preparing for interviews – there are so many details to manage. Yet, countless job-seekers plod through the process unassisted.
