Searching for your next step career opportunity in this highly competitive job market requires optimization of your job search strategy.
What has changed this time around?
- The competition– You are competing against an abundance of both employed and unemployed talent. If a role is remote, you may be competing with a national or international talent pool.
- The company hiring process-Given that many positions are newly created due to company growth in today’s market, many companies are trying to define the profile(s) they need, skills required and compensation package while they are going through the interview process. This often leads to a change in direction during a talent search, which can cause starts and stops and frustration for all involved.
- Expect delays and plan on a lengthier job search.
- The Applicant Tracking Software –Companies have implemented the use of Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) to keep up with an unmanageable number of job applicants. Unfortunately, ATS can screen out potentially qualified talent.
- Increased need for targeted and customized search-Need to clearly and concisely highlight your skills and expertise on your resume and LI profile and clearly articulate what differentiates you from your competition.
What remains the same?
- Demand for specialized skills-Do you have the skills/experience required for the job postings that pique your interest? If not, figure out how you can gain the experience or exposure to new technologies/methodologies.
- Need to remain Curious and an Ongoing Learner- With the expectation that technological change is in perpetual motion, it is expected that tech and tech-business professionals are engaged in courses, books, discussion groups, organizations and environments for learning.
- The Value of your Network and working with a Trusted Recruiting Firm with an extensive network-Here is where you may uncover a Hidden job market, jobs not publicly advertised by the employer.
The value of a partnership with the NDT team
More than ever before, talent needs to veer off of the over congested highway of job seekers competing for the same roles posted to social sites and seek out routes less traveled.
By partnering with the NDT team, you may gain access to opportunities that are often not publicly posted. Our team has established relationships with human resource leaders, hiring managers, company founders and growth equity and venture firms. As experienced recruiters, we can skillfully guide candidates on how to best position themselves for a successful job search in a highly competitive market.