假期找工作

这些短语你可能听过很多次了:

“假期没有人招聘.”

“Companies don’t hire over the holidays; they wait until after the new year.”

“在假期后申请一份工作!”

听到这些评论会让人沮丧. While there may be fewer job postings from October through December, according to Lightcast, postings are still generally within 15% of postings for the leading quarters each year.

The fact is, job searching over the holidays is an excellent opportunity when done strategically. During this time, keep the following three core areas in mind:

假期找工作的好处

1. 更少的竞争: Job seekers may put their search on hold during the holidays, thinking that companies don’t hire. This ends up creating a timeframe of opportunity with less competition, 让自己更容易脱颖而出.
2. 年终招聘计划: Companies often have budgetary needs to hire roles before the end of the year which creates openings that need to be filled quickly or have offers made by December 31. 
3. 网络的机会节日聚会等社会活动, 专业的活动, 协会庆祝活动, 或者颁奖典礼是完美的. occasions to expand personal networks and make valuable connections. Attend events and listen for market intelligence and organizations in need of talent. 有那么多职位是通过推荐来填补的, the next employer can be found by attending events and through personal connections.
4. 个人联系: Many companies are more relaxed and inclined to focus on company culture and fit during the holiday season. This can present opportunities to highlight individual soft strengths and philosophical match.

假期求职策略

1. 要有耐心和毅力: The hiring process may move slower during the holidays as key interviewers may take some time off. Be patient and don't get discouraged if there are no immediate responses or job offers. 礼貌、专业、定期地跟进.
2. 保持节日精神: Yes it can be discouraging when applying for jobs – especially during the holidays. However, 今年比以往任何时候都要积极, 主动接触并参加精力充沛的活动, 分享假期的兴奋之情.
3. 优化专业在线档案: Ensure LinkedIn and other profiles are up-to-date and professional, 并强调所有相关的成就. LinkedIn can be the primary place recruiters and potential employers look for talent – and with so many recruiters proactively searching for candidates, 最新的LinkedIn个人资料很重要.
4. 假期准备封面/感谢信: Adapt personal branding assets such as cover letters and thank-you letters to be seasonally appropriate. Share enthusiasm for starting a new job during the holidays or after the new year.
5. 个人心理健康: Don't forget to take some personal downtime during the holiday season. 找工作是件很累很有压力的事. Maintaining a balance is crucial for overall well-being and personal mental health.

求职最佳实践(一年中的任何时候)

1. 制定计划要有条理，制定一个找工作的时间表. Set aside time each day to research, apply, and follow up on job opportunities. And when not focused on job searching, spend time on things that bring joy!
2. Network通过参加活动来利用网络联系, 与前同事联系, 或者联系导师. Networking opens opportunities that many times are not available through online job boards.
3. 定制应用程序: Customizing resumes and cover letters for roles is no longer a catchy, new idea, they are expected. Highlight skills and experiences that are most relevant to each individual job.
4. 使用招聘广告中的关键词: When applying online, ensure the resume includes keywords and phrases included in the job posting. 这将增加被注意到的机会 申请人跟踪系统 (ATS).
5. 练习你的演讲: Craft a pitch and always be prepared to share the ideal role and why past skills are a match in less than 20 seconds no matter the location or situation. 机会随时随地都会出现!

虽然假期是庆祝的好时机, 放松，与朋友和家人共度美好时光, it is also an excellent time to pursue the next job opportunity. And with many buying into the “no one hires over the holidays” nonsense, it is undoubtedly an advantage with fewer job seekers in the market!

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